Banker, Mobile Money Agent Charged with Stealing

The two friends allegedly stole GHc80,766.00 which was suppose to be deposited at the bank An Accra Circuit Court on Friday granted two persons a bail in the sum of GH¢80,000.00 with three sureties each for allegedly stealing GH¢80,766.00 which was supposed to have been deposited with the Fidelity Bank. One of the sureties should … Read more

Minimum Capital Requirement; A Maximum Threat To Employment

All institutions established either for profit or not-for-profit purposes manage costs in their various dealings, with the people (human resource) being the most important and likely to be  the most expensive resource to acquire. All institutions therefore in their quest to cut down cost, will always look for ways to reduce the human resource population … Read more

Okyeame Kwame Receives Plaudits At ‘OK Stripped’

The man acclaimed as ‘Mr. Versatile’ last Friday put up a spectacular performances at the fourth edition of his OK Stripped live-band concert at the popular +233 pub in Accra, earning him plaudits from the audience. In a streak of wondrous performances and matured stage presentations, the rapper held his audiences spellbound, and got them … Read more

5 Football Matches To Include In Your Goals Galore Acca This Weekend

The goals galore coupon that many online betting UK bookmakers offer has proven to be very profitable among punters across the country. Not only do such coupons offer half-decent potential returns, but they’re also fairly easy to pick. Granted, you’ll come across the odd game or two that lets you down even though it’s a … Read more

Who Could Be Pakistan’s Next PM?

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif was Friday ousted from the top office by the Supreme Court, but as the head of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party he will be able to nominate his successor. Sharif’s chosen candidate will be put to a vote in the National Assembly — a rubber stamp affair as … Read more

Yellen Again Or Gary Cohn

As President Donald Trump looks to put his stamp on the Federal Reserve, an unexpected frontrunner has emerged to lead the US central bank: current Fed Chair Janet Yellen. Trump, in an interview Tuesday with the Wall Street Journal, confirmed that Yellen, who has led the Fed since 2014, was “in the running, absolutely,” along … Read more

Fidelity Bank Launches Mobile App To Expand Banking Services

Fidelity Bank has launched a state-of-the art mobile app, which seeks to make banking even more convenient for customers. The New Fidelity Mobile App allows users to access more banking services remotely. The Director for Strategic Partnership and E-Banking, Dr. William Derban commented that “As a bank, it is part of our focus to keep … Read more

In Chicago, Women Worried About Violence Join Gun Club

Her hands slowed by rheumatoid arthritis, 71-year-old Marietta Crowder stands in front of her paper target, steadies her gun and pulls the trigger. Shots are fired in quick succession. Crowder is perhaps not the typical patron of a gun club. But she is one of seven women learning to safely handle firearms at a shooting … Read more

Police Grab Judge’s Car Stealing Dealer

The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested a suspect, who is said to be the kingpin of fraud and robbery syndicate. The suspect, 36, was arrested after he has displayed a stolen judge’s car. The police alleged Nene Tetteh, who is a car dealer, spotted an unregistered Hyundai Accent saloon car displayed for sale on … Read more

Fidelity Bank Grows Agent Network

Largest privately owned Ghanaian bank, Fidelity Bank has expanded its agent network to make its services readily available to all customers and potential customers of the Bank. Under its Agency Banking Division, the Bank currently has over one thousand Agents across the ten (10) regions of Ghana. Fidelity Bank has also upgraded its Agent Management … Read more

Benin, A Ponzi Scheme and A Long Wait For Answers

Sadiatou used to be a well-off trader of traditional cloth at the market in Benin’s economic hub of Cotonou but now sells school equipment from the doorstep of her home. In 2010 she sank more than five million CFA francs ($8,700, 7,600 euros) into an investment scheme that promised a quick profit. “It’s a deposit … Read more

Barclays Charged With Fraud In Qatar Case

Barclays and four former executives have been charged with fraud over their actions in the 2008 financial crisis. The Serious Fraud Office case relates to the way the bank raised billion of pounds from Qatari investors enabling it to avoid a government bailout. Former chief executive John Varley is one of the four ex-staff who will … Read more

Philanthropist Feeds 300 On His Birthday

Mr Flint Kwame Honour, a Banker has fed over 300 less privilege people on the street of Accra as part of his charity activities. The charity activity dubbed “Reach With Me” saw friends and family of Mr Honour supporting in the distribution of nicely packed food with drinks and bottled water as part of his … Read more

Nigerian Senate Leader Acquitted In Graft Case

The leader of Nigeria’s Senate was on Wednesday cleared of corruption charges, ending of one of the most high-profile trials in President Muhammadu Buhari’s anti-graft campaign. Lawyers for Bukola Saraki argued prosecutors had failed to establish a case alleging that he made a false declaration of his assets before and after his tenure as governor … Read more

Nigerian Senate Leader Acquitted In Graft Case

The leader of Nigeria’s Senate was on Wednesday cleared of corruption charges, ending of one of the most high-profile trials in President Muhammadu Buhari’s anti-graft campaign. Lawyers for Bukola Saraki argued prosecutors had failed to establish a case alleging that he made a false declaration of his assets before and after his tenure as governor … Read more

Men ‘planned To Use 7.5 Tonne Lorry’

But the three men failed to provide payment details and the vehicle was not picked up, prompting them to use a smaller van from a DIY store instead. The men drove into pedestrians on the bridge before stabbing people in Borough Market seven days ago. Police said the men tied 12in (30cm) pink ceramic knives … Read more

I Owe My Success To the Power of Prayer

Mrs Georgina Wood, who retired today as Ghana’s longest serving Chief Justice, has attributed her outstanding stewardship to the power of prayer, and thus urged the leaders of the nation to draw from that divine power to succeed. Addressing a service to mark her 70th Birthday at the Assemblies of God Ringway Gospel Centre in … Read more

Jared Kushner Is Becoming More Well-Known and More Disliked

The number of people who say they don’t know who Jared Kushner is has decreased, and the number of people who dislike him has increased since April, according to a new poll. Kushner, the husband of President Donald Trump’s daughter Ivanka, has enjoyed relative anonymity in the White House despite the fact that the 36-year-old … Read more

Chief Justice ‘grateful For Support’ As She Spends Last Day In Office

A Praise and Thanksgiving Service has been held in honour of Chief Justice, Georgina Wood, on Tuesday evening as she leaves office Thursday. She retires from office after 47 years of public service, part of which includes nine years as Chief Justice. Judicial Service Secretary, Justice Alex Poku-Acheampong, at the Thanksgiving Service expressed gratitude to … Read more

Energy Exports A Lifeline For Boycott-Hit Qatar

A Saudi-led diplomatic and economic blockade against Qatar may threaten food imports but the tiny emirate still has a lifeline through its gas and oil exports, experts said Tuesday. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Bahrain and Yemen have suspended all diplomatic ties to gas-rich Qatar, halting flights to and from the country and ordering Qatari … Read more