Day: August 7, 2025

Accra: The Ghana Chamber of Mines has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of eight distinguished Ghanaians, including two sitting ministers, following a tragic helicopter crash earlier this week. The crash claimed the lives of Dr. Edward Kofi Omane-Boamah, Minister for Defence; Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation; Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, former Minister for Agriculture and Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator; Dr. Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chair of the NDC; Mr. Samuel Aboagye, former parliamentary candidate; Squadron Leader Peter Anala; Flying Officer Twum Ampadu; and Sergeant Ernest Addo. According to Ghana News Agency, in

Accra: Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Ghana has announced a price reduction on its 300ml plastic bottles of Coca-Cola, Fanta, and Sprite, lowering the cost from GHS6.00 to GHS5.00. This move aims to enhance consumer refreshment at a more accessible price point. According to Ghana News Agency, the company released a statement highlighting that the price cut is designed to provide consumers with ‘more refreshment and celebration’ while maintaining a competitive cost. The initiative is part of Coca-Cola’s strategy to make its products more affordable and enjoyable for a broader audience. Personalised Coca-Cola bottles have been made available across various shopping

Accra: Mr Shaibu Haruna, Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney LTD, has been named CEO of the Year – Fintech at the 4th Ghana CEO Vision and Awards. The ceremony, held in Accra, recognised Mr Haruna’s exemplary leadership, innovation, and transformative contributions to Ghana’s Fintech industry. According to Ghana News Agency, under his stewardship, MobileMoney LTD has reinforced its position as a digital finance leader, advancing financial inclusion and delivering customer-centric innovations nationwide. In his remarks, Mr Haruna expressed gratitude for the honour, describing it as a reflection of the dedication of the MobileMoney LTD and MTN Ghana teams. “We remain

Odomase: The 2025 edition of the ‘Meko Bono’ Festival will culminate on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Odomase in the Sunyani West Municipality of the Bono Region, the organisers announced on Thursday. Celebrated annually in August, the festival showcases the cultural heritage of the Bono Region’s chiefs and people, aiming to fortify familial connections. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Seth Kofi Yeboah, Deputy Director and Manager in-Charge of Operations at Bono Fie, the festival organisers, stated that this year’s event began on Monday, August 4, 2025, featuring a range of activities. These include the festival’s official launch, an intercity

Accra: Wednesday’s helicopter crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region has sent shockwaves across Ghana, claiming the lives of two Cabinet Ministers and several other high-ranking officials and military personnel. The tragic incident has intensified focus on aviation safety standards within the country. According to Ghana News Agency, preliminary investigations have begun to determine the cause of the crash, with initial eyewitness reports pointing to adverse weather conditions as a potential factor. The crash, which occurred on August 6, 2025, involved a military helicopter transporting a government delegation to Obuasi for an official assignment. Among those who

Kumasi: Some residents in Kumasi and its environs have expressed shock over the tragic death of five government officials and three military officers in the Wednesday helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region. The tragic incident, which occurred in a forest reserve at Brofoyedu Sikaman in the Adansi South District, on Wednesday afternoon, took the lives of eight officials including Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence and Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, who were attending an official duty at Obuasi. According to Ghana News Agency, the other officials were Dr. Samuel Sarpong, a Vice

Kumasi: The Circuit Court in Kumasi has affirmed the ownership of a disputed parcel of land at Benimasi-Boadi in the Ashanti Region in favour of the Huahi Achama Tutuwaa Royal Family. The court, presided over by Mr. Justice Abdul Razak Musa, a Justice of the High Court sitting as an additional Circuit Judge, ruled in a suit filed by the head of the family, Abusuapanyin Odeneho Odehyee Nanaba Kwabena Badu, acting through his lawful attorney, Nana Kwesi Osei Bonsu. According to Ghana News Agency, the first defendant in the case was Nana Kwame Adu of Emina-Kumasi, and the second was