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Accra CBD paralyzed by surprise Kwame Nkrumah Avenue shutdown
City officials slam the brakes on a major stretch of Kwame Nkrumah Avenue after dangerous potholes turn the busy road into a hazard zone. The Accra Metropolitan Assembly plans to shut down the critical route from 8pm Saturday until midnight Sunday for emergency fixes. Gilbert Nii Ankrah from the public affairs office confirms the four-hour blackout will hit the U-turn at Lava plus the area between Derby Avenue and Selwyn Market Street. Drivers face a nightmare weekend as the closure blocks key intersections right through the Central Business District. Traffic cops will swarm the area to direct frustrated motorists around the construction zone. Road inspectors discovered massive depressions and crater-sized holes that have been wrecking...
Mahama's Affo-Toffey transport pick called a Nzema payoff
Youth leaders from Beyin have praised President John Dramani Mahama after he picked Madam Dorcas Affo-Toffey for the Deputy Transport Minister job. The Western Nzema Youth League expressed strong support for the decision through their leader Dr Patrick Ekye Kwesie. Local young people across the Nzema community have welcomed the appointment with enthusiasm. The group believes the nomination marks a major win for regional representation. They expect the move will boost development efforts throughout the area. Affo-Toffey currently serves as the Member of Parliament for Jomoro and brings solid experience to the transportation role. The youth organization highlighted her dedication to helping constituents and her strong organizational...
Yamin, Abanga's secret army preys on Ghana miners
Ghana's small-scale miners have accused National Democratic Congress bigwigs of running a rogue military unit that terrorizes mining communities across the country. The Concerned Small Scale Miners Association points fingers at NDC National Organiser Joseph Yamin and party Vice Chairperson Yakubu Abanga for allegedly backing the unauthorized squad. Armed operatives wearing full battle gear have been spotted shaking down miners in Sekondi, Bekwai, Offinso, and Prestea according to the mining group. These fake soldiers reportedly steal equipment and demand cash payments while claiming they work for top NDC leaders. Mining association Chairman Andrew Abban released a scathing statement demanding authorities shut down the illegal operation...
Buadu's GJA vows respect after Cape Coast members express doubt
Kingsley Nana Buadu grabbed the top spot as Ghana Journalists Association president for the Central Region after a fierce electoral battle. Justice Juliana E. Amonoo-Neizer swore him into office at Cape Coast High Court on Friday, July 11, 2025. The GBC Television regional correspondent celebrated his victory with fellow journalists at Asanka Locals restaurant. He thanked his opponent for running a clean campaign and praised the competitive nature of the race. Buadu called on association members to forget past divisions and rally behind his new administration. The fresh president declared an end to weak leadership that failed to earn respect for regional journalists. He vowed to boost the association's reputation alongside his...
Richard Quaye quits Quick Angels, now offers Ghana food scraps
Ghanaian entrepreneur Richard Nii Amarh Quaye prepares to tackle the nation's hunger crisis through his foundation's ambitious food distribution program. The philanthropist plans to feed vulnerable citizens across the country starting August first next year. Local food retailers and strategic distribution centers will serve as the backbone for delivering free nutritious meals to those who need them most. Quaye draws inspiration from Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, emphasizing food as a fundamental human right. The businessman believes every Ghanaian deserves access to proper nutrition regardless of their circumstances. The serial entrepreneur recently stepped down from leadership positions that transformed Ghana's business...
Must be nice, Kid Cudi's wedding was a party for rich designers
Kid Cudi tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend Lola Abecassis Sartore during an intimate French Riviera ceremony. The rapper exchanged vows with his bride at the luxurious Cap Estel resort located in Èze on June 28th. Cudi gushed about his happiness on social media while calling Lola his wife for the first time publicly. The couple had kept their engagement relatively private since announcing it back in April. However, the actual proposal took place months earlier during a romantic December 2023 getaway to Japan. Lola stunned guests wearing a breathtaking custom creation designed by Alain Paul and handcrafted in Paris. The elaborate gown required an incredible 60 meters of delicate lace work from skilled artisans. She connected...
Rubio purges 1,300 from State Dept, says they aren't people
Secretary of State Marco Rubio jetted around Asia while his department back home executed a brutal workforce purge. The State Department slashed 1,300 jobs during a massive Friday the 11th bloodbath that caught employees off guard. Workers received urgent memos demanding they appear with all government equipment including laptops and diplomatic passports. Security badges got confiscated as stunned staffers cleaned out personal belongings before losing access. The department eliminated 1,100 civil servants and 250 foreign service officers stationed across America. Affected foreign service officers face 120 days of administrative limbo before termination while civil servants get just 60 days. Rubio defended the carnage from Kuala Lumpur...
Drake's London set was just a parade of better R&B singers
London crowds witnessed absolute magic when Drake stunned Wireless Festival attendees by pulling Lauryn Hill onto the stage. The Canadian superstar shocked thousands of festival goers during the opening night performance. Hill appeared without warning to join Drake for their collaborative moment on Nice for What. The track samples her legendary 1998 hit Ex-Factor and created an electric atmosphere across the venue. Fans captured the surprise appearance on their phones while screaming with excitement. The legendary singer walked casually past stunned audience members before grabbing the microphone. Her presence transformed the entire festival energy as people realized they were watching music history unfold. Drake and his Young Money...
Doechii declares none of her musical peers are true superstars
The rising Tampa rapper refuses to declare anyone the definitive superstar of her generation yet. Doechii claims the music industry needs more time before crowning its next major icon. She openly admits confusion about what superstar status actually requires in today's landscape. The British Vogue August 2025 cover star spoke candidly from her North Hollywood studio session. Her honest assessment reveals an artist still discovering the formula for massive success. Recent collaborations prove Doechii steadily builds momentum toward that coveted superstar position. Tyler the Creator recruited her for Get Right, which premiered during Paris Fashion Week at the Louis Vuitton Men's Spring/Summer 2026 showcase. Pharrell Williams handled...
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