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By Philip Antoh In a daring operation at the Tadzewu-Mitsrikasa Police checkpoint early on Friday morning, the Volta Regional Police Command intercepted a significant cache of war-bond ammunition destined for Benin from a commercial bus. The Hyundai passenger bus, bearing registration number GR 8246-Q, was en route from Accra to Benin when police officers discovered the illicit cargo concealed beneath the passengers’ luggage. A staggering 60 cartons of AAA cartridges, totaling 15,000 rounds, and 72 cartons of BB cartridges, amounting to 18,000 rounds, were uncovered during a routine inspection. The driver, Abasou Fousseni, aged 45, and his co-driver, Salisu Jalilu,…

…as government kicks Anti-Narcotics Operation in action The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) launched a successful operation targeting illegal drug activities in the Madina Market and Redco flat areas. The crackdown, aimed at apprehending individuals involved in trading Red and other narcotics, resulted in the seizure of a significant amount of illicit substances. During the operation, law enforcement officials raided various locations, uncovering hidden bunkers used for illegal activities. Multiple suspects were detained, and thorough searches of the premises were conducted. Among the items confiscated were numerous packages of local and foreign cannabis, a cocaine-heroin mixture, Tima King 250, and cannabis-laced…

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican has announced. The pontiff, who was Bishop of Rome and head of the Catholic Church, became pope in 2013 after his predecessor Benedict XVI resigned. In recent years, his papacy had been marked by several hospital visits and concerns about his health. On 14 February, the Pope was admitted to hospital for bronchitis treatment. In the days that followed, the Vatican said he had been diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia and that he had blood transfusions after tests revealed he had low levels of platelets in his blood, which is associated with anaemia. On 22 February, it said the Pope…

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88, the Vatican has said. “This morning at 07:35 local time (05:35 GMT) the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father,” Cardinal Kevin Farrell said in the statement, which was published by the Vatican on its Telegram channel. His death comes after he appeared at the Vatican’s St Peter’s Square on Sunday to wish “Happy Easter” to thousands of worshippers. Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, was discharged from hospital last month after five weeks of…

In a moment that’s got the whole Ghanaian music scene buzzing, Sarkodie, Africa’s most decorated rapper, has extended a powerful co-sign to emerging artist Keddi—and the internet can’t get enough. It all started with a freestyle. No flashy visuals. No major studio. Just Keddi, raw, real, and rapping in Ga with so much fire that it felt like the city of Accra itself was speaking through him. His verse wasn’t just technically sharp—it was emotionally charged, culturally rich, and undeniably magnetic. The video made its way onto X (formerly Twitter) and soon caught the eyes of Ghana’s rap king himself.…

In a bold move to protect the country’s natural resources, the Forestry Commission, has teamed up with the Ghana Police Service to raid six illegal mining sites in Samreboi in the Western North Region of Ghana. The operation, which took place on Thursday, April 17, 2025, resulted in the arrest of 26 individuals, including 16 Chinese nationals, two Koreans, and 18 Ghanaians. Considered as one of the biggest operations in the country’s fight against illegal mining, the raid began at 5 a.m. and lasted for a whopping 12 hours, yielding significant results. The joint task force of Ghana Police and…

Former legal advisor to ex-president Kufuor, Victoria Bright, has slammed the NPP for criticizing President John Mahama’s administration as incompetent. Bright suggests that instead of slinging mud, the NPP should focus on reorganizing their party. In her view, the NPP’s rush to judge the government reflects poorly on their own recent election defeat. Bright points out that Ghanaians recognized the failures of the previous administration and voted accordingly. The NPP’s criticism escalated after receiving a report on their 2024 election loss, with claims that they were gearing up to challenge the “incompetent government”. However, Bright urges them to reflect on…

His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Al Mandoos, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Ghana, today hosted a high‑level business meeting with Mr. Abdul‑Razak Yakubu, Chief Executive Officer of Eklips Investment Ghana Ltd. Mr. Yakubu was accompanied by his senior leadership team: Head Legal, Lawyer Silas Osabutey; Head of Business Development, Nadia Owusu; Climate Finance Consultant, Letitia Adu Ampoma; and Head of International Partnerships, Sivietar Annang. Eklips Investment Ghana Ltd. is the sub‑region’s Trade Facilitation Expert, serving as a bridge between local Ghanaian businesses and foreign counterparts. The delegation and Ambassador Al Mandoos explored strategic partnerships designed to accelerate two‑way trade and investment…

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that Ghana will host a special meeting of ECOWAS heads of state and Council of Ministers in Accra on April 22-23, 2025, as part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations During a press briefing, Hon Ablakwa stated that the anniversary launch will be more than just a ceremonial occasion; it will serve as a strategic moment to recognize the accomplishments of ECOWAS over the last fifty years. The meeting will include all Foreign Affairs and Finance Ministers from member states to discuss the departure of Mali, Burkina…

Celebrating the occasions of Easter and Orthodox Easter this month between the 18 and 21 April, Emirates will be serving traditional lamb and an array of chocolate desserts in the lounges, hot cross buns and Easter bread onboard, sweet surprises for kids, and all the latest and greatest new family-friendly movies on ice. Easter treats served onboard From 18-20 April, Emirates customers flying in every class to Auckland, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, Ghana, Hong Kong, Mauritius, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, UK and USA will enjoy a sumptuous selection of Easter treats onboard from hot cross buns to Easter bread,…