Nigerian lawmakers have suspended a senator for six months, after she submitted a petition alleging she had been sexually harassed by the senate president. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan first made the accusations against one of the country’s top politicians, Godswill Akpabio in an interview last Friday. After dismissing her petition on procedural grounds, the ethics committee recommended…
Ghana is celebrating its 68th Independence Day today, Thursday, March 6, marking nearly seven decades since the country gained freedom from British colonial rule. This year’s theme, “Reflect, Review, Reset,” emphasises the importance of looking back on the nation’s journey, assessing its current state, and planning for a brighter future. Unlike previous years, the celebrations…
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has inaugurated a 17-member ministerial committee tasked with revitalizing the region’s declining film industry, popularly known as Kumawood. With Kumawood facing a downturn in recent years, the committee has been charged with developing a strategic framework to rejuvenate the industry and create sustainable employment opportunities for industry players….
Dolly Parton has shared the devastating news that her husband of nearly 60 years has died. Carl Thomas Dean, the ultra-private husband of the country star, died Monday at 82. Married to the music icon since May 30th, 1966, Dean avoided the public eye, rarely attending events with his wife. Parton posted the grim update…
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says the writer’s block she experienced after becoming pregnant with her first child was “terrifying”. “It’s a really frightening place to be, because writing is the thing that gives me meaning,” the acclaimed Nigerian author, 47, tells the BBC’s Emma Barnett. “I’m not sure that it was just entirely physiological but something…
Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has been honoured through her father, Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo, and the management of the Kristo Asafo Mission as the leader of the Kantanka family. The occasion took place over the weekend. Expressing her gratitude, Adwoa Safo described the honour as a responsibility she does not…
The Academy Awards have taken place in Los Angeles, with Anora scooping the most honours, while Conclave, The Brutalist, Wicked and Emilia Pérez also took prizes. Here is the full list of winners. Best picture WINNER: AnoraThe BrutalistA Complete UnknownConclaveDune: Part TwoEmilia PérezI’m Still HereNickel BoysThe SubstanceWicked Best actress WINNER: Mikey Madison – AnoraCynthia Erivo…
R&B legend Angie Stone, known for her hit Wish I Didn’t Miss You, has died at the age of 63. Stone was killed in a car crash in Montgomery, Alabama, a representative for the singer confirmed to Variety. She had reportedly been on her way home from a show and was the only person who…
The BBC is seeking a rising star of African journalism for the BBC News Komla Dumor Award, which is now in its 10th year. Journalists from across Africa are invited to apply for the award, which aims to uncover and promote fresh talent from the continent. The winner will spend three months at the BBC…
Renowned media personality and tourism advocate Abeiku Santana has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA). Known in private life as Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, he has consistently championed Ghana’s tourism industry, using his media influence to spotlight the country’s rich cultural heritage, festivals, and hospitality sector. His extensive…
