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09 Apr

‘I Used To Party At Night Clubs, Collect 10% Profit From Gamblers’ – Cwesi Oteng On ‘Bad Boy’ Past

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Gospel musician Cwesi Oteng has revealed that, during his youth, he used to collect 10% from gamblers, describing himself as one of the "bad boys" in his community at the time. In an interview with Joy Prime, the award-winning musician opened up on his life before he answered the call to God’s ministry. He admitted to frequently attending nightclubs and being deeply involved in the street gambling culture. According to the ‘God Dey Bless Me’ hitmaker, he was part of a group of boys who organised and oversaw gambling activities in the area. He said their role wasn’t just to…

09 Apr

Presidency Gives Latest Details On Vice President’s Health Condition

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Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications and spokesperson for President John Dramani Mahama, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has assured the public that the Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, is in good health in the United Kingdom and is expected to resume her duties shortly. Speaking in an interview on Onua TV on April 8, 2025, Felix stated that the vice president has been advised to rest by her medical practitioners. “She is currently in good health and taking a short rest as advised by her doctors, and in short order, she should be back to her duties. “…she is in the…

09 Apr

Watch Highlights Of Thomas Partey’s Astonishing Performance Against Real Madrid

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Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey had a phenomenal performance in Arsenal’s big win over Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal. Partey dominated the midfield, inspiring the Gunners to a 3-0 win at the Emirates Stadium. Declan Rice scored two phenomenal free kicks, with Mikel Merino adding another to secure the vital win. The former Atlético Madrid man played at full throttle, having 77 touches and completing 61 out of 66 attempted passes. The Ghanaian made seven passes into the final third, recorded six ball recoveries, won four out of seven ground duels, completed two out of two long…

09 Apr

Thomas Partey In Full Flow As Arsenal Thrashes Real Madrid 3-0 In UCL Quarter-Final First Leg

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Ghana international Thomas Partey delivered an impressive performance for Arsenal on Tuesday night, helping the team secure an emphatic 3-0 win against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League. The Black Stars' midfield enforcer started the quarter-final first-leg tie at Emirates Stadium and played the entire match. Giving everything for the team, Partey finished the game with a rating of 7.0, contributing to what will be a memorable victory for him and his Arsenal teammates for years to come. Both teams created chances in the first half, but neither side was able to break the deadlock. The breakthrough came in…

08 Apr

Accra-Newtown Residents Protest Closure Of Local Hotel For Allegedly Housing Underage Girls

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A group of residents at Accra-Newtown have taken to the streets to protest against a local establishment, Shiva Hotel, over allegations of the hosting of some underage girls. The protesters claim that three underage girls were believed to have been lodging at the hotel and for which reason they were demanding action from the police and relevant authorities. The protests, believed to have taken place outside the hotel, were fueled by allegations that Shiva Hotel has been allowing underage girls to stay on its premises. This was captured in a post made by Sika Official on X. In the post,…

08 Apr

BoG Disassociates From Criminal Use Of Currency Boxes, Urges Prosecution

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The Bank of Ghana has clarified that its currency containers are not designed for criminal purposes, as a recent National Security operation suggested. According to the apex bank, the boxes are durable and robust, and while primarily used for carrying currency, they can also serve other purposes. It noted that the boxes could be repurposed and used for alternative, non-currency-related functions. In a write-up titled “Use and Misuse of Bank of Ghana Currency Transport Boxes,” the BoG debunked assertions that it may be involved in the criminal use of these boxes, stating that the wooden containers are used for currency import operations and are…

08 Apr

Cedi Sells At GH¢16.05 To A Dollar At Forex Bureaus

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Ghana's local currency, the cedi, has recorded marginal gains against major trading currencies, particularly the US dollar, at some forex bureaus. In its daily update, the Central Bank noted that the cedi is trading at a buying price of GH¢15.51 and a selling price of GH¢15.52 to a dollar. The British pound is being bought at GH¢19.75 and sold at GH¢19.77, while the euro trades at a buying price of GH¢16.91 and a selling price of GH¢16.92. Checks by GhanaWeb Business on April 8, 2025, at 08:00 AM indicate that the cedi is trading at GH¢16.05 to the dollar, while the pound…

08 Apr

The Gospel Music Industry Is Pure Evil – Esther Smith

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A recent statement by Cwesi Oteng has ignited conversations on social media inviting gospel minstrel Esther Smith to share her experience about some “evil” people in the gospel music industry. While responding to Cwesi Oteng’s story about how some gospel musicians took his album to a cemetery to jinx it, Esther commented in a Facebook post that she has also gone through similar situations. “Hmmm this industry. You see, if you are genuine they will fight and deal with you until you give up. That is the reason why the Bible says we should pray without ceasing. There are a…

08 Apr

Actress Roselyn Ngissah Hit With Sad News

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Actress Roselyn Ngissah has announced the passing of her beloved mother, Elizabeth Ngissah, whom she described as a mother figure to many. Sharing the heartbreaking news on her social media platforms, Roselyn paid a heartfelt tribute to her mother for her decades-long impact as a teacher and nurturer. In her emotional message, Roselyn highlighted her mother’s over 40 years of service in the education sector, praising her as a woman whose patience, kindness, and selflessness touched countless lives. “To a dedicated educator, a mother to countless students, we pay tribute. For over forty years, you’ve nurtured, guided, and inspired generations…

08 Apr

2face’s New Lover Loses Political Position

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Natasha Osawaru Irobosa, the new lover of Nigerian music star 2face (Innocent Idibia), has been removed from her position as Deputy Majority Leader in the Edo State House of Assembly. Her removal, alongside two other lawmakers, came after the implementation of a letter from the state leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), leading to a minor reshuffle in the principal officers of the House. Also affected were those holding the position of Chief Whip. All three lawmakers are members of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The news of Osawaru’s removal gained widespread attention, especially following her highly publicized…