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Mohammed Kudus Reaches 50 Premier League Appearances with West Ham.

Ghanaian footballer Mohammed Kudus has achieved a milestone of 50 Premier League appearances for West Ham United. Kudus played the full 90 minutes in a 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace on January 18, 2025. This season, the forward has scored three goals and provided one assist across 17 matches. In his debut season, he had an impressive record of 18 goals and seven assists in 48 appearances. Despite not scoring in this match, Kudus remains a key player for the Hammers, helping increase their appeal in the English Premier League.

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Over 200 Flee Nkwanta Amid Renewed Violence.

Around 200 residents have fled Nkwanta, the capital of the Nkwanta South Municipality, to nearby safe areas like Pampawie and Ahamansu in the Kadjebi District following violent clashes. These areas, which border Nkwanta, have become refuges for those escaping the violence. Eyewitnesses claim the conflict began during a funeral when armed men attacked the gathering. Seven people have been killed, and several properties, including homes and shops, have been destroyed. The military and police have been deployed, patrolling the deserted streets, while displaced individuals continue to seek safety. Locals are urging for a peaceful resolution to the longstanding ethnic disputes fueling the violence.

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Sekondi Market Traders to Close Early to Prevent Fires.

In a proactive move to prevent fire outbreaks, traders in Sekondi market have agreed to close by 5 PM daily, with all ignition sources and cooking fires to be turned off before the deadline. This decision comes in response to a spate of destructive fires in markets across Ghana.Nana Krah, the Queen Mother of Sekondi Market, confirmed the new measure, which aligns with the President's directives. The Ghana Fire Service, along with other security personnel, will be conducting regular patrols to ensure compliance and prevent any potential fire outbreaks.As part of the safety measures, the Fire Service is also monitoring the market for faulty wiring. Nana Krah has urged all traders to strictly follow the new guidelines to safeguard the market and ensure the well-being of everyone involved.

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Four Moroccan Truck Drivers Go Missing on Burkina-Niger Border.

our Moroccan truck drivers have disappeared while crossing the dangerous border between Burkina Faso and Niger, a region plagued by jihadist activity. The drivers, traveling in three trucks, set off without a security escort after waiting a week in Dori, Burkina Faso. Their destination was Tera in Niger.The area is a known hotspot for militant activity, as both Niger and Burkina Faso grapple with insurgencies by groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIS. The Moroccan embassy in Burkina Faso, in collaboration with local authorities, is working to locate the missing drivers.According to Echarki El Hachmi, Secretary General of Morocco's transporters' union, the trucks had departed Casablanca weeks earlier, carrying infrastructure equipment. He called for enhanced security measures to protect Moroccan truckers in high-risk zones, noting a prior attack on Moroccan trucks near the Malian border with Mauritania earlier this month, though […]

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Nii Lante Vanderpuye: Ghana’s Boxing Legends Deserve Statues, Not Akufo-Addo.

Former Youth and Sports Minister, Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has called for Ghana's iconic boxers to be honored with statues, instead of outgoing President Akufo-Addo, who recently unveiled a statue of himself. Speaking in Parliament, Vanderpuye argued that legends like Eddie Blay, Prince Amartey, and Ike Quartey deserve recognition for their achievements, which have long been overlooked. He emphasized the importance of such monuments to inspire future generations. Vanderpuye's remarks followed widespread criticism of Akufo-Addo's self-honor, with the MP suggesting that a statue of Eddie Blay would better serve the Western Region.

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Forest Fire Devastates Mountain Afadjato, Threatens Livelihoods.

A severe forest fire has destroyed much of the vegetation on Ghana's tallest mountain, Afadjato, disrupting tourism in the scenic Liati-Wote community at its base. The fire, which lasted three days, also ravaged cocoa, coffee, and food crop farms, leaving residents devastated. Wildlife such as antelopes, tortoises, and butterflies perished in the flames, leaving the once-lush mountain barren and charred.The community’s chief, Togbe Kordadza V, blamed the disaster on careless charcoal burning, exacerbated by harmattan winds. While tourism activities have resumed, the incident threatens Liati-Wote's rising popularity, which saw 8,834 tourists visit in 2024. Challenges like water shortages and poor roads add to the community’s woes. To prevent future disasters, locals are considering forming a vigilante group to monitor the mountain.

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St Vincent College Principal Resigns Amid Appointment Controversy.

Prof. Jonas Kwabla Fiadzawoo, Principal of St Vincent College of Education in Yendi, has resigned just two months after his controversial appointment, which led to the closure of the college. In his resignation letter to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), Prof. Fiadzawoo cited the community's disapproval of his appointment as the reason for stepping down, emphasizing the importance of respecting local sentiments.The college had been shut down on the orders of the Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari II, following protests against the board’s decision to appoint Prof. Fiadzawoo instead of a local candidate. The Overlord had advocated for prioritizing Dagomba candidates to address concerns of marginalization.Despite a promise by the governing board to consider local applicants, the appointment of Prof. Fiadzawoo on November 27, 2024, went against the Overlord’s recommendation. Consequently, staff were ordered to vacate the college premises […]

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Franklin Cudjoe Questions Mahama’s Use of Brother’s Private Jet.

The founder of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has raised concerns about the transparency of President John Mahama's use of a private jet owned by his brother, Ibrahim Mahama, for official trips to Senegal and The Gambia.In a Facebook post on January 19, 2025, Mr. Cudjoe acknowledged Acting Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu’s claim that taxpayers bore no cost due to Ibrahim’s generosity. However, he questioned the legal and ethical implications, asking whether the arrangement was classified as a gift and properly declared, as required by Ghanaian law.Cudjoe also pointed out Ghana’s history of governance lapses, comparing it to previous administrations’ actions, which left the nation with economic challenges. He emphasized the need for accountability in public office and proposed performance tracking systems to evaluate government officials' effectiveness.Additionally, he highlighted the importance of thorough vetting of ministerial nominees in critical sectors […]

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Controversy Halts Vetting of Ministerial Nominees.

Ghana politics, vetting controversy, ministerial nominees, Parliamentary Appointments Committee, Kwame Governs Agbodza, minority-majority clash, Ghana parliament news, roads minister designate, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Bernard Ahiafo. 4o The vetting of ministerial nominees by Ghana’s Parliamentary Appointments Committee came to an unexpected halt due to disagreements between the minority and majority members. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin raised a constitutional concern regarding the absence of an executive secretary to oversee the process, sparking heated exchanges. Chairman Bernard Ahiafo suspended the session for five minutes to allow for internal discussions, though tensions remained high. As the proceedings resumed, Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, faced a two-hour delay in being vetted. The controversy highlights the ongoing friction in Ghana’s political landscape during the vetting process.

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President Mahama Orders Probe into Fatal AngloGold Ashanti Mine Clash.

President John Dramani Mahama has initiated an urgent investigation into the violent clash at AngloGold Ashanti's Obuasi mine that left eight illegal miners dead. In a statement on January 19, 2025, the Presidency expressed sorrow over the tragic incident and emphasized the need for justice.The violent altercation occurred on the night of January 18, when approximately 60 armed illegal miners breached the mine’s security. According to the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), the miners fired on military personnel, who returned fire in self-defense, killing seven miners and injuring one. One soldier was also injured in the clash but has since been treated.President Mahama has directed security forces to restore calm in the area and prevent future confrontations. He also tasked AngloGold Ashanti with covering medical expenses for the injured and assisting with burial arrangements for the deceased.The government has assured the […]

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