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The notorious armed bandit, Adinda Akpo Abdul Moudjibou, who had been giving Ghanaian police the slip for over a year, has finally been busted in Togo. The daring criminal, also known as Mohammed Djandjo, had been on the run following a string of high-profile heists in posh areas like East Legon, Cantonments, and Ridge in Accra. DCOP Lydia Donkor, the bigwig in charge of Police CID, spilled the beans that Moudjibou, the kingpin behind a spree of brazen robberies targeting the wealthy and powerful, had been operating with his partner-in-crime, Alidu Marzouk, alias Rashid Bawa. Marzouk had already been nabbed…

Outspoken social commentator and founding president of IMANI-Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has demanded the swift termination of the controversial KelniGVG contract initiated by Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, despite the change in government. Expressing his disappointment at the ongoing engagement and payments to KelniGVG, Cudjoe is adamant that the Mahama government should not wait until 2028 for the contract to end, but should act decisively now. The private firm KelniGVG signed the contentious contract in 2018 with the Akufo-Addo government under Minister for Communication Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, aimed at monitoring revenues from telecommunication companies. IMANI was among the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) that strongly opposed…

Alhaji Seidu Agongo, the Executive Chairman of Alive Industry Group, has given GHS500,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, known as the Mahama Cares initiative. This donation responds to former President John Dramani Mahama’s call for corporate support to address the rising issue of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Ghana. At the event, Agongo, who runs a dialysis center, highlighted the initiative’s importance for everyday Ghanaians. He pointed out that each dialysis session costs about GHS700, and many patients need three sessions a week, making it unaffordable for those struggling to meet basic needs. He felt compelled to contribute to the…

By Philip Antoh The Health Minister, Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, thanked Telecel Ghana and other companies for their generous donations to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, known as MAHAMACARES. These contributions were made during a short ceremony aimed at supporting the fund’s sustainability and coinciding with the launch of the Maha Markets initiative. He expressed that such support is vital for improving healthcare in the country, especially in combating non-communicable diseases like cervical cancer. He highlighted the connection between health and productivity, stating that healthy individuals perform better, making investment in NCD treatment beneficial for businesses. Telecel Ghana provided advanced…

By Philip Antoh The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has reported two cases of Mpox in Accra and is taking immediate action to control the virus and stop it from spreading further. In a statement on May 15, 2025, the GHS reassured the public that the situation is manageable and there is no cause for alarm. They are collaborating with the Ministry of Health to implement important health measures to prevent any further spread. Mpox is a viral infection that spreads through close contact with infected people, animals, or contaminated items. Symptoms include skin rashes, fever, swollen lymph nodes, headaches, muscle…

NPP bigwig Mr. Justin Kodua Frimpong has sent a clear message to party peeps eyeing top spots: cool your jets and wait for the nod from above. In a top-secret memo seen by The New Republic and bearing the signature of the General Secretary, it spells out a stern reminder: ‘No champ can hustle party honchos until official nominations are a go – hands off the button-pushing and back-scratching.’ Mr. Frimpong laid down the law, pointing out that this rule squares up with the party’s drive for a fair shake in its internal elections. Any early birds trying to swoop…

….Urges Patience Amid Akufo-Addo’s Legacy Mess By Philip Antoh The National Democratic Congress (NDC) General Secretary, the outspoken Mr. Fiifi Fiavi Kwatey, has come to the defense of President John Mahama’s 120-day agenda, asserting that it’s premature to judge the President’s progress in rectifying the economic and national woes left behind by the Akufo-Addo administration. In a passionate plea to Ghanaians, Mr. Kwatey stressed the need to allow President Mahama more time as he navigates the challenges inherited from his predecessor. He emphatically stated that a mere 120 days is insufficient to gauge the efficacy of the President’s actions in…

By Philip Antoh In a groundbreaking move, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government is poised to shake up road tolling with the introduction of a cutting-edge smart system by the year’s end. Speaking at a vibrant community gathering for the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway project in Accra on May 13, 2025, the dynamic Road Minister, Mr. Kwame Agbodza, unveiled plans to roll out the innovative tolling system before 2025 bids adieu. Addressing stakeholders at the project’s National Stakeholder engagement launch, Mr. Agbodza highlighted the obsoleteness of traditional toll booths, citing them as a nuisance for motorists. Praising the Economic Community of…

By Prince Ahenkorah The latest World Health Organization (WHO) Results Report for 2024 shines a light on the significant strides made in global health objectives, even amidst financial wavering on the world stage. Released ahead of the upcoming 78th World Health Assembly, scheduled for 19–27 May 2025, the report offers a mid-term evaluation of WHO’s efforts in executing the Programme budget 2024–2025. It presents a glimpse of the progress towards the strategic priorities outlined in the Thirteenth General Programme of Work, 2019–2025. Across over 150 countries and territories, the WHO’s work is showcased in the report, delving into the implementation…

In a recent development, the Airport District Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old suspect, Adam Mohamed, for his involvement in the illegal trade of narcotic substances. The arrest took place on Saturday, 10th May 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m. during a special police operation conducted at Aboabo No.1. The operation was aimed at apprehending individuals engaged in narcotics trafficking within the area. During the search, police retrieved the following items from the suspect; 35 packs of 250mg Tramadol, 28 packs of 120mg Tramadol, 11 packs of 225mg Tramadol, approximately 50 empty cartons used for packaging and transporting the drugs. Additionally,…