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As Ghana’s Economic Ship Finally Steadies. In a rare piece of good news for Ghanaian households battered by years of economic turbulence, the nation’s inflation rate has plummeted to a four-year low of 12.1% in July 2025. This significant drop, revealed by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), marks the lowest figure since October 2021 and signals a potential turning point in the country’s protracted battle against soaring prices. The July figure, a dramatic decrease from June’s 13.7%, marks a 1.6 percentage point drop and reinforces a seven-month streak of disinflation. It’s a remarkable recovery from the peak of 23.8% recorded…

Over stolen Lambu Banter with EOCO. GHANAIAN dancehall sensation Shatta Wale has sensationally threatened to invoke a powerful deity to prove his innocence after his luxury Lamborghini was seized by police. The flamboyant musician, real name Charles Nii Armah Mensah, declared he would travel to Kumasi and call upon the dreaded Antoa deity if authorities dare to suggest he is lying. “If they take whatever I said beyond the Bible and someone says I’m lying, I swear, we’ll go to Kumasi to see Antoa,” the star roared in a viral video. The shocking development comes after the Economic and Organised…

The Executive Director of the Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS), Mr. Enoch Obengfo Kwasi Gyetuah, has praised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government for acknowledging the role of private education in the country by including them in the Free Senior High School Policy. He stated that Ghana’s education cannot be defined without the input of private schools, so he welcomes this new development to ensure that private schools can benefit from the policy. Mr. Gyetuah disclosed that at least 60 private schools have begun the pilot project, and more private schools will be added in the future as…

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…