Author: Kenneth Nii Tete Annan
A horrific accident on the Offinso-Abofuor Highway in the Ashanti Region has claimed the lives of seven people, leaving a dozen others in critical condition. Eyewitnesses reported that the crash occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, January 7, 2025, between the Samproso and Awisam communities near Offinso. According to Kwadwo Obeng Mireku, an eyewitness who spoke to Adom News, a commercial bus with registration GT 5509-20, travelling from Techiman to Kumasi, collided head-on with a trailer carrying cement, registration GN 5326-22. “The trailer, loaded with cement from a factory in Samproso, stalled on the road after its engine…
A plot to kill Burkina Faso’s military leader, Capt. Ibrahim Traoré has been thwarted, the West African nation has announced. The sophisticated plan had been hatched by Lt Col Paul Henri Damiba, the military officer ousted by Traoré in September 2022, the security minister said in a late-night broadcast. “Our intelligence services intercepted this operation in the final hours. They had planned to assassinate the head of state and then strike other key institutions, including civilian personalities,” said Mahamadou Sana, further alleging that the plot had been funded from neighboring Ivory Coast. There has been no comment from either Col…
There have been widespread social media reports claiming that musician Black Sherif has been ordered by an Adentan court to pay GH¢229,500 in rent arrears. These claims have been found to be misleading, according to court documents. Contrary to the narrative, the District Court 1 at Adenta has issued no such order against the artist. Court documents show that the case, filed by Dr. Evelyn Esi Awittor, is at its preliminary stages. The hearing has been adjourned, with both parties expected to appear in court on March 3, 2026. Crucially, the subject property has been under attachment by the Accra…
Free The Youth is a crew of fashion entrepreneurs in Ghana formed in the year 2016 by Jonathan Coffie, Winfred Mensah, Richard Ormano, and Kelly Foli. The Ghanaian powerhouse collective has officially carved its name into global fashion history with exclusive collaborations alongside Nike and Jordan Brand. The Free The Youth and Air Jordan 1 Mid F&F will not see a public release only 175 pairs worldwide, making it one of the most coveted African sneaker collaborations ever. Global icons, including DJ Khaled, Sarkodie, Kofi Mole, Fabolous, Rema, and other artistes have thrown their full support behind Free The Youth,…
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has urged that the Bank of Ghana be shielded from political interference, emphasising the importance of safeguarding the central bank’s independence and integrity. He made the call during a courtesy visit to the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Johnson Asiama, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Describing the BoG as a critical national institution whose mandate affects every citizen, the Asantehene urged political actors to exercise restraint in their dealings with the central bank. “This is a unique institution with a mandate that ultimately affects every citizen of the land. Ideally, this citadel should…
Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has attributed the sharp decline in inflation to sustained fiscal and monetary discipline, improved food supply conditions, and strong coordination between key state institutions. According to the Governor, the progress achieved was deliberate and policy-driven. “Certainly, Nana, these have not happened by accident; it is the result of sustained monetary discipline that we brought on board, the improved food supply conditions that existed throughout 2025, and the closer coordination across key policy institutions, particularly the Bank of Ghana and the Ministry of Finance,” he said. Dr Asiama made the remarks on…
The quarter-final line-up for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is now complete following victories for the Ivory Coast and Algeria. Algeria edged DR Congo 1–0 after extra time in Rabat, with substitute Anis Boulbina scoring the decisive goal in the 119th minute to seal their place in the last eight. The win sets up a quarter-final clash against Nigeria. Nigeria had earlier secured their quarter-final ticket on Monday night with a convincing 4–0 win over Mozambique, as Victor Osimhen scored twice to send the Super Eagles through. Senegal, Mali, Morocco, Cameroon, and Egypt had already booked their…
Antoine Semenyo is set to have a medical at Manchester City and his move is expected to be completed before Saturday. City have agreed to meet Semenyo’s £65m release clause, which must be activated by 10 January. The Bournemouth winger is due to have his medical after the Cherries’ game against Tottenham on Wednesday (19:30 GMT). Despite interest from five clubs including Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham, City are the only team to have made formal contact with Bournemouth. “I think it could be the last game,” said Cherries manager Andoni Iraola before his side hosts Spurs. “That is my personal opinion, but there is nothing agreed and nothing signed.…
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, that Venezuela would provide 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S. and pledged to use the proceeds from the sale of this oil “to benefit the people” of both countries. Interim authorities in Venezuela will turn over “sanctioned oil”, Trump said on Truth Social. The US will use the proceeds “to benefit the people of Venezuela and the United States!” he wrote. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has been directed to “execute this plan, immediately,” and the barrels “will be taken by storage ships, and brought directly to…
Internationally acclaimed Ghanaian singer Amaarae has showered high praise on reggae-dancehall star Stonebwoy, describing him as one of the hardest-working artists in the music industry. According to Amaarae, no one hustles harder than Stonebwoy, whose consistency, discipline, and dedication to his craft continue to set him apart both locally and on the global stage. She noted that the BHIM Nation president never relaxes, constantly pushing boundaries to elevate Ghanaian music beyond the continent. Amaarae highlighted Stonebwoy’s relentless drive, pointing to his steady stream of music releases, international collaborations, world tours, and performances on major global platforms as proof of his…