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Driver Caught on CCTV Stealing Phones Faces Court Charges.

A 20-year-old driver, Kwabena Gyimah, nicknamed "69," has been arraigned before an Accra Circuit Court for stealing mobile phones from a journalist and two others at Sakumono, Community 17.Captured on CCTV, Gyimah was seen entering the journalist’s property, leading to three charges of unlawful entry and stealing. His accomplice, known as “Coded,” remains at large.The court, presided over by Mr. Samuel Bright Acquah, granted Gyimah a GHC 50,000 bail with three sureties and ordered weekly reporting to the police. The case has been adjourned to February 4, 2025.Police investigations recovered one stolen phone from a shop at Kwame Nkrumah Circle, while Gyimah admitted in his statement to selling all the stolen items to “Coded.”

Edem 4Style January 17, 2025

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COCOBOD Seizes Smuggled Cocoa and Lumber Trucks in Bono Region.

The Bono Regional office of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) recently seized three heavy-duty trucks loaded with bags of cocoa and lumber suspected of being smuggled to neighboring countries such as Burkina Faso, Togo, or Cote d'Ivoire. The trucks, with registration numbers GR 7237-21, AS 5278-23, and GR 314-24, were impounded in Nkrankwanta, Dormaa West District, following a tip-off. The drivers managed to escape, leaving the trucks behind. The cocoa bags, concealed under lumber, are now in the custody of the Forestry Commission as COCOBOD works on securing a court order for possession.

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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NORTH EAST

Kpandai Farmer Appeals for Help After Losing GH¢7,000 Yam Harvest in Mysterious Fire.

A devastating fire has left 35-year-old farmer Sampson Nakuwu and his family in Kpandai, Northern Region, reeling after losing their entire yam harvest. The fire destroyed over 1,400 tubers of yam and more than 5,000 yam sets just before the new year, wiping out an investment of GH¢7,000.Nakuwu, speaking to Graphic Online, recounted the traumatic incident, saying, “I was somewhere harvesting yam, and before I could realize it, the whole shed was on fire. Two children were rescued from the shed, but I don’t know what caused the fire.”The loss has left him unable to repay the loan he took to finance his farm. With his family of seven facing financial hardship, Nakuwu expressed concern about how to rebuild his life.“This was supposed to be a time of joy, but instead, it has brought misery. Without help, I don’t know […]

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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OTI

Ho Water Crisis Deepens as Residents Search for Alternatives.

The water crisis in Ho, the Volta Regional capital, has reached alarming levels, leaving residents in a state of despair. Despite a temporary restoration of water supply earlier this month, the Kpeve Water Head Works' pump broke down again, leaving many areas, including Peki, Have, and Ziavi, without water. The situation has worsened, with dried-up wells and boreholes, causing significant disruptions to daily life. Hotels and hospitals are struggling with limited water resources, and residents are queuing at public boreholes. Ghana Water Company officials are urgently trying to source a replacement pump, but there’s no clear timeline for when the water supply will be restored.

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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WESTERN

Tragic Deaths of Two Siblings Locked in Water Drum in Takoradi.

In a heartbreaking incident in Takoradi, two siblings, aged 12 and 8, tragically lost their lives after being locked inside a water drum by their 6-year-old sister. The incident occurred on January 9, 2025, when the children were playing in their home.According to reports, the children climbed into the drum in the family’s kitchen and asked their younger sister to close the lid. Unfortunately, she was unable to open it again when they became trapped inside. The children were discovered unconscious and rushed to the Takoradi Government Hospital, but they were pronounced dead on arrival.The police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances of the incident, with early findings suggesting the children’s play led to the tragic accident.

Edem 4Style January 14, 2025

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WESTERN

Statue of Former President Akufo-Addo Vandalized Again in Sekondi.

The statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, located at the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital in Sekondi, has been vandalized once again. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of January 13, 2025, left the statue severely damaged from the head to the knee.Police were alerted to the scene but arrived after the damage had been done. This marks the second attack on the statue, which was repaired just a month earlier in December 2024 after suffering damage to one of its legs.Unveiled in November 2024 to honor the former president, the statue has been a subject of controversy among residents, some of whom question its necessity amidst more pressing community needs. The repeated destruction has fueled speculation about whether the incidents are acts of deliberate vandalism or flaws in the statue’s construction.The police are investigating the latest attack, […]

Edem 4Style January 13, 2025

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Mahama Promises Lower Hajj Costs and Hijab Protection for Muslims.

 President John Dramani Mahama has pledged significant support to Ghana's Muslim community during the National Muslim Prayer and Thanksgiving service at the National Mosque in Accra. Key commitments include reducing Hajj fares through a five-member task force led by Collins Dauda, which will work to lower costs at the upcoming Hajj Conference.Mahama also announced plans to amend the Holidays Act, granting an additional day off for Eid-ul-Fitr, ensuring two holidays for Sallah celebrations. He reaffirmed his support for religious freedom by promising to protect the right of Muslim women to wear the hijab in public spaces.Other initiatives include scholarships for students from deprived Muslim communities, especially in fields like medicine and ICT, increasing Arabic teachers, establishing a microcredit fund (Soiya Fund) for underprivileged families, and introducing Islamic banking instruments to Ghana's financial system.These promises, inspired by the Muslim manifesto presented […]

Edem 4Style January 11, 2025

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President Mahama Pledges Stable Power Supply and Economic Growth.

President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians of his administration’s dedication to maintaining a stable power supply, vowing to prevent the recurrence of “dumsor” (intermittent power outages). Speaking at the Annual National Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Pomadze, he explained that power supply challenges stem from delays in procuring alternative fuels for thermal plants during scheduled maintenance of the West Africa Gas Pipeline. Mahama pledged timely procurement to avert outages.The President also reaffirmed his commitment to tackling economic challenges, expanding the tax net, and implementing policies like a 24-hour economy. He reiterated support for the free Senior High School (SHS) program, promising to address overcrowding issues. Additionally, Mahama outlined his plans to investigate misappropriated resources and pledged to revive the Pomadze poultry farms.The event, themed “Justice and Peace - The Essential Ingredients for National Development,” brought together over […]

Edem 4Style January 10, 2025

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Ahafo

Mahama Revokes Appointments of Akufo-Addo’s Local Government Executives.

President John Dramani Mahama has revoked the appointments of all Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCES) who served under the previous Akufo-Addo administration. This decision, effective immediately, was communicated in a letter signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, the Secretary to the President.The action aligns with President Mahama's vision to restructure local governance and ensure it supports the policies of his new government. The move is backed by the authority granted under the Local Government Act, 2016 (Act 936) and its 2017 amendment, Act 940. By this directive, all appointments made under these sections of the law have been nullified.

Edem 4Style January 8, 2025

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EASTERN

Tragic Turn: Groom Dies During Wedding Ceremony in Akyem Anamase.

A joyful wedding ceremony turned tragic at Akyem Anamase in the Eastern Region when the groom, Chief Inspector Godwin Beniba, collapsed and passed away moments before his bride arrived. The groom, who was the Station Officer at the Anamase Police Station, complained of dizziness upon entering the venue, and despite being rushed to the Anamase Clinic, he was pronounced dead on arrival.The heartbreaking incident left guests, including police officers from various regions, in deep sorrow. Prepared food and drinks went unused as attendees left the venue in shock. The deceased's family has transported the body to the Oda Government Hospital morgue for an autopsy. The community remains in mourning, with festive activities subdued due to the tragedy.

Edem 4Style December 30, 2024

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