Police Nab Suspected Kingpin in Nationwide Vehicle Theft Syndicate

13Apr

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Crime, News

Police Nab Suspected Kingpin in Nationwide Vehicle Theft Syndicate

The Greater Accra Regional Police Command has arrested the alleged ringleader of a widespread vehicle theft and rental fraud syndicate operating across multiple regions in Ghana. The suspect, identified as 37-year-old Nana Anderson—also known as Anderson Nana Abeka, Essel Kofi Elvis, and Willson Kojo Bismark—was apprehended on April 5, 2025, in a hideout located in Atasemanso, a suburb of Kumasi in the Ashanti Region. According to a press release issued by the Ghana Police Service’s Regional Public Affairs Unit, Anderson is believed to be the mastermind behind a criminal network that employed forged ECOWAS identity and driver’s license cards to fraudulently rent vehicles, which were later never returned. One such incident occurred on March 25, when Anderson allegedly used falsified docu...

Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewagu Dies After Collapsing During A Boxing Match in Accra

30Mar

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Sports

Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewagu Dies After Collapsing During A Boxing Match in Accra

The boxing world is in mourning following the tragic death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewagu, who passed away after suffering a fatal seizure during a professional bout against Ghanaian fighter John Mbanugu. The incident occurred on Saturday night at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra. According to eyewitness reports, Olanrewagu collapsed in the ring during the later rounds of the intense match. Medical personnel rushed to administer emergency treatment, but efforts to revive him proved unsuccessful. He was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to a nearby medical facility. The 28-year-old pugilist had been a rising figure in West African boxing circles, known for his resilience and technical skill in the ring. Saturday night’s match was highly anticipated, drawi...

Registration launched for Young Reporters Workshop at CAF African Schools Football Championship continental finals in Accra, Ghana

27Mar

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Sports

Registration launched for Young Reporters Workshop at CAF African Schools Football Championship continental finals in Accra, Ghana

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has opened applications to register for the Young Reporters Workshop that will be run alongside the CAF African Schools Football Championship continental finals in Accra, Ghana from 21-26 April, 2025.CAF, in partnership with CANAL+ University, is seeking candidates under the age of 25 to take part in the workshop and develop their journalistic skills to become the future voices of football on the African continent. Participants will benefit from masterclasses held by renowned CANAL+ journalist Charles Mbuya and the chance to put their learnings into practice at the CAF African Schools Football Championship continental finals. Candidates hoping to be part of the workshop must send a covering letter motivating why they have a passion for fo...

Nine players open Black Stars training in Accra ahead of Chad, Madagascar FIFA World Cup qualifiers

18Mar

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Sports

Nine players open Black Stars training in Accra ahead of Chad, Madagascar FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Nine players opened the Black Stars' training in Accra on Monday in readiness for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. The nine players who trained on Monday included Benjamin Asare, Joseph Wollacott, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Gideon Mensah, Kamaradini Mamudu, Razak Simpson, Antoine Semenyo, Salisu Mohammed, and Kamal Deen Sulemana. The rest of the players are expected to join the camp on Monday night, ahead of Tuesday's training. Ghana will host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, before traveling to Morocco for the other Group I clash against Madagascar on Monday, March 24, 2025. With nine points from four matches, the Black Stars are level with Comoros, having secured three wins and one defeat in Group I. ...

Black Stars Technical advisor Winfred Schaeffer arrives in Accra ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers

25Feb

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Sports

Black Stars Technical advisor Winfred Schaeffer arrives in Accra ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Ghana's build up to next month’s FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar has received a significant boost with the arrival of Technical Advisor, Winfried Schaeffer. Schaffer, who arrived in Accra Monday night, was met on arrival by Black Stars Assistant Coach Desmond Ofei. The German tactician was appointed in January to provide technical guidance and oversee the development of football in Ghana. His role also involves working closely with the Technical Directorate to develop and implement long-term strategic plans for the GFA. With a managerial career spanning over 40 years, Schaeffer brings a wealth of experience to the Black Stars. His notable achievements include winning the Africa Cup of Nations with Cameroon in 2002. Ghana is set to face Chad and Madagascar ...

Accra’s Youth Take Lead in Plastic Recycling to Build Sustainable Future

29Nov

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Lifestyle

Accra’s Youth Take Lead in Plastic Recycling to Build Sustainable Future

In an innovative and inclusive step towards addressing plastic waste and building a resilient and sustainable city, the youth team in Active Minds Reading Club is building the capacity of children in basic schools as part of a Youth Recycling Project in Accra. This project is part ofthe Youth Climate Action Fund under the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), and with support from Bloomberg Philanthropies and United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG). The project seeks to empower young students with skills in plastic waste segregation, recycling, and environmental stewardship. The initiative recently held educational sessions on waste segregation and recycling in primary schools across the Accra Metro area, including Ayalolo 1 & 2 Junior High School and St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Gi...