Author: Lamisi
A UK court has sentenced five men to a combined over 20 years in prison for their roles in a romance fraud and money laundering scheme that defrauded victims of more than £2 million. The convicted men include Kwabena Edusei (37), Michael Quartey (28), and Ebenezer Tackie (42), all Ghanaian nationals, as well as George Melseaux (40), a Belgian, and Fawaz Ali (27), a British citizen. According to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), the group operated between 2017 and 2024, creating fake online dating profiles to lure victims into relationships before exploiting them financially. Victims were persuaded to transfer money…
Ghanaian music sensation Epixode has achieved a significant milestone as his socially conscious track “Chooboi” has been officially accepted for consideration by the Recording Academy for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. The news was confirmed by the artist himself through his social media channels, sparking excitement among fans and music industry observers. The Grammy Awards are widely regarded as the highest honor in the music world, celebrating outstanding achievements across genres and cultures. Being approved for consideration does not guarantee a nomination, but it marks an important step in the journey and places “Chooboi” on the radar of Grammy voters.…
Elon Musk has officially become the first person in history to reach a net worth of $500 billion, marking an unprecedented milestone in the world of wealth and technology. The announcement was confirmed by Forbes on October 1, 2025, following a sharp rebound in Tesla’s stock price, which has surged more than 14% this year. Tesla’s recent performance played a key role in Musk’s fortune leap. On a single day, Tesla shares rose 3.3%, adding over $6 billion to Musk’s net worth. Analysts attribute the jump partly to Musk’s own decision to purchase $1 billion worth of Tesla stock, signaling…
A recent statement from a Trump administration adviser has stirred controversy ahead of the 2026 Super Bowl. Corey Lewandowski, a former Trump campaign manager and adviser to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, said during an interview on The Benny Show that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could be present at the halftime performance by Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny. Lewandowski argued that the administration’s strict stance on immigration means there would be no “safe haven”, even at major public events like the Super Bowl for undocumented immigrants. His comments come amid Bad Bunny’s history of expressing concerns about ICE…
Ghana’s Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has urged five distinguished Ghanaians to continue serving as global ambassadors for the nation. The Minister made the call on October 1, 2025, during a ceremony in Accra to present diplomatic passports to five individuals recognized for their outstanding contributions in diverse fields. The recipients were travelling vlogger Wode Maya, Grammy-nominated reggae artist Rocky Dawuni, broadcaster and entrepreneur Anita Erskine, contemporary visual artist Ibrahim Mahama, and British Ghanaian entrepreneur Dentaa Amoateng MBE. In his remarks, Mr. Ablakwa said the gesture was not just a formality but a recognition of the…
The Foreign Affairs Ministry has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that every region in the country has a passport application centre by the end of this year. The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, made the announcement on October 1, 2025, during a ceremony in Accra where diplomatic passports were presented to five distinguished Ghanaians. The event honoured travel vlogger Wode Maya, Grammy-nominated reggae artist Rocky Dawuni, broadcaster and entrepreneur Anita Erskine, contemporary visual artist Ibrahim Mahama, and British-Ghanaian entrepreneur Dentaa Amoateng MBE. Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Ablakwa noted that although Ghana currently has 13…
President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that the country’s agreement with the United States on the deportation of West African migrants does not in any way undermine Ghana’s sovereignty, security, or stability. Speaking during an engagement on Tuesday, October 1, 2025, Mahama emphasized that the arrangement was reached with Ghana’s national interest in mind. He noted that while Ghana has agreed to facilitate the reception of certain West African nationals deported from the U.S., strict measures are in place to ensure that only those without criminal backgrounds are considered. The President dismissed suggestions that the country was becoming a…
The Bono East Regional Police Command has arrested a man for operating an unlicensed clinic in his residence at Yeji Zongo in the Bono East Region. The suspect, identified as Hanson Osei, was arrested on September 28, 2025, after police acting on intelligence proceeded to his home, where he had converted a chamber and hall room into a clinic. A search of the premises uncovered several used clinical items, including needles, malaria injection bottles, infusion rubber sachets, and other medical materials. During interrogation, the suspect admitted that he had been operating the clinic for the past 11 years without authorization…
Snapchat has announced a major change to its Memories feature, confirming through the Snap Newsroom that unlimited free storage will be restricted to 5GB. Users who exceed this limit will now need to pay for additional cloud storage. The company explained that the move is designed to make the service more sustainable while providing flexible options for users. New subscription tiers will include 100GB, 250GB (for Snapchat+ users), and up to 5TB for premium subscribers. To ease the transition, Snap says there will be a 12-month grace period for existing users whose Memories already exceed the free 5GB limit. Within…
Ghanaian Dancehall/Reggae artist Stonebwoy, has addressed recent online discussions regarding a social media post he made following Sarkodie’s Rapperholic concert. The post, in which he described his own 2023 show as “historic,” sparked mixed reactions and speculation of rivalry between the two artistes. Stonebwoy, however, has moved to clear the air. He emphasized that he and Sarkodie have always maintained mutual respect and support for one another’s work. He further revealed that he actively promoted Sarkodie’s Rapperholic concert ahead of the event, demonstrating their solidarity. Speaking about the “historic” comment, Stonebwoy stated that it was never intended to undermine Sarkodie…