Editors Pick – Page 100

Time to Reset the GOC: Why Richard Akpokavie is the Right Choice

March 27, 2025

Richard Akpokavie. As the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) prepares for its pivotal election on April 26, 2025, the nation stands at a crossroads in its sporting journey. After eight years under the leadership of Mr. Ben Nunoo Mensah, the GOC is due for a reset—a transformation that promises transparency, accountability, and a renewed focus on...

George Faho Mensah Knocks Out Patrice Sou Toke in First Round

March 27, 2025

Nii Kwame Larweh George Faho Mensah, the rising welterweight star known to his fans as “Stopper,” delivered a stunning first-round knockout against his Burkinabe opponent, Patrice Sou Toke, during a scheduled 10-round bout on Saturday, March 22, 2025. The electrifying victory took place in Lome, Togo, further solidifying Mensah’s reputation as one of Africa’s most...

Transport Ministry Moves to Regulate Okada Operations

March 20, 2025

In a significant move, the Ministry of Transport has inaugurated a 13-member Inter-Agency Review Committee to review the Road Traffic Regulations 2012, which prohibits the use of motorcycles and tricycles for commercial purposes, popularly known as ‘Okada’. The committee, comprising representatives from key institutions and law enforcement agencies, has been tasked with amending the Road...

“Step up, make us proud” – President Mahama urges Black Stars

March 20, 2025

The President, John Dramani Mahama made a surprise visit to the Black Stars during their training session at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday, ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. In his address to the players and technical team, President Mahama acknowledged the team’s recent struggles but expressed confidence...

Minority leader visits ex-BoG Governor following shocking national security raid

March 20, 2025

Minority leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has visited former Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison, after a surprising raid on his residence by National Security operatives. The operation, reportedly led by Richard Jakpa, Director of Special Operations at the National Security Secretariat, has raised significant concern and drawn widespread condemnation. On the morning of Wednesday,...

OFFICIAL STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO THE INTERIOR MINISTER, HONORABLE MUBARAK MOHAMMED MUNTAKA’S COMMENT ON THE BAN ON DRUMMING AND NOISE-MAKING

March 20, 2025

-Coalition of GaDangme Pressure Groups- We acknowledge the statement made by the Interior Minister in a meeting with a section of the clergy on 13th March, 2025, regarding the ban on drumming and noisemaking. His comments, which suggested that churches could still worship and praise their Maker in a regulated and non-disturbing manner during the...

George “Stopper” Mensah’s Manager Signs Contract, Demands Worthy Opponents

March 19, 2025

By Kwame Larweh Samuel Agyei Darkwah, manager of Ghana’s rising welterweight star George “Stopper” Mensah, has taken a bold step to secure his fighter’s future by signing a pivotal contract, while simultaneously lamenting the lack of worthy opponents for the world title hopeful in Ghana.In an exclusive interview with Graphic Sports, Darkwah revealed that the...

Essex Court Case: Anas vs Ken Agyepong

March 19, 2025

On Friday, March 14,the jury returned a verdict and awarded $18 million damages against Mr Ken Agyepong. This was based on instructions of the trial judge to award actual and compensatory damages if they found Mr Ken Agyepong guilty of defamation. Being dissatisfied, Mr Agyepong’s lawyers demanded a nullification of the trial on grounds there...

Kennedy Agyepong in Trouble as US Court Asks Him to pay $18M in Defamation to Anas

March 18, 2025

A US court has awarded investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas $18 million in a defamation lawsuit against former Ghanaian MP Kennedy Agyapong over allegations made during a 2021 interview. A United States court has ruled in favour of investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas, awarding him $18 million in damages in a defamation lawsuit against former...

Dampare Exposed As Vim Lady Reveals Why Mahama Sacked Him

March 18, 2025

The host of the Egyasogyaso show on Okay FM, Afia Pokuaa, popularly known as Vim Lady, has exposed former IGP Akuffo Dampare and revealed why President John Dramani Mahama sacked him. Speaking on Okay FM on Monday, 17th March 2025, Afia Pokuaa said the IGP was dismissed because he did not prioritize the welfare of...