CUD Wontumi, Author at Wontumi Online

14 Feb

Five-Month-Old Baby Reportedly Killed; Mother Beaten To Pulp In Bawku

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsNewsBawku Conflict, murder

A five-month-old baby girl has died in Bawku in the Upper East Region after being smashed on the ground amidst the protracted conflict. According to Citi News, the baby was snatched from her mother in an attack, resulting in the tragic death. The mother, who was returning home after work on Thursday, was reportedly tracked by the assailants and mercilessly beaten. The cause of the attack remains unclear, but it adds to the rising death toll since the conflict re-emerged in October 2024. The death toll currently stands at 55, following the gruesome murder of a mother and her two children…

14 Feb

One In Critical Condition After Fire Guts Three-Bedroom House In Damongo

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsNewsdamongo fire outbreak

One person is in critical condition after fire ravaged a three-bedroom house in Damongo in the Savannah Region. According to the Municipal Fire Command, they received a distress call at about 09:18 am on Thursday from Azura Kura, a suburb of Damongo. Firefighters quickly rushed to the scene, but the fire had already engulfed the building, trapping one person inside. They worked tirelessly to rescue the victim, a male adult, who sustained burns on parts of his body and was rushed to the Damongo District Hospital. The fire crew also prevented a possible explosion of two gas cylinders, which could…

13 Feb

Majority Apologises To Ken Ofori-Atta For Raid On His Residence

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsNewshome raid, Ken Ofori Atta, Majority

The Majority in Parliament has issued a formal apology to former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta following a raid on his residence by armed security personnel. Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga addressed the incident on the floor of Parliament, calling it regrettable and underscoring the Mahama administration’s dedication to safeguarding citizens’ rights. “H.E. President John Dramani Mahama remains committed to ensuring that the rights and liberties of every individual are respected. We have received assurances from the office of the National Security Coordinator that the incident was not intended to happen,” Ayariga said. He assured Parliament that such an occurrence would not…

13 Feb

My Bald Head Causes Headaches When Shooting During The Day – Mr. Drew Reveals

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsShowbizMr Drew

Ghanaian musician Mr. Drew has opened up about the challenges and inspiration behind his iconic bald look. In a recent interview on Daybreak Hitz with DJ Slim, Mr. Drew revealed that having a bald head comes with its own set of challenges. He explained that he has to be particularly cautious of the sun, saying, “We can’t really walk in the sun because ego really blaze the brain, yeah man,” in Pidgin English. Because of this, Mr. Drew avoids video shoots during the day. “I don’t like shoots during the day, I remember like if we get shoots during the day, ano…

13 Feb

Juliet Ibrahim Flaunts Stunning Mother To Mark Her 60th Birthday

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsShowbizJuliet Ibrahim, Juliet Ibrahim mother

Actress Juliet Ibrahim has captivated social media users after unveiling rare photos of her mother to mark her 60th birthday. Fans were left in awe of her mother’s timeless beauty, with many pointing out the striking resemblance between the actress and her mother. The milestone celebration was a magical affair, as Juliet and her siblings organized a surprise birthday party to honor their mother. The intimate yet glamorous event was attended by close family and friends. A standout moment of the night was the soulful performances by gospel musicians Joe Mettle and Moses Bliss, who added a spiritual touch to…

13 Feb

Winfried Schäfer Is A Good Coach – Osei ‘Palmer’ Backs Black Stars Appointment

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsSportsWinfried Schäfer

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member Wilfred Osei Kweku ‘Palmer’ has backed the appointment of Winfried Schäfer to the Black Stars’ technical team. The experienced German coach, who guided Cameroon to victory in the 2002 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has been named the technical advisor and technical director for both the senior national team and the GFA. Reacting to the appointment, Palmer revealed that Schäfer had previously been considered for a coaching role during his tenure on the Executive Council. “The technical direction of the team has changed, but Winfried Schäfer is a good coach. Even during…

13 Feb

U-20 AFCON: Ghana Housed In Group A With Ivory Coast And Others

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsSportsU-20

Ghana’s U-20 team, the Black Satellites, have discovered their group for the upcoming U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to take place in April this year in Ivory Coast. The Black Satellites have been placed in Group A alongside tournament hosts Ivory Coast, Tanzania, and DR Congo. They will be joined by an additional team from UNIFFAC 2. This marks Ghana’s return to the competition for the first time since 2021, when they last participated and emerged as champions. In Group B, West African giants Nigeria will battle against North African heavyweights Morocco and Egypt, as well as South…

13 Feb

Final Funeral Rites Of The Late Mad. Hajara Issah

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsArticlesHadjara Issah

The Yakubu family with sympathy, wishes to announce the funeral of their mother Hadjara Issah. Below are the following funeral arrangements..

13 Feb

2Face Silences Critics, Proposes To Lover Amid Divorce Saga

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsShowbiz2Face, Natasha, proposal

Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has taken his relationship with Edo State lawmaker Honourable Natasha Osawaru to the next level with a heartfelt marriage proposal. The intimate moment took place during a private gathering with close friends and family in attendance. As Jah Cure’s classic hit Unconditional Love played softly in the background, 2Face went down on one knee and officially asked Natasha for her hand in marriage. Overwhelmed with joy, Natasha screamed a resounding yes, her eyes brimming with tears. Onlookers cheered as the couple shared a moment of pure love and excitement. The proposal has since set…

13 Feb

Ghana Must Continue To Lead The Charge For Pan-African Digital Liberation

CUD Wontumi0 CommentsBusiness, NewsDr Augustine Blay

Listen, if there’s one thing we must grasp about our times, it’s this: the struggle for freedom never truly ends with the attainment of political independence. As Kwame Nkrumah once declared, “The independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked up with the total liberation of the African continent.” Today, that liberation must extend into the digital realm—a realm that is fast becoming the very foundation of our economic, social, and cultural lives. Now, consider the current state of Africa’s digital landscape. Despite being home to 1.4 billion people, our digital markets remain fragmented. We see exorbitant data costs,…