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Stunning New Evidence Emerges – What the Police Found Will Leave You in Disbelief

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A suspect has been apprehended in connection with the tragic murder of Joana Deladem Yabani, a final-year student at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Her lifeless body was discovered near the university’s Disability and Rehabilitation Centre at approximately 5:00 a.m. on February 27, 2025.

Following thorough investigations, the police identified 21-year-old Daniel Tuffuor, also a final-year student at KNUST, as the primary suspect. Surveillance footage from the university’s CCTV system provided critical evidence, capturing Tuffuor in distinct attire at the crime scene. Upon further inquiry, law enforcement recovered the same clothing in his possession, strengthening the case against him.

In response to this shocking incident, KNUST has intensified security measures to enhance campus safety. The administration has deployed over 50 security personnel, including mobile patrol units from the Anti-Robbery Squad and SWAT officers, to boost surveillance. Currently, CCTV cameras cover about 80% of the university, but plans are underway to achieve full coverage in the coming weeks.

Additionally, the university has issued precautionary measures to students, urging them to prioritize safety. They have been advised to move in pairs after dark, steer clear of secluded areas, minimize carrying valuables, and promptly report any suspicious activities to security officials.

Law enforcement agencies continue to investigate the matter to ensure justice for Yabani and her grieving family. Authorities remain committed to bringing those responsible to account while reinforcing safety measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Source:Ghanaweb

Thank you, Akufo-Addo, for not giving me an appointment in 8 years – Jennifer Queen

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Jennifer Queen, Deputy National Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party Jennifer Queen, Deputy National Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party

Deputy National Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Jennifer Queen, has expressed gratitude to former President Akufo-Addo for not giving her any appointment.

According to the outspoken politician, she would have, by now, been harassed, persecuted, and arrested by the Mahama-led government on flimsy charges, just as has been done to some members of the NPP.

Speaking on Angel FM, as monitored by GhanaWeb, Jennifer Queen, known for her vociferousness, stated that not serving on any institution’s board during President Akufo-Addo’s government has given her peace of mind.

“Do you not think that if former President Akufo-Addo had appointed me to the board of an institution with no significant financial rewards, by this time, the Mahama government would have caused my arrest long ago? Sometimes, it is good not to have any political appointment. They would have arrested me in Rambo-style and dragged me all the way to the NIB offices. I swear to God on this issue. So, former President Akufo-Addo, I greet you this morning, and I am grateful to you for not appointing me as a board member of any institution.”

Some leading members of the NPP have, in the past week, either been arrested or invited by the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to answer questions related to corruption.

The former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), Professor Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, was detained by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) over his alleged role in the botched $3 billion Accra Sky Train project.

He was picked up on the morning of Sunday, February 23, 2025, for allegedly authorizing the release of $2 million to Africa Investor Holdings, the company behind the project.

Reports suggest that the payment was made before feasibility studies were conducted and that the funds have yet to be refunded to the state.

Former Minister of Railway Development, Joe Ghartey, was also invited by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) for questioning regarding the Ghana Sky Train project.

The project was initiated in 2018 by the previous administration as a major infrastructure initiative to tackle traffic congestion, particularly in the Greater Accra Region.

Under the leadership of Joe Ghartey, Ghana signed a concession agreement with the Africa Investment (Ai) Sky Train Consortium in 2019, with an estimated cost of $3 billion.

However, the project never took off, raising concerns about its feasibility and financing.

In 2022, the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), a state entity, disclosed that it had invested $2 million in the project but had yet to see any returns.

The Auditor-General’s report also flagged this expenditure, sparking public debate.

KA

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Toyota Sentra burns to ashes on Fulfulso-Damongo highway

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A Toyota Sentra with registration number BT 565-22 has been completely burnt at Soalepe in the West Gonja Municipality along the Fulfulso-Damongo Highway in the Savannah Region.

The vehicle, carrying the driver and seven passengers, was travelling from Tamale to Damongo when the incident occurred. Reports say all occupants escaped unhurt.

Speaking to Channel One News, Deputy Chief Fire Officer (DCFO) and Regional Commander of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Emmanuel Ofori Adjei, confirmed receiving a distress call from Soalepe about the fire on Friday, February 28. He stated that firefighters arrived at the scene within four minutes, but the car was already in a severely damaged state upon their arrival.

“Our team arrived within four minutes and managed to put out the fire, but by the time we got there, the vehicle was completely burned,” Adjei stated.

Recounting the incident, the driver said that “as he approached Soalepe, he suddenly heard an explosion and immediately pulled over. Realizing the danger, he rushed to open the doors for passengers and helped unload goods from the vehicle.

“Meanwhile, he did not have a fire extinguisher and was unaware of the fire service emergency number, making it impossible for him to call for help. A fellow driver travelling behind him witnessed the fire and quickly reported the incident,” the DCFO said.

According to him, investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire.

I’ll Destroy NPP In Two Years, If They Get More than 25% in 2028 I’ll Shut Down My Platform – Kevin Taylor Vows

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Controversial Ghanaian media personality, Kevin Taylor, has vowed to destroy the NPP party within two years and make them irrelevant in Ghanaian politics going forward.

