By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The World Bank released a stark warning in its latest Commodity Markets Outlook, projecting a 31% increase in global fertilizer prices for 2026. This surge marks a dramatic reversal from previous easing trends and is primarily driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East. Analysts report that the fertilizer price index rose by…
Police in Mampongteng in the Ashanti Region are investigating the alleged assault of a final-year student at Amaniampong Senior High School. He was reportedly beaten by a housemaster after refusing to attend a compulsory all-night church service. The student, Emmanuel Kwarteng, is receiving treatment at Ejisu Government Hospital after his family say he suffered serious injuries during the incident. Relatives…
Arsenal will contest in their first UEFA Champions League final in 20 years after Bukayo Saka scored the winner in a narrow 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid in the semi-final second leg. The Gunners put on a determined display in front of a deafening Emirates Stadium crowd to see off Spanish La Liga giants Atleti and book their tickets for…
Controversial evangelist, Patricia Asieduaa, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, has issued a strong warning to a woman who claims her husband, Angel Asiamah, fathered a child with her. In a video posted on her official TikTok page on May 3, 2026, Agradaa responded angrily to the allegation, which she said occurred during her time in prison. Source link
Mr. Gabriel Agambila, founder of Alagumgube, has appealed to President John Mahama to reconsider key aspects of the proposed 24-hour economy policy, citing serious security and social concerns. According to Mr. Agambila, his recent return from a year-long stay in the Upper East Region revealed stark realities about life in Bolgatanga. He noted that the town becomes largely inactive after…
This trajectory reveals less a linear progression than a political and institutional recalibration-one marked by strain, adaptation and gradual correction. Source link
The Nigerian opposition’s hopes of mounting a strong challenge to President Bola Tinubu at elections next January have been shaken after two leading figures – Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso – quit a newly formed coalition, citing legal wrangles and internal divisions. Obi and Kwankwaso, who placed third and fourth in the 2023 presidential election, had joined forces with the…
ACCRA, 30 April 2026 – The Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service has declared a suspect wanted following a warrant issued by the Adabraka District Court. The court issued a warrant number 161/2025 dated 9 September 2025 for the arrest of Harrison Nii Otoo, also known as “Land dealer,” for defrauding by false pretences contrary to Section 131(A)(1)…
Adesua Etomi-Wellington, wife of Nigerian singer, politician and clergyman, Banky W, has reflected on her marriage, revealing that their love is still waxing stronger nearly a decade into their union. Speaking in a recent interview hosted by Teju Babyface, along with her husband, Mrs Wellington explained that initially, Banky W wasn’t her ideal man because of his career path, but…
Nollywood filmmaker and actress, Funke Akindele, has criticised Air Peace airline after being stranded with several others at the London Gatwick Airport. She made this known in a series of posts via her official X handle on Friday. According to Akindele, passengers have been stranded at the airport since 6:30 am, with no proper communication from the airline. She writes:…