The Methodist Church Ghana has reacted to reports of a lawsuit filed at the Supreme Court against Wesley Girls’ High School (WGHS), stating it is working to secure the official court papers and will vigorously protect its interests. In a statement released on Friday, November 28, and signed by the Presiding Bishop, Most Rev. Prof. Johnson K. Asamoah-Gyadu, the Church said it had been alerted “through the media to a pending suit in the Supreme Court intituled Shafic Osman v. The Board of Governors, Attorney-General & Ghana Education Service.” Although the Church has not yet been formally served, it indicated...
Hong Kong Apartment Fire: Death Toll Hits 128, Fears of More Casualties
Hong Kong is reeling from its deadliest fire in decades after a blaze tore through a crowded apartment complex in the Tai Po area, killing at least 128 people and leaving nearly 200 unaccounted for. Officials confirmed on Friday that firefighters managed to bring the inferno under control after battling it for 42 hours. At least 79 people sustained injuries, many of them in critical condition. Hong Kong’s Secretary for Security, Chris Tang, told journalists that the death toll could rise further as authorities continue to identify victims and search for those missing. “It ignited the mesh nets (and) quickly...
Speaker Cites Afenyo-Markin for Contempt, Refers Matter To Privilleges Committee
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has cited Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin for contempt and referred him to the Privileges Committee for further inquiry. This follows a petition from Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, who accused Afenyo-Markin of opposing a decision that excluded him from Ghana’s ECOWAS Parliament delegation. Presiding over proceedings on Thursday, November 27, the Speaker stated: “I refer the complaint against the Minority Leader to the Privileges Committee and report to the House.” He further urged the Committee to handle the matter with professionalism and neutrality while calling on MPs to refrain from public commentary. Ayariga’s petition, filed...
Gender Minister Visits Dansoman Market After Devastating Fire
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has visited the Dansoman Market to commiserate with traders affected by the recent fire outbreak that destroyed several stalls and tragically claimed the life of an eight-year-old girl. During her visit, Dr. Lartey interacted with affected traders and assured them of government’s commitment to support their recovery efforts. She emphasized that the Ministry would work closely with relevant agencies to provide coordinated relief and help traders rebuild and return to business. The Minister also pledged psychosocial support for traders traumatized by the incident, noting that the...
Bagbin: Kpandai Seat Not Vacant Until Legal Window Expires
Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has clarified that the Kpandai parliamentary seat cannot be declared vacant at this stage, despite a High Court ruling that annulled the 2024 election results and directed the Electoral Commission (EC) to organise a rerun within 30 days. Speaking in the House on Thursday, November 27, Bagbin explained that although the judgment nullifies the earlier declaration of Matthew Nyindam as Member of Parliament, the law requires a mandatory seven-day stay of execution for all High Court decisions subject to appeal. “The effect of the order, to my understanding, is that the EC is...
Speaker Affirms Nyindam Still MP Despite Court Annulment
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has clarified that Kpandai legislator Matthew Nyindam remains a sitting Member of Parliament, notwithstanding the Tamale High Court’s nullification of the 2024 parliamentary election results in the constituency. Addressing the House on Thursday, November 26, Speaker Bagbin explained that under Court of Appeal procedures, the filing of a notice of appeal automatically suspends the High Court’s ruling for seven days. He pointed out that since the judgment was delivered on November 24, 2025, the suspension remains valid until December 1, 2025. “During this period, the High Court ruling cannot form the basis...
Ten Arrested Over Viral Video Showing Abuse of Two Women in Wassa Dawurampong
The Special Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), working in collaboration with the Western Central Regional Police Command, has arrested ten suspects captured in a viral video assaulting two young women in Wassa Dawurampong in the Western Region. The disturbing video, which circulated widely on social media, showed the women being physically harassed and subjected to degrading treatment by a group of men who accused them of stealing money from a gold-buying shop. According to a statement issued by the Regional Police Command, three of the men identified in the footage — Eric Donkor, known...
GoldBod Jewellery Unveils Ghana’s First 24-Hour Digital Gold Showroom
GoldBod Jewellery Limited has launched Ghana’s first-ever 24-hour digital gold showroom, opening up instant global access to the nation’s finest handcrafted jewellery and investment-grade gold tablets. The new e-commerce platform, jewellery.goldbod.gov.gh, was unveiled by Managing Director, Getrude Emefa Donkor, who described the initiative as a bold step toward ending Ghana’s long-standing reliance on exporting raw gold only to import finished jewellery. “Our retooled operations now focus on transforming Ghanaian gold into world-class products made entirely by Ghanaian artisans,” Donkor said, emphasizing the company’s commitment to value addition and local craftsmanship. The showroom offers customers across the world a seamless digital...
MoGCSP Launches 2025 “16 Days of Activism” Campaign at Kaneshie Market
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has officially launched the 2025 edition of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign at the bustling Kaneshie Market, drawing together development partners, civil society organisations, transport sector leaders, and members of the public in a united call to end violence against women and girls. This year’s campaign, held under the theme “Unite! End Digital Violence Against Women and Girls,” shines a spotlight on the growing dangers of online abuse, including cyberbullying, image-based sexual exploitation, and sextortion. Delivering the keynote address, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister for...
Salisu Shines Despite Own Goal in Monaco Draw
Ghana Black Stars defender Mohammed Salisu endured a night of mixed fortunes in AS Monaco’s UEFA Champions League encounter with Cypriot side Pafos, where he was named Man of the Match despite scoring a late own goal. The French club was held to a 2-2 draw after Salisu inadvertently turned the ball into his own net in the 88th minute. A header from Pafos substitute Mons Bassouamina struck the post and deflected off the Ghanaian international before crossing the line. While the incident denied Monaco a win, Salisu’s overall performance drew widespread praise. He dominated defensively, winning nine of 10...