Six dead, several injured in stampede at Ghana Armed Forces recruitment exercise

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According to a statement from the Ghana Armed Forces, the tragedy occurred around 6:20 a.m. when an unexpected surge of applicants breached security protocols and forced their way through the gates ahead of the scheduled screening.

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The British Museum’s new book on the Asante Jug

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The British Museum’s Object in Focus series has published The Asante Ewer that unpacks the history of a fascinating vessel and its journey from medieval England of the fourteenth century to West Africa and back to England.  Published in collaborative distribution with the leading US Barnes and Noble, it throws light on a single object […]

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Shatta Wale granted GH₵10 million bail amid Lamborghini inquiry

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The luxury car was seized in May this year after it was found in Shatta Wale’s possession. On August 15, a United States District Court in Kentucky issued an order authorising the US Government to take possession of the Lamborghini as restitution for the crime

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AG rejects demands by Bar Council, Commonwealth lawyers to reinstate suspended CJ Torkonoo

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In a comprehensive response issued today (August 15), Dr. Ayine accused the foreign legal bodies of making a statement without acquainting themselves with the relevant constitutional provisions and factual details of the matter.

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Kumasi edition of vigil for Daddy Lumba postponed indefinitely

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Eight Ghanaians lost their lives in the crash on 6th August 2025. The deceased include Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. Others were NDC Vice Chairman and former Kumasi mayor, Dr Samuel Sarpong, Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Muniru Mohammed, and former NDC parliamentary candidate for Obuasi East, Mr Samuel Aboagye, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah, all members of the Ghana Armed Forces.

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Mahama’s speech as he addresses nation after national tragedy :Full text.

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Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence.
§ Alhaji Dr. Murtala Mohammed, Member of Parliament for Tamale Central and Minister for Environment, Science, and Technology.
§ Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator.
§ Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress.
§ Samuel Aboagye, Deputy Director-General of NADMO.
§ Squadron Leader Peter Anala of the Ghana Air Force
§ Flying Officer Tsum Ampadu of the Ghana Air Force.
§ Sergeant Ernest Addo of the Ghana Air Force.

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Helicopter crash: Mahama declares 3-days of national mourning

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The crash claimed the lives of key public servants, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Dr. Alhaji Ibrahim Murtala Mohamme, NDC Vice-Chair Samuel Sarpong, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Muniru Mohammed, and former MP Samuel Aboagye.

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