News

Haruna Iddrisu Loses Mother
17 Dec

Haruna Iddrisu Loses Mother

Evans Manasseh0 CommentsNews,
The Member of Parliament for Tamale South Constituency in the Northern Region, Hon Haruna Iddrisu, has lost his biological mother in the early hours of Tuesday, December, 17, 2024. Sources closer to the former Minority Leader’s family said, the deceased, Hajia Mariama Alidu, passed away while on admission at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra. The source said the deceased was unwell and was thereby admitted for medical attention days before the just ended December 7, 2024, general elections. Our source says the mortal remains of the late Hajia Mariama would be taken back to Tamale for burial in…
Read More
Majority-Minority Brouhaha: Calm Finally Restored
17 Dec

Majority-Minority Brouhaha: Calm Finally Restored

Evans Manasseh0 CommentsNews,
The eighth parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana has resumed sitting, with the status quo in place. The near fisticuff over which party is in the majority or minority compelled the Speaker, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagin, to abruptly adjourn sitting indefinitely. However, when the House reconvened on Monday, December 16, 2024 to commence the sittings of the seventh meeting of the fourth session of the Eighth Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana, the NPP Members of Parliament (MPs) sat at their usual place as the majority, and the NDC MPs sat at the left-hand side of the Speaker…
Read More
2 Dead In Nyinahin- Kasotie Clash
17 Dec

2 Dead In Nyinahin- Kasotie Clash

Evans Manasseh0 CommentsNews,
Two people are feared dead and five others have sustained severe injuries following deadly clashes between suspected gold thieves and angry youth in Nyinahin-Kasotie, in the Ashanti Region. Eyewitness reports indicated that a group of stoutly built men on Monday morning stormed Nyinahin-Kasotie, which is in the Atwima Mponua District, with the sole intention of stealing from the local people. According to them, the invaders of the community, who were heavily armed with offensive weapons, suddenly began stealing excavator parts and gold deposits from their fear-stricken victims, who looked helpless. The stealing expedition of the stoutly built men, who were…
Read More
Scrap Delegate System, Let All Card-bearing Members Vote In Party Primaries – Dr Samuel Afriyie Tells NPP
17 Dec

Scrap Delegate System, Let All Card-bearing Members Vote In Party Primaries – Dr Samuel Afriyie Tells NPP

Evans Manasseh0 CommentsNews, ,
A Senior Lecturer at the Kumasi Technical University (KsTU) and a leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Communication Team, Dr. Samuel Afriyie, has called for a radical overhaul of the party's electoral system, advocating for the abolition of the delegate system. According to Dr. Afriyie, the current delegate system, which allows a selected group of party members to elect executives, parliamentary and presidential candidates infringe the right of party members and excludes the majority of card-bearing members from the decision-making process. Dr. Afriyie's proposal comes on the heels of the NPP's dismal performance in the recent…
Read More
Fameye Addresses UK Performance Setback
17 Dec

Fameye Addresses UK Performance Setback

Wontumi10 CommentsNews
Ghanaian singer, Fameye has spoken out about an incident that marred his recent performance in the United Kingdom, expressing disappointment over what he described as “unprofessional treatment” by the event’s DJ. The artiste, celebrated for his heartfelt music and engaging performances, had promised a memorable show for his UK fans. However, the experience fell short due to a series of technical and communication lapses with the event organizers and their DJ, according to a statement from his management, Fameye Worldwide Enterprise. The issue allegedly stemmed from the organizers’ refusal to allow Fameye to use his official DJ from Ghana or Belgium. Despite efforts…
Read More
Police Investigate Fire Outbreak At Kwashieman Cluster Of Schools
17 Dec

Police Investigate Fire Outbreak At Kwashieman Cluster Of Schools

Wontumi10 CommentsNews
The Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the Ghana National Fire Service, has launched an investigation into a fire outbreak that occurred on this morning, December 17, at the Kwashieman Cluster of Schools. The facility housed the ballot boxes for the Ablekuma North Constituency. The fire, which started around 1:40 a.m., originated in the school’s library, where the ballot boxes were stored. The Police in a statement assured the public that anyone found responsible for this incident will be apprehended and prosecuted. They also urged residents to remain calm as the investigation continues. Meanwhile, the Police has reported progress in…
Read More
Bawku: 2 Killed In Separate Attacks As Death Toll Now 35
17 Dec

Bawku: 2 Killed In Separate Attacks As Death Toll Now 35

Wontumi10 CommentsNews
Following attacks by unidentified gunmen at two separate locations in Bawku, two people have been killed. The incidents occurred amidst ongoing tensions in the area, which have seen a resurgence of violence in recent months. One of the victims, Moro Aziz, a mentally unstable man from Gozesi, a suburb of Bawku, reportedly wandered towards the Bawku cemetery, where he was killed. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, but it marks another tragic loss in the conflict-ridden town. The second victim, identified as Kasim, was killed in Daduri, another suburb of Bawku, while attempting to move to a different location.…
Read More
Kwashieman Cluster Of School Which Housed Ablekuma North Ballot Boxes On Fire
17 Dec

Kwashieman Cluster Of School Which Housed Ablekuma North Ballot Boxes On Fire

Wontumi10 CommentsNews,
A fire outbreak at the Kwashieman Cluster of Schools in the early hours of today has raised alarm, as the facility housed ballot boxes from the Ablekuma North constituency. The blaze, which started around 1:40 a.m., originated in the school’s library, where the ballot boxes were stored. According to Alex King Nartey, the PRO of the Fire Service, the cause of the fire is yet to be determined, but investigations are underway. In a twist to the incident, additional ballot papers were found burned outside the school premises after the fire. The discovery has fueled speculation about the circumstances surrounding…
Read More
Policeman Accidentally Shoots Colleague Dead At Abeasi
17 Dec

Policeman Accidentally Shoots Colleague Dead At Abeasi

Wontumi10 CommentsNews
A policeman has reportedly shot his colleague dead at Abease along the Prang-Kintampo road in the Bono East region. The unfortunate incident occurred around 11:30 am on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Information gathered by Adom News suggests that, a funeral procession was underway with the mourners headed to the cemetery. However, they encountered a police barrier, which led to a confrontation. The situation escalated when one of the mourners allegedly insulted a policewoman, prompting a call for backup. The reinforcement team is said to have clashed with the mourners upon arrival, during which a policeman fired warning shots. In an attempt by…
Read More