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Haruna Babangida

With a strong following across Sekondi-Takoradi and Ghana, Haruna Babangida has solidified his reputation as one of the leading radio hosts. Known for his infectious energy, his deep knowledge of pan Africanism and reggae music , Haruna Babangida has captivated listeners from all walks of life. Each day, his popularity continues to soar, serving as a unifying force within the reggae culture. Haruna Babangida has a wealth of experience to his sleeves. His broadcasting journey began in 2009 with Diamond FM in Tamale before relocating to the southern part of the country to join Melody FM. After an impressive eight-year tenure with Melody FM, he expanded his reach to Ocean1 TV in 2018, subsequently joined the Takoradi wing of the Global Media Alliances YFM in 2019, then to EIB's Empire Fm and back to Melody Fm as the General Manager. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, earning him multiple nominations at prestigious awards such as the Ghana DJ Awards and the Radio and Television Personality Awards (RTP Awards). Recognized for his unique approach of blending reggae music with current affairs, Haruna Babangida uses his platform to address socio-political issues and African history, garnering admiration and establishing himself as a household name in the industry. He aims to entertain, inform, and educate listeners. Haruna Babangida doubles as the Country Director of the African Renaissance Magazine. He is a Documentary Filmmaker, a PR Executive, a Writer, a Storyteller and a Broadcast Journalist.

DRC governor walks through flooded streets, finds infant while visiting affected families

Amid devastating floods that have ravaged parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Governor Christian Kitungwa of Tanganyika province took a hands-on approach to crisis response, personally navigating the flooded streets to assess the damage and support affected families. Heavy rains caused rivers to overflow overnight, washing away entire villages and claiming the lives […]

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Faith vs. Football: Nations FC’s Emmanuel Annor Fined for “I Belong to Jesus” Celebration

In a dramatic turn of events during a Ghana Premier League fixture between Nations FC and Asante Kotoko, forward Emmanuel Annor found himself at the center of controversy, not for his goal-scoring prowess but for his post-goal celebration. Annor, after netting a crucial goal, removed his jersey to reveal an undershirt emblazoned with the words,

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The history behind sekond-takoradi.

Sekondi is a name derived from the Old Prussian word “Taccarary“. Which meant “second” after the settlement was chosen as the second location for a shallow water harbour.  The origins of Takoradi is conflicted. In one account it is a combination of the Portuguese word “taccarada” or “Taccarary” (Old Prussian) and an Ahanta word “ntakor”. Sekondi, the older and larger of the two

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Ghana’s Relay Team: A Rising Force Ahead of the World Athletics Championships

Ghana’s men’s 4x100m relay team has once again proven its mettle on the global stage, securing qualification for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Their electrifying performance at the World Relays in Guangzhou, China, where they clocked a season-best 38.32 seconds, has cemented their status as one of Africa’s most formidable sprint teams.  As

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U.S. Court slashes $18m defamation fine AGAINST KENNEDY AGYAPONG to $500

A United States Court has significantly reduced the $18 million defamation damages awarded against Ghanaian politician and former Member of Parliament, Kennedy Agyapong, to just $500. The Superior Court of New Jersey awarded investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas $18 million in damages in a defamation lawsuit against the former MP, and one Frederick Asamoah, a

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Meet Professor Frimpong-Boateng, Famous Ghanaian physician and cardiothoracic surgeon.

Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng FGA (born 1949) is a Ghanaian physician and cardiothoracic surgeon who established the National Cardiothoracic Center in Accra, Ghana and the Ghana Red Cross Society. He is also the president of the Ghana Heart Foundation and was the chief executive officer of Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra. A well-known figure in his country, Frimpong-Boateng was elected a Fellow of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences in December 2002.

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Timbuktu; home to the world’s greatest collections of ancient manuscripts.

Timbuktu is an ancient city in Mali, situated 20 kilometres (12 miles) north of the Niger River. It is the capital of the Tombouctou Region, one of the eight administrative regions of Mali, having a population of 32,460 in the 2018 census. Archaeological evidence suggests prehistoric settlements in the region, predating the city’s Islamic scholarly and trade prominence in the medieval period.

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