Suame MP Donates GH¢100,000 to Fire Victims at Suame Post Office Market

Ebenezer Madugu
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Suame MP Donates GH¢100,000 to Fire Victims at Suame Post Office Market

The Member of Parliament for Suame Constituency, Hon. Lawyer John Darko, has extended a generous support of GH¢100,000 to traders affected by the recent fire outbreak at the Suame Post Office Market.

The donation, presented during a visit to the market site, is aimed at helping the victims begin to rebuild their livelihoods while awaiting the full reconstruction of the market.

Speaking at the scene of the incident, Hon. Darko expressed deep sympathy for the affected traders, describing the fire as a devastating blow to their primary means of survival.

“It is heartbreaking to see hardworking traders lose everything overnight. But we must take consolation in the fact that no lives were lost. That alone gives us hope to rebuild,” he said.

The MP further revealed that he is in active discussions with the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Suame and has plans to escalate the matter to the Ministry of Local Government to fast-track reconstruction efforts.

He also assured the traders that he would collaborate with the assembly to secure a temporary trading location for them while construction is underway.

Some of the affected traders, visibly emotional during the MP’s visit, expressed their heartfelt appreciation for the support and solidarity shown by their representative.

The fire, which swept through the market over the weekend, destroyed several stalls and goods worth thousands of cedis. While investigations into the cause are ongoing, the community continues to rally support for the victims.

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Three Obstacles Standing in Ghana’s Way Ahead Of the 2026 World Cup

Najat Adamu
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Three Obstacles Standing in Ghana’s Way Ahead Of the 2026 World Cup

For over 20 years, Ghana has been a World Cup favorite, but it looks like that could change in 2026. Over the past several years, the Black Stars’ once-proud program has collapsed.

Their failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations tournament for the first time since 2004 last fall was the conclusion of that. Changes have been made in response to the setback, but will they be sufficient to prevent a dismal World Cup showing the following summer?

We’ll go over the Black Stars’ top three challenges below, along with our predictions for how they will develop over the next ten months.

Claims Against Thomas Partey

The status of Thomas Partey, Ghana’s outstanding midfielder, is the team’s biggest issue. The veteran, who was named Ghana Player of the Year in 2018 and 2019, has been the Black Stars’ captain for many years. He signed with Arsenal, a major player in the English Premier League, in 2020 as a result of his remarkable talent, but that contract ended abruptly earlier this year.

While Arsenal and Partey were negotiating a new deal, allegations of sexual assault from 2022 in the UK came out again during the summer. Arsenal ended talks with the police once they ultimately charged the star last month. Despite fans’ mixed reactions to his debut, Partey is currently with La Liga’s Villareal.

The Black Stars will not have a chance to go past the group stage if Partey is not included in their final World Cup roster. They will have an advantage due to the larger field, but losing such a vital player would be terrible.

But Ghana’s national team might suffer as a result of Partey’s inclusion on the squad. There would be a huge distraction in the locker room if a UK court were still deliberating over such grave accusations. Seeing the team solve the leadership problem is difficult.

Addo Resuming Leadership

Ghana has experienced upheaval at the management position in addition to potentially losing their best player. In 2022, legendary Otto Addo captained the squad for a short time before stepping down following the World Cup. After they struggled further, the Black Stars made the decision to bring him back to the position in April 2025.

Despite being one of Ghanaian football’s brightest names, Addo has no managerial experience. Prior to 2021, he was an assistant with Borussia Dortmund. A veteran team would make the task easier, according to some team officials, but others have recommended bringing the former great back to manage.

The leadership of the national team takes a risk when they believe that the experience of the roster will lessen the significance of the manager’s job. Because they thought Addo’s legendary status would add more to the team, they might have been oblivious to his managerial shortcomings.

In addition to his lack of tactical experience, Addo is now having to cope with the Partey accusations. He is being charged with protecting the locker room from the scandal in addition to dealing with increasing media attention.

Pressure From the Public 

Compared to the Black Stars’ finest years, the strain on them seems to be even greater now. Expectations are high, and as the team lags behind African competitors like Morocco, Senegal, and Cameroon, fans’ ire has grown. Team authorities made some significant decisions as a result of the backlash following their failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations.

In our opinion, Ghana might face significant challenges from public pressure if the World Cup began today. Time might be on their side, though.

Fans’ and pundits’ expectations have started to be tempered by the team’s difficulties. Ghana is predicted to finish in the bottom 15 to win the World Cup by the majority of major bookies. They are on par with Georgia, Iran, and Ireland based on their odds. Fans are now reconsidering even utilizing their free bets to support their team because of it.

If those hopes are not fulfilled, this team’s strategy for the international championship next summer may be totally altered. As they did more than twenty years earlier, the team could flourish as an underdog because they had nothing to lose.

Former CJ Can Return to Courtroom – Nana Yaw Sarpong

Ebenezer Madugu
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Former CJ Can Return to Courtroom – Nana Yaw Sarpong

Nana Yaw Sarpong, Political Aide to Alan Kyerematen, says the removed Chief Justice can still serve as a Justice of the Superior Court, as her removal only applies to her role as Chief Justice.

