Author: Constance Awunor

Nollywood actress Ini Dima-Okojie has announced the birth of her first child, a baby boy, with her husband, Abasi Ene-Obong. The actress shared the news on Instagram on Wednesday in an emotional birthday message, revealing that she recently welcomed her son and is embracing a new chapter as a mother. Ini explained that unlike previous birthdays, which often featured glamorous photoshoots and carefully planned themes, she chose to mark this year’s celebration with a photo taken on the day her son was born. “Every year, my birthday comes with a photoshoot, glam, and a carefully planned concept. This year, none…

The Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), Alexander Twum-Barimah, has raised concerns about the growing sale of cannabis-infused products on campuses across Ghana. His comments come after the recent arrest of five students of Central University over their alleged involvement in the production and sale of cannabis-related products. According to NACOC, preliminary investigations suggest the students were producing and selling cannabis-infused ice cream, sobolo, toffees, pepper and eggs. They were also allegedly dealing in raw cannabis. The suspects are currently assisting with investigations. Students using campus activities to sell products Speaking on Accra-based Joy FM on Thursday, June…

Former Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo has filed an application at the Supreme Court seeking a review of orders issued in proceedings related to petitions for her removal from office. The application, filed under Article 133 of the 1992 Constitution and Rules 54, 55 and 56 of the Supreme Court Rules, asks the apex court to revisit its ruling delivered on May 28, 2026, after it consolidated two related actions before the Court. Justice Torkornoo argues that the orders made on that date resulted in a miscarriage of justice and denied her the constitutional right to be heard.…

More than 160 people have been confirmed dead after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, causing widespread destruction in the capital, Caracas, and several other regions. The earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, hit within seconds of each other at about 6:00 p.m. local time, triggering panic, collapsing buildings and leaving hundreds injured. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise significantly as rescue teams continue to search through rubble in some of the hardest-hit areas, where communication and power disruptions have hampered emergency operations. Rescue efforts continue amid widespread devastation Emergency workers have been combing…

Editor of The Herald newspaper, Larry Dogbey, has been sentenced to seven days’ imprisonment by an Accra High Court in a case linked to the newspaper’s reporting on businessman Kevin Okyere and Swiss multinational company Petraco SA. Dogbey disclosed the development in a social media post on Thursday, June 25, 2026, shortly after the court’s decision. “Justice Isaac Addo of an Accra High Court has just convicted me and sentenced me to seven days’ imprisonment in the case involving Kevin Okyere and Petraco SA,” he wrote. The specific grounds for the conviction were not immediately detailed in Dogbey’s statement. Reports…

Kenyan prosecutors have approved murder charges against eight students accused of involvement in a deadly dormitory fire that claimed the lives of 16 students at Utumishi Girls’ School last month. The tragic incident occurred on May 28 at the boarding school in Gilgil, approximately 120 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. The fire swept through a dormitory housing more than 200 students, leaving 16 dead and dozens injured. According to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), investigations found sufficient evidence to prosecute the students, who are aged between 15 and 18. “Upon careful assessment of the evidence, the Director…

Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho has announced a surprise return to competitive football at the age of 46 after signing for Italian third-division club Ravenna FC. The former Ballon d’Or winner, who retired from club football in 2015 after a spell with Fluminense, is set to begin a new chapter in Italy’s Serie C, more than a decade after stepping away from the professional game. Ronaldinho said the opportunity arose through his long-standing relationship with Ravenna owner Ignazio Cipriani, describing the move as a natural decision built on years of friendship. “We have been friends for many years, so it was…

Fitch Solutions has projected that Ghana’s inflation rate will average 12.8% in 2027, up from an expected 6.0% in 2026. The UK-based research firm said higher inflation could weaken household purchasing power and slow private consumption. Rising prices could affect consumer spending In its latest report on Ghana, Fitch Solutions warned that stronger inflationary pressures may reduce consumer spending and weigh on broader economic activity. The firm noted that a tighter-than-expected monetary policy stance by the US Federal Reserve could affect global gold prices, a key source of export earnings for Ghana. According to the report, lower gold revenues could…

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has denied claims that she carried or discharged a firearm during the recent shooting incident at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Akofena. Speaking to journalists while receiving medical treatment, the former lawmaker described reports linking her to a gun as false and misleading. “I don’t own a gun, I didn’t shoot a gun and I will never shoot a gun,” she stated. Says she visited as a family member According to Ms Safo, she visited her brother’s residence solely as a family member and…

Commercial transport operators have warned that they will increase fares by 20% on the Kasoa–Winneba route from June 29 if government fails to begin repairs on the deteriorating road. The warning was contained in a statement issued on June 24 by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) of the Trades Union Congress and the Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana. Operators cite worsening road conditions The transport groups said they are concerned about the poor state of the Kasoa–Winneba Road, which continues to create challenges for drivers and passengers. They recalled that during a demonstration on June 12, they gave…