The late devoted Asante Kotoko fan Yaw Frimpong, better known as ‘Nana Pooley’ was stabbed at a ‘ghetto’ and transported to the Nana Amoah Kronmansah II Park in Nsoatre, a chilling new detail about the death of the popular supporter has emerged. Asempa FM journalist Enoch Kwesi Worlanyo Wallace claimed on Thursday night that the fan was stabbed at a location described as ‘ghetto’ outside the stadium before being transported to the venue, where he was later pronounced dead. His assertion affirms an earlier submission by the GFA chairperson on the Safety and Security, DCOP Lydia Donkor that the fan died…
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The Minority in Parliament has rejected the nomination of Deputy Attorney General and Justice Minister-designate, Justice Srem-Sai, following a disagreement with the Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor. The dispute arose when Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin requested Srem-Sai to demonstrate the traditional dance a move the Chairman vehemently opposed. Taking offense, Afenyo-Markin described the Chairman’s stance as ‘whimsical’ and claimed he was ‘rudely interrupted,’ indicating unfair treatment toward the Minority. After a ten-minute suspension of the vetting process, the Minority returned and declared their rejection of Srem-Sai’s nomination. Afenyo-Markin noted that, despite smooth vetting sessions since Monday, February 24,…
President John Dramani Mahama will deliver his first message on the state of the nation tomorrow, during which he is expected to tell Ghanaians and the global community the true state of affairs in all sectors of the economy. The weaknesses and strengths inherited will inform the responses and measures the President and his government will spell out, with the solutions grounded in what his party has already promised to do in reviving and growing the economy. As he delivers his first State of the Nation Address, a constitutional requirement that promises to be a defining moment for his historic…
The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, has clarified that it is not the commission’s policy for its members, including the chairperson and deputies, to attend swearing-in ceremonies unless they receive an official invitation. Speaking at an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting on Wednesday, February 26, to review the 2024 general elections, Jean Mensa revealed that the commission did not receive an invitation to attend the swearing-in of President John Dramani Mahama or any ministerial inaugurations. Her remarks come in response to questions about her absence at President Mahama’s swearing-in ceremony. Mahama was officially sworn in on January…
The Supreme Court, in a 4-1 majority decision, has halted the Koforidua High Court from sentencing Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi in a contempt case until a final ruling is made on a motion to overturn the decision. Justice Gabriel Pwamang dissented, while the remaining four justices on the panel supported the stay. The Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Ernest Yaw Kumi filed a certiorari and prohibition application at the Supreme Court, seeking to overturn a February 19 contempt of court conviction against him. Counsel for the MP, Gary Nimako Marfo, argues in the application that Justice Emmanuel Senyo Amadehe…
The Ghana Football Association has announced March 7, 2025, as the start date for the resumption of the Ghanaian top-flight league across the country. The Ghana Premier League will resume with Matchday 23 on the weekend of Friday, March 7, to Monday, March 10, 2025. The resumption is subject to the safety and security assurance inspection of all venues currently being undertaken by the GFA and the Ministry for Sports and Recreation. With the training of stakeholders on the Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols 2025, a document originated mainly from clubs, the Football Association has announced the return of…
The government is set to roll out the Microfinance Policy by the end of the year, a move expected to transform the sector and stimulate economic growth. This was revealed by Andrew Amerckson, Head of Banking and Non-Banking at the Ministry of Finance, during the launch of a five-year strategic plan by the Ghana Association of Savings and Loans Companies (GHASALC). Speaking on behalf of the sector minister, Ato Forson, Amerckson emphasized that the policy will serve as a roadmap for the future of Ghana’s microfinance sector. “To streamline the operations of the sector, the Ministry of Finance, in collaboration…
Westline Entertainment, organisers of the prestigious Western Music Awards have opened nominations for the 9th edition. This year’s scheme has a total of 31 categories including a new category – Best Female Artiste of The Year. According to the organisers, the works of artistes and other stakeholders from February 2024 to January 2025 are considered eligible for this year’s Western Music Awards. The deadline for nomination is March 17, 2025. Nana Kwesi Coomson, the Head of Public Relations department of the organizers announced, adding that, t The theme for this year’s edition is “Rhythm of Success.” “This year’s submissions are…
Joyce Bawa Mogtari, a presidential advisor and special aide to the President, has stated that she did nothing wrong in purchasing the official vehicle she used while serving as the Deputy Minister of Transport. She explained t]that acquiring the vehicle was part of her conditions of service. Recently, some activists from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have criticized Joyce Bawa for purchasing the state vehicle—a Toyota Avensis with registration number GT 2435-14—at a remarkably low price of GHc14,700 on January 6, 2017, just one day before President Mahama handed over power to President Akufo-Addo. Legal Action Mogtari warned that she…
On Tuesday, February 25, the National Council of Elders of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) met with the 2024 Election Review Committee to formally present their insights, observations, and perspectives on the party’s poor performance in the recent general elections. The document submitted by the National Council of Elders contains key recommendations and strategic proposals aimed at strengthening party organization and improving future electoral outcomes. A statement issued by the Election Review Committee confirmed their commitment to engaging all relevant stakeholders as part of their comprehensive review process. Attendance The meeting was attended by Hackman Owusu-Agyemang, Chairman of the National…