Scores of Ghanaians have gathered at the premises of the Akropong District Court in the Ashanti region for the hearing of the lynching case involving budding musician, Wilberforce Appiah, known in showbiz circles as Wyllbee. The Sowutuom-based artiste met his unfortunate death when he allegedly visited his girlfriend in Tanoso in the Ashanti region. Wyllbee…
A Supreme Court nominee, Justice Sophia Essah has stated that one cannot simultaneously be a lawyer and a judge based on the Constitution of Ghana. According to her, the roles of a judge and a lawyer are distinct, and once a person enters one of these professions, they cannot practice the other. “You cannot be…
A Court of Appeal Judge, Justice Sophia Essah, has urged women to persevere and work diligently in their chosen fields to achieve success. According to her, women are expected to do double the job required in overcoming challenges and earning respect, particularly in male-dominated environments. She said this during her appearance before the Appointments Committee…
Chaos erupted at the Appointments Committee of Parliament as the Minority attempted to halt the vetting of two individuals nominated by President Akufo-Addo for the Supreme Court. Justice Sophia Bernasko Essah and Professor Richard Frimpong Oppong were set to answer questions regarding their eligibility for the Supreme Court on August 13. However, even before the…
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) says it has increased its surveillance in the wake of the outbreak of the Mpox disease in some 15 African countries. This, according to the GHS, is to ensure the country minimizes its exposure. Currently, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed a total of 2030 cases and 13 deaths this year…
Health authorities in Ghana are ramping up their surveillance systems in response to a significant increase in Monkeypox (Mpox) cases since the beginning of 2024. The virus has been spreading to countries that were previously unaffected, prompting concern across the continent. According to a statement from the World Health Organization (WHO), 15 African countries are…
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has saved over GH¢94 million worth of properties from being ravaged by fire between January and July this year. They are made of residential buildings, industrial properties and other public facilities. This highlights the GNFS’ improved fire management strategies and the growing efficiency in preventing extensive damage despite its…
Major General David Taluvu (rtd), the Sierra Leonean Minister of Internal Affairs, has praised the Ghana Police Service, stating that its quality has set a new standard for policing in Africa. He remarked that other African nations, including Sierra Leone, are keen to learn from the innovations and practical leadership driving the recent transformation within…
The Fiapre Traditional Council has provided further details on its decision to re-establish ties with the Asanteman and pursue the elevation of their chief to paramount status, despite their location within the Bono Region. This decision is supported by four royal families from the Fiapre Bofrese Aduana lineage. The traditional leaders explained that their interest…
The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has proposed to the Electoral Commission (EC) to adopt a system that will electronically transmit election results directly from the polling stations to its website in the 2024 elections. Rev Dr Fred Deegbe, a representative of the Centre, said such a system would help to check the irregularities…
