Category: Ghana General News

Weija residents living in fear after murder of unidentified woman

Residents in Weija a suburb of Accra are living in fear after the body of an unidentified woman was discovered in a bush.

The body was discovered by a man after incessant complaints about a foul stench in the community by residents.

“People have been complaining about a bad odour in the area for a while now. Someone traced the odour only to find out that someone had been killed and the body left to rot in the bush,” Assemblyman for the area, Ayitey Blankson told Starr FM Friday morning.

He added that “it appears, the incident occurred a week ago before the person was sent to find out, we couldn’t even bag the body.”

Ayitey Blankson further noted that the deceased has not been identified yet since she is not a known resident of the area.

He also urged landlords to properly get to know potential tenants before accommodating then as the Weija area has become a hideout for criminals.

“I have told landlords to always investigate their tenants before accepting them because some of them are robbers. As at now we do not know where the deceased is from, we have asked around the community but to no avail.”

The Assemblyman further called on Ghanaians to assist in identifying the deceased.

“I’m appealing to the public, if anyone’s daughter has been missing for the past two weeks, the person should come here and check.”

ghanaweb

September 18, 2020
Electing Of New National And Regional Executives (G.J.A.)

The Ghana Journalism Association has Schedule a new election date for National and Regional Executive Friday , November 13th 2020 general election .

September 29 ,2017 was the last election for the Ghana Journalist Association where new executive were inaugurated into office on November 17, 2017.The three-year tenure of the current National and Regional Executives.therefore expecting on Tuesday , November 17,2020.

The regional executive who would be elected into office would steer the affairs of the association for next three years . The General Secretary Mr. Kofi Yeboah stated,and Copied to the Ghana News Agency.

Nomination will be opened for the position of President at the national level. Vice president , General Secretary, National Organising Sector,Treasure and Public Affairs Officer.

Chairman position ,Vice Chairman , Secretary and Treasure in 16 regions and nominations would be also opened at the regional level ,Mr.Osei Kwadwo a private legal practitioner and lecturer at the Ghana Institute of Journalism has been appointed to conduct and supervise the elections.

In line with elections , September 30,2020 has been set as the cut off date for members in good standing ,who would be eligible to vote .

Dikoder.com

September 17, 2020
“We won’t legalise Okada Business”- Bawumia

The Vice President of the Republic Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has now clarified that the ruling government won’t legalize Okada operations. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) was in a panic mode moments after their main political rivals, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) promised to legalize Okada business as captured in their manifesto.

As a result, it came to light that the NPP was doing everything possible to legalize the operations of the motorcyclists to obviously score cheap political points.

However, Bawumia insists the movie is a risky one considering the nature of their work hence there will be no legalization whatsoever. He assured the riders of a better alternative of empowering them to purchase brand new cars assembled in the country so they engage in a safer business.

Dr. Bawumia said this on Thursday in Accra which saw VW and BlackIvy signed an MoU to embark on the production of affordable homes and affordable cars for the Ghanaian people.

Ghbase

September 17, 2020
If NPP Wins, I will Support my Husband in transformation- Empress Gifty Adorye Promises

Award winning Gospel musician, Empress Gifty Adorye says she is so far satisfied with government’s work for the Creative Arts industry however, there’s still room for more work to be done.

There have been mixed reactions among showbiz personalities especially after the New Patriotic Party (NPP) launched their 2020 manifesto a couple of weeks ago.

While some have chastised government for not fulfilling most of the promises made to the Arts industry in their 2016 manifesto, some have also commended them for a good job done.

One of such people is gospel singer Empress Gifty who in an interview with Hitz FM’s Noella Kharyne Yalley said save for a few qualms, she was generally satisfied with the NPP administration’s contributions to the Creative Arts industry.

“For me I will say yes, I’m satisfied but there’s more room for improvement. Three years has passed and what I would advise the government to do is to focus on the creative arts. We’re losing a lot.

“We’re losing our integrity, the love, the passion because, you put in so much money, but you don’t get it back. Now people don’t buy CD’s, streaming seems to be the ‘ish’ now, so we need a structure or system that will work for us, our royalties, and certain things that can push us”

She also prayed for the President to take another “look at our industry again, and see what he can do to support us. I think he promised the industry a whole lot of things and I’m really praying that with the few months left to elections, he can do something”.

Early last year, Empress Gifty married Hopeson Adorye, the Deputy Director for National Security under the NPP.

