The Director General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has ended a visit to Genlot Game Technology and Huawei Executive Exchange in China. This visit aims to position the NLA to adopt advanced technologies and inform strategies for modernizing Ghana’s lottery sector through innovation and global partnerships. During the visit, Mr. Abdul-Salam engaged with Huawei technology experts, gaining valuable insights into digital solutions that can improve transparency, security, and efficiency in lottery management. These discussions will help shape the NLA’s strategic roadmap toward developing a more modern, technology-driven lottery system. The NLA’s emphasis on technology adoption aligns…
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Ghanaian comic actor Koo Fori, known in private life as Samuel Seth Kwabena Kyere Karikari, has pleaded not guilty to charges of defrauding a US-based Ghanaian of $50,000. The actor appeared before the Dansoman Circuit Court on Monday, May 12, following his arrest by the Accra Central Police Command on Friday, May 9. He was charged with defrauding under false pretences and was subsequently granted bail to the tune of ₵320,000 with three sureties. According to police sources, the “Efiewura” TV series star allegedly received the funds from the California-based victim under the pretext of facilitating a legitimate investment opportunity.…
The 26th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) took place at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre on Saturday night, May 10, marking another memorable celebration of Ghanaian music talent. The event was characterised by a vibrant display of glitz, glamour, and cultural pride as artists, industry stakeholders, and fans gathered for one of the country’s biggest nights in entertainment. Following the red carpet showcase, which featured striking fashion statements and creative expressions, the spotlight shifted to the main event, where nominees across various categories eagerly awaited the results. As the night progressed, several nominees…
Some traders within the Makola and Okaishie business hubs are pushing back against mounting calls to immediately reduce the prices of goods, despite the recent rebound of the Ghanaian cedi against the US dollar and other major foreign currencies. In recent weeks, the cedi has shown resilience, reversing months of depreciation. This development has reignited public expectations for price reductions, particularly on imported goods. However, many traders argue that their current stock was purchased at much higher exchange rates, making immediate price cuts financially unfeasible. Rebecca Ofosuwaa, a retailer of household consumables, shared her perspective: “I disagree with the calls…
Former National Signals Bureau boss, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, remains in custody despite completing the court’s seven working day remand directive. The former security chief, on trial for charges including stealing, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state, was initially remanded on Friday, May 2, over allegations of witness tampering. However, his lawyer, Samuel Atta Akyea, informed the court on Tuesday, May 13, that his client had been rearrested on a separate matter after the initial remand period had lapsed. Although he did not provide details about the new arrest, the Attorney General had earlier indicated that Adu-Boahene was under…
A private citizen, Eric Dumenu Akatsi, has formally petitioned the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) over what he describes as a suspicious display of wealth by Mr Samuel Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Goldbod. The incident in question occurred on Saturday, 10th May 2025, when Mr Gyamfi was seen in widely circulated videos gifting bundles of US dollars to controversial evangelist Nana Agradaa while seated in his Range Rover. In his petition, Mr Akatsi referenced Article 218(e) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which empowers CHRAJ to investigate alleged or suspected corruption and abuse…
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has accused the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, of flaunting opulence and leading an ostentatious lifestyle. The accusation follows the circulation of a video showing Gyamfi handing over U.S. dollar bills to self-styled evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Nana Agradaa. The NPP claims the act reflects a troubling level of extravagance for a government appointee and went further to allege that Gyamfi uses the U.S. dollar as his regular currency of choice. Addressing a press conference, NPP National Organiser Henry Nana Boakye argued that the party’s concerns…
Manchester United have no plans to sack head coach Ruben Amorim this summer even if he fails to oversee a victory in the Europa League final, a report has revealed. Amorim was hired in November to try and fix a mess left behind from the reign of former boss Erik ten Hag, but few could have predicted the situation in which the Red Devils would find themselves at this point in the campaign. United have fallen down to 16th in the Premier League standings but can restore some credibility by beating fellow strugglers Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has broken his silence on what happened to him at Bawku recently. During a courtesy call to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia Palace on Friday, May 9, he revealed that he received intelligence advising against his travel to Bawku, but he chose to ignore the warning. On April 11, 2025, IGP Yohuno narrowly escaped harm when unidentified gunmen allegedly fired at his official vehicle following a visit to the Bawku Naba’s Palace. “When I got to Bolgatanga, the intelligence I got was that it will be difficult for me…
Many Ghanaians are outraged after Sammy Gyamfi, Chief Executive of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), publicly gifted a large sum of U.S. dollars to Evangelist Mama Pat popularly known as Agradaa. While Agradaa claimed the cash—stacked in $100 bills—amounted to $2,000, suspicions abound that the actual sum was far greater. A viral video shows Gyamfi, who also serves as the NDC’s National Communications Officer, counting and handing over the dollars to Agradaa. The spectacle has drawn widespread condemnation, with critics decrying it as unethical for a public official. Some are now demanding his resignation or dismissal, citing potential corruption and…