Author: Lamisi
On Monday, October 6, 2025, the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) Task Force conducted a significant operation targeting the notorious “Gangway” enclave in Aboso, located within the Prestea-Huni Valley District of the Western Region. This area has been a known hotspot for illegal mining activities, drug abuse, and other criminal behaviors. During the operation, the Task Force dismantled numerous makeshift structures that served as hideouts and drug bases. They also seized various pieces of mining equipment used in illegal operations. Several individuals involved in illegal mining, gambling, drug use, and narcotics trading surrendered to the authorities. Additionally, eleven parcels…
Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, appeared before the Accra High Court (Criminal Division) on Tuesday, October 7, to face six charges relating to illegal mining activities. The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and his company, Akonta Mining Limited, pleaded not guilty to all charges brought against them. The charges allege breaches of the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), as amended by the Minerals and Mining (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 995). Specifically, Wontumi is accused of allowing unlicensed mining within his company’s concession and assigning mineral rights without the required approval from the…
President John Dramani Mahama has rewarded the University for Development Studies (UDS) football team with GH¢500,000 following their historic victory at the 2025 FISU World University Games. The President made the announcement when the team visited the Jubilee House to present their trophy. He praised the players and coaching staff for their determination and teamwork, describing the victory as a proud moment for Ghana and the African continent. UDS made history as the first African university to win the World University Football Cup, defeating defending champions Paulista University of Brazil 2–1 in extra time. The Ghanaian side showed remarkable resilience…
Billie Eilish and Pablo Picasso may have long full names, but neither comes close to Australian man Laurence Watkins, who legally changed his name to include more than 2,000 middle names, earning him a Guinness World Record. Born in New Zealand, Laurence made history in March 1990 when he added 2,253 unique words to his legal name, setting the record for the world’s longest personal name. He said he had always been fascinated by unusual world records and wanted to hold one himself. “I read the Guinness World Records book from cover to cover to see if there was a…
A house fire that killed a six-year-old girl in Leicester was caused by a vape left charging in her bedroom, according to details presented at a hearing. Chamiah Brindley, known as Miah, died after the blaze broke out in the early hours of September 10, 2024, at her home on Bedale Drive. Investigations revealed that the lithium-ion battery of a vape pen overheated and caught fire while it was plugged in inside the attic room she shared with an older sibling. Family members tried to reach the child after breaking down the door to her room but were forced back…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned planned student-led pro-Palestinian protests on October 7, describing them as un-British. The date marks the second anniversary of the 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel, which left around 1,200 people dead and triggered the ongoing war in Gaza. Starmer’s comments were published in The Times, where he urged students to show restraint and respect on a day of remembrance. He warned that demonstrations on such a date could inflame divisions and contribute to antisemitic tensions. The planned marches are set to take place at multiple universities across the UK, including London, Manchester, and Birmingham.…
U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed that embattled rapper and music executive Sean “Diddy” Combs has reached out to him for a presidential pardon. Speaking with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on Monday, October 6, President Trump was asked whether he would consider pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein. In his response, he said, “A lot of people have asked me for pardons,” adding that Combs was among them. Combs was sentenced on Friday, October 3, to more than four years in prison after being convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was acquitted on…
In an unprecedented political move, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned on October 6, 2025, just 27 days after his appointment, making his tenure the shortest in the history of the Fifth Republic. His resignation came hours after unveiling his new cabinet, plunging France into fresh political uncertainty. Mr. Lecornu cited growing political deadlock and opposition resistance as reasons for stepping down. His cabinet faced backlash over austerity measures and controversial appointments, including the reappointment of key ministers opposed by coalition allies. This move prompted a withdrawal of support from important partners, deepening the crisis. The resignation marks the fourth…
The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi has been granted bail of GHC 1 million in connection with a galamsey-related case involving his company, Akonta Mining. Wontumi appeared before the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Accra on Monday, October 6, 2025, after being directed by the Attorney-General to report for his charges to be read. Failure to report, the Attorney-General had warned, would result in his arrest. Investigations into Akonta Mining, which Wontumi owns, began earlier this year following allegations that the company was engaged in illegal small-scale mining…
Actress and entrepreneur Imisi has emerged the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, walking away with the ₦150 million grand prize, which includes ₦80 million in cash and a brand-new SUV. The grand finale aired on Sunday, October 5, 2025, bringing a dramatic close to a season filled with twists and unforgettable moments. After 72 days in the BBNaija house, the 23-year-old secured victory with 42.8% of the final votes, surpassing fellow finalists Dede and Koyin, who finished as first and second runners-up respectively. Imisi’s gameplay was defined by her authenticity, emotional depth, and strategic approach, which earned her…