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19 Feb

Domestic Banks Dominate Secured Loans In 2024 Q4 – BoG

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The Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) latest Quarterly Collateral Registry report has revealed that the share of secured loans granted by domestically owned banks increased significantly in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024. According to the report, domestically owned banks accounted for 48.5% of the total value of secured loans, up from 25.4% in Q4 2023. Conversely, the percentage share of secured loans granted by foreign-owned banks in Ghana declined to 51.5% in Q4 2024 from 74.6% in Q4 2023. “The share of the value of secured loans granted by domestically owned banks increased to 48.5% in Q4 2024 from 25.4%…

19 Feb

Kurt Okraku Calls For Match Commissioner Reforms

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The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has called for changes among match commissioners as part of ongoing reforms following the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong. Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley, was fatally stabbed during Kotoko’s Matchday 19 fixture against Nsoatreman FC at Nana Kronmansah Park. In response, the Ghana Premier League has been suspended indefinitely. Speaking during a training session aimed at improving matchday safety and security, Okraku urged match commissioners to step up their performance before the league resumes. “The clarion call from Ghanaians is that something has to change, and…

19 Feb

Bechem United Places GHC100,000 Bounty On Suspect In Kotoko Fan’s Killing

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Premier League club Bechem United has placed a GHC100,000 bounty on the suspect responsible for the tragic killing of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as “Nana Pooley.” Pooley lost his life after being stabbed at Nana Kronmansah Park during a Matchday 19 clash between Nsoatreman FC and Kotoko. On Monday, Asante Kotoko’s Communications Director, Sarfo Duku, identified a man named Brimah as the alleged perpetrator. The suspect is currently on the run, with the Ghana Police Service actively working to track him down. In a strong stance against hooliganism, Bechem United announced a reward for any information…

19 Feb

Kissi Agyabeng Was Either Tipsy Or Needed A Favour From Mahama For Declaring Ofori-Atta Fugitive- Nyamesem

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A member of the NPP communications team, Nyamesem, has questioned the integrity of Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyabeng. Speaking on Wontumi TV, Nyamesem noted that Agyabeng's declaration of Ofori Atta as a fugitive was unjustified and may have been made under the influence. "If he wasn't tipsy, he wouldn't have said that. If he was going to declare someone a fugitive, it should have been Sedinam Tamakloe, who has been jailed yet is out of the country," Nyamesem stated. Nyamesem further criticized Agyabeng's actions, stating that the Special Prosecutor's office had tarnished Ofori Atta's image with the declaration, which was reported…

19 Feb

GFA President Warns Match Commissioners Of Dismissal Over Poor Performance

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The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has issued a stern warning to match commissioners, stating that those who fail to meet the required standards will be dismissed. Speaking during a training session for matchday officials on Tuesday, Okraku stressed the need to enhance safety and security protocols in response to recent incidents affecting Ghana’s top-flight league. His remarks follow the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Pooley, who was fatally stabbed during the team’s Week 19 clash against Nsoatreman FC in Nsoatre. The incident led to the suspension of the Ghana…

19 Feb

Portable Surrenders To Police After Being Declared wanted

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Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has turned himself in after the Ogun State Police Command declared him wanted over an alleged violent attack on government officials. The singer, who was declared wanted on Monday, February 17, voluntarily presented himself at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) on the morning of Tuesday, February 18. He is currently being transported to Ogun State, where he will be handed over to the police for further investigation. Portable’s legal troubles stem from an altercation with officials from the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development. He, along with nine others, allegedly assaulted the officials during…

19 Feb

Kotoko Resumes Training Today, Maintains League Boycott Over Fan’s Tragic Death

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Players and technical staff of Asante Kotoko have resumed training on Wednesday, February 19, after discussions with the club’s medical department. In a statement released on Tuesday, February 18, the club confirmed that while training for fitness purposes, they will not participate in competitive matches until significant measures are implemented to address security concerns within the league "After careful consideration and consultations with our medical department, the club has been advised that our senior team should resume training from tomorrow to ensure the physical and mental well-being of our players." "While the pain of recent events still lingers, we recognize…

19 Feb

Over 600,000 Ghana Cards Remain Unclaimed – National Identification Authority

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The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced the receipt of 700,000 blank Ghana Cards to address a backlog of unprinted cards dating back to 2023. However, the Authority is grappling with a more pressing issue: over 600,000 Ghana Cards, already printed and ready for collection, remain unclaimed at various regional and district offices across the country since 2018. In a press release dated February 18, 2025, the NIA disclosed that the newly acquired blank cards will be used to print pending records, including first-time issuances, card replacements, and updates to personal information. The Acting Executive Secretary has formed a technical…

19 Feb

Mason Jailed 3 Years For Causing Damage To US$35,900 Vehicle

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The Amasaman Circuit Court has sentenced a mason to three years imprisonment in hard labour for causing irreparable damage to a Donfeng Ex-Box car, valued at US$35,900, belonging to Hisense Company Limited. Senyo Awuku, 32, admitted causing unlawful damage to the vehicle and was sentenced accordingly. However, he denied entering unlawfully into the house of Mr Gad Ebenezer Afranie Kisi, the complainant, to steal the vehicle, as well as an HP laptop computer, valued at GH₵4,300.00, and cash amount of GH₵4,000.00. He was ordered by the court, presided over by Ms Enid Marful-Sau, to be brought back on March 13,…

19 Feb

Police Arrest Two Suspects For Allegedly Possessing Human Blood

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A team of police officers from the National Highway Police Patrol, while on duty at Dzrakate, a community near Akatsi on the Accra-Aflao highway, has arrested two suspects found in possession of a consignment believed to be human blood without proper authorization. The suspects, identified as 34-year-old teacher Winnie Agbofoatsi Kwesi and 38-year-old contractor Morgan Martins, have been charged with the unlawful possession of human parts/blood, in violation of Section 69B of the Criminal Offences (Amendment) Act, 2012 (Act 29/60). Sources from the Ghana News Agency (GNA) have disclosed that on Sunday, February 9, at approximately 12:00 PM, a patrol…