When asked what she will do in her capacity as the wife of a government official to influence government to help the Arts, she revealed that she plans to “use” her husband who is currently contesting as a parliamentary candidate in the Kpong Katamanso constituency as a means to bring the needed change in the industry.

“Now my husband is an NPP parliamentary candidate for Kpong Katamanso, and I’m hoping and praying that the people will give the mandate to my husband.

“I don’t want to promise, but if my husband wins I’m going to use him to bring a little change. And I’ll be a bit bias towards my gospel people. We’re suffering, it’s very hard to go to the studio, bring out an album and promote it.”

September 17, 2020
“NPP Gave Me a Sum of Money and a Car to Campaign for them”- Ayitey Powers

Ghanaian boxer, Ayittey Powers has alleged that he was approached by the incumbent NPP Government with a sum of GH¢100,000 and a car to campaign for them.

In a video which has gone viral on several social media platforms, Ayittey Powers disclosed that he was approached by the owner of Kenpong Travel and Tours to take GH¢100, 000 and a car to support the New Patriotic Party.

Ayittey Powers however made it clear that he rejected the money because he considered the plight of Ghanaians.

I was there when Kenpong called me that I will be given GHC 100,000 and a car to join the 2020 NPP campaign but I refused the gesture.”

“I refused it because I’ve seen such money before and I will not think of just my stomach, I have to think of the problems Ghanaians are currently facing under this administration.” he stated in the video.

Ayittey Powers said because he refused this gesture, his friend, Kenpong has decided not to give him any money but he is not worried about it because he believes he did the right thing.

Ghbase

September 17, 2020
PPP Will Abolish BECE, Says Brigette Dzogbenuku- Asaase Radio

The 2020 presidential candidate of the Progressive Peoples Party (PPP), Brigitte Dzogbenuku, has promised to abolish the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) when voted to power.

According to her, the PPP government will ensure that students are educated from Creche to Senior High School(SHS) without a break for exams.

In an exclusive interview with Citi News, Madam Dzogbenuku said examination should not be the determining factor for the academic success of a student in Ghana.

“We will abolish BECE because every child must be educated at least to the SHS level…If everybody is educated to the SHS level and at least can read and write, Ghana will have a different kind of society where people are more informed and are more empowered. Examinations are not the only way to check people.”
“There can be regular assessment of the school and of the systems of how the teachers are performing and then the exam becomes the ultimate. We can’t use only exams to test kids because that is not the best test of a school or an education system.”

She stressed o the fact that her government would ensure that the Free Compulsory Universal Basic Education (FCUBE) is implemented to increase access.

“We will implement Free Compulsory Universal Basic Education to its fullest because the enforcers of that policy haven’t done their work well and that is why we see students loitering around without doing anything. We must also hold parents accountable so we can have the proper checks and balances in the schools to know which student is absent and why such a student is not in school.”
“First of all the government sectors must work. The education sector must also work and work efficiently to have an inspectorate board to make sure students who ought to be in school are in school and at the right time.”

Madama Brigitte Dzogbenuku was chosen as the flagbearer of the PP after their founder Dr. Papa Kwesi Ndoum declined to lead the party into this year’s election.

Ghbase

September 16, 2020
Christian Atsu Doesn’t Deserve To Be In The Newcastle – Steve Bruce
Christian Atsu the Newcastle winger has been told to leave the club. Before he spends his entire seasons warming the bench.

According to the lead coach of Newcastle, Steve Bruce said he doesn’t want Christian to be a part of their plans for the season. But leaving the castle is what is good for him and the club.

Steve admitted loving the work and commitment of Atsu but said he doesn’t see a future for Christian if he continues to stay in the Newcastle.

He made a statement:” I like Christian the same goes for Muto -trains everyday, works tirelessly, a good professional – but in a situation where are they going to play enough? There has to come a time when they will go and play football.

Atsu has been linked with clubs in Turkey and Scotland with Besiktas and Celtic believed to be strongly interested.

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Story by : Arden Doris
September 15, 2020
Photo: Meet the 60-year-old JHS woman writing BECE
Y’all know that COVID-19 forced Ghana’s president to shut down schools, but all is set and now final year students of Junior High Schools have started their Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).

The examination which will last for a week kick-started on Monday, September 14 with the English paper.

At the Agona Odoben Presby Junior High School, the oldest BECE candidate of this badge sat for the exams. She is no other than 60-year-old Elizabeth Yamoah.

This is somehow ridiculous, but let’s give her the benefit of the doubt and wish her well in her new endeavours.

