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  • Burkina Faso lays to rest 7 Ghanaian terror attack victims

    Burkina Faso lays to rest 7 Ghanaian terror attack victims

    Seven Ghanaian traders who were killed in a terrorist attack in Titao on Sunday, February 15, have been laid to rest in northern Burkina Faso. The victims were burnt beyond recognition during the attack.

    Earlier, the Minister for the Interior and National Security, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, revealed that an investigation had been launched into the unfortunate incident, which also left three men injured, while one woman remains in critical condition.

    But speaking to the media, the Minister disclosed that the victims were buried due to the state of decomposition of their bodies.  According to the minister, the deceased were a part of a group of 18 Ghanaian tomato traders and truck drivers.

    “The seven bodies have been burnt beyond recognition. As at yesterday, we agreed they had begun decomposing and had to be buried. So the Burkina Faso authorities told us [Ghanaians] that they would bury them at 10 a.m today. But our women who are not really injured can go and witness and take as many pictures as possible,” he added.

    Additionally, the minister noted that “And the sad thing is that we lost seven of our men. Three of them got injured. One woman was critically injured, and others were not badly injured”.

    Ghana and Burkina Faso has since shared a long border. Burkina Faso remains deeply affected by insurgent violence, with cross-border implications for neighboring countries like Ghana.

    Northern Burkina Faso has faced persistent insecurity due to jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIS. Attacks often target military posts, civilians, and traders moving across borders, disrupting local economies and cross-border trade.

    Burkina Faso remains deeply affected by insurgent violence, with cross-border implications for neighboring countries like Ghana. In 2025, Burkina Faso’s military government’s banned grain and cereal exports.

    To demonstrate their commitment, Burkinabe authorities have agreed to lift restrictions on 23 trucks carrying beans that were previously seized. Additional shipments of cereals meant for Ghana are also expected to be released in the coming days.

    Ghana, which depends on imports from Burkina Faso, had faced concerns over possible supply shortages and rising prices due to the ban.

    However, after President Mahama’s diplomatic engagements in the AES region, Gbevlo-Lartey is confident that relations between both countries have been strengthened.

    During an interview with Blessed Sogah on Connect Africa, he explained: “President Mahama has successfully addressed the situation, and further discussions between key stakeholders from both sides will ensure a concrete resolution. The issue is largely settled. For instance, 23 trucks that had been held up have been released, and the Burkinabe authorities have assured President Mahama that the remaining eight will also be let through shortly.”

    Meanwhile, on January 29, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) confirmed that Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger had officially exited the bloc after the end of their six-month grace period due to diplomatic tensions after military takeovers and due to economic and social failures by past governments.

    The military juntas of these countries are led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, General Assimi Goïta, and General Abdourahmane Tchiani, respectively.The trio accused the ECOWAS of failing to safeguard member states and deviating from founding principles and Pan-African spirit.

    In response to these claims, ECOWAS revealed that it did not receive formal notice before their withdrawal; therefore, it called for a dialogue to address their concerns. “The ECOWAS Commission remains seized with the development and shall make further pronouncements as the situation evolves,” it added.

    President John Dramani Mahama extended invitations to the military leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to participate in the official launch of ECOWAS’s 50th anniversary celebrations, which took place in Accra on April 22.

    The invitation to the Sahelian states was part of Ghana’s broader efforts to rebuild relations and enhance cooperation for a stable and united West African region.International Relations Analyst Dr. Yaw Gebe endorsed President John Dramani Mahama’s decision, describing the gesture as a positive step toward regional reconciliation.

    He, however, advised the ECOWAS to critically reflect on the underlying reasons behind the exit of the Sahel nations and emphasised the need for the bloc to adopt a more inclusive and problem-solving approach going forward.

    “My prayer and longing is that whatever the Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu or President John Mahama are doing, they should be conscious of the problems or challenges these countries are facing. The ECOWAS must be willing and ready to tackle those problems collectively. And that is a major shortcoming on the part of ECOWAS,” he said.

    Despite the formal withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, citizens from these countries will still be able to use their national passports and identity cards bearing the ECOWAS logo for travel within the region.

