The Western Regional Minister Dr. Kwaku Afriyie, has said that, the fight against illegal mining known as Galamsey will be sustained to bring an end to the abuse of Ghana’s mining laws and the environment. Mr. Afriyie believes that, even though the state stood aloof whilst the abuse in the mining space was rampant, the … Read more
A so-called suicide game that’s allegedly targeting teens in Russia may now be finding its way around the globe, specifically in the U. K. and Brazil, according to various reports. Though it may be an urban legend, the Blue Whale has been reported by many outlets to be a social media game that has “curators” … Read more
“If those journalists who pride themselves on reporting corruption in others, then ask for unofficial payment for themselves, isn’t that a touch hypocritical?…At the very least, you know, now that you will never receive any ‘soli’ from the British High Commission” (John Benjamin, British High Commissioner to Ghana). THE IRONY OF “SOLI” JOURNALIST LIKE KWEKU … Read more
A Ghanaian Coventry University graduate, Mutsru Mumuni Muqthar has called for the need for African countries to be vigilant in order to ward off any imminent terrorists attacks in the region. He has expressed his commitment to fight terrorism with an on-going campaign he is embarking on. According to Mutsru Mumuni Muqthar, he has at … Read more
The immediate past Ghana’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom Victor Smith has stated that corruption is endemic in Ghana due to bad leadership the country has had. He said leaders have preached anti-corruption and integrity at every turn but many turn around to do otherwise to undermine the high moral ground proffer to uphold. “Our … Read more
Great Olympics coach Tom Strand has lashed out at a section of the club’s supporters for neglecting the team in times of difficulty. The Swedish, who took charge few weeks ago, is yet to record a win in two games. The Wonder Club suffered a 2-1 defeat at Tema Youth on Wednesday which followed their … Read more
Corruption remains a serious obstacle to peace in Afghanistan, the UN said in its first report on the issue released Tuesday, in which it welcomed the government’s efforts but said implementation is still a challenge. The report, “Afghanistan’s Fight Against Corruption: The Other Battlefield”, cited positive anti-graft steps by the government, including the formation of … Read more
Under the leaderships of the Ex- Presidents, late John Atta Mills and John Dramani Mahama from 2009-2016, there were so many evidence of abuse of incumbency and neglect of justice which led to the abuse of the rights of many people by some people believed to be affiliated to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) which … Read more
More than 100 wives and partners of police are protesting in Paris against attacks on police following the killing of an officer on the Champs Elysees. The Angry Police Wives group is marching through the city two days after Xavier Jugele was shot twice in the head by criminal Karim Cheurfi. Two other officers were … Read more
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and Internet use have increased very much both nationally and internationally. This has enabled many to use the ICT and the Internet for so many good things. It has allowed people to learn new knowledge, interact with others and entertain themselves. While engaging on the plethora of good adventure, others … Read more
Since forever, for one reason or another, I have stayed “woke” in regards to all forms of oppression and social injustices; in my personal life, my professional life, and society generally; as if I have been primed for them. I am unsure whether it was enrolling in a Gender and Development course for a year … Read more
COALITION on Domestic Violence Legislation in Ghana (DV Coalition) has called for the establishment of two gender-based and sexual offences court in the district courts to increase women’s access to justice in the country. According to a report released by the DV Coalition dubbed: “State of the Nation’s Response to Sexual and Gender-based Violence Response,” … Read more
COALITION on Domestic Violence Legislation in Ghana (DV Coalition) has called for the establishment of two gender-based and sexual offences court in the district courts to increase women’s access to justice in the country. According to a report released by the DV Coalition dubbed: “State of the Nation’s Response to Sexual and Gender-based Violence Response,” most … Read more
One afternoon, young Mexican engineer Jethro Sanchez was out partying. Hours later, he was dying, his father says — burned with acid and choking on earth as soldiers buried him alive. Mexico called in the armed forces a decade ago to fight drug crime. But critics say the military has not been trained for that … Read more
The Western Regional Director of Education, Enyonam Afi Amefugah, who allegedly caned a Class 2 female teacher of Well-Road Methodist School at Sekondi in front of her pupils, has apologized for her action. The female teacher, Eva Mensah, was purportedly caned by the director for whipping some of the pupils, who showed up in class … Read more
A Pakistani petrol station attendant was stabbed to death during an “absolutely horrific” crime spree in Australia, authorities said, fearing Friday that the attack was terror-linked. The 29-year-old man was found with multiple stab wounds late Thursday after allegedly being attacked by two teenage boys. Police believe the pair, aged 15 and 16, went on … Read more
Three residents of Kumasi in the Ashanti Region have dragged four persons including COP Kofi Boakye, the former Regional Police Commander before a Kumasi High Court for contempt. The applicants-Adwoa Adowaa, Abusuapanin Ohene Tufour and Abena Mensah want the court to imprison the Police Chief for demolishing and destroying properties on a parcel of land … Read more
Those who are attracted to the manipulative type are usually those who want to make others happy. “People pleasers” who are searching for happiness but who may not have the best self-esteem are prime targets. If you have trusted too much too often, if your relationship has become something that turns your stomach into knots, … Read more
BBC News NI has tracked down a serial child sex abuser who admitted his crimes to police but has never been brought to justice. Henry Clarke, 75, confessed to abusing three different boys at care homes in Northern Ireland. A retired church pastor, he has been living in Canada since he made the admissions in … Read more
Five people have been charged over an attack on a teenage asylum seeker in south London, police say. The Kurdish-Iranian victim was approached at a bus stop before being chased and subjected to a “brutal attack” by up to 30 people. The student was left with a fractured skull and a blood clot on his … Read more