The Ashanti Regional Police Command has apprehended a 34-year-old man, Robert Kwabena Boamah, in connection with the brutal murder of a young woman in the Abuakwa area. The suspect was arrested at his hideout in Namong, near Offinso, on Wednesday, April 23, following intensive investigations into the crime. The case …
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One person killed after military opened fire on a funeral procession at Nyinahin
e One person is reported dead after some youth group clashed with some army officers. The incident occurred at Nyinahin-Nkwanta in the Atwima Mponua district of the Ashanti region. A police report intercepted by Akoma news states “At 11.10 am, Nyinahin Police received a distress call to the effect that …
Read More »Burkina Faso army says it foiled ‘major’ coup plot
Burkina Faso’s military government has said it foiled a “major plot” to overthrow junta leader Capt. Ibrahim Traoré, with the army alleging the plotters were based in neighboring Ivory Coast. Security Minister Mahamadou Sana said the coup attempt was led by current and former soldiers working with “terrorist leaders.” The …
Read More »11 people confirmed dead in Accident on Accra-Kumasi Road
Eleven persons have been confirmed dead in an accident that occurred at Amanase in the Eastern Region. Several others who sustained life-threatening injuries are recieving treatment at the Suhum Government Hospital and other facilities. The accident involved a Sprinter bus with registration number GW 6510-23 and a fuel tanker with …
Read More »Minority: CJ’s suspension a politically motivated witch-hunt to control Judiciary
The minority in Parliament has strongly criticized President John Dramani Mahama following his decision to suspend Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, describing the move as ‘tyranny’ and a deviation from good governance. The suspension comes after a prima facie case was established in relation to three petitions calling for the chief …
Read More »A YOUNG LADY AT HER 20s MURDERED, DUMPED BY ROADSIDE
A gruesome discovery was made at Tanoso Dominase in the Atwima Nwabiagya South district just this morning, where a young lady, believed to be in her 20s and known as Maa Abena, was found brutally murdered and dumped by the roadside. According to an eyewitness, the victim was a resident. …
Read More »GHANA ARMED FORCES CONDUCTS CORDON AND SEARCH IN BAWKU
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), in its efforts to assist the civil authorities to maintain law and order in Bawku and its environs, has intensified operations in response to ongoing clashes and intermittent gunfire in the area. As part of these efforts, troops have conducted a series of cordon and …
Read More »TWO BOYS ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH MURDER CASE OF SOLDIERS
The Boamang Police Command has arrested two suspects, Solomon Owusu, alias “Company Hero,” and Sumaila Yahaya, alias “Royal,” in connection with the murder of Foster Afrifa. The victim was stabbed to death on April 21, 2024, at Akom following a brief misunderstanding. One suspect, Kassim Ashiru, was initially arrested and …
Read More »POLICE RESHUFFLE COMMANDERS IN GALAMSEY AREAS AS IT INTENSIFIES ITS WAR ON ILLEGAL MINING ACTIVITIES
The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, in keeping with his promise to wage a relentless war on illegal mining activities (galamsey), has reshuffled police commanders in galamsey-prone areas. This is said to be the first phase of the reshuffle exercise, as many more are expected to follow to …
Read More »Justice Baffoe-Bonnie expected to act as Chief Justice – Martin Kpebu
Private Legal Practitioner Martin Kpebu has said per the constitution the most senior Supreme Court Justice will act as Chief Justice following the suspension of Gertrude Torkonoo. President John Dramani Mahama has, under Article 146(6) of the Constitution and in consultation with the Council of State, determined that a prima …
Read More »Mahama suspends Chief Justice after setting up committee to probe petitions
President John Mahama has suspended the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo. This follows the establishment of a committee to investigate petitions against the top judicial official. The move, announced in a statement from the Presidency, complies with constitutional provisions and follows consultations with the Council of State. The President cited Article …
Read More »KMA Liases With Ghana Prison Service To Explore Strategic Partnership for Sanitation and City Order
Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyeman Boadi, Mayor of Kumasi, together with key management members of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), has paid a working visit to the Regional Command of the Ghana Prison Service for a collaborative partnership on how to deal with sanitation issues. The purpose of the visit was to …
Read More »Consumer Protection Agency calls for suspension of utility tariff hikes
The Consumer Protection Agency has called on the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to immediately halt its planned utility tariff adjustments, scheduled to take effect on May 2, 2025. The CPA argues that the tariff hike is premature and lacks the consultation and consumer representation required by law. According to …
Read More »Asantehene to resume mediation of Bawku conflict on April 28
The Manhyia Palace has announced that Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, will resume his mediation efforts to address the ongoing Bawku crisis. According to a press release issued on April 15, 2025, the mediation sessions will take place from April 28 to May 1, 2025, at the Manhyia Palace …
Read More »‘Lay down your arms, we’ll recruit you into Police Service’ – IGP to Bawku youth
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has appealed to the youth of Bawku to embrace peace, assuring them of priority in police recruitment as part of efforts to restore calm in the conflict-stricken area. Speaking during a visit to Bawku on Friday, April 11, IGP Yohuno highlighted …
Read More »Women embrace Kente weaving as a skill for livelihoods.