See photo below:
Dikoder.com- Ghase
September 15, 2020
Crusade Will Be Called Upon To End Bitters – GBA

On Monday, 14 of September, 2020 the national president of Ghana Bar Association ( GBA) mr. Tony Forson said, the polarized nature of society is deep- rooted. He calls upon the leaders of the country to take measures to heal it.

Mr. Tony made a statement at the law court complex in Accra on the theme :”enhancing National cohesion: the essence of free , fair and responsible electoral process”.

During the Ghana Bar Association webinar Mr. Tony said, “the polarized nature of our society is so deep- rooted that lip services from our leaders will not lesson it . I will urge you , as the father of the Nation with the clear knowledge of this unfortunate state of affairs to lead the charge to truly heal this nation otherwise this cycle of bitterness will never end”.

However, Mr. Forson earnestly said to the President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwah Akuffo Addo is to lead the way to heal the nation to end the cycle bitterness.

The president of GBA said the Ghana Bar Association will host a seminar for journalist to ensure insult free during the political seasonings in the country.

Mr. Forson however, told the media to be actual and factual with their reports on political activities. He said the media should promote and ensure peace and togetherness in the county.
GBA was to hold its conference at Bolgatanga in the upper East Region .

The conference has therefore been rescheduled to September 2021. Update will be given soon .

Ghana web

Story by : Arden Doris

September 15, 2020
UCC TO EMBARK ON ONLINE STUDIES FOR CODE

UCC TO EMBARK ON ONLINE STUDIES FOR CODE

The management of College of Distance Education (CODE) under University of Cape Coast supervision has decided to embark on online tutorial for their students .

Following the 16th National Address on Covid-19 by the president ,Nana Addo Danquah Akuffo -Addo ,the management of UCC in collaboration with College of Education has decided to embark on an online tuition for level 300 to 100 of their students to complete the second semester academic year (2020-2021).

SEE ALSO: Nana Akuffo Addo Addresses the Nation on the Re-Opening of Airport and the Educational System

This attempt of CODE -UCC failed the first time they decided to embark on this online tuition due to the complains from the students representative base on countless facts that their students were likely encountering .

The representative of the students body ,point out some issues that College of Distance Education should solve. Also to make possible solutions which will make the online tuition flexible.

From this come – back of College of Distance Education to embark on this online tuition ,shows the grievances of the students body representatives has been considered leaking to a new era of learning at College of Distance Education to University of Cape Coast possible.

Story: Abigail Essel

September 15, 2020
A BEAUTICIAN LEAKKS CHAT IN A VIDEO: OF YAA JACKSON WHO REFUSES TO PAY FOR HER HAIR
Yaa Jackson a kumawood actress and a singer disgraced by a beautician by the name Obroni Beauty palace on Instagram for owing her and failing to pay.

According to the beautician she said “Jackson has refused to pay for her hair and piercing which I did for her long ago . Jackson calls her self a superstar but is very broke”.

Furthermore, the tear rubber singer really fakes her life style on social media yet begs on the reduction of services she buys.

Mame Yaa is known for claiming to live a big life on social media when she said in an old interview with with Delay that she buys just one dress over $200

Furthermore, the tear rubber singer really fakes her lifestyle on social media yet begs on the reduction of services she buys.

The singer has refused to pay for a 600 cedis hair extension which she credited from the Obroni beauty palace.
See her response to the BEAUTICIAN
https://www.instagram.com/p/CEsAmuFnUHq/?igshid=12reaiz6ftibo

https://www.instagram.com/p/CEr4HfXHO4f/?igshid=1g5zrop7amrrp

Story by; Martey Doris Arden
September 14, 2020
Emerging Entertainers Awards- Maiden Edition 2020
Across time and space, one of the very basic motivations that has pushed beginners into putting much efforts in their craft and services in the world of media and entertainment is through recognition as well as utmost encouragement making them believe that their works have been noticed.

Through recommendations,award presentations and basic praises through the very necessary channels, young and emerging entertainers have had good reasons to do more.

This Event took place at the PUC on 12th September, 2020 which was chaired by the Macford Production. In as much as Awards were given to our top celebrities, Macford Production took to himself in awarding Emerging and young brands,talents,entertainers and media personalities working so hard to hit the mainstream media fraternity.

According to the CEO of the Emerging Entertainers Award Mr. MacVee also the Director and organiser, said the Emerging Entertainers Award Ghana 2020 seeks to identify and award the great efforts these young men and women are putting up in support of the very good and great ones already up the hill. He further said that this is to motivate them to keep up in the Entertainment industry.

