Gifty Oware-Mensah, a former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), is at the center of a high-level payroll fraud that saw over 9,900 ghost names inserted into the national service database and used as collateral to secure a GH¢30.6 million loan from the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB). At a press briefing in…
Kanye West is switching things up — again. Just four years after legally changing his name to Ye, the rapper and fashion mogul has now updated it to Ye Ye, according to new business documents obtained in California. According to Page Six, his chief financial officer, Hussain Lalani, filed the paperwork reflecting the change. The…
Under the leadership of the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Sam George, the Government of Ghana has announced that major mobile network operators, MTN, Telecel, and AT will significantly increase their data bundle offerings starting Tuesday, July 1, 2025, to improve data accessibility for consumers across the country. During a press conference on…
In a groundbreaking moment for Ghanaian music, Moliy, born Molly Ama Montgomery, became the first Ghanaian artist to perform at the 2025 BET Awards, captivating audiences with her global hit “Shake It to the Max” during the pre-show. This historic performance, held on June 9, 2025. Taking the stage during the Red Carpet Live! preshow…
A New York judge has dismissed Justin Baldoni’s $400m (£295m) defamation lawsuit against his former co-star Blake Lively. The pair, who both starred in the 2024 film It Ends with Us, have been locked in a legal battle for several months, with a trial set for next year. Judge Lewis Liman on Monday dismissed Baldoni’s…
Ghanaian music sensation Gyakie has been named among the 11th annual Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 Class of 2025, cementing her place as one of the continent’s most influential young talents. The prestigious list, compiled annually by Forbes Africa, celebrates 30 of the most impactful and dynamic young Africans under the age of 30 across…
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has been officially listed on INTERPOL’s Red Notice database following a renewed request by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). The move comes amidst ongoing corruption investigations and intensifies efforts to bring the former minister to justice. The Red Notice, made public on June 6, 2025, describes Ofori-Atta as…
Tanzania has decided to block access to social media platform X because it allows pornographic content to be shared, the information minister has said. The content was contrary to the East African state’s “laws, culture, customs, and traditions,” Jerry Silaa told a local TV station. Tanzanians have reported that access to X has been restricted…
US President Donald Trump has announced that citizens of 12 countries would be banned from visiting the United States and those from seven others would face restrictions. The countries include Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. In addition to the ban, which takes effect…
Exclusive Events Ghana Limited, organizers of the Miss Ghana Beauty Pageant, joyfully welcomes back Miss Ghana 2025, Jutta Ama Pokuah Addo, following her remarkable participation in the 72nd Miss World pageant held in Hyderabad, India. Jutta Addo, a beacon of Ghanaian grace, intelligence, and cultural pride, represented the nation with distinction throughout the competition. Her…