Speaking during a recent episode of his show, Taylor said by the time he’s done with the NPP, they will not get even 25% of the share of the vote in 2028 elections.

Taylor vowed that if NPP are able to cross the 25% threshold he will dismantle the entire Loud Silence Media network that he’s spend over a decade building.

Kevin said the reason they NPP needs to be destroyed is because they are a ‘demonic’ party who does not have the best interests of Ghanaians at heart. Taylor said the party needs to be broken down and rebuilt or replaced with a better alternative.

Watch him below…

Ghana Police Service records 13 robbery cases in Western Region

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The number of robbery cases recorded in 2024 within the operational zone of Western Region was thirteen (13) according to statistics from the Ghana Police Service (GPS)

According to Deputy Commissioner of Police, (DCOP) Mr. Osei Akoto, the Western Regional Police Command is therefore committed to change the narrative in terms of prevention and management of crime within the jurisdiction.

This is because, Ghana Police Service, according to the commander, plays vital role in maintaining law and order, protecting lives and property, while preventing and detecting crime, as well as ensuring public safety in course of delivering on its mandate.

Briefing Chairman of the Regional Security Council (REGSEC) and Western Regional Minister Hon Joseph Nelson, on performance of the command and its architecture, he assured the Minister that with a focused mind on police community engagement, proactive policing, and effective collaboration with other security agencies, the command, he indicated would surely improve service delivery and quality of security in the region

The Western Region, according to the commander, is divided into Western and Western Central Police Regions for operational purposes, with 5 divisions, 11 districts, and 38 police stations dotted across the specific zonal areas.

Mr. Osei Akoto highlighted the command’s successes, including a significant reduction in violent crimes, with only 13 robbery cases recorded in 2024.

All these achievements notwithstanding, he confirmed that challenges confronting their operations still persist, including the threat of environmental degradation from illegal miners (galamsey activities) chieftaincy disputes, and road traffic offences including accidents.

In response, Western Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Nelson, emphasized the need for a collaborative approach to addressing these challenges, particularly galamsey, which affects the entire nation.

*Key Challenges:*

He condemned environmental degradation and the threat being posed by national security

In the region, the number of chieftaincy disputes, the Minister observed is alarming

Aside that, another issue he identified has to do with an alarming rate of fatalities, particularly along the Agona Nkwanta area

Police, government, and community stakeholders, the Minister underscores, must work together to address these challenges.

The Minister revealed his administration would support the police to continue to employ community-based policing, strategies for their proactive patrols.

Minister Nelson explained the essence of regular engagement between police and community leaders, with support from the Regional Minister and other stakeholders.

What was the NPP thinking when it dropped a ‘colossus’ for the ‘boisterous’ Afenyo-Markin? – KSM asks

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Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin [L] and Media personality, KSM Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin [L] and Media personality, KSM

Veteran broadcaster Kwaku Sintim-Misa, popularly known as KSM, has criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP), stating that it made a huge mistake by removing Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu—whom he describes as a “colossus”—and replacing him with Alexander Afenyo-Markin, whom he describes as “boisterous.”

According to KSM, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu effectively led the NPP caucus in Parliament, often demonstrating a strong measure of intelligence in his communication, regardless of whether one agreed with him or not.

Speaking on his KSM Show, as monitored by GhanaWeb, the outspoken media personality further criticized the choice of Afenyo-Markin, describing him as someone lacking “substance” and not being the ideal leader for the NPP in Parliament.

“…Among some of the things listed was Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu leaving as Majority Leader to bring in Afenyo-Markin. NPP, what were you thinking? You removed Kyei-Mensah—I call him a colossus of an MP. He understood Parliament. He knew how to communicate, whether you agreed with him or not. His system of communication had a strong measure of intelligence backing him up. I may disagree with one or two things, but overall, he was human and might have had his mistakes. But to remove him as leader of the majority? At least replace him with somebody of substance. Who did you choose? Afenyo-Markin. So boisterous—‘I will go to court’—that is what you chose. Was that your best choice?” he questioned.

KSM added, “To fire Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu and bring in Afenyo-Markin to lead the majority? Isn’t it interesting where he has led you? He has led a whole contingent of a majority in Parliament to a desperate minority because of his intransigence, because of his approach to things. This boisterous, cantankerous nature is not really in sync with the politics of 2025. We actually have to upgrade everything.”

KA

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How can you fund an economy in ICU?

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Former Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, Abena Osei-Asare Former Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, Abena Osei-Asare

Former Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, Abena Osei-Asare, has questioned the feasibility of President John Mahama’s ambitious social intervention programs, arguing that they lack a clear funding strategy despite his own grim assessment of the economy.

Speaking in response to Mahama’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), the Atiwa East MP criticized what she described as contradictions in the President’s message.

“It is ironic that President Mahama describes Ghana’s economy as being in an intensive care unit (ICU), yet he is announcing massive new social programmes without explaining how they will be financed,” she said.

Osei-Asare acknowledged the economic challenges faced by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government but insisted that decisive policies had been implemented to stabilize the country before Mahama took office.