The event was graced by celebrities like Rosemond Brown also known as Akuapem Poloo, Fiffi ,maame domino, Adjetey Annan, Clemento Shuarez and many others made the program entertaining.

The awards scheme covered various award categories like social media influencers, Bloggers, Musicians, TV and Radio Personalities.

These are the various winners for the category;

Best male photo model of the Year- kwaku

Best actor of the Year- kojo asamoah

Best animation of the Year- koby bay

Best actress of the Year- nana henema

Film producer- enam kojo

Blow-up of the Year- furniture king

Best vocalist of the Year- mimi God

Best dancehall of the Year- shatta berry
And many more.
Watch Video;

https://youtu.be/O2HFB6-v7Wk

Source: DIKODER.COM
September 14, 2020
‘Women Are The Properties Of Men, They Shouldn’t Be Given Freedom After Marriage’ – Man Sparks Outrage Online

A Kenyan on-air personality, Captain Kale has sparked outrage online after he said women are the properties of men and therefore should not be given any form of freedom at all right after marriage.

Captain disclosed this while reacting to a topic in which radio host, Maina Kagena asked women about the definition of freedom in marriage. “Ladies, when you tell your husband you want freedom in your marriage/relationship, what do you mean” the theme under discussion pointed out.

While responding, Captain Kale said giving freedom to women is just like handing a fully loaded gun to your enemy. “When I married her, I paid for her, hence me owning her. She should do as I say. Even her going to say hi to her parents needs me to think about it,” he tweeted.

Women are irresponsible human beings and they need to be guided every time. They can’t function without someone being hard on them. Giving women freedom is like giving a gun full of bullets to your enemy.

Ghbase- Dikoder.com

September 14, 2020
How Aseidu Nketia was given a hefty Slap

General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Aseidu has recounted some difficulties he encountered as a student.

He may be popularly known as General Mosquito but he has revealed another powerful nickname that earned him a slap back in the days.

Mr Nketia has disclosed he was a brilliant Mathematics student and that got him the name Archimedes, the name of a Greek Mathematician.

“I was called Archimedes because I was good in mathematics but I suffered for it,” he said in an interview on Joy FM’s Personality Profile.

Being a brilliant and confident student, he always stood up to challenge his teachers in class, an action most teachers were not pleased with.

“It was one time in class five when a mathematics teacher marked me down in an exam but I was so sure the answer was correct and decided to rework the solution but I did not go to the teacher to challenge him,” he recounted.

“I took my own red pen and corrected the mark, an act my mates made noise about and that angered the teacher. He came to the class, removed his wrist watch and gave me a dirty slap which landed me on the floor,” he added amid laughter.

However, General Mosquito pointed out that did not deter him from challenging the status quo when not convinced.

Adomonline

September 12, 2020
Bank Staff Reportedly Shot dead, police officer have been wounded in Kumasi

One person has died while two others, including a police officer, have been wounded following a daylight robbery attack on the Manso–Kumasi road in the Ashanti Region.

The deceased has only been identified as Attakorah, 35, who worked as a cashier with a bank; though the police did not provide the name of the financial institution.

He was declared dead at the scene on Friday, September 11, 2020, according to a police communication available to Dailymailgh.com.

The police officer, L/Cpl Felix Agyei Agyemang also sustained serious gunshot wounds, according to the police who did not give details about the status of his colleague G/Sgt Enoch Kwame Teye who was part of the team.

Attack

The four-member team were on board a Toyota Hilux bullion van with registration number GE 3978 – 20 driven by one Antwi Boasiako of Agate Mabot, a private security firm on an escort from Manso-Asaman to various banks in Kumasi.

On reaching a section of the road near Manso-Mem junction, the team were attacked by masked men numbering about seven with four of them wielding AK 47 assault rifles, the report read.

Amid firing of gunshots the robbers, according to the report, made away with unspecified amount of money concealed in two huge boxes as they seized two AK 47 assault rifles which contained about 30 rounds of ammunition from the on-duty officers.

Officers who gave details of the horrifying scene said the two injured victims had been admitted at the St. Martin’s Catholic Hospital pending referral to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital for further treatment.

The body of Attakorah had also been deposited at the same hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy, Dailymailgh.com understands as police heighten security in the area to arrest the suspects.

Mynewsgh

September 12, 2020