Author: Barbara Quarshie

  • Blessing CEO’s comments on women prioritizing love and affection over money stir reactions

    Blessing CEO’s comments on women prioritizing love and affection over money stir reactions

    Relationship expert Blessing CEO has sparked a lively online debate with her recent comments on why many women prioritize love and affection over financial stability in relationships. During a recent TV appearance, Blessing CEO shared her insights and advice, particularly addressing men’s tendencies to flaunt wealth early in relationships. She cautioned against this, suggesting that…

  • The Electoral Commission opens applications for special voting

    The Electoral Commission opens applications for special voting

    The Electoral Commission (EC) has commenced the application process for special voting, set to take place on Monday, December 2, 2024, across all 276 constituencies in Ghana. Applications for special voting will be accepted until July 1, providing an opportunity for eligible individuals and institutions with justifiable reasons to participate in this electoral process. The…

  • Uche Maduagwu criticizes Yul Edochie over recent advice, demands DNA test for Judy Austin’s child

    Uche Maduagwu criticizes Yul Edochie over recent advice, demands DNA test for Judy Austin’s child

    Nollywood actor Uche Maduagwu has launched a scathing attack on his colleague Yul Edochie following controversial advice given by the latter regarding relationships with married women. Yul Edochie recently made headlines after a video surfaced where he advised men to steer clear of relationships with married women. He emphasized the spiritual consequences, warning that such…

  • Paul Okoye’s fiancée, Ivy Ifeoma, faces backlash for not celebrating him on Father’s Day

    Paul Okoye’s fiancée, Ivy Ifeoma, faces backlash for not celebrating him on Father’s Day

    Ivy Ifeoma, fiancée of Afrobeat star Paul Okoye, has come under fire online for not celebrating him on Father’s Day. Criticism arose from Oriretan Honour, a social media user, who questioned Ivy’s decision not to mark the occasion, especially given her professed love for Paul. Honour stressed the importance of such gestures, suggesting they could…

  • Joe Elmore, beloved host of NPT’s ‘Tennessee Crossroads,’ passes away at age 80

    Joe Elmore, beloved host of NPT’s ‘Tennessee Crossroads,’ passes away at age 80

    Joe Elmore, the iconic host of NPT’s ‘Tennessee Crossroads,’ passed away on 17 June 2024 at the age of 80 after battling a prolonged illness, Nashville Public Television confirmed. Elmore, known for his 37-year tenure on the show, which took viewers across Tennessee’s small towns and unique locales, left a lasting impact on both his…

  • Health Minister – Cabinet Has Not Approved Mandatory Health Insurance Policy for Non-Resident Visitors

    Health Minister – Cabinet Has Not Approved Mandatory Health Insurance Policy for Non-Resident Visitors

    Health Minister Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye has clarified that the proposed mandatory health insurance policy for non-resident visitors entering Ghana has not received approval from the cabinet. Reports circulating earlier indicated that starting July 1, 2024, foreign nationals arriving in Ghana would be required to purchase a compulsory health insurance policy, costing between $45 and…

  • EU Raises Concerns Over Suspected Fraud in Local Pineapple Exports

    EU Raises Concerns Over Suspected Fraud in Local Pineapple Exports

    The European Union (EU) has raised concerns over suspected fraud involving local pineapple exports from Ghana to the European market. According to the EU’s January 2024 Report on Agri-Food Fraud Suspicions, pineapples exported from Ghana to Belgium were found to contain higher than permitted levels of ethephon, a plant growth regulator used to promote fruit…

  • Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Wins 2024 Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award

    Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Wins 2024 Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award

    Jaylen Brown was celebrated with the prestigious NBA Finals MVP award at TD Garden on Monday night. Following the Boston Celtics’ decisive victory over the Dallas Mavericks, which secured their 18th franchise championship and first since 2008, Brown emerged as the standout performer throughout the series. While Jayson Tatum was a focal point entering the…

  • Super Rugby Player Connor Garden-Bachop Passes Away at Age 25

    Super Rugby Player Connor Garden-Bachop Passes Away at Age 25

    New Zealand Rugby has confirmed the passing of Super Rugby player Connor Garden-Bachop at the age of 25. According to a statement from New Zealand Rugby, Connor passed away in Christchurch on Monday, June 17 2024 following a medical event. Connor, the son of former All Black Stephen Garden-Bachop and nephew of ex-All Black Graeme,…

  • John Mahama Vows to Abolish Ineffective One Village-One Dam Initiative

    John Mahama Vows to Abolish Ineffective One Village-One Dam Initiative

    John Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, has pledged to abolish non-essential projects like the “One Village-One Dam” initiative if elected. Mahama aims to reallocate funds towards more economically viable ventures to bolster state revenues. He argues that strategic economic policymaking is crucial amidst current economic challenges, emphasizing the need to reduce government spending.…