Gospel artist Israel Terhemba Ikyereve died at age 53. Fans knew him as New Jerusalem across Benue State. He changed traditional Tiv Swange music into gospel songs. Christians mourned his death throughout the region. His music spread God's message to many people.
Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom visited the family home in Makurdi. Members of the Brethren Prayer Group came with him. Ortom praised the singer for his strong faith and musical talent. He remembered hearing New Jerusalem's songs during a program in Australia. The music had reached listeners around the world.
Ortom promised continued help for the family and music group after the funeral. He said he would not leave them alone during this difficult time. The singer's...
Ghana Police stopped criminals from stealing gold worth 1.35 million cedis. Officers caught three people who planned to rob a mining worker. The Criminal Investigation Department used smart detective work to catch the thieves before they could steal anything. Police Chief Lydia Yaako Donkor told reporters about the successful operation on Monday. The criminals wanted to take gold from someone who delivers it for mining companies.
The theft plan came from the worker's driver who made a deal with two other criminals. One person pretended to be a security guard to trick the gold carrier. Police learned about the crime before it happened and set up a trap. Officers caught the criminals on Mamfe-Koforidua Road on June 26. The thieves had...
Police officers have taken back three cars that Maxwell Kofi Jumah took from GIHOC Distilleries without permission. Officers arrested the former company leader on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at his home near Kumasi. GIHOC workers filed papers with police asking for help to find their missing vehicles. Security teams drove Jumah to the Ashanti Regional Police station first. Later, officers moved him to CID headquarters for more questions.
A senior police officer told reporters that GIHOC submitted a written complaint about stolen company property. The petition claimed that Jumah had taken several vehicles that belonged to the business. Police found enough evidence to arrest the former manager for questioning about the missing cars. Officers...
Elvis Darko backs Chief Justice Gertrude Esaaba Torkonoo as she fights her removal from office. The Managing Editor of Newscenta Newspaper supports her decision to challenge the process. Three petitions led to her suspension after officials found enough evidence against her. She called a press conference to defend herself from what she calls unfair treatment. Darko believes she has good reasons to contest the action.
People compare her situation to Charlotte Osei who lost her job as Electoral Commission Chairperson under the previous government. Osei chose not to publicly resist her removal from the position. Darko told Channel One TV that Torkonoo makes the right choice when she stands up for herself. He argues that judges need to...
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu announced plans to boost funding for technical and vocational training programs across Ghana. The government wants to help young people develop skills that match what employers need today. Iddrisu believes proper training creates jobs and helps the economy grow stronger. He visited Koforidua on Monday to check how national TVET examinations were running. The minister told reporters that students with good technical skills can find work anywhere.
Dr. Eric Kofi Adzroe from TVET and Sulemana Zakaria from CTVET joined the minister during his trip. They wanted to make sure the tests went smoothly and students followed exam rules properly. Iddrisu warned about students using mobile phones to cheat during...
Dr. Kofi Amoah wants Ghana to create a National Rescue Fund to help struggling citizens. The businessman and charity worker posted his idea on social media after seeing the country's money problems. He says the new government faces empty treasury accounts and huge debts from the previous leaders. Citizens must step up and help their nation instead of just watching from the sidelines. Amoah promised to give 100,000 cedis to start the fund once officials set it up.
The wealthy entrepreneur asked the Finance Ministry to open a special bank account for donations. People could send money through mobile phones, bank transfers, or checks of any amount. He believes the fund would help nurses, teachers, and other workers who face difficult...
Ken Ashigbey leads the Ghana Chamber of Mines and heads the Media Coalition Against Galamsey. He spoke out against money changing hands during the Ghana Journalists Association elections on Monday. Reports suggest some candidates gave cash to influence voter choices. Ashigbey called these actions wrong and harmful to journalism standards. He warned that such behavior goes against what reporters should represent.
The mining executive said he never received money for voting in any election. He promised to contact police if anyone tried to offer him cash for his vote. Ashigbey stated that journalists who take bribes bring shame to their profession. He pointed out the contradiction of reporters accepting corruption when they expose similar...
Police arrested Maxwell Kofi Jumah at his Kumasi home on Sunday. National Security officers took the former GIHOC Distilleries boss into custody. They moved him to CID headquarters for questioning. Jumah once served as Member of Parliament and Kumasi Mayor. The arrest happened after GIHOC filed a complaint about missing company cars.
Deputy Commissioner Lydia Yaako Donkor leads the Criminal Investigation Department. She told reporters that GIHOC accused Jumah of taking their vehicles without permission. The company submitted a formal petition to police about the missing cars. Officers obtained a legal warrant before making the arrest. Donkor confirmed that proper procedures were followed during the operation.
Police have already found...
Ghana prepares for its first National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving on Tuesday. Elvis Afriyie Ankrah leads the planning committee and spoke to reporters on Monday. He confirmed that organizers have finished most preparations for the religious event. The committee has advertised the celebration through billboards and more than 30 radio and television stations. Faith leaders from different religions will help bring people together.
Christians will gather at the State House at 8 AM for their thanksgiving service. Cardinal Peter While Turkson will serve as the special guest speaker for the morning event. Muslims will meet later at the National Mosque for prayers at 12:30 PM. Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu will guide the afternoon...