    ECOWAS has assured that in the interest of regional cooperation and to prevent unnecessary disruptions, all relevant authorities within and outside the bloc’s member states should continue to recognize these travel documents until further notice.

    Additionally, trade and economic activities involving these three nations will not face immediate restrictions. Goods and services from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger will continue to receive the same treatment under the ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS) and investment policy.

    Citizens from the affected countries will also retain their right to visa-free movement, residence, and establishment across ECOWAS states, ensuring that travel and cross-border activities remain unhindered. 

    Furthermore, officials from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger working within ECOWAS will be given full support and cooperation in carrying out their assignments.These measures will remain in place as ECOWAS leaders work on defining the future relationship between the bloc and the three nations. 

    A special structure has been put in place to facilitate discussions on the next steps.The regional body emphasized that these transitional arrangements aim to maintain stability, minimize confusion, and support the people and businesses affected by the withdrawal.

  • Self-serial killer opens up on how he attacks victims

    Self-serial killer opens up on how he attacks victims

    There is rising demand on social media for the immediate arrest of a man who claims to be a serial motorbike thief.

    In a viral video, the man, identifying himself as “Biker,” provides a detailed description of his methods, including how he attacks his victims.

    “It is me, the one who breaks the steering of your motorbike when you park and reconnects the ignition with scissors… It’s me, Biker. Do you see the motorbike there? I slashed the guy’s throat. I showed him that I am madder than he is,” he stated while turning the camera away from his face to a parked blue motorbike.

    Though not the first instance of someone using social media to openly admit to criminal acts, this video has prompted calls for the Ghana Police Service to investigate and apprehend the individual.

    In July 2024, the Ghana Police Service arrested four people featured in a viral video where they also confessed to being armed robbers.

  • Robbery attack at Wallembelle leaves 2 dead

    Robbery attack at Wallembelle leaves 2 dead

    A tragic robbery in Wallembelle, a village in the Sissala East municipality of the Upper West region, resulted in the brutal murder of two individuals, according to a report by citinewsonline.com.

    The incident took place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, around 7:00 pm, when four armed robbers on two motorbikes targeted a mobile money shop in the village.

    The attackers stormed the premises, firing shots indiscriminately as they looted the shop, making off with an undisclosed sum of money.

    A survivor, who wished to remain anonymous, recounted the terrifying events.

    After the robbery, two of the attackers experienced difficulty starting their motorbike, causing a delay in their escape. Seizing the moment, one of the victims, Tordia Munkailu, attempted to raise an alarm and gave chase.

    In response, the robbers opened fire, killing Munkailu and another victim, Fuseini Benorwuo. The assailants then abandoned the malfunctioning motorbike and fled the scene.

    As the community mourns the loss of their members, authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

  • Egyiresia fire victims receive GHS10K from STMA

    Egyiresia fire victims receive GHS10K from STMA

    The Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly (STMA) has contributed GHC10,000 to aid in covering the medical expenses of 16 individuals injured in a fire outbreak at Egyiresia near Sekondi.

    The incident, which took place on Saturday, May 18, was ignited by leaks of premix fuel during offloading at the fish-smoking section of the fishing bay.

    Mayor Abdul Mumin Issah of Sekondi-Takoradi reported that a barrel containing premix fuel was inadvertently rolled through the area, leaving behind fuel droplets that ignited upon contact with flames from smokers.

    This resulted in a fire that affected two vehicles and caused injuries to 16 individuals.

    Currently, the victims are undergoing treatment at the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital and Saint Benedict Hospital in Inchaban.

    The mayor personally visited the hospitals and directed a deposit of GHC10,000 to alleviate the financial burdens of the victims.

    Three of the victims were admitted to Saint Benedict Hospital with various injuries, while the remaining 14 were taken to Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital. Among the latter, two individuals are in critical condition and are undergoing surgery.

