Author: Ab Adams
American internet phenomenon IShowSpeed, born Darren Watkins Jr., and one of the world’s most streamed personalities, has arrived in Accra, Ghana, sparking excitement, viral content, and major media buzz. His visit is a highlight of one of the most talked-about digital influencer tours in recent memory. Ishowspeed, Welcome in AccraIShowSpeed touched down at Kotoka International Airport, where ecstatic fans, including members of the Ghana Bikers Association, greeted him with cheers, motorcades, and loud applause scenes that quickly trended on social media. Locals and international followers alike captured clips of his arrival, which have already gone viral across platforms like TikTok,…
The Institute of Energy Stakeholders (IES) has issued a strong call for the strict and uncompromising enforcement of the NPA price floor and uniformity policies, warning that continued lapses in compliance threaten market stability, fair competition, and consumer confidence across the sector. According to IES, the price floor and uniformity framework was established to create a level playing field, prevent destructive undercutting, and ensure sustainable operations for all participants. However, inconsistent enforcement and selective compliance have weakened the effectiveness of these policies, allowing distortions that disadvantage compliant operators and undermine regulatory intent. IES emphasized that failure to enforce the NPA…
Here are 5 key facts about IShowSpeed ,the high-energy online personality who’s become one of the world’s most watched livestreamers: Real Name & Background: His real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., born on January 21, 2005 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. He’s an American YouTuber, streamer, and entertainer known widely by his online name IShowSpeed or Speed. Massive Global Popularity: IShowSpeed’s YouTube channel has grown into one of the biggest on the platform, reaching over 50 million subscribers a milestone he celebrated live on his 21st birthday during a stream in Nigeria. Energetic & Varied Content: He creates a mix of…
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has launched investigations into an attack on a Jacobu District police patrol team by a group of civilians at Bepotenten Sukuum in the Ashanti Region. The Ashanti Regional Police Command is investigating an attack on a Jacobu District patrol team at Bepotenten in the Ashanti Region, where officers were assaulted, and a service rifle was seized and later recovered. According to a police statement posted on their social media platform on January 25, 2026, the incident occurred on January 23, 2026, while officers were on routine patrol duties in the area. The situation reportedly began…
Ghanaian actress and entrepreneur Salma Mumin has boldly responded to critics questioning her body after rumors and speculation about her alleged Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery took over social media. In a firm and unapologetic stance, Salma made it clear that her body choices are no one’s business but her own. Addressing the ongoing commentary, the actress stated that whether her BBL is obvious or subtle, it remains a personal decision that requires no public approval. Salma, known for her confidence and outspoken nature, expressed frustration over society’s obsession with policing women’s bodies. She emphasized that women should be allowed…
The Fosu family has been plunged into deep sorrow following the passing of the son of Faustina Fosu, sister of the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba. The tragic loss has reopened wounds for a family that has already endured profound grief. Faustina Fosu, who stood firmly by her brother during his lifetime and legacy, is now facing one of the most painful trials a mother can experience the loss of a child. Details surrounding the death of her son remain limited, but sources close to the family describe the moment as heartbreaking and emotionally devastating. This latest tragedy comes after…
President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for the construction of a 2,000-unit military barracks project, marking a major step toward improving housing and welfare for personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces. The sod-cutting ceremony, held at the project site, officially signals the commencement of works on the large-scale housing initiative, which is aimed at addressing accommodation deficits within the military and enhancing the living conditions of service personnel and their families. Speaking at the ceremony, President Mahama emphasised the importance of prioritising the welfare of the armed forces, noting that adequate and decent housing is critical to morale,…
The Savannah Regional Police Command has arrested 24 Togolese nationals for their alleged involvement in illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) activities in parts of the region. The suspects were picked up during a security operation aimed at clamping down on illegal mining, which has continued to pose a serious threat to the environment, water bodies and farmlands in the Savannah Region. According to police sources, the arrests were made following intelligence-led patrols in identified galamsey prone communities. The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by security agencies to curb the activities of illegal miners, many of whom are believed to be…
Archbishop Nicholas Duncan Williams, founder and General Overseer of Action Chapel International, has sparked widespread discussion after stating that many adults remain unmarried today not simply because of financial or societal pressures, but because they are not prepared for the responsibilities that marriage demands. Speaking in a televised interview on TV3, the respected clergyman clarified that being “marriage material” goes beyond love or the ability to pay for a wedding. Instead, he emphasized that marriage requires purpose, preparation, responsibility, and maturity. Duncan Williams stressed that marriage is not merely an emotional or romantic contract. Drawing on biblical principles, he noted…
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, Ghana’s Minister of Education and a leading figure in the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has emerged as a strong voice calling for unity, renewal and ideological clarity within the party as it navigates a critical phase in its political journey. Known for his background as an educationist and reform advocate, Dr. Adutwum believes the future of the NPP depends not only on electoral strategy but on rebuilding trust, cohesion and shared purpose among party members at all levels. According to him, internal divisions and factional interests risk weakening the party’s foundations if left unaddressed. Dr. Adutwum…