January 2023 - Page 71 of 81

06 Jan

Trade Minister Alan Kyerematen Resigns

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JoyNews is learning Trade Minister Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen has resigned from the government. Multiple sources close to the minister said he tendered his resignation letter to President Nana Akufo-Addo on Thursday, Jan 5, 2023. The man popularly called ‘Alan Cash’ has long been rumoured to be nursing the ambition to contest the flagbearership slot of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). But it’s unclear if the resignation is to allow him to concentrate on that ambition. Political journey so far Mr Kyerematen made an attempt at the leadership of the NPP in 2007, capturing 32.3% of the votes cast. He…

06 Jan

Lands Ministry, GAF Re-Affirm Commitment To Galamsey Fight

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The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor (MP) has paid special tributes to the Ghana Armed Forces for its unalloyed support for the Ministry in the execution of its projects and initiatives aimed at protecting the environment. Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor relayed the admiration of the Ministry and government for the works by the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF ) when he paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Defence Staff, Vice Admiral Seth Amoama on Thursday, January 5, 2022. Hon. Jinapor noted that the Ministry enjoyed tremendous support from the Ghana Armed Forces in the…

06 Jan

MUST READ: Chairman Wontumi Grabs A Copy Of Sammy Gyamfi’s Communication Strategy:

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The Ashanti Regional Chairman for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, has grabbed a copy of the communication strategy developed by Sammy Gyamfi for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and it is full of insults and unprovoked attacks. In the communication strategy developed by the National Communication officer for the NDC and shared to all 16 regional Communication officers of the party, it directed them to ATTACK President Akufo-Addo and vice President Bawumia. Attacks on Vice President Bawumia, according to Sammy Gyamfi who recently got married, should be their priority anytime they are given an opportunity to speak…

06 Jan

Stay Safe In This Flu, Harmattan Season – Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye

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The Director General of the Ghana Health Service, Dr Patrick Kuma Aboagye, has cautioned Ghanaians to stay safe and protect themselves from COVID-19 this Harmattan season. He stated that some countries in the west and China have seen a seasonal increase in COVID-19 cases because they are also in the season when the virus spreads easily: winter, as is Ghana during the Harmattan season. The Director General noted that the current case as of January 2, 2022, stood at 22 active cases of mild symptoms, which is a significant increase from the 9 active cases that were recorded in December…

06 Jan

No 48 ‘Terrorists’ Arrested – Police, Ghana Immigration Debunk Claims

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Ghana Police Service and Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) have debunked claims of the whereabouts of some 48 alleged terrorists. In a joint statement, they said “No supposed terrorists have been arrested by the Police and the Ghana Immigration Service, and there is certainly no blame game going on between the two state security agencies as is being falsely claimed by the Ghanaian Times Newspaper.” 48 alleged ‘terrorists’ missing? According to the Ghanaian Times Newspaper, confusion has erupted over the whereabouts of 48 foreigners who were arrested in connection with alleged terrorism and other fraudulent acts in September, last year. While…

06 Jan

Chelsea Confirm £34m Badiashile Transfer

wontumionlineSportsBenoit Badiashile, CHELSEA

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Monaco defender Benoit Badiashile for a reported £34 million fee. Badiashile has become Chelsea's first major signing of the January transfer window, with Potter adding extra quality to his defensive ranks amid his side's poor run of form. The 21-year-old France international has signed a long-term contract at Stamford Bridge after spending the first four years of his career at Monaco, where he made 106 Ligue 1 appearances. Badiashile expressed his delight after sealing the switch, telling Chelsea's official website: "I’m very happy to be here at Chelsea. I’m so excited to start playing for this…

05 Jan

Audiomack Awards Black Sherif For Scoring Over 100 Million Streams

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Ghanaian singer, performing artist and superstar Black Sherif was recently presented with a plaque by artist-first music streaming platform Audiomack for surpassing 100 million streams on the platform. Since emerging onto the scene in 2019 with the release of his song "Cry For Me on YouTube, Black Sherif has since then taken the music industry by a storm with his hit singles, "First Sermon”, "Kwaku The Traveller" which ranked number 1 several music charts in the world. His first upload on the Audiomack platform was in August 2020, where he earned online traction with his singles “Money”, “Cry For Me”,…

05 Jan

GuiltyBeatz Optimistic About 2023 Grammy Win

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Ghanaian star record producer Ronald Banful, known professionally as GuiltyBeatz, has expressed confidence that a Grammy gong is coming his way this year. GuiltyBeatz said so in a tweet on Tuesday, January 3, 2023: "We're bringing the Grammy home this year!" GuiltyBeatz, 32, has credits on Beyonce's 'Renaissance' album. He worked as a composer on track 10 'Move' featuring Tems & Grace Jones. 2022's 'Renaissance', recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been nominated for the Album of the Year and the Best Dance/Electronic Music Album awards at the 2023 Grammys. GuiltyBeatz and Beyonce first worked on her 'The Lion King:…

05 Jan

Ex-Fiancee Of Alex Ekubo Reveals The Actor Never Touch Her In Their 5-Year Relationship

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Fancy Acholonu who is the ex-fiancee of Alex Ekubo, has disclosed an information about her relationship with the Nigerian actor which has come off as shock to many. According to the U.S based model, the Nigerian actor never got intimate with her during their relationship which lasted for about 5 years. In an interview with popular blogger, Stella Dimoko-Korkus, Fancy emphasised that she found it difficult to understand why her man won't touch her, adding that it messed with her self-esteem. The lovers shockingly broke up in 2021 but according to Fancy, they had wanted to reconcile but Alex wanted…

05 Jan

I’m Taking A Career Break In 2024 – Michael Blackson Hints

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Ghanaian American actor, Michael Blackson, has disclosed that he will be taking a break from his comedy and acting career in 2024. He made the announcement on Twitter while stating that he will release his final production before finally taking a bow. Michael Blackson said he intends to feed his fans with his own movie, sitcom, and stand-up special. “2023 I’m promising ya my own movie, a sitcom and a stand up special. By the Grace of God in 2024 I’m taking a break,” he wrote. Meanwhile, the showbiz personality has commissioned a 'free for all' school in his hometown,…