Author: charles Akor

MCE Hopeful Armah: Joshua Nii Armah Solomon Okaikwei North, Accra – April 5, 2025 – Joshua Nii Armah Solomon, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Deputy IT Director and aspiring Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Okaikwei North, today reinforced his commitment to grassroots service through a series of community engagements. Supporting the Abofu Ward Clean-Up Initiative Solomon joined forces with Eric Aryeetey and Isaac Adjei Bobre (Unit committee leader), the organizers of a community clean-up exercise at Abofu Ward. While Aryeetey and Bobre spearheaded the initiative, Solomon actively participated in the sanitation efforts, working alongside the Abofu youth and volunteers to…

NDC Leadership Race 2028: Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang Leads in New Poll Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang Leads NDC Leadership Poll A recent Global InfoAnalytics poll on voter preferences for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) leadership in 2028 positions Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as the frontrunner with 25.0% support. She is followed closely by: Haruna Iddrisu (20.7%) Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson (12.9%) Surprising Rankings in the NDC Leadership Race Longtime NDC stalwart and National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, once considered a top contender, ranked fifth with 9.8%, falling just behind Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (9.9%). Asiedu Nketiah has been a dominant force within the party, particularly as a grassroots mobilizer. However, his lower…

Okaikwei North MCE Aspirant Joins H.E. Mahama on GARID Project Inspection Abofu, 2nd April 2025 — Joshua Nii Armah Solomon, a leading Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) aspirant for Okaikwei North, joined H.E. John Dramani Mahama and a high-level government delegation to inspect progress on the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) storm drain project in Abofu. Project Overview: Enhancing Flood Resilience The GARID initiative (funded by the World Bank) replaces outdated trapezoidal drains with wider rectangular structures, engineered to: ✔ Increase floodwater capacity ✔ Boost climate resilience ✔ Mitigate flooding in vulnerable communities across Greater Accra This aligns with broader efforts to improve urban infrastructure in flood-prone areas. High-Profile Delegation The inspection team included key…

Ahmed Suale Murder: Prime Suspect Faces Court Today Investigative Journalist’s Murder Case Takes a New Turn Daniel Owusu Koranteng, the prime suspect in the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale, is set to appear before court today, Wednesday, April 2, 2025. His arrest and impending trial mark a significant step in the long-awaited pursuit of justice. Background: The Assassination of Ahmed Suale Ahmed Suale, a key investigative journalist with Tiger Eye PI, was tragically gunned down in January 2019 in Madina, Accra. His work, which exposed corruption in Ghanaian politics and sports, earned him both national and international recognition—along with…

Severe Water Crisis in Klefe Demete: Residents Demand Immediate Government Intervention Klefe Demete’s Water Crisis: A Community in Distress Residents of Klefe Demete in the Ho Municipality are facing a dire water crisis, despite being connected to Ghana Water Limited. With dry taps and a broken borehole, many rely on unsafe water sources, raising alarming health concerns. Residents Struggle as Water Sources Dry Up Prince Kumah, a resident, expressed frustration: “The Kpeve Water Processing Plant issues have left us without a regular water supply. Even our community borehole has been broken for years.” Without access to clean water, daily life has become a challenge. Women…

Cyber Security Authority Warns of Alarming 83% Surge in Online Fraud Cases in Ghana Report fraud immediately → Online Financial Fraud Reaches Crisis Levels in Ghana The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has issued an urgent national alert following an analysis showing GH₵4.4 million lost to cybercrime in just the first quarter of 2025. This represents an 83% increase compared to the same period last year, with over 350 confirmed cases reported through official channels. According to the CSA’s 2025 Cyber Threat Report, the most vulnerable groups include: Mobile money users (42% of cases) Online shoppers (33%) Social media users (25%) The Bank of Ghana Financial Stability Report confirms this…

Ghana’s Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams Mourns Tragic Death of Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju Nigerian Boxer || Boxing World in Mourning: Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju Dies After Ghana Fight Accra, Ghana – March 31, 2025 – The boxing community is grieving after the tragic passing of Nigerian light-heavyweight boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju, who died following a match against Ghana’s Jon Mbanugu at the Bukom Boxing Arena. The incident has sparked urgent discussions about fighter safety protocols in professional boxing. International Boxing Association (IBA) Safety Guidelines Minister Adams’ Heartfelt Condolences to Family and Boxing Community Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, expressed deep sorrow, calling Olanrewaju a “talented,…

Uganda-Based Convicted War Criminal Forms Rebel Group in Congo New Rebel Movement in Ituri: A Growing Threat to Eastern Congo’s Stability The security situation in eastern Congo’s Ituri province has taken a concerning turn as Thomas Lubanga, a convicted war criminal, announces the formation of a new rebel group. The group, Convention for the Popular Revolution (CPR), aims to challenge the government and further destabilize the region already plagued by conflict. This move comes at a time when Congo’s military is struggling to contain the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in other parts of eastern Congo, raising alarms about a potential escalation…

Trump Hints at Third Term Showdown Against Obama: Is It Possible? Trump Teases a Third-Term Presidential Run Against Obama U.S. President Donald Trump has once again floated the idea of running for a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution explicitly barring any president from serving more than two terms. Speaking from the Oval Office on Monday, Trump suggested that Americans still want him in the White House and even entertained the idea of running against former President Barack Obama. “That would be a good one, I’d like that,” Trump remarked when asked about a hypothetical race…

Nigeria’s Age Limit Bill: A Step Toward Youth Inclusion or Political Discrimination? Introduction: A New Era for Nigerian Politics? A proposed bill currently under review in the Nigerian House of Representatives aims to disqualify individuals above 60 from contesting for the offices of President and State Governor. Sponsored by Imo lawmaker, Ikenga Ugochinyere, the bill has triggered nationwide debates on youth inclusion and political discrimination. According to a report from Premium Times Nigeria, the bill successfully passed its second reading at the lower legislative chamber on Thursday, setting the stage for a rigorous legislative process. Key Provisions of the Age…