Author: Barbara Quarshie
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Family of Labone SHS Student Allegedly Assaulted by Housemaster Petitions Education Ministry
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has been petitioned to investigate an alleged physical assault on Abraham Sambou, a final-year student of Labone Senior High School in Accra. Sambou was allegedly assaulted by Eric Agyemang, the senior housemaster known as ‘Power.’ In a petition made available, Sambou’s family claims that on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Agyemang…
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Egypt Cracks Down on Tourism Companies Following Hajj Deaths
Egypt has withdrawn the operating licenses of 16 tourism companies and referred them to the public prosecutor. These companies are accused of being responsible for the deaths of Egyptian pilgrims in Mecca. This action was taken by a crisis unit headed by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. Medical and security sources reported that at least 530…
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Gospel Musician Yaw Sarpong Responds to Ex-Wife’s Damning Allegations
Gospel musician Yaw Sarpong has addressed recent allegations made by his ex-wife, Adwoa Pinamang. Sarpong stated that their marriage ended 20 years ago when Pinamang abandoned him and their children. In a radio interview, Pinamang claimed that Sarpong’s family has denied her access to care for her ailing ex-husband. She also accused Tiwaa, a female…
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Akufo-Addo Orders GH¢1.5bn Bailout for Banking Sector Clean-Up Victims
President Akufo-Addo has directed the Finance Ministry to release GH¢1.5 billion to assist customers affected by the banking sector clean-up exercise. This was announced by Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam during a UK Town Hall meeting over the weekend. Dr. Amin Adam stated that the president’s instruction mandates the disbursement to be completed between…
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Actor Joseph Hergurson Warns Youth: “Look at What Drug Abuse Did to Me and Learn
Ghanaian actor Joseph Hergurson has come forward to share his harrowing experience with drug addiction, urging young people to steer clear of substance abuse to avoid the devastating consequences it has had on his life. Hergurson, once a highly sought-after actor in the country, revealed that his career took a downturn due to his prolonged…
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Who was Julio Foolio? All About The American Rapper and his Cause of Death
Jacksonville, Florida, rapper Foolio, whose real name is Charles Jones, was shot and killed on the morning of Sunday, June 23, 2024, in Tampa. His lawyer confirmed the news. Police were called to a hotel in uptown Tampa just before sunrise after receiving reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found two vehicles in…
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Obuasi: Angry Youth Vandalize Church and Assault Pastors
On Friday, June 21, 2024, Pastor Maxwell Amoako, also known as David Ba, and his junior pastors at David Miracle Worship Center in Nyamebekyere, Obuasi, were brutally assaulted by a group of angry youths. The incident, which took place in the Ashanti Region, also involved significant vandalism of the church property. According to the Obuasi…
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Obibini Criticizes Amerado, Claims He’s Switched to Singing Due to Poor Rapping Skills
Ghanaian rapper Obibini has reignited his rivalry with fellow artist Amerado, suggesting that Amerado’s recent focus on singing indicates his lack of proficiency in rap. Obibini, known for his previous diss tracks aimed at Amerado, expressed his thoughts in an interview with Amansan Krakye. He sarcastically remarked that he’s pleased Amerado has recognized that rap…
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Real World Alum Sarah Becker Dies at 52
Sarah Becker, known for her appearance on MTV’s “The Real World” Season 5, has passed away at the age of 52. Becker was a cast member in the fifth season of the reality series set in Miami. According to TMZ, Becker died by suicide in June 2024 at her home in Illinois, as confirmed by…
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Song Theft: Tiwaa Rockson of Hallelujah Voices Criticizes Team Eternity’s Remarks to Her Husband
Tiwaa Rockson, singer of the popular “Defe Defe” song, has voiced her displeasure over the handling of a copyright issue by Team Eternity. The controversy revolves around claims of song theft involving a track produced by Kwame Mickey, known for his work on the original “Defe Defe.” Kwame Mickey has demanded that Team Eternity address…
