British-Ghanaian rapper and philanthropist Stormzy is set to receive an honorary doctorate in law from the University of Cambridge in recognition of his contributions to education, music, sports, and literature. Stormzy, born Michael Ebenezer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr., has played a significant role in supporting Black students in higher education. In 2018, he launched the Stormzy Scholarship, which provides full financial support to two Black British students at Cambridge each year, covering their tuition and living expenses. The initiative later expanded with additional backing from HSBC UK, increasing the number of beneficiaries to ten students per year. To date, 55…
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Gyakie, the Ghanaian Afro-Fusion star known for her captivating sound and heartfelt lyrics, has announced the title of her debut album, “After Midnight.” In an Instagram post, Gyakie shared the inspiration behind the album title stating, “Almost all the songs on the album got recorded after midnight. Within those same hours, I get the best inspiration to write. The peace and quiet, the sounds from the birds, the serenity—everything from those hours helps my creativity a lot.” “I’ve done a lot of crying after midnight too. When I’m in my down moments, I schedule the tears for when I get home…
President John Mahama has urged Black Stars players to bring their level of performance at the various clubs to the national team. The playing body of the senior national team has been a subject of scrutiny after failing to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. However, following a visit to the playing body on Wednesday, Mahama challenged the players to replicate the same commitment they show at their clubs when representing the national team. “It takes sacrifice, it takes strength. We all enjoy watching you play for your clubs, and we expect you to bring that…
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has referred former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, to its National Disciplinary Committee over her recent media remarks on the party’s 2024 electoral defeat. This follows the NPP’s earlier directive cautioning members against public statements that could create division within the party. In a statement on Thursday, March 20, 2025, NPP General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong stated that Adwoa Safo’s comments defied party directives and undermined efforts to rebuild. “As she is aware, the directive explicitly states that all party members must cease discussing party issues that create unrest, negativism, and disaffection in the media…
Ghana has been ranked 125th out of 147 countries in the 2025 World Happiness Report, reflecting a decline in overall happiness based on various indicators. In the previous 2024 ranking, Ghana placed 120th out of 143 countries, meaning the country has dropped five places in the global happiness index. Meanwhile, Finland maintained its position as the world’s happiest country for the eighth consecutive year. On the African continent, South Africa ranked as the happiest nation, placing 95th globally, followed by Mozambique (96th), Gabon (97th), and Côte d’Ivoire (98th).5. Congo – 100th globally 6. Namibia – 103rd globally 7. Cameroon –…
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued a directive to its members, urging them to refrain from discussing internal party matters in the media that could lead to disaffection and unrest. This comes in the wake of the party’s defeat in the recent elections, which has left many members expressing their frustration and disappointment publicly. In a statement on Thursday, March 20, Justin Kodua Frimpong, General Secretary of the Party emphasized the need for calm and unity among members, citing the party’s Constitution under Article 10(7)(5), which mandates coordination of party activities. The directive calls for an immediate halt to…
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has given importers of Grand Chateaux Sangria Forte a three-day deadline to complete the total recall of all their products from the Ghanaian market. The FDA has also instructed all retailers and distributors to comply with the directive by returning all available stock of the product to the importer. Speaking to Citi News, Dr. Akua Amartey, Deputy CEO in Charge of Operations at the FDA, stressed the importance of strict compliance from retailers and distributors. She also urged the public to collaborate with FDA regional officers to ensure the product’s complete removal from store…
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has explained that MTN Ghana has not been licensed to facilitate cross-border transactions with MTN Nigeria. The Central Bank categorically stated that MobileMoney Limited, the operator of MTN MoMo, has not received any authorisation to conduct such transactions. Clarifying ongoing developments in the fintech space, the BoG explained that it had granted Brij Fintech Ghana, a licensed Payment Service Provider (PSP), approval to pilot BrijX—a B2B Currency Swap Platform—under its regulatory sandbox program. In a statement, the Bank of Ghana said while MTN MoMo is not licensed for cross-border transactions, the BrijX pilot represents a…
Former Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Adwoa Safo, has alleged widespread corruption and mismanagement within Ghana’s school feeding programme, which provides meals to students in public schools. Speaking on Wontumi TV on Wednesday, March 19, the former Dome/Kwabenya Member of Parliament urged the government of President John Dramani Mahama to prioritise reforms in the sector, warning that unchecked corruption is draining resources and undermining the programme’s effectiveness. Recounting her tenure, Adwoa Safo revealed that former President Nana Akufo-Addo had instructed her to audit the school feeding programme before releasing funds for her ministry. However, she claimed that after…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno has made significant command changes in the Police Service. COP/Mrs. Maame Yaa Tiwa Addo-Danquah, Director-General/R&P and COP/Mr. Paul Manly Awini, Service Workshop, Accra, are part of the officers who have been named to the 31 reconstituted Police Management Board. The command changes are aimed at ensuring effective management and operational control of the Ghana Police Service. This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, and signed by Grace Ansah-Akrofi, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Director, Public Affairs. The new Police Management Board include: 1. COP/Mrs. Maame Yaa Tiwa…