    “On Saturday around 6 PM, I had a call from the police entity in Sekondi with respect to the fire outbreak which occurred at Egyiresia. Upon reaching there we realised a premix fuel had been brought to the township. Upon offloading it from the taxi, I think the tank had some leakage so the fishermen were rolling it to the beach so the fuel was gashing out, they got to a point where a woman was smoking fish and you know smoke and petrol cannot coexist, hence the fire outbreak.”

    “It had leaked from the roadside to the point where it caught fire. There was a Range Rover there which got totally burnt and a taxi which also got burnt. So, we went to the Saint Benedict Hospital where three of the victims were admitted, they sustained various injuries.

    “From there we went to Effia-Nkwanta where 14 of the victims were and two were critically injured so they’ve been sent to the theatre.”

    “As part of the assembly to assist the financial difficulties of the people, I have directed that an amount of 10,000 cedis should be deposited.”

  • 35-year-old serial killer exposes food vendor who contracted him to kill victims for GHC500 each

    35-year-old serial killer exposes food vendor who contracted him to kill victims for GHC500 each

    A self-confessed killer has revealed how he carried out the murder of three individuals at the behest of a chop bar operator.

    A video circulating on social media, purportedly showing Richard Tetteh, being interrogated, depicts him seated in an office, handcuffed, clad in worn-out shorts and a T-shirt, fielding questions.

    He admits, “Someone said she wanted body fluids of dead bodies for something, fluids from the mouth and vaginal area,” he is heard confessing. “She is a woman who operates a chop bar presently”.

    “If she wants more, when I am passing by she draws my attention. She paid me 500 Ghana cedis for each operation”.

    His purported crime scene is believed to be in the Odumase Krobo region, where several murder cases have occurred.

    One such incident, in February 2024, involved the discovery of a woman’s body, believed to be in her 30s, near the Otorkporlu Bridge off the Odumase-Asesewa Highway.

    Reports suggest the victim was found partially unclothed, with signs of severe violence, including the removal of her tongue and genitals.

  • Sudan’s civil war victims to receive €2bn aid -French President Macron says

    Sudan’s civil war victims to receive €2bn aid -French President Macron says

    Previously, we informed you about France, Germany, and the EU jointly hosting a summit focused on raising awareness and vital humanitarian aid for the victims of Sudan’s civil war.

    French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that donors have pledged over €2 billion ($2.1 billion; £1.7 billion) in assistance for the strife-ridden nation.

    It has been one year since Sudan’s military and the RSF, a formidable paramilitary faction, commenced hostilities.

    The conflict has resulted in tens of thousands of casualties and forced 8.5 million individuals to evacuate their residences.

  • Victims of Ayawaso-West-Wuogon violence must be compensated – Mahama to Akufo-Addo

    Victims of Ayawaso-West-Wuogon violence must be compensated – Mahama to Akufo-Addo

    The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has urged for justice and restitution for the victims of the Ayawaso-West Wuogon by-election violence, with a particular focus on Isshau Yaro, who suffered severe consequences during the incident.

    Mahama made these remarks during a visit to Yaro’s residence on April 2, 2024.

    Expressing his dismay at Yaro’s current condition, Mahama highlighted the impact of the violence on the young man’s life. Yaro, once energetic and hardworking, has been left incapacitated as a result of the events at Ayawaso West Wuogon.

    “The Commission of Enquiry that sat on the Ayawaso West Wuogon case asked that some people should be sanctioned for what they did. Isshau Yaro is waiting for justice. He’s not got justice. The report also recommended that those who were injured be compensated.“Up until today, no compensation has been paid to him, and that is what I have said: that there are casualties who are still suffering the effects and the scars of Ayawaso West Wuogon. I call on them, the president and vice president, to have sympathy for this young man and pay the compensation that will also allow him to put his life back on track,” he stated.

    Furthermore, Mahama lamented the lack of justice for Yaro since the incident and criticized the government for failing to comply with the recommendations of the commission of inquiry, which included providing adequate compensation to Yaro.

    Mahama pledged that should the NDC assume office in 2025, Yaro would be honored as a hero, and measures would be taken to facilitate his recovery and restoration.

    “But if Allah blesses and NDC comes into office, he will be one of our heroes, and we will give him adequate compensation to put his life back on track,” he added. 