Speaking on Bullet TV’s Morning Target, Sarpong stressed that the constitutional process under Article 146 was followed, and there is no legal barrier stopping her from resuming courtroom duties.

“She hasn’t been removed as a judge, only as Chief Justice. She can still return to the bench,” he said.

He urged critics of the removal to base their arguments on legal grounds and suggested a national review of Article 146 to improve future procedures.

Sarpong also advised the former Chief Justice to consider early retirement and maintain her image as a stateswoman.

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Ghana Media and Entrepreneurship Awards 2025: High Tension Foundation Wins NGO of the Year

Ebenezer Madugu
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Ghana Media and Entrepreneurship Awards 2025: High Tension Foundation Wins NGO of the Year

The High-Tension Foundation has been honored with the prestigious NGO of the Year award at the Ghana Media and Entrepreneurship Awards 2025, solidifying its impact and leadership in social development, especially in advocating for the aged and vulnerable.

As part of the recognition, the Foundation has received exciting opportunities, including an international partnership trip to Dubai and the upcoming appointment of its CEO as a brand ambassador for a corporate product, further expanding its influence and reach.

High-Tension Foundation

During the awards presentation held in the studios of Atinka FM, the Founder and CEO of the Foundation, renowned broadcast journalist Cecilia Akosua Agyeiwaa High Tension, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the organizers for the honor.

She extended special appreciation to the management of Tobinco Media Group, particularly the Executive Chairman, Elder Samuel Amo Tobbin, and his wife, Mrs. Araba Sika Tobbin, for their continued support of impactful initiatives across Ghana.

Akosua High Tension also commended her dedicated team at the Foundation for their unwavering commitment and tireless work.

In her remarks, she emphasized the importance of volunteering and caring for the elderly and vulnerable, calling it a crucial tool for national development and social cohesion.

High-Tension Foundation

This recognition not only highlights the Foundation’s achievements but also sets the tone for greater impact in the years ahead.

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Akwatia by-election: “We take it in good faith” — NPP accepts defeat

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Akwatia by-election: “We take it in good faith” — NPP accepts defeat

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has accepted defeat in the Akwatia by-election, acknowledging the outcome as the will of the people.

The Electoral Commission’s certified results showed Bediako securing 18,199 votes of the total valid votes cast. His closest rival, Kwame Asumadu of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), garnered 15,235 votes.

Owusu Patrick of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG) trailed far behind with 82 votes. Out of the total ballots cast, 33,819 were valid, while 303 were rejected.

Eastern Regional Secretary of the NPP, Tony Osei-Adjei, said while the party is disappointed, it respects the decision of the constituents.

“We are a bit disappointed because that wasn’t what we expected but the constituents have spoken so we take it in good faith,” Osei-Adjei stated.

Reflecting on the late Ernest Kumi’s commitment to the constituency, Osei-Adjei expressed regret that the party was unable to retain the seat in his honour.

“To some extent, we disappointed him because he has lost his life in trying to maintain the seat. He won, he had ran every bit of his life chasing to restore his honour and dignity to his constituents,” he said.

He also referenced the legal challenges Kumi faced prior to his death.

“Somewhere along the line he lost when the Supreme Court gave the first ruling and it was left with the Koforidua court to take a decision on it.”

Source: Citinewsroom.com

NDC’s Bernard Bediako Baidoo Wins Akwatia By-Election with 54.3% of Votes

Kwaku Quansah
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NDC’s Bernard Bediako Baidoo Wins Akwatia By-Election with 54.3% of Votes

In a closely watched contest held on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Bernard Bediako Baidoo, the candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), emerged victorious in the Akwatia parliamentary by-election. The Electoral Commission officially declared Bediako as MP-elect, having secured 18,199 votes, equivalent to 54.3% of the valid ballots cast. His closest rival, Solomon Kwame Asumadu of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), garnered 15,235 votes, while Owusu Patrick of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG) trailed with a marginal 82 votes. A total of 33,516 valid ballots were recorded across 119 polling stations, alongside 303 rejected ballots.

The by-election was necessitated by the passing of the sitting MP, Ernest Yaw Kumi (NPP), earlier this year. As one of Ghana’s historically volatile swing seats, Akwatia drew intense campaign activity and national scrutiny. The NPP’s defeat marks a crucial shift signaling a regain of ground by the NDC in a constituency that has alternated between the two major parties.

Despite concerns around voter suppression and election-day tensions, the Ghana Police Service deployed more than 5,500 officers to maintain order. While isolated incidents such as the tearing down of campaign posters were reported and addressed, the electoral process concluded without widespread disruption.

The outcome offers a momentum boost to the NDC, with analysts interpreting the win as a bellwether for shifting voter sentiment ahead of the 2028 general elections.

Akwatia By-election Voting Has Concluded, Counting Has Begun

Najat Adamu
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Akwatia By-election Voting Has Concluded, Counting Has Begun

Now that the by-election for the Akwatia Constituency is officially finished, ballots are being counted at the various polling stations. The Electoral Commission (EC) confirmed that polls closed at 5 p.m. after a day of voting at 119 locations throughout the constituency.

