Author: Barbara Quarshie
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GRA Denies Claims of Imposing Customs Duties in Foreign Currencies
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has refuted claims suggesting that it imposes customs duties in foreign currencies, stating that such assertions are misleading and should be disregarded. In a press release issued on May 16, 2024, the GRA clarified that the computation of duties and taxes is based on the value of vehicles in their…
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Seun Kuti Explains Why His Father, Fela, Married 27 Women in One Day
Notable Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has explained why his father, the renowned artist Fela Kuti, married 27 women in one day in 1978. For years, the reason behind this unconventional decision remained unexplained. Seun, while featured on the ‘Fresh Off The Boat’ podcast via Skype, revealed that his father’s decision was an attempt to preserve…
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E-Money and KCee Promise to Support Junior Pope’s Family at His Burial
Famous businessman E-Money and his brother, singer KCee, have publicly promised to support the family of the late actor Junior Pope by ensuring the education of his three children. Junior Pope, who passed away in a boat accident in April, 2024 was laid to rest on May 17 amid tears and a somber atmosphere. The…
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Elsie Okpocha Explains Why She Won’t Reconcile with Ex-Husband Basket Mouth
Basket Mouth’s ex-wife, Elsie Okpocha, took time off her busy schedule to address netizens who frequently advise her to reconcile with her ex-husband. In a recent Instagram post, the mother of two shared her reasons for not intending to return to her ex-husband. Elsie emphasized that no woman willingly leaves her marriage unless she has…
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Former All Black Sid Going Dies at 80
Sid Going, who played 86 times for the All Blacks, including 29 tests, has passed away at the age of 80. Going died on May 17, 2024. The news was confirmed by Northland Rugby on Saturday morning. Going had a distinguished career with North Auckland, playing 110 games for the province. NZ Rugby CEO Mark…
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Longtime Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson Dies at 61
Jaye Robinson, a four-term city councillor who represented Ward 15 – Don Valley West for almost 14 years, has died at the age of 61. Robinson, who had been ill for several years, passed away on May 16, 2024, while still serving in her role. Robinson announced in 2019 that she had been diagnosed with…
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Queeneth Hilbert Criticized for Raunchy Movie Scene, Responds
Nollywood actress Queeneth Hilbert has responded to criticisms following a raunchy movie scene she shared on her Instagram page. The video depicted Queeneth twerking vigorously on a man seated by a pool during what appeared to be a lively party scene from a movie set. As the dance intensified, other individuals joined in, adding to…
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Longtime Texas Motor Speedway Chief Eddie Gossage Dies at 65
Eddie Gossage, the longtime head of Texas Motor Speedway and an influential promoter in motorsports, has died at the age of 65. Gossage passed away on May 16, 2024, according to Speedway Motorsports president and CEO Marcus Smith, who praised Gossage’s legendary promotions and his deep connections within the sports and entertainment industries. Gossage stepped…
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DJ Azonto Demands $10 Million from Bawumia for Unauthorized Use of His Song
Ghanaian musician DJ Azonto’s management team is demanding $10 million in compensation from Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for the unauthorized use of DJ Azonto’s hit song “Fa No Fom” during the Vice President’s presidential campaign events. In a press statement by the Rolls Royce Family, the team revealed that the song was used without…
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Darren Dutchyshen, Longtime Canadian sportscaster Dies at 57
Veteran TSN broadcaster Darren Dutchyshen, one of Canada’s best-known sports journalists, has died at the age of 57. Dutchyshen passed away on May 15, 2024, surrounded by his closest loved ones, according to a family statement that did not elaborate on the cause of death. Born in Regina and raised in Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan, Dutchyshen…
