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The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has revealed that his office was powerless to prevent former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta from leaving Ghana after the 2024 elections. Speaking on The KSM Show, Mr. Agyebeng explained that during the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) lacked the operational support needed to enforce travel restrictions. “We didn’t watch him leave; we were powerless, that is the truth. We saw him leave, but we couldn’t prevent him from leaving the airport,” he stated. He added that the situation has improved under the current government, with better cooperation…
A family of seven, including five children, has died in a tragic fire at Akyempim in the Upper Denkyira East Municipality of the Central Region. According to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), the Dunkwa-On-Offin Fire Station received a distress call around 1:04 a.m. on Saturday, November 1, 2025, and swiftly dispatched a crew to the scene. Firefighters arrived at 1:20 a.m. to find one of the bedrooms in a four-bedroom house completely engulfed in flames and locked from the outside. The team managed to bring the fire under control within minutes, but seven occupants — two adults and five…
A video circulating online shows veteran actress Rita Daniels launching a fiery tirade against her daughter’s estranged husband, Ned Nwoko, making bold claims about his character and alleged dependence on others for fame. In the video, Rita accuses Nwoko of trying to “bite the finger that fed him,” while revealing that Regina once supported his political ambitions financially. “When you were going for elections, how much did Regina give you? $50,000. They call her a gold digger — what digger? We’re the ones covering your shame,” she said. Rita Daniels further alleged that Nwoko thrives on leveraging the popularity of…
MUSIGA President and veteran musician Bessa Simons has expressed concern that Ghana’s iconic Highlife genre is losing its place among younger generations who now gravitate toward Afrobeats and Amapiano. Speaking to Graphic Showbiz, Simons said, “Highlife should be getting special attention. We have to work hard to make the youth believe in it again.” He admitted that veteran musicians, including himself, contributed to the genre’s decline by stepping back too soon, leaving fewer authentic examples for the new generation. “If we don’t act now, we risk losing one of our richest cultural legacies,” he cautioned, urging stronger efforts to preserve…
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has accused her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, of orchestrating the arrest of her siblings amid ongoing tensions between the couple. In a series of emotional posts shared via her Instagram Stories, Regina claimed her elder brother and sister had been detained, while her younger sibling was also being targeted — all allegedly on Ned Nwoko’s orders. “Someone please help me! I feel like I’m losing my mind. My big brother and big sister have been arrested, and my baby sister might be arrested soon as well — all because I refused to return and, according to…
Nigerian Grammy-winning musician Burna Boy has opened up about his spiritual journey, revealing that his quest for truth led him to convert from Christianity to Islam. In a recent conversation with content creator PlaqueBoyMax, the Afro-fusion star said that his continuous search for understanding about religion and faith has left him even more uncertain. “Growing up, I was a Christian and then I converted to Islam. It’s like I’ve studied it all, but I’m still out here trying to find out what is really going on, you know? The more I research, the more confused I get,” he said. He…
The Ghana Football Association (GFA), in collaboration with Asamoah Gyan and his representatives, will soon announce full details of a testimonial match in honor of the legendary striker. The event will serve as a fitting tribute to one of Ghana’s greatest-ever footballers — a player whose name is deeply etched in the nation’s sporting history. Affectionately known as “Baby Jet,” Asamoah Gyan is Ghana’s all-time leading goal scorer, with 51 goals in 109 appearances for the Black Stars. He also holds the record as Africa’s top scorer in FIFA World Cup history, netting six goals across three tournaments — Germany…
Nigerian music executive and Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy, has revealed that while he has the financial means to acquire a private jet, he prefers to focus on more meaningful investments and responsibilities. Speaking in a recent interview, the award-winning producer and entrepreneur explained that flaunting luxury assets is not his focus at this stage in life. Instead, he prioritizes long-term stability, family, and business growth. “I’ve been blessed enough for a long time to be able to afford any type of car I want or even buy a private jet. But I have more important things to take care…
The Serbian football community has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of Mladen Žižović, head coach of FK Radnički 1923, who passed away after reportedly suffering a heart attack during his team’s Serbian Super League match against Mladost Lučani. According to an official statement from the Serbian Football Federation, the 44-year-old Bosnian coach collapsed unexpectedly in the technical area in the 22nd minute of the game. Medical staff rushed to his aid and transported him to the hospital, but despite intensive emergency treatment, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The tragic incident left players, officials, and fans…
The Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, Hon. Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, has denied allegations that he incited residents to attack members of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) task force at Hwidiem in the Ahafo Region. In a statement issued on November 3, 2025, the MP said his presence at the scene was to help restore calm after receiving reports of a tense confrontation between security personnel and some residents. Mr. Addo explained that he was en route to a funeral at Achrensua when he was informed of military operations at a gold extraction site in Hwidiem. He contacted…