6 h. ago Ablekuma North rerun: Hawa Koomson admits using pepper spray in self

Former Awutu‑Senya East MP, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has broken her silence after deploying pepper spray during the tumultuous Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun last Friday, 11 July, stating her actions were a protective measure amid a life-threatening situation. The election day descended into disorder at the St Peter’s Methodist Church polling station, following reports of unidentified men overpowering […]

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29 h. ago Nigeria declares public holiday to honour former leader who died aged 82

Nigeria's government has declared Tuesday a public holiday to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died aged 82, in a London clinic on Sunday after battling ill health for years.

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34 h. ago Ablekuma North violence: Why is Mahama silent? Arthur K wonders

Former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Dr Arthur Kennedy (Arthur K.), has expressed disappointment over the violent incidents that marred the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun election on Friday, July 11, 2025, pointedly questioning President John Mahama's silence on the matter.

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40 h. ago PAG condemns attacks on journalists and politicians during Ablekuma North rerun

The Progressive Alliance of Ghana (PAG) has condemned the violent attacks on journalists and political actors during the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun held on Friday, July 11.

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53 h. ago Bawumia visits Hawa Koomson after violent attack during Ablekuma North rerun

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has paid a visit to Mavis Hawa Koomson at her residence following a violent incident that occurred during the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun on Friday, 11 July.

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53 h. ago Bawumia visits assault victims in Ablekuma North rerun; pledges support

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has visited Akua Afriyie, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, and several polling agents who were assaulted during the constituency’s parliamentary rerun on Friday, 11th July.

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69 h. ago Odorkor Methodist Church considers ditching poll centre role over violence

St. Peter’s Methodist Church in Odorkor is seriously considering withdrawing its premises as a collation centre for future elections, citing significant safety concerns and property damage inflicted during the volatile Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun on Friday, July 11.

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3 d. ago Police probe isolated incidents of violence in Ablekuma North rerun

The Accra Regional Police Command has confirmed that isolated incidents of violence occurred during the Ablekuma North parliamentary re-run held on Friday, 11th July 2025, leading to temporary disruptions at a number of polling stations.

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3 d. ago Underdogs rise as group winners fall in UG Corporate Football League semi

In a stunning twist at the University of Ghana Corporate Football League semi-finals on Friday, 4 July 2025, both group winners were knocked out as second-placed sides Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and Union Ghana booked their spots in the final. The evening delivered high-stakes drama and tactical brilliance, reminding everyone why football remains the […]

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3 d. ago Ablekuma North polls: MFWA condemns violent attacks on 3 journalists

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has vehemently condemned the physical assault of three journalists covering the parliamentary election rerun in the Ablekuma North constituency of the Greater Accra Region on Friday, July 11, 2025. This incident adds to a troubling pattern of violence against media professionals in Ghana, raising serious concerns about press […]

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4 d. ago Ablekuma North rerun: A win was expected because we worked hard – Ewurabena Aubynn

The newly-elected Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn, says she feels proud and fulfilled after being declared the winner in the parliamentary rerun held on Friday, July 11.

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4 d. ago Flush the Crisis: Why Ghana can’t wait until 2103 to Fix the Toilet crisis

President John Dramani Mahama's declaration that "it is unacceptable that in 2025, open defecation persists in parts of Ghana" is a stark reminder of one of the country’s most persistent public health and development challenges. Speaking at the launch of Ghana's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR) for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), President Mahama called for a firm crackdown on building permits issued without toilet facilities, arguing that the country’s sanitation crisis is less about awareness and more about gaps in investment, enforcement, and community engagement.

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4 d. ago GJA condemns assault on journalists during Ablekuma North rerun

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has strongly condemned the physical assault on journalists by a police officer and a hoodlum while covering the parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North on Friday, July 11, 2025.

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4 d. ago Exposed: Face of thug who attacked JOYNEWS journalist at Ablekuma North rerun

This is the face of the man who assaulted JOYNEWS digital journalist Sally Martey during violent scenes at the Ablekuma North constituency parliamentary rerun on Friday 11 July 2025. The man, wearing a cloth mask that partially concealed his face, turned deliberately toward Sally as she walked near the St. Peter’s Society Methodist Church polling […]

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4 d. ago ECG to embark on nationwide ‘All Must Pay’ revenue mobilisation campaign

Management and the Union of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have announced a nationwide revenue mobilisation campaign dubbed “Operation ALL MUST PAY,” aimed at clearing outstanding customer arrears. The campaign will run from Monday, July 14, to Friday, July 25. ECG’s General Manager of External Communication Dr. Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, shared details of […]

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4 d. ago There’ll be no military deployment in Ablekuma North rerun – Defence Minister

The Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has assured Ghanaians that there will be no military deployment for the rerun of elections in the Ablekuma North Constituency today, Friday, July 11. 

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4 d. ago Showdown in Ablekuma North as voters return to the polls amid party rift and court drama

More than 6,000 eligible voters are expected to cast their ballots today, Friday, July 11, 2025, in a high-stakes parliamentary rerun across 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North Constituency.

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6 d. ago Nothing will stop NDC from winning Ablekuma North – Mustapha Gbande

Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, says nothing will stop the party from winning the upcoming parliamentary re-run in the Ablekuma North constituency, scheduled for Friday, 11th July 2025.

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8 d. ago Speaker Bagbin’s son sweeps 7 top awards at North Hills crowned Outstanding Student of 2025

On Friday, 4th July 2025, the tranquil forecourt of North Hills International School in North Legon, Accra, came alive with celebration as the institution hosted its annual Speech and Prize-Giving Day. Under the theme “Discipline: The Bridge Between Dreams and Reality,” the event brought together proud parents, accomplished students, dedicated staff, and distinguished guests to […]

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1 week ago Gong Gong Awards set to make waves worldwide as AAG Executive Director Isaac Cudjoe unveils global vision

The Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG) is charting an ambitious course for its revitalised Gong Gong Festival of Creativity & Awards, aiming to elevate Ghanaian advertising to global standards. Following a highly successful return of the awards on June 28, 2025, Executive Director Isaac Cudjoe emphasised on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, July […]

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