Currently, electoral officers are tallying the ballots under the watchful eyes of neutral observers, security guards, and party agents.

In the by-election, Solomon Asumadu of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Bernard Badidoo Bediako of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have been fighting each other in a bitter battle.

Following the death of former MP Ernest Kumi, the seat became vacant, and the NPP is making an effort to retain it. The constituency as a whole reported a good attendance, notwithstanding a few stressful moments earlier in the day.

Security personnel have stayed out of the way to ensure a peaceful process while the counting continues. It is expected that the results will be compiled and made public by the Electoral Commission later tonight.

UN: Landslide in Sudan Kills Hundreds

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UN: Landslide in Sudan Kills Hundreds

The warring parties were urged “to silence the guns and unite in facilitating the swift and effective delivery of emergency humanitarian assistance to those in need” by Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the head of the African Union Commission.

Images depict two valleys that meet at a lower level, where the settlement of Tarseen formerly stood, on the side of a mountain. In the western Darfur area, the civil war between the RSF and the Sudanese army that began in April 2023 has sparked charges of genocide and sent the nation into hunger.

Although there are many different estimates of the number of persons murdered in the civil war, a US official this year put the death toll as high as 150,000 since fighting started in 2023. Twelve million people have left their homes.

The Sudanese military has promised to fight alongside the RSF, according to factions of the Sudan Liberation Movement/Army, which is in control of the region where the landslide took place. Many Darfuris think that the RSF and its affiliated militias have fought a war to turn the ethnically diverse area into an area dominated by Arabs.

Source: BBC News

Hennessy Africa Cypher has been controlled by three Ghanaian rappers Since 2023

Najat Adamu
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Hennessy Africa Cypher has been controlled by three Ghanaian rappers Since 2023

The Hennessy Cypher has rapidly grown into a significant barometer for identifying the top-ranked nation’s rappers. The Cypher was first used in Nigeria in 2016 to promote the country’s top rap artists.

The Cypher brought in talent from Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania as it spread to other African nations by 2023.  And with its incredible talents, Ghana has dominated since its expansion.

Since 2023, these three gifted rappers at the Hennessy Africa Cypher have represented Ghana with pride. Acts like Octopizzo (Kenya), M.anifest (Ghana), MI Abaga (Nigeria), and Vector (Nigeria) were part of the first-ever Africa Cypher.

Versatile lyricist M.anifest received a lot of appreciation for his flow and delivery on the beat, even though MI Abaga and Vector gave it their all during the fiercely contested duel. The Africa Cypher tabled artists such as Kaligraph Jones (Kenya), Ladipoe (Nigeria), Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa), and Sarkodie (Ghana) in 2024.

Young Lunya (Tanzania) and Didi B (Ivory Coast). Performers such as Sarkodie (Ghana), Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa), Ladipoe (Nigeria), Kaligraph Jones (Kenya), Didi B (Ivory Coast), and Young Lunya (Tanzania) were included on the Africa Cypher in 2024. Notwithstanding the intense competition, Sarkodie’s lyrical content—rather than just his delivery and flow—distinguished his verse.

In his poem, he criticised record labels for exploiting artists, igniting discussions throughout Africa. Ghana won the championship once more. South Africa’s Kabza De Small produced the 2025 edition, which had an incredible lineup: Joey B

Femi One (Kenya), Ms. Banks (Nigeria), Blaqbonez (Nigeria), Javia (Tanzania), and Ghana. Joey B of Ghana, who received a lot of accolades for his exceptional performance, remained unaffected by this.

African hip-hop fans, many of whom are from Nigeria, praised Joey B’s verse highly, calling it a potent declaration of Ghana’s supremacy in the genre.

Akwatia by-election: NPP Third Vice Chairman slapped in scuffle with Azorka’s escort

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Akwatia by-election: NPP Third Vice Chairman slapped in scuffle with Azorka’s escort

Tensions flared at the Akwatia Lorry Station in the Vawaso Electoral Area on Tuesday during the ongoing by-election, when a confrontation broke out between Alhaji Osman Masawudu, the third National Vice Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), and the escort of the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) Vice Chairman, Chief Sofo Azorka.

Narrating the incident, Alhaji Masawudu said the altercation occurred while he was speaking to the media near the Akwatia Zongo area, where he had been deployed to monitor the polls.

“I have been assigned to supervise and monitor the election at Akwatia Zongo. In fact, I was granting an interview when a national vice chairman of the NDC, Azorka — because of ignorance — comes straight to where I was granting an interview to attack me,” Masawudu recounted.

He alleged that the confrontation unfolded in full view of security personnel.

Eyewitnesses confirmed that the altercation escalated quickly, with a member of Azorka’s escort reportedly slapping Masawudu before police intervened to restore order. No arrests have been confirmed so far.

The clash adds to a string of confrontations between supporters of the two main political parties as voting continues across 119 polling stations in the Akwatia Constituency.

More than 50,000 registered voters are expected to cast their ballots by close of polls in the high-stakes by-election.

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