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FeaturedWhitney Boakye Mensah has revealed that a pastor once told her she could only have a child if the sperm used came from him, following her painful experience of losing nine babies. She shared the disturbing encounter during an interview with Piesie Esther, sparking outrage and debate online.
BreakingLucinda Naomi Otchere, a midwife and head of the maternity ward at Trust Mother and Child Hospital in Osu, has been arrested for her alleged involvement in a child trafficking syndicate. She is accused of paying GH¢20,000 and GH¢35,000 to facilitate the trafficking of two young girls.
FeaturedFour teachers have been fined GH¢3,000 each by the Twifo Praso Magistrate Court for their involvement in BECE examination malpractice, including leaking question papers, dictating answers, and illegally possessing exam materials. The ruling highlights authorities’ renewed crackdown on exam malpractice to protect the integrity of Ghana’s education system.
BreakingJoshua Kojo Anane Boateng, a 36-year-old businessman from East Legon, has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service over allegations of drugging, sexually assaulting, and secretly filming women before sharing the videos online without their consent. He has been remanded into custody as investigations by the police and the Bureau of National Investigations continue.
BreakingA 17-year-old WASSCE candidate from Asanteman Senior High School, identified as Harrison, tragically died after being electrocuted while using his phone during a heavy rainstorm in Kwabre East District. Reports say a lightning-induced power surge passed through his charger, killing him instantly, while police investigate the incident.
FeaturedBusiness tycoon Ibrahim Mahama has pledged to fully fund a cement distribution business and a construction hardware depot for Mr. Emmanuel Asamoah, who recently returned to Ghana after facing xenophobic attacks in South Africa. He has also donated GH¢200,000 to support Asamoah’s relocation and resettlement in the country.
FeaturedSix people arrested for illegally dumping refuse at Otumfuo Roundabout have been convicted and fined GHS1,200 each by the Prempeh Assembly District Court, with a 10-day jail term as an alternative penalty. While five offenders paid their fines, Ebenezer Atakorah is expected to serve the custodial sentence after failing to pay.
BreakingPolice Inspector Bright Appiah Danquah has been arrested in Kumasi for allegedly taking part in a series of armed robbery attacks targeting mobile money vendors. Investigators reportedly linked him to the crimes after he allegedly left his mobile phone at one of the robbery scenes, which became a key piece of evidence.
FeaturedTwenty-eight Ghanaian victims of a human trafficking syndicate in Côte d’Ivoire have been successfully rescued and repatriated to Ghana following a joint operation involving security agencies and diplomatic officials. The government has pledged to bring the perpetrators to justice while urging citizens to be cautious of fake travel and job recruitment schemes.
FeaturedDzifa Tega has voiced strong support for paternity DNA testing, saying it is necessary to ensure fairness for men amid rising cases of paternity fraud. Her comments have sparked public debate over whether such tests should become routine or mandatory.
FeaturedGhana Police Service has warned social media users against using content creation as a cover for criminal activities, stating that offenders will be arrested and prosecuted. DCOP Grace Ansah-Akrofi urged creators to use their platforms responsibly and operate within the law.
FeaturedNana Kwaku Bonsam has spoken against the way traditionalists are often excluded from public events and religious discussions in Ghana. He stressed that traditional worshippers are honest people who genuinely practice their beliefs and deserve equal respect in society.