Kente fabric features distinctive traditional designs and patterns that define the culture and origins of specific tribes and their way of life. In Ghana, Kente weaving predominantly originated from two regions, the Ashanti and Volta regions, to be precise. Kente weaving is mostly the preserve of men. But the narrative …
Read More »Govt seeking partners to launch national airline—Transport Minister
Minister for Transport Joseph Bukari Nikpe has revealed that the government is actively seeking partnerships to establish a national airline, acknowledging that Ghana’s current economic challenges make it difficult to undertake the project independently. Speaking to staff of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, Joseph Bukari Nikpe shared that a shortlist …
Read More »A/R: Seven soldiers remanded over civilian deaths in Kumasi
The Suame District Court has remanded seven military officers, including senior officers and a driver, in connection with the alleged assault of some civilians, leading to the death of two victims. The officers allegedly assaulted three young men who were arrested on 28th March 2025 and taken to the 4th …
Read More »Govt suspends all post-retirement contracts for public servants
The government has ordered the immediate suspension of all post-retirement contract appointments for retired public service staff across the country. A directive issued on April 2, 2025, and signed by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, announced a halt to the granting of such appointments with immediate effect. …
Read More »Czech President condemns U.S. tariffs on Ghana and Africa as unilateral and harmful
The president of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, has strongly criticised the United States for imposing sweeping tariffs on African countries, including Ghana, without prior consultation or negotiation. He described the move as “brutal” and “unfortunate,” calling for a return to multilateral, rule-based trade discussions. Speaking during a joint press …
Read More »UW/R: 20-year-old sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for stealing
A 20-year-old man, Nawaf Abdulai, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the theft of two motorbikes in the Upper West Region. Abdulai and his accomplice, Awal Abass, who remains at large, stole a Haojue and a Luojia motorbike, with registration numbers M-21-449 UW and M-17-4607 UW, on …
Read More »Kumasi: School Bus kills two persons in a gory accident; another critically injured
A devastating accident occurred at Patasi in the Ashanti Region, resulting in the death of two individuals and leaving one person critically injured. The incident happened when the school bus, which belongs to Palmar International School at Patasi in the Kumasi Metropolis, lost control and crashed into a story building. …
Read More »Dozens die after torrential rain hammers Congolese capital
Torrential rains and floods have killed at least 33 people in Kinshasa – the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo – according to officials. “The republic will not abandon you,” President Félix Tshisekedi promised victims on Monday, saying he had called a government crisis meeting. Desperate residents are trying …
Read More »CJ Torkornoo responds to petitions for her removal
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has submitted her official response to the petitions seeking her removal from office, meeting the deadline set by President John Dramani Mahama. Sources close to the matter confirmed to uniquenewsgh news that the Chief Justice submitted her written response to both the President and the Council …
Read More »Vice President Opoku-Agyemang begins three-week medical leave
Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has embarked on a three-week medical leave starting April 7, 2025, following her doctor’s recommendation to focus on her health and recovery. Sources at Jubilee House confirmed this development. The Vice President’s leave comes after reports of recent health concerns, which required her to …
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