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19 Dec

Grandmother Of East Legon Accident Victim Calls For Harsher Juvenile Sentencing

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Efua Benneh, grandmother of Justine Agbenu, one of the victims of the tragic East Legon accident, is calling for amendments to Ghana’s Juvenile Justice Act 2003 (Act 653) to impose stricter penalties on offenders prosecuted under the law. Her appeal follows the sentencing of a 16-year-old boy involved in the fatal collision that claimed two lives. The juvenile received a six-month sentence at the Senior Correctional Centre, the maximum penalty prescribed for such cases under the current law. Speaking to journalists after the sentencing, Benneh expressed her dissatisfaction with the punishment. “I hope that measures can be taken to change…

19 Dec

Mbappe Strikes As Real Madrid Beat Pachuca To Win FIFA Intercontinental Cup Final

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Real Madrid eased to victory against Mexican side Pachuca in the Fifa Intercontinental Cup final in Qatar. Kylian Mbappe’s first-half strike at Lusail Stadium – the venue where he scored a hat-trick in the World Cup final exactly two years ago – set Real Madrid on their way before Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr scored after half-time. Mbappe gave Madrid the lead late in the first half, tapping home from close range after Vinicius had rounded Carlos Moreno in the Pachuca goal. Rodrygo doubled Madrid’s lead seven minutes into the second half with a sublime curling striker from the edge of…

19 Dec

Donnarumma Suffers Nasty Facial Injury In PSG Win

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Paris St-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma had to be replaced after suffering a nasty facial injury during their 4-2 win at Monaco in Ligue 1. The Italy international was caught in the face by the boot of Monaco defender Wilfried Singo and needed about 10 staples to close the wounds. He was replaced by Matvey Safonov in the 22nd minute with the score at 0-0. Singo was not punished, with the challenge reckless but without intent. PSG boss Luis Enrique, said: “The refereeing decisions? I can’t do anything, I couldn’t see the action, but when you see an action like that…

19 Dec

We’re Not Scared Of Saying We Want To Win – Saka

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Bukayo Saka says he and his Arsenal team-mates are “not scared” of saying they want to win the Premier League or Champions League this season. The Gunners have finished runners-up to Manchester City in each of the past two domestic campaigns, and head into the festive period this year third in the table – six points off top spot. They returned to the Champions League last season after a six-year absence, reaching the quarter-finals. It is four years since Arsenal won a major trophy, and Saka is determined to help them end that run this season. “We’re not scared. The…

19 Dec

Management Of Kumawood Actor C Confion Calls For Prayers Over Health Struggles

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The management of Bright Owusu, popularly known as C Confion, has appealed to the public for prayers as the budding Kumawood actor battles deteriorating health. According to a statement, the actor is currently receiving treatment at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi. C-Confion is one of the Kumasi-based skit makers who was introduced to the film industry by Akabenezer alias Dr. Likee. The management confirmed that Akabenezer’s team and the family are providing him with the utmost care and ensuring all his needs are met at this critical moment. However, the management also urged the media and public to…

19 Dec

Fella Makafui Reflects On Challenging Year Amid Separation From Medikal

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Actress and entrepreneur Fella Makafui has shared a heartfelt message, reflecting on the trials and growth she experienced throughout the year. In a deeply personal Instagram post, Fella expressed gratitude for the lessons learned which she revealed “broke me into pieces, challenged my spirit, and messed with my mental health.” However, she noted that through the pain came lessons and through the chaos came growth. Fella is thankful for the support system that helped her overcome her trials and motivated her to keep pushing forward. “Gonna take a minute to say a big thank you to this year and an…

19 Dec

Maintain A Tight Monetary Policy Stance – IMF To BoG

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to maintain a tight monetary policy stance given upside risks to inflation while doing more to advance the Fund’s advice on safeguards. According to the Fund, a tight policy stance, supported by robust liquidity absorption operations, is warranted to ensure that inflationary pressures—stemming from the dry spell and the recent cedi depreciation—do not de-anchor inflation expectations while inflation gradually returns within the BoG target band. In its country assessment of Ghana after the third review of the Economic Credit Facility programme, the Bretton Woods institution said continued progress…

19 Dec

Gabriel Kumi Elected Board Of The Chamber Of Oil Marketing Companies

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The Board of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies has elected the Executive Director of Trinity Oil Company Gabriel Kumi as board chair of the chamber, and CEO of Star Oil Philip Teiku as Vice Chair. They take over from Mr William Tawiah, CEO of Zen Petroleum (outgoing chairman) and Mr Kwame Osei Prempeh of Goil (Vice Chairman). Presently, Mr. Kumi serves as the Vice Chairman of the LPG Marketing Companies Association of Ghana, where he advocates for industry standards, regulatory improvements, and sustainable growth. He is a distinguished Chartered Marketer (CIM, UK) with a master’s degree in Entrepreneurship from…

19 Dec

Ghana Records $316M In FDI In First Three Quarters Of 2024

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Ghana attracted Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) worth $316 million in the first nine months of 2024, reinforcing its reputation as a prime investment destination in West Africa. The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) disclosed this in its Third Quarter Report, which highlighted the registration of 108 projects with a total estimated investment value of $325.88 million. Local investments accounted for $9.88 million, showcasing robust foreign interest complemented by domestic participation. Out of the 108 registered projects, 85 were wholly foreign-owned, contributing $303.49 million, or 78.7% of the total investments. Joint ventures between Ghanaian and foreign entities made up 23 projects,…

19 Dec

Bawumia Joins Thousands For Burial Prayers Of Ashanti Regional Imam

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The Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, joined thousands of Muslims in Kumasi on Wednesday afternoon for prayers and the burial service of the late Ashanti Regional Imam, Sheikh Abdul Mumin Haroun. Sheikh Haroun, aged 74, passed away on Tuesday night at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital after a short illness. Dr. Bawumia, who arrived in Kumasi on Wednesday morning for the burial service, was accompanied by his running mate in the 2024 Presidential Election, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, along with several Members of Parliament and senior officials. In the company of the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, Dr.…