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A tragic military helicopter crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region on Wednesday, August 6, has reportedly claimed the lives of the Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. Others who have been confirmed dead in the crash are Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, and Samuel Aboagye a former Parliamentary Candidate, and Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman of NDC. The crew members are Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah. According to initial reports, the high-ranking government…

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah has announced that Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah is among the people who died in the fatal military helicopter crash. Also, the Minister for Environment, Murtala Mohammed, died in the crash. The Chief of Staff announced this to the nation at a press conference in Accra on August 6. Former Ashanti Regional Minister Samuel Sarpong, who was also on board the helicopter, also died. Others who have been confirmed dead in the crash are Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, and Samuel Aboagye a former Member of Parliament and Samuel Sarpong, Vice…

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has donated essential medical supplies and public health materials worth $36,700 to the Ministry of Health to support Ghana’s ongoing efforts in combating the Mpox outbreak. The donation comprises Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) for frontline health workers, 780 GeneXpert cartridges to enhance diagnostic capabilities, and 9,000 risk communication posters, along with 40 pull-up banners, aimed at raising public awareness and promoting community engagement. Speaking at the presentation ceremony, WHO Regional Director for Africa, Prof Mohamed Yakub Janabi, reiterated the organisation’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s public health response. He commended the government for its proactive leadership…

Thomas Partey made his first court appearance today after being formally charged with multiple counts of sexual misconduct. The 32-year-old appeared on Tuesday, August 5, at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London. He stood before Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring, with the hearing lasting roughly 15 minutes. After outlining the bail terms, the judge allowed him to leave. Partey simply said, “Thank you,” before stepping out of the courtroom. Details of Thomas Partey’s Charges Partey faces six charges from three different women. The alleged incidents span from April 2021 to February 2022. All reports were made to the police between February 2022…

Chelsea Football Club has taken a bold step regarding its roster ahead of the 2025/26 season. Nine players have been removed from their official website. The move has sparked questions about their future. It comes as new manager Enzo Maresca begins a massive overhaul of the squad. Despite being under contract, these players have been frozen out. It’s a clear message, they are no longer part of the club’s plans. Since arriving in 2024, Maresca has made sweeping changes. His goal is simple: trim the bloated squad and bring in fresh energy. So far, Chelsea have already sold or released…

The football world is in shock following the unfortunate passing of former FC Porto captain Jorge Costa, who sadly died at the age of 53. His passing, which occurred on Tuesday, August 5, has left a deep void in Portuguese football, one month after the tragic death of Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. Fans, players, and clubs are grieving the loss of a true icon. Jorge Costa dies from cardiac arrest According to Yahoo Sports, Costa died of cardiac arrest. He had reportedly felt unwell earlier in the day. At the time of his death, he…

Charles Nii Armah Mensah popularly known as Shatta Wale, has expressed disappointment in the Executive Secretary of the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) Raymond Archer. The investigative journalist is accused of raiding the home of the artiste with gun-wielding officers in search of alleged stolen vehicles. It is unclear when the invasion occurred but the controversial musician made the incident known on his social media handles on Tuesday August 5. In two posts, Shatta Wale predicted that Archer’s actions were going to send the National Democratic Congress (NDC) into opposition after four years. “Raymond Archer EOCO boss, ibi you…

The Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has announced the start of the 97th cycle of the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) Programme, which will provide bi-monthly cash transfers to over 350,000 extremely poor and vulnerable households throughout Ghana. During a press briefing in Accra, Dr. Lartey disclosed that the government has allocated a total of ₵150,162,434 for this cycle, which covers May and June 2025. This payment also includes back payments from a 25% grant increase that was introduced in the previous cycle but was not distributed at that time. A total…

A private legal practitioner Bernard Bediako Baidoo has secured the slot as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for the upcoming Akwatia by-election. He beat close competition from two other candidates after securing a total of 380 out of the total votes, on Monday August 4 at Akwatia in the Eastern Region. He was followed closely by Erasmus Koney Ali with 366 while a former Member of Parliament (MP) for the constituency Henry Yvonne Boakye garnered 226 to place third. Interestingly, what has caught the attention of many is the relationship between Baidoo and the former MP. Apparently, the…

President John Dramani Mahama, has reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to prioritising development in the Volta Region. Speaking during a courtesy call by the Volta Regional House of Chiefs at the Jubilee House, the President emphasised his administration’s dedication to inclusive governance and tangible results that address the aspirations of all Ghanaians, particularly those in the Volta Region. “It gives me great pleasure to join you today at the presidency and share some of the progress we have made since my recent thank-you tour of the Volta region. “During that memorable visit, which was the first stop on my journey…