  • Funny Face accident: Victims transported to Winneba for further treatment

    Funny Face accident: Victims transported to Winneba for further treatment

    The individuals injured in the accident involving actor Funny Face on Sunday are currently receiving medical care at various healthcare facilities.

    According to Kofi Adjei of Adom News, three of the injured victims have been transferred to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital, while another is receiving treatment at a local clinic in Nyanyano Kakraba.

    However, the brother of one victim revealed that his sibling is in a coma at the Nyanyano Kakraba community hospital.

    In an interview with Adom News, Isaac Asare, the victim’s brother, explained that initially, his brother was transferred to Ridge Hospital.

    However, due to bed shortages, he was unable to be admitted.

    Consequently, he was redirected to the Police Hospital, where admission was also unavailable.

  • GHS80m released by govt to support Akosombo flood victims – Akufo-Addo

    GHS80m released by govt to support Akosombo flood victims – Akufo-Addo

    The Ministry of Finance, on behalf of the government, has disbursed GH¢80 million to aid the victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage.

    This was made known by President Akufo-Addo during the 67th Independence Day parade in the Eastern region on Wednesday March 6, 2024.

    The released funds constitute part of the GH¢220 million earmarked to support the ongoing rehabilitation efforts in the affected communities.

    President Akufo-Addo assured that the government is fully committed to restoring normalcy to the lives and livelihoods of all affected individuals.

    “Government will stop at nothing to restore normalcy to the lives and livelihoods of all affected persons,” he assured.

    This announcement follows criticism from North Tongu Member of Parliament (MP) Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who expressed disappointment in the President for not addressing the victims in his State of the Nation Address (SONA).

    Mr Ablakwa, representing a constituency severely impacted by the spillage in October 2023, condemned the President’s perceived neglect as un-Ghanaian.

    President Akufo-Addo, in his Independence Day address, covered various achievements of his administration, including the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, the Bawku conflict, constitution amendment, Ghana’s IMF deal, health, and the upcoming 2024 elections.

    However, he did not address the plight of the victims who have suffered losses in livelihoods and properties due to the spillage caused by the Volta River Authority (VRA).

    In response to the omission, Ablakwa highlighted the unfortunate situation for Ghana, particularly for the 40,000 victims, some of whom have been living in tents for the past five months.

  • We’re not responsible for Akosombo Dam spillage disaster – GMA

    We’re not responsible for Akosombo Dam spillage disaster – GMA

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMA) has indicated it cannot take the blame for the disaster caused during the spillage of the Akosombo Dam.

    According to the the Director-General of the Agency, Eric Asuman, it issued a prior notice to the Volta River Authority (VRA) and the victims before the action begun adding, “that was early enough for anybody to watch and be prepared and take the necessary precautions”.

    “Our forecast indicated that we were going to have an above-normal forecast. That was early enough for anybody to watch and be prepared and take the necessary precautions. It couldn’t have been the fact that GMA didn’t give them information. We did, and the news came that we were being blamed. If you talk to the right people at VRA, they will tell you that couldn’t have been the problem of GMA,” he said.

    In September 2023, more than 30,000 were stranded after excess water was spilled from the Akosombo and Kpong dams by the Volta River Authority (VRA).

  • Accident victims can claim benefits from insurance company within 3 years – Lawyer

    Accident victims can claim benefits from insurance company within 3 years – Lawyer

    A Lawyer and Chartered Insurer, Jeffery Koranteng, has clarified the timeframe within which individuals injured in a road accident can file a claim with their insurance company.

    According to him, those injured have a three-year window to submit their claims, while minors and individuals with disabilities have up to six years.

    During an appearance on The Law, he elaborated on the reasons behind these limitations, emphasizing that victims often face challenges making immediate claims due to injuries sustained during accidents.

    Mr Koranteng explained, “So within three years after the loss, if you have suffered an injury and then you are hospitalized or anything, I mean…, you are not able to report. You still have within three years within which to bring the claim.”

