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Job Seeker Jailed for Stealing Laptop at Ministry

An unemployed man, Foster Nyarko, has been sentenced to two years in prison for stealing a laptop at the Ministry of Labour, Jobs, and Employment.Nyarko, 36, had visited the ministry seeking a cleaning job but instead entered an office on the second floor and took an HP laptop worth GH₵24,745. He hid it in his backpack and left the premises.The owner, a lawyer and Director of Policy, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation at the ministry, later reported the theft. Investigations led to Nyarko’s arrest, and he confessed to selling the laptop in Takoradi.The Accra Circuit Court, presided over by Basilia Adjei-Tawiah, found him guilty of unlawful entry and theft. He was sentenced to one year for unlawful entry and two years for stealing, with both sentences running concurrently.This was not Nyarko’s first offense—he had earlier been jailed for stealing a mobile […]

Edem 4Style March 8, 2025

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Achimota School Gets GH¢1.5M Science Lab Boost from Alumni

The 1975 and 1985 year groups of Achimota Senior High School have donated science laboratory equipment worth GH¢1.5 million to enhance science education at their alma mater.The donation includes anatomical models, glassware, surveyor’s levels, and digital weighing scales, aimed at improving practical learning for the over 1,000 science students at the school.The groups also allocated funds for laboratory reagents and chemicals to support research, as part of their legacy project for the school’s 98th Founder's Day celebration.The National President of the Old Achimotans Association, Joel Edmund Nettey, urged other alumni groups to collaborate on similar initiatives for sustainable development.

Edem 4Style March 7, 2025

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Painter Caught on CCTV Stealing GH₵1M Cables from Bank of Ghana Site

A painter working on the new Bank of Ghana headquarters at Ridge, Accra, has been remanded in police custody for allegedly stealing copper cables worth GH₵1,035,500. The suspect, Ahmed Mohammed Lawal, was identified through CCTV footage and later arrested.According to prosecutors, Lawal and two accomplices—who are still at large—broke into the Energy Farm section of the construction site on February 16, 2025. Using a scaffold, they gained access and cut several bundles of copper cables before making away with them.Investigations revealed that Lawal sold his share of the stolen items at Kwame Nkrumah Circle, earning GH₵2,000. However, he was unable to assist police in tracking down his accomplices or the buyer.The court, presided over by Mrs. Sedinam Awo Kwadam, has adjourned the case to March 19, 2025, as investigations continue.

Edem 4Style March 6, 2025

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Road Closures in Accra for Ghana’s 68th Independence Day Celebration

The Ghana Police Service has announced temporary road closures in Accra as part of security measures for the country’s 68th Independence Day celebrations at the Jubilee House.According to a statement from ACP Grace Ansah-Akrofi, several roads, including Liberation Road at Opeibea Intersection and Independence Avenue at Ako-Adjei Bypass, will be blocked to vehicular traffic until the event concludes.Motorists are advised to use alternative routes, such as the Airport Bypass and Ring Road Central, to avoid congestion. The police will deploy traffic officers and towing services to ensure smooth traffic flow and remove any abandoned vehicles.The public is urged to cooperate with security officials and plan their routes accordingly to minimize disruptions during the celebrations.

Edem 4Style March 6, 2025

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Gov’t Cuts Independence Day Costs by 90%, Moves Event to Jubilee House

The government has significantly reduced the cost of Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebrations, slashing expenses to just a tenth of last year’s budget.Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, announced that the move aligns with efforts to cut unnecessary spending and redirect funds to crucial sectors.For the first time, the event will be held at Jubilee House instead of a regional capital, minimizing logistical expenses. The number of participants has also been reduced from nearly 3,600 to just over 500, including security personnel and schoolchildren.Last year’s event in Koforidua cost GH₵15 million, but this year’s scaled-down version will be significantly cheaper. Kwakye Ofosu assured that despite the reduced size, the celebration remains a priority for President Mahama, emphasizing the importance of balancing tradition with financial responsibility.The 68th Independence Day celebrations will take place on Thursday, March […]

