Author: Lamisi
The Ghana Police Service has launched investigations into the death of 16-year-old Ransford Owusu, a junior footballer at Siano Soccer Academy in Accra, who was allegedly sexually abused by his coach. According to a statement from the Police Public Affairs Directorate, preliminary investigations revealed that Owusu’s mother, Ama Asantewaa, reported to the Amasaman Police that her son had fallen ill and passed away on February 28, 2025. She claimed that prior to his death, Ransford had confided in her that his coach, identified as Anyass Ibrahim, had sexually assaulted him. The case was subsequently transferred to the Homicide Unit of…
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed that the fire outbreak at Achimota Abofu in Accra on Thursday, November 6, was caused by negligence after someone reportedly left soup boiling on fire and went to church. According to the Accra Regional Fire Commander, ACFO Rashid Kwame Nisawu, the incident started in a metal container that was being used for cooking and quickly spread to nearby shops selling assorted drinks and other goods. “This is a very straightforward story. Someone was cooking, left the soup on fire, and went to church. By the time they returned, the place was in…
Organizers of Stonebwoy’s annual BHIM Concert have announced a new date for this year’s edition. Initially slated for December 26, the event will now take place on Tuesday, December 24, 2025, at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre. The change, according to management, is to ensure better coordination and fan experience during the festive season. The BHIM Concert, which has become one of Ghana’s biggest year-end musical events, brings together thousands of music lovers and top artistes from across Africa and beyond. This year’s edition promises a vibrant celebration of Ghanaian music and culture, with Stonebwoy expected…
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has reaffirmed its commitment to seeking justice for a 16-year-old footballer, Ransford Owusu Ansah, who was allegedly sexually abused by his coach, Ibrahim Anyass, at the Siano Soccer Academy in Amasaman. In a statement issued on Friday, November 7, 2025, the Ministry said it took immediate interest in the case following reports of the abuse and subsequent death of the young footballer. According to the Ministry, preliminary findings revealed that the victim had been under the care of the coach for the past three years, during which he was allegedly subjected to…
More than 1,400 people have signed an online petition calling for justice for Ransford Owusu Ansah, a 16-year-old footballer who allegedly suffered repeated sexual abuse by his coach at the Siano Soccer Academy in Amasaman, Accra. Launched on Change.org on Thursday, November 6, 2025, the petition urges agencies, including the Ghana Football Association (GFA), the Ghana Police Service (GPS) and the Attorney‑General’s Department to arrest and prosecute the coach, Ibrahim Anyass, and suspend the academy until an investigation is completed. According to the petition, Ransford’s ordeal began after he joined the academy, where he was allegedly subjected to years of…
The Management of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has confirmed that it is still in search of strategic investors for three of its hotels — La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Elmina Beach Resort, and Busua Beach Resort. Director-General of SSNIT, Kwesi Afreh Biney, disclosed this when he appeared before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on Friday, November 7, 2025. Asked whether all these hotels are struggling, he said, “Honorable Chair, all three hotels are struggling.” Asked again whether they are still in the business of looking for a strategic investor, he added, “Yes, we are seeking a…
The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has unveiled a series of major reforms aimed at improving access, affordability, and equity in tertiary education as part of President John Dramani Mahama’s Reset Agenda. In a statement issued on November 7, 2025, and signed by Dr. Saajida Shiraz, CEO of the Fund, the SLTF said the new measures are in line with the President’s directive for student loan amounts to be revised and for complementary initiatives to ease financial stress on tertiary students. Key Reforms Announced 1. Introduction of Students Loan Plus: A new loan package, dubbed Students Loan Plus, has been…
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced plans for all its presidential aspirants to sign a peace pact ahead of the upcoming presidential primaries. The decision, according to the Presidential Elections Committee of the party, is to ensure a peaceful, transparent and fair process before, during, and after the elections. In a statement released in Accra, the Committee said the peace accord is part of efforts to promote party unity and uphold the NPP’s democratic values. The signing ceremony is expected to be witnessed by senior party officials, the clergy, and representatives from the National Peace Council. The Committee explained…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that the African Development Bank (AfDB) has pledged its support for several flagship initiatives under the Mahama administration. According to him, the projects set to benefit from AfDB’s backing include the Big Push, the 24-Hour Economy Policy, Feed Ghana, and the 1-Million Coders program. Mr. Ablakwa made this known after holding a meeting with Eyerusalem Fasika, the Country Manager of AfDB, on Thursday, November 6. He described the engagement as “very good,” revealing that the AfDB has just approved a US$70 million grant to support youth empowerment initiatives targeted at…
The Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Professor Nana Ama Klutse, has revealed that the accident involving journalists and EPA staff occurred while they were fleeing from armed illegal miners during an operation near Obuasi in the Ashanti Region. Speaking on the Ghana Tonight show on TV3 on Thursday, November 6, Professor Klutse said the team was conducting a three-week enforcement exercise aimed at clamping down on suppliers and service providers who facilitate illegal mining activities, especially those polluting water bodies. According to her, the team had earlier closed several shops at Anhwia Nkwanta and was heading…