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‘Shadowboy’ threatens to stab ‘trotro mate’, passengers over GHC5 at Madina

  • October 3, 2024
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A disturbing incident unfolded at Madina’s loading terminal when a self-appointed loading assistant, known as a “shadow boy,” threatened a commercial bus conductor and passengers with violence. The confrontation began when the conductor refused to pay GHC 5 per passenger to the loading assistants. Despite the driver’s promise to pay after completing trips, the loading […]

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Renault announces suspension of F1 Engine Program following 2025 season

  • October 3, 2024
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Renault has announced that it will end its Formula 1 engine programme following the conclusion of the 2025 season. This decision means that Renault’s Alpine team will need to source engines from another manufacturer, with Mercedes being the expected supplier starting in 2026. The F1 engine facility located in Viry-Chatillon, Paris, will pivot its focus […]

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Inter Miami win MLS Shield as Messi scores twice

  • October 3, 2024
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Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi shone in a thrilling 3-2 victory against Columbus Crew, leading the club to its first MLS Supporters’ Shield title. The Argentine playmaker opened the scoring with a close-range finish and doubled the lead just before halftime with a stunning free-kick. Columbus Crew’s winger Diego Rossi managed to halve the deficit, […]

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Mexico soldiers open fire, 6 migrants dead

  • October 3, 2024
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Six migrants have died after Mexican soldiers opened fire on a vehicle carrying 33 people in southern Mexico. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, roughly 25 miles (40 km) north of the Guatemala border. According to the Mexican defense ministry, 10 others were injured during the shooting. The defense ministry explained that the soldiers saw […]

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#FreeTheCitizens Movement’s demo underway

  • October 3, 2024
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The #FreeTheCitizens Movement has commenced its 3-day protest in Accra today, running until October 5, to demand urgent action against illegal mining (galamsey) and its destructive effects on the environment. Protesters gathered at 6 AM at Legon, Okponglo, and are set to march toward Independence Square, aiming to raise awareness about unlawful detentions and the […]

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Health Ministry’s report on death of ‘abandoned’ patient at Ojobi

  • October 2, 2024
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The Ministry of Health has published its findings on the unfortunate death of an elderly patient who was abandoned after being transferred from the Trauma and Specialist Hospital in Winneba to Gomoa Ojobi. Investigations conducted by the Ghana Health Service (GHS) revealed that hospital officials involved in the planning and execution of the patient’s transfer […]

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CID and Attorney General’s Office to investigate death of abandoned patient at Ojobi

  • October 2, 2024
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The Ministry of Health has formally handed over the case of an elderly woman who died after being allegedly abandoned in a bush at Ojobi to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Attorney-General’s Department for further investigation. This follows initial findings by the Ghana Health Service (GHS), which revealed misconduct by some staff members […]

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Betting shops in northern Nigeria raided by Islamic police

  • October 2, 2024
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The Islamic police, known as Hisbah, have begun raiding and closing down sports betting shops in Kano city, citing illegal operations. The crackdown follows complaints from community leaders and parents concerned about the growing number of gambling addicts. On the first day of the raids, 30 shops were shut down in the Munjibir area, a […]