Edem 4Style March 6, 2025

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Parliament Probes MP Over ‘Daughter of a Murderer’ Remark

Ghana’s Parliament has launched an investigation to identify the MP responsible for making an offensive remark against Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, the Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle. During a heated debate on February 4, an unidentified MP shouted, "Daughter of a murderer, sit down!", in reference to Dr. Rawlings, whose father was the late former President Jerry John Rawlings.On March 4, Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin formally apologized to Dr. Zanetor, her family, and the Anlo people, condemning the remark as dishonorable and unworthy of a lawmaker. He also warned that if the MP behind the comment does not come forward within a week, harsher sanctions will follow.The investigation is ongoing, with Parliament vowing to maintain discipline and dignity in its proceedings.

Edem 4Style March 5, 2025

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Tragic Train Accident Claims Woman’s Life in Kpone-Katamanso

A 32-year-old woman, Yahaya Jamila, lost her life in a devastating train accident at Bediako, Kpone-Katamanso, along the Tema-Mpakadan Railway Line.Eyewitnesses report that Jamila was crossing the tracks with a toddler when the accident occurred. Some suggest the child may have wandered onto the tracks, prompting her to attempt a rescue. Others believe she was wearing earphones and did not hear the train’s horn in time.The high-speed train struck her, crushing her head instantly. While the train stopped briefly, it continued its journey shortly after, leaving the tragic scene behind.Authorities, including the Community 25 Police, have begun investigations, with local leaders calling for improved railway safety measures to prevent such incidents.

Edem 4Style March 5, 2025

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Korle-Bu Battles Medical Equipment Theft, Warns Scrap Dealers

Dr. Frank Owusu Sekyere, Acting CEO of Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH), has raised alarm over rising theft of vital medical equipment, including copper pipes supplying oxygen to patients. Speaking during a media tour, he described the act as life-threatening and costly, with replacements amounting to GH₵400,000, while thieves sell stolen materials for as little as GH₵50.Recent arrests have been made, with cases reported to the police. The hospital is enhancing security by installing more CCTV cameras and hiring private security to curb the menace. Dr. Sekyere urged the public, particularly scrap dealers, to be vigilant and report suspicious activities to safeguard healthcare services.

Edem 4Style March 4, 2025

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Gifty Oware-Mensah Faces Arrest as NIB Awaits Her Arrival

Former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Scheme (NSS), Gifty Oware-Mensah, is set to return to Ghana on Tuesday afternoon, but sources indicate she will be arrested upon arrival at Kotoka International Airport.The National Investigation Bureau (NIB) is reportedly waiting to take her into custody for questioning over allegations of payroll fraud at the NSS, where ghost names were allegedly used to siphon GH₵50 million monthly.Supporters from the New Patriotic Party (NPP), under whose administration she served, are said to be mobilizing to accompany her to the NIB office.Meanwhile, the government has begun extradition efforts to bring back other key suspects who have reportedly fled the country. Recently, another former Deputy Executive Director of the NSS, Kwaku Ohene Djan, was also detained and questioned in connection with the same scandal.

Edem 4Style March 4, 2025

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BoG Warns Banks: Stop Photocopying Ghana Cards!

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a strong warning to banks, instructing them to stop photocopying customers' Ghana Cards for transactions. According to the central bank, this practice increases the risk of fraud and compromises financial security.Ashitei Trebi-Ollennu, Deputy Head of Financial Integrity at BoG, emphasized that biometric verification is the only approved method for authenticating identities in banking transactions. He stated that banks should rely on the National Identification Authority’s (NIA) biometric system instead of keeping photocopies, which could be exploited for fraudulent activities.The warning was reiterated during a forum on identity verification in financial transactions, organized by Identity Management Systems II (IMS II) Ltd in collaboration with the NIA. Industry experts at the event stressed the importance of using biometric technology to enhance security and prevent financial crimes.

Edem 4Style March 3, 2025

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