    He stated that “If somebody is a child or somebody is of an unsound mind, we call that a disability in law. So even though there’s a three-year period within which you can bring the claim, if you’re under some form of disability, then the period of limitation does not run until you are out of that disability.”

    “So if you were a child, for example, that means you are below the age of 18, so that that period of limitation, which is three years, does not start to run until you come out of that disability. And if you’re out of unsound mind, that same information applies to you,” he noted.

    Concerning property damage, Mr Koranteng noted that individuals have a six-year timeframe to make a claim for damages resulting from the accident.

    However, he cautioned accident victims against actions that could lead to the rejection of their insurance claims.

    He advised drivers to obtain the appropriate licenses for their vehicles and emphasized the importance of reporting accidents promptly to the police.

    “I have a B license and I’m driving a vehicle that requires a C license, I’ve not been trained or certified by DVLA to drive that kind of vehicle.”

    Additionally, he urged victims to document the scene with photos and videos and report the issue to their insurance company before making any repairs, as fixing the vehicle without approval could complicate the assessment of the extent of damage.

  • “I haven’t changed clothes in days” – Teacher shares struggles amidst floods in Morocco

    “I haven’t changed clothes in days” – Teacher shares struggles amidst floods in Morocco

    A teacher in Morocco shared with the BBC that he is finding it challenging to provide support to traumatized students in the aftermath of the recent devastating earthquake, as he is grappling with his own recovery.

    Abdelali Mahfodi, speaking from the town of Amizmiz, spoke to Newsday two weeks after the most powerful earthquake to strike the North African nation in over six decades.

    Amizmiz has witnessed extensive destruction, with significant portions reduced to rubble. Mr. Mahfodi conveyed to the Newsday radio show that many residents in the town are currently unable to access basic necessities like showers and clean clothes.

    The English teacher said his pupils need “psychological support”, but “I haven’t changed clothes in four days, how do you expect someone in this situation to strive in order to get students back on the rails?”

    The 6.8-magnitude earthquake that occurred on September 8 resulted in the tragic loss of more than 2,900 lives in Morocco.

    Morocco’s authorities have allocated 120 billion dirhams ($11.6 billion; £9.4 billion) for the reconstruction of affected regions and have pledged financial assistance to the victims.

    However, a specific timeline for the implementation of these plans has not been provided. Morocco has been selective in accepting foreign aid and has agreed to receive assistance from only four countries: Qatar, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, and the UK.

    For the complete account from Mr. Mahfodi, you can listen to the BBC’s Newsday radio show.

  • Senegal brings back victims of the boat disaster

    Senegal brings back victims of the boat disaster

    Over six weeks following their departure from Senegal, 38 survivors of the boat tragedy off Cape Verde have returned to Dakar via a military aircraft on Monday evening, as confirmed by the authorities.

    This group constitutes part of the 101 individuals who embarked on the voyage on July 10 with the intention of reaching Spain’s Canary Islands.

    Tragically, over 60 individuals, primarily men hailing from the fishing community of Fass Boye and its environs, are feared to have lost their lives after their vessel remained adrift at sea for more than a month.

    The Walking Borders NGO reported that it notified the authorities in Senegal, Mauritania, Morocco, and Spain back in July, yet no rescue operations were initiated by these nations. As a result, those aboard the vessel were left isolated and subjected to the mercy of the Atlantic Ocean for several weeks.

    In the wake of the boat tragedy, a sense of sorrow and frustration persists within the affected town. Several residents, including members of the same family, shared with the BBC their relief upon learning that their loved ones were en route back home, having survived the ordeal.

  • Mother, son found dead in locked room at Buduburam

    Mother, son found dead in locked room at Buduburam

    The lifeless bodies of a 35-year-old mother and her 13-year-old son were discovered in a locked room at Buduburam, a Liberian refugee camp situated along the Accra-Cape Coast Highway.

    The deceased mother, identified by her neighbours as Momi, had been residing in a single room with her son until their untimely demise.

    Momi, reportedly a hairstylist and of Liberian origin, leaves behind a shocked community mourning her tragic loss.

