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Over 500,000 Tramadol Pills Seized At Tema Port In Major Drug Smuggling Bust

Authorities at Ghana’s Tema Port have seized over 500,000 high-strength Tramadol pills in a major crackdown on illegal drug imports. The consignment, concealed within cargo linked to Hayaq Logistics, was intercepted by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and the Customs Division in what officials describe as one of the largest pharmaceutical busts in recent times. […]

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Shirley Frimpong-Manso Criticizes Ghanaian Media’s Obsession With Tyler Perry’s ‘Straw’

Renowned Ghanaian filmmaker Shirley Frimpong-Manso has expressed her disappointment in the Ghanaian media for giving overwhelming attention to Tyler Perry’s latest movie Straw, while ignoring homegrown films. In a recent interview, she questioned why her own work doesn’t receive the same level of hype and support. “Why are we talking about Tyler Perry’s movie when

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UK Bans South Africa’s Julius Malema Over Support For Hamas And Racial Comments

South African opposition politician Julius Malema has been barred from entering the United Kingdom after being labeled “non-conducive to the public good” by the UK Home Office. According to an official letter released by Malema’s party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), the decision was linked to his vocal support for Hamas and controversial public statements

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Makola Onion Seller’s GHC2 Million Lawsuit Against Telecel Sparks National Debate On Privacy Rights And Corporate Accountability

In a compelling turn of events that has ignited public debate and brought legal and ethical questions to the fore, Madam Faustina Djagbele Abbey, an onion seller at the bustling Makola Market in Accra, has filed a GH¢2 million lawsuit against Telecel Ghana. The suit, lodged at the High Court on May 23, 2025, accuses

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A Tense Theatre Of Justice: Minority Leader’s Personal Jabs Spark Uproar During Vetting Of Justice Hafisata Ameleboba

What was meant to be a constitutional exercise in oversight and institutional integrity took a controversial turn during the parliamentary vetting of Justice Hafisata Ameleboba when the Minority Leader of Ghana’s Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, was accused of veering off the bounds of professional interrogation into personal and politically charged territory. The session, held by

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Blasting Discontent: Essipon Residents Confront GDC Quarry Operations Amid Mounting Tensions

In the Western Region, a long-simmering tension between the Ghanaian Development Company (GDC) quarry and residents of Essipon has re-emerged with renewed intensity. The latest episode in the escalating dispute centers around allegations of excessive blasting and unsafe quarrying practices, which residents claim are threatening their lives, homes, and peace of mind. The community’s appeals

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UNICEF Projects Africa To Host 40% Of World’s Children By 2050, Calls For Urgent Investment

By 2050, four out of every ten children in the world will be living in Africa, according to a new projection by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). This significant demographic shift presents both a challenge and a powerful opportunity for African countries and development partners to invest in the continent’s youngest generation. UNICEF Ghana

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Ghana Loses $11 Billion To Gold Smuggling In Five Years, Report Links Trade To UAE

Ghana has reportedly lost over $11 billion in gold revenue due to widespread smuggling activities, with much of the illicit gold traced to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to a new report by Swissaid, a nonprofit research group. The report uncovered a staggering trade gap of 229 metric tons between Ghana’s recorded gold exports

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WAEC Commends Smooth Completion Of 2025 BECE Despite Minor Setbacks

The 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) officially comes to a close today, Wednesday, June 18, with candidates writing the final paper in Arabic (Essay & Objective). The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has expressed satisfaction with the overall smooth conduct of this year’s exams across the country. Speaking on the exam’s progress, WAEC’s Head

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Fire Destroys Korle Bu Medical Lab Offices, Nearby Buildings Saved

A fire broke out late Tuesday night, June 17, 2025, at the Medical Laboratory complex of the Korle Bu Medical School in Accra, damaging key administrative offices. Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) successfully contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading to nearby buildings. According to a statement from the GNFS Greater

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