She highlighted improvements in the financial sector, a rise in private sector credit, and strengthened foreign reserves as signs of recovery under the previous administration.

“The financial sector today is in a far stronger position than it was in 2016,” she noted.

“By October 2024, total banking sector assets had grown from GH¢81.2 billion in 2016 to GH¢367.2 billion. Private sector credit also saw an increase of 28.8% in 2024, compared to a negative growth of 7.5% in 2023.”

She accused the President of exaggerating economic difficulties to justify expansive spending and warned that his policy direction mirrored the excessive expenditures that led to Ghana’s 2015 IMF bailout under his administration.

“Ghana’s economy was not ‘criminally handled’ as the President suggests. We faced global economic difficulties but took responsible measures to mitigate them. The signs of recovery were clear before this government took over,” she said.

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Myron Boadu’s return to action expected soon

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Myron Boadu, the Dutch Ghanaian striker for VfL Bochum (L) Myron Boadu, the Dutch Ghanaian striker for VfL Bochum (L)

Myron Boadu, the Dutch-Ghanaian striker for VfL Bochum, has been sidelined for nearly three weeks due to a torn muscle fiber in his thigh.

His last appearance was on Matchday 21, where he scored a brace in a 2-2 draw against KSV Holstein. This week, Boadu commenced running training, signaling a potential return to the pitch. However, according to coach Dieter Hecking, the match against TSG Hoffenheim on Saturday is too soon for his comeback.

Hecking noted that even for the upcoming Bayern Munich fixture, Boadu’s participation remains uncertain. The coach emphasized the importance of not rushing the striker back into action. A more realistic return date is expected for the away game against league leaders Bayern Munich on March 8. If not then, Boadu is anticipated to make his comeback at the latest a week later when Eintracht Frankfurt visits VfL Bochum.

This season, Boadu has been a key player for Bochum, making 11 Bundesliga appearances and scoring 7 goals. He has also provided 1 assist, showcasing his offensive prowess. His performances have been instrumental in the team’s attacking strategies.

He kidnap anything wrong – KOKA defends Habib Iddrisu in Dumelo saga

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KOKA says Iddrisu’s advice to Dumelo was misinterpreted

Entertainment critic and NPP communications team member, Kwaku Osei Korankye Asiedu, popularly known as KOKA, has weighed in on the recent controversy between John Dumelo and MP of Tolon, Habib Iddrisu.

Iddrisu came under fire from some industry personalities and netizens on social media after he advised the Deputy Minister of Agriculture-designate, John Dumelo, during his vetting to focus on his role as he was “no longer in the movie industry” and that he should be “as serious as he can.”

However, speaking in an interview with Max TV on February 28, 2025, KOKA defended Iddrisu’s comments, stating that the MP did not say anything wrong.

According to him, Iddrisu’s advice to Dumelo was misinterpreted.

According to KOKA, Iddrisu’s remarks were meant to guide Dumelo in his new role, emphasizing the need for humility, seriousness, and focus.

“Iddrisu did not say anything wrong. Real life is like drama on its own. The MP was simply advising Dumelo to take his new role seriously, work closely with his boss, and avoid letting his star personality overshadow his boss unintentionally,” KOKA explained.

He further clarified that Iddrisu’s intention was to caution Dumelo against treating his new responsibilities like a movie role, urging him to approach the position with dedication and professionalism.

“He was telling Dumelo to be humble, apply seriousness, and focus on assisting his boss. He shouldn’t take it as a movie because, in real life, everything requires commitment,” KOKA added.

KOKA also criticised those who lambasted the MP, suggesting that they may not have fully understood the context of his statement.

“It seems those attacking the MP were not mature enough to grasp what he said. I didn’t see anything wrong with his statement,” he stated.

Meanwhile, various creative arts personalities, including George Quaye, Nana Poku Ashis, Kwame Dadzie, D-Black, and the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, among others, have lambasted Iddrisu for his statement and demanded an apology.

Watch the video below:

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Source :GhanaWeb

I don’t owe an apology to Donald Trump, says Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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Hours after a heated exchange with US President Donald Trump and vice-president J.D. Vance at Oval Office meeting, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stood his ground, making it clear that he saw no reason to apologise.

His focus remains on achieving a “just and lasting peace” to ensure that Russia cannot launch further attacks on Ukraine.

The stormy exchange with Trump and Vance reportedly stemmed from disagreements over US military aid and Ukraine’s long-term security. While Trump warned Zelenskyy about the risks of escalating the conflict, Zelenskyy pushed back, emphasising the need for continued support to prevent future Russian aggression.

In his much-anticipated prime-time interview with Brett Baier of Fox News, Zelenskyy acknowledged that the Oval Office exchange “was not good” but stood by his role in it. Rather than expressing regret, he defended the conversation, calling it “open” and “honest” — a discussion between friends who may disagree but remain committed to a shared goal.

Zelenskyy’s remarks suggest that despite the tension with Trump and Vance, he still views the US as a crucial ally. However, the meeting’s fallout and the uncertain future of US aid raise concerns about how Ukraine will navigate its war strategy and diplomatic ties moving forward.