    According to a neighbour who spoke to the media, the victims were last seen on the evening of Sunday, June 11, 2023, as they prepared to attend a birthday party they had been invited to.

    It was reported that the following morning, onlookers witnessed the pair standing in front of their home, brushing their teeth together – an ordinary moment before an unthinkable tragedy unfolded.

    Shockingly, this would be the last sighting of Momi and her son. Concern began to mount when a strong, unpleasant odour permeated the neighbourhood, accompanied by a congregation of large flies near the window of their dwelling.

    Driven by curiosity, several neighbours decided to investigate the source of the pungent smell. Following the trail of flies, they were compelled to forcibly open Momi’s window, revealing a heart-wrenching scene.

    The lifeless bodies of Momi and her son lay motionless, while flies ominously circled their remains.

    As of this report, the police are yet to transport the bodies to the mortuary. Meanwhile, law enforcement authorities have initiated an investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident that has shocked the Buduburam community.

    The entire neighbourhood is gripped by sadness and awaits answers as the police work diligently to shed light on this devastating event.

    Source: The Independent Ghana

  • ‘Facebook rapist’ Thabo Bester escapes from prison after staging death

    ‘Facebook rapist’ Thabo Bester escapes from prison after staging death

    Thabo Bester, who targeted his victims by finding them on Facebook, was found “dead” last May after a burned body was left in his cell – but he was later spotted in shops and restaurants in an upmarket part of Cape Town.

    A rapist who targeted his victims on social media was seen sauntering through one of Cape Town’s most-upmarket suburbs after staging his own death and breaking out of prison.

    Thabo Bester, who was branded the “Facebook rapist”, broke out after a charred body was found in his cell at a max-security prison run by G4S – a London-based security firm.

    A few months after the brazen escape, Bester was seen in an area close to a £5million mansion he had been renting, which was down the road from the president’s home.

    An investigation by news website GroundUp found that Bester did escape – and that he may have been helped by the prison’s own guards.

    A post-mortem revealed that the body, which was burned beyond recognition, had been bludgeoned before it was set ablaze.

    In emails sent from a prison official to the country’s deputy justice and correctional services minister, there were claims of officials helping him escape Mangaung Prison.

    In a statement urging the public to help track down Bester, the department said jail guards have been sacked.

    Bester was in prison after luring women to him by claiming that modeling scouts were interested in meeting them.

  • Group requests recompense for victims of military violence

    Group requests recompense for victims of military violence

    A pressure organization, Ashaiman Lives Matter, has urged President Akufo-Addo to swiftly form a committee to look into the brutality certain soldiers committed against Ashaiman residents.

    The group is also demanding compensation for victims assaulted by the soldiers.

    The invasion followed the death of a young soldier who was stabbed to death by some unknown assailants in the community.

    “We are currently in a constant state of fear for our dear lives because the soldiers told the residents that it is a Month’s Operation and they have instructions from above to put the fear of God in them to avenge the murder of the fallen soldier.

    “Ladies and Gentlemen of the press we the people of Ashaiman condemn the beastly acts of the Ghana Armed Forces and we also call for President of the Republic of Ghana His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo Danquah, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces to do same and render an unqualified apology to the Good People of Ashaiman for the criminal acts of his troops.”

    The group also called on the media, civil society, the Ghana Bar Association, and the clergy among others to condemn the violence and criminal acts of the soldiers.

  • Group petitions Parliament over Justice Koomson’s nomination to the Supreme Court

    A group, consisting of the victims and families of victims of the Ejura killings has submitted a joint memorandum to petition the Appointments Committee of Parliament against confirming the nomination of Justice Kingsley Koomson to the Supreme Court of Ghana,

    This is in connection with his role in the work of the Interministerial Committee that investigated the killings that occurred in Ejura in the Ashanti Region.

    In a petition to Parliament, the group said, “We consider that Justice Kingsley Koomson lacks the necessary independence of thought, moral conviction and integrity that will support his nomination to the Supreme Court.”

    “Justice Kingsley Koomson’s record with the Koomson Committee shows that he is not up to the task and that he had failed when he was entrusted with a national duty requiring that he show the necessary independence of thought, moral conviction and integrity that will support his nomination to the Supreme Court.”

