Ghana’s creative arts industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor William Addo, affectionately known as “Akpatse”, who passed away peacefully on November 22 at the age of 72 after a prolonged battle with health complications. Addo was a towering figure in Ghanaian theatre and film, celebrated for his unforgettable performances on GTV’s Thursday Theatre...
Author: Baina Media (Baina Media)
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Man Arrested After Viral Video Shows Him Giving Child a Cigarette
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a man captured in a widely circulated video allegedly giving a cigarette to a child—a development that has sparked public outrage over child safety and welfare. According to a statement issued by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on November 22, 2025, the suspect, identified in the release as Samuel...
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EC Staff Petitions President Mahama Over Alleged Misconduct by Chairperson and Deputies
A staff member of the Electoral Commission (EC), Joseph Blankson Adumadzie, has formally petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to initiate proceedings for the removal of EC Chairperson Jean Mensa and her two deputies, Dr Bossman Eric Asare and Samuel Tettey. Mr Adumadzie, in a statement issued Monday, November 24, said the petition was filed under...
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Vice President Opoku-Agyemang Represents Ghana at AU–EU Summit in Luanda
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang is in Luanda, Angola to represent President John Dramani Mahama at the ongoing 7th African Union–European Union Summit. Her Excellency is expected to deliver Ghana’s national statement at the high-level gathering, which brings together African and European leaders to deliberate on shared priorities. The statement will highlight Ghana’s focus on...
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Kotoko Charged Over Social Media Posts After Samartex Draw
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has charged Asante Kotoko SC following comments posted on the club’s official social media platforms after their goalless draw against FC Samartex on Matchday 11 of the Ghana Premier League. The incident stems from a controversial late penalty awarded to Samartex, which Kotoko goalkeeper Mohammed Camara saved to preserve the...
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Court Adjourns Ofori-Atta, GRA–SML Case
The Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra has adjourned the case involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and seven others over their alleged roles in the controversial Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) revenue assurance contract with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). The matter, which was scheduled for hearing on Monday, November 24, 2025, could...
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US Rescinds Tariffs on Ghana’s Cocoa and Agricultural Exports
The Government of Ghana has welcomed the decision by the United States Administration to rescind the 15 percent tariffs previously imposed on Ghana’s cocoa and selected agricultural products. In a Facebook announcement, Minister for foreign affairs, Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, disclosed that Washington has officially communicated the tariff reversal to Accra. He noted that the...
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Bandits Demand ₦100m Ransom Each After Kwara Church Abduction
Armed assailants who seized around 35 congregants from the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke-Igan, Eruku, in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, have allegedly demanded a ransom of N100 million for each captive, The PUNCH has gathered. Several relatives and community leaders confirmed on Thursday that the kidnappers had reached out to the families...
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Gender Ministry Condemns Viral Video of Child Forced to Smoke; Calls for Swift Prosecution
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has expressed deep concern over a viral social media video showing a group of men forcing a young child to smoke a cigarette. The Ministry has described the act as abusive, criminal, and a violation of the child’s rights and dignity. In a statement issued on...
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22 Electoral Coordinators Endorse Dr. Bawumia for 2028 NPP Flagbearership
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has been hailed as a visionary leader, with supporters insisting he possesses the qualities needed to transform Ghana if given the mandate as president. This endorsement came from 22 out of 25 electoral area coordinators in Assin South, who publicly declared their backing for Dr. Bawumia to remain the...