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Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has appealed to delegates in Sene East to entrust him with the party’s leadership ahead of the 2028 general elections, citing his long-standing loyalty and service to the NPP. Addressing delegates on Wednesday, October 15, Dr. Bawumia reflected on his 16-year journey with the party, underscoring his consistent commitment through both victories and challenges. “I have faithfully served the New Patriotic Party for the past 16 years,” Dr. Bawumia stated. “In 2008, while serving as Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, I was invited by Nana…

Ghanaian skit maker and filmmaker Ben South has revealed that he spent about GH¢60,000 on the production of his upcoming movie titled 24. Speaking to Kwame Dadzie on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z, Ben South said this is his second movie project after building a strong reputation through his popular online skits. “Some of the actors took GH¢2,000, some took GH¢3,000. The entire budget for the production is 5,000 dollars, that is GH¢ 60,000 cedis,” he disclosed. Explaining the choice of title, Ben South said he wanted something unpredictable. According to him, some movie titles give away too much of the storyline, but he…

D’Angelo, whose cool tunes and one hot music video made him a legend of neo-soul music, has died, according to a statement from his family. He was 51. “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life,” his family said in a statement provided to CNN by RCA, his longtime record company. He died on Tuesday “after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer,” his family said. “We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves…

Six individuals, including a toddler and the mother, have sustained various degrees of injuries in a shooting incident at Obuasi Kwabenakwa in the Ashanti Region. The toddler, who was shot in the leg, remains in critical condition, while others have been treated and discharged. According to eyewitnesses, the suspect, Kofi Cole, fired shots in celebration of a court victory in a chieftaincy dispute. Sources close to Luv News revealed that the suspect joined the victors in the dispute, who went around the community with rickshaws in celebration of their victory. During the process, shots were fired into the air, leading…

Reggae-dancehall artiste Ras Kuuku has criticised musicians who say they are not interested in winning awards, describing such remarks as insincere. Speaking to Doreen Avio and Kwame Dadzie on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz, the ‘Wo’ hitmaker said every musician craves recognition for their work, and awards remain one of the highest forms of validation in the music industry. “Any artiste who says they don’t do music for awards is lying. Awards bring joy and make fans proud. It’s a recognition of your hard work. When you win, it means the music you planted has borne fruit. If you don’t, then…

The National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has called on party members who have not yet been appointed to government positions to remain loyal and continue supporting President John Dramani Mahama’s administration. Speaking during a meeting with NDC executives and supporters in Hohoe as part of his three-day “Thank You” tour of the Volta Region, Mr. Asiedu Nketia emphasised that the number of qualified individuals within the party far exceeds the available government appointments. “It is impossible for everyone to be appointed at once,” he explained. “President Mahama has a four-year term and…

Ghanaian Afro-fusion star Gyakie has earned multiple Grammy considerations, marking another milestone in her international rise. The songbird, known for her silky vocals and emotive delivery, has been recognised across several major categories. Her After Midnight project has been considered for Best Global Music Album, while her single Sankofa has received nods for Best Global Music Performance and Best Music Video. In addition, her collaboration with 6LACK on Damn U has been listed for Best African Performance. These recognitions highlight Gyakie’s growth as an artiste who bridges cultures through sound. Her ability to blend soulful melodies with African rhythms continues…

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has arrested twenty-one (21) traders for displaying and selling their wares on open drains at the Agbogbloshie Market, in violation of the city’s sanitation and public health regulations. The operation, which took place on Tuesday, was led by Public Health Officers from the Assembly as part of ongoing efforts to sustain cleanliness in the Agbogbloshie enclave following the National Sanitation Day exercise held a fortnight ago and the reintroduction of the Clean Ghana Campaign Train — a sustained citywide initiative to enforce hygiene and environmental health standards. Prior to the enforcement exercise, the Mayor of…

Professor of Economics at the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) of the University of Ghana, Peter Quartey, has cautioned that Ghana must implement strong safeguards to protect local industries under the newly announced zero-tariff trade arrangement with China. Speaking in an interview on Joy FM’s Newsnight on Tuesday, October 14, Prof Quartey stressed that while the removal of tariffs could enhance trade and improve access to goods, it also poses a potential threat to domestic manufacturers if not carefully managed. “The fact that there is zero tariff doesn’t mean we should allow cheap, low-quality products to enter…

Aspiring General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and former Member of Parliament for Subin, Eugene Boakye Antwi, says his decision to contest the party’s top administrative position stems from a deep conviction to rebuild, reform, and reignite the NPP into a more effective, disciplined, and results-driven political force. Speaking on Citi FM’s Eyewitness News on Tuesday, October 14, Mr. Boakye Antwi stated that the NPP’s internal structures have become “weak and disconnected”, a situation he believes contributed significantly to the party’s disappointing performance in the 2024 general elections. “I am contesting for the General Secretary position because I…