    “We invite the Appointments Committee and subsequently Parliament to reject the nomination of Justice Koomson to the Supreme Court,” the petition added.

  • Agradaa is not from God – Dr. Joyce Aryee

    Former Minister of State and former Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines Dr. Joyce Aryee has said the actions of Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as ‘Nana Agradaa, is a clear indication that she is not from God.

    According to her, money doubling in Church is a sin that contradicts the teachings of God.

    She also stated that Nana Agraada doesn’t carry the spirit of God because of her actions in her Church.

    Dr. Joyce Aryee urged Ghanaians to read the Bible to help them identify the true men of God and unscrupulous ones.

    Speaking with Kwaku Owusu Adjei on Adwenekasa on Accra-based Original FM 91.9, she said, “We saw the real man of God which is Elijah, and the fake ones. There are a lot of fake pastors in this country so Ghanaians must read the Bible well to be able to identify the real men of God because you will be able to know the true men of God through their actions. ”

    Nana Agradaa is facing seven counts of defrauding by false pretence and charlatanic advertisement on TV and in a newspaper to lure her victims.

    A viral video last Saturday showed aggrieved members of the Church alleging that their leader, a one-time traditional priestess, had swindled them.

  • A-G advises gov’t to compensate Ejura shooting injured victims

    With family members of some injured persons in the Ejura shooting incidents agitating for compensation, it has emerged that the Attorney-General (AG) gave a piece of legal advice in July this year for compensation to be paid.

    In a letter cited by the Daily Graphic, the A-G, Godfred Yeboah Dame, advised the government to compensate three injured victims of the incident with about GH¢1.28 million.

    The three injured persons captured in the A-G’s advice for compensation are Louis Ayipka, 30; Nazif Nuhu, 20, and Awal Mesbawu, 16.

    Per the letter, the A-G advised that Ayikpa should be compensated with GH¢347,953, Nuhu should get GH¢192,425, and Mesbawu should be given GH¢678,519.

    Apart from the compensation, the A-G also advised the government to implement a recommendation by a Medical Board for the victims to be given medical and psychosocial care.

    The letter, dated July 12, this year was addressed to the Minister of Interior, Ambrose Dery.

    Family agitates

    Last Wednesday, the family of the three injured persons called on the government to pay them compensation as recommended by the Justice Koomson’s Committee.

    At a press conference in Accra, the family further urged the A-G to expedite action on the prosecution of those suspected to have killed Yussif and Suraj.

    According to the family, after submitting all the required medical documents needed to effect the payment, they had so far not received any acknowledgement indicating receipt of the documents.

    Report

    On June 29, last year, Abdul Nasir Yussif and Murtala Suraj Mohammed died from gunshots from joint police and military team during activities related to the burial of a social activist in the area, Ibrahim Muhammed, popularly known as Kaaka.

    Three other persons — Ayikpa, Nuhu and Mesbawu — got injured in the incident.

    A committee set up by the Minister for the Interior to investigate the matter submitted its report in September last year.

    The committee, chaired by a Justice of the Court of Appeal, Justice Kingsley Koomson, in its report, recommended that the families of the two young men who lost their lives in the shooting incident must be compensated.

    It further recommended that the three injured persons must also be compensated.

    While the government had since compensated the families of the two young men who lost their lives in the shooting incident, the injured persons are yet to be compensated.

    On what went into arriving at the compensation for each of the three persons, the A-G relied on certain factors used to award compensation in some case law.

    These were permanent physical disability or impairment, disruption of education, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, ongoing medical care needs, loss of future earnings, reimbursement of the cost of medical treatments, increase in living expenses among others. The A-G also factored in the national minimum wage and transportation cost, among other factors.

    Regarding the medical and psychosocial care, the A-G advised that all three should be given psychosocial support as recommended by the medical board.

    “In the case of Awal Mesbawu, the appropriate functional prosthesis should be provided to him to assist in mobilisation as recommended by the medical board,” the A-G said.