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Bryan Acheampong Announces Bid to Lead NPP in 2028 Abetifi MP and Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has officially declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer position ahead of the 2028 general elections. He made the announcement at a community event in his constituency. Speaking to supporters, Dr. Acheampong said he is ready to lead the party into the future and serve the country at the highest level. “I believe the time has come to bring new energy, innovation, and leadership to our great party and to Ghana as a whole. I am…
A 38-year-old pastor, Wisdom Kwame Adu, also known as “Agya,” has been granted bail of GH¢150,000 with two sureties one of which must be backed by landed property for allegedly stealing from his deceased friend. Pastor Adu is accused of taking personal belongings and valuables from the home of a close friend who had recently passed away. According to police reports, the incident happened shortly after the friend’s death, raising eyebrows among the family and community members. The pastor was arrested after a formal complaint was filed by the late friend’s relatives, who claim Pastor Adu unlawfully entered the deceased’s…
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has firmly shut down an online troll who questioned her looks. A Twitter user attempted to undermine her beauty, claiming, “Pictures dey make some people fine oo, Tiwa is not this beautiful in real life.” Tiwa wasted no time clapping back. “You wish. I’m even better in real life. Just say you wish to meet me in person, but shume go catch you, you no go fit talk,” she confidently replied. Her sharp response quickly went viral, with fans praising her for handling the situation with grace and confidence. Many applauded her for standing up…
Organisers of the Unifest concert at the Takoradi Mall have addressed the controversy surrounding Black Sherif’s delayed performance, which sparked fan outrage on June 22, 2025. Fans, upset by the wait, pelted Black Sherif with water sachets during his short performance. However, event promoters have now revealed what caused the delay. 🚨ICYMI🇬🇭🎶😡: Fans in Takoradi pelted Black Sherif with water sachets after he reportedly showed up nearly 10 hours late for a concert billed for 7PM.Per eyewitness @iamMrMarfo1, he performed at 5AM for just 30 mins, calling it “disrespectful.”Team Blacko is yet to respond. pic.twitter.com/EkPzr1nBjN— Ölele | Building OSN (@OleleSalvador)…
Iran has executed Mohammad-Amin Mahdavi Shayesteh on charges of “intelligence cooperation with a foreign government,” marking the second hanging in two days. The announcement was made by Iran’s judiciary on Monday, underscoring a recent intensification in the country’s handling of security-related cases. According to the judiciary’s statement, Shayesteh was convicted of working with foreign intelligence services and providing sensitive information that allegedly endangered national security. The statement did not specify which foreign country he was accused of cooperating with. This comes just a day after another individual was executed on similar charges, signaling what appears to be a new wave…
SpaceX Starship 36 Explodes During Test at Starbase SpaceX faced another major setback on Wednesday night when Starship 36 exploded during a ground test. The incident took place at the company’s Starbase launch site in Brownsville, Texas. Static Fire Test The test was part of a routine procedure known as a static fire. In this process, the rocket is fully fueled and its engines are briefly fired while it remains secured to the launch pad. These tests are critical for checking systems before actual launches. No Injuries Reported The explosion occurred just after 11:00 p.m. local time (9:00 p.m. PDT…
President Donald Trump announced on Monday night that a ceasefire agreement has been reached between Israel and Iran, expressing hope that the deal will bring an end to the ongoing military tensions between the two longtime rivals. Speaking at a press event, Trump said, “We have successfully brokered a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. I believe this will end all military hostilities between the two countries, and bring some much-needed peace to the region.” The announcement follows weeks of rising tension and back-and-forth attacks between Israel and Iran, raising global fears of a broader Middle East conflict. Trump, who has…
20 Years of YouTube: How a Zoo Video Sparked a Global Creative Revolution Twenty years ago, on April 23, 2005, a grainy 18-second clip of YouTube co-founder Jawed Karim standing in front of elephants at the San Diego Zoo became the platform’s first uploaded video. Titled Me at the Zoo, it was casual, unrehearsed, and completely ordinary. Yet that moment launched one of the most influential platforms in internet history—one that has since redefined entertainment, culture, and how we communicate. Originally conceived as a video-based dating site, YouTube quickly outgrew its original mission. Instead, it created a new digital era,…
Ghanaian musician Arathejay has opened up about his decision to reveal his face in his music productions after initially choosing to remain anonymous. In an interview on Daybreak Hitz with Doreen Avio, Arathejay explained that while he still believes music should focus more on message than image, visuals play an important role in connecting with audiences. “Initially, I didn’t want anybody to see me, but after discussions with my team, I realized there has to be an image to complement the songs,” he said. The artist revealed that his initial anonymity was intentional, aiming to ensure fans concentrated on his…
Socrates Safo Applauds NDC’s Support for Creative Arts, Slams NPP for Neglect Ghanaian filmmaker and outspoken NPP supporter Socrates Safo has reignited debate over how political parties treat the country’s creative arts sector. In a recent interview on Okay FM, he openly praised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for embracing creatives and criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for sidelining them. Safo said the NPP often refuses to offer creatives leadership roles because they lack formal academic qualifications. He believes this mindset limits the party’s ability to tap into the sector’s full potential. “When the NPP was in power, creatives…