Author: SAMUEL
The Ghana Police Service in the Northern Region has rescued a kidnap victim in Wapuli, Yendi Division, following a swift intelligence-led operation. According to a Northern Regional situation report, the case was reported to the Tamale Regional Police Intelligence Directorate (TRPID) on December 2, 2025, at about 9:30 a.m. The kidnappers had demanded GH₵100,000 from the victim’s family for his release. The Northern Regional Commander, DCOP Wisdom Lavoe, immediately dispatched a five-member intelligence team from Tamale RPID to Wapuli to conduct surveillance and carry out the rescue operation. The victim was successfully rescued on December 5. In the early hours…
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has held an engagement for first term Members of Parliament aimed at strengthening collaboration and bridging the gap between his office and newly elected legislators. He emphasized the importance of such interactions and announced that similar sessions would be extended to continuing MPs, the media and the general public through televised broadcasts. Reaffirming the vision of the 9th Parliament, the Speaker underscored Parliament’s commitment to openness and inclusivity. He highlighted the need to cultivate a democratic culture anchored in integrity, honesty, civility and active participation. The Speaker also encouraged the…
The Herald, has obtained further details of a controversial US$80 million contract for the supply of 19 Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) awarded by the Akufo-Addo administration to Israeli defence firm, ELBIT Systems Land Ltd, raising fresh fears that Ghana could lose at least US$40 million in public funds. Findings indicate that Ghana has already lost US$40 million advanced under a credit facility, with the remaining US$40 million also at risk unless the Mahama administration urgently renegotiates the deal signed under the tenure of then Defence Minister, Dominic Nitiwul. The role of local intermediaries has also raised serious questions as they…
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has directed the Headmaster of Dzodze-Penyi Senior High School, Mr. Joshua Vidzro, to step aside from his duties with immediate effect. The directive, issued on Saturday, December 6, 2025, follows allegations of the Headmaster’s involvement in sexual misconduct with some female students at the school. According to the GES, the interdiction is necessary to ensure the integrity of the investigative process and prevent any perceived interference. Mr. Vidzro has been instructed to formally hand over all official duties, responsibilities, records, and any property belonging to Dzodze-Penyi SHS that are under his custody to the Municipal…
A Nigerian woman living in the United Kingdom has gone viral after sharing an emotional video in which she lamented being dumped by her Nigerian boyfriend for a Zimbabwean woman. The woman, preciousonyegu1 took to her TikTok page to share this. UK-based lady. Nigerian woman calls out Zimbabwean ladies In the clip, she tearfully expressed her frustration and heartbreak, questioning what she described as growing competition between Zimbabwean and Nigerian women over relationships with Nigerian men abroad. She…
A social media influencer popularly known for surgically removing her ribs has revealed details of her income during a recent livestream interview with comedian and content creator, Carter Efe. Speaking during the session, the lady said, “I make my money in both dollars and naira, and I usually earn 5 million naira monthly. But last month, I made 18 million because I went viral.” She further explained how she earns her income, adding, “I work on All Access Fans where people get to pay to watch me.” The revelation has since sparked massive reactions across social media platforms, with many…
The former Chief Executive of the National Food and Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), Abdul-Wahab Hanan, has asked the High Court to overturn a freezing order imposed on four of his properties by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). In his affidavit, Hanan contends that EOCO acted unlawfully by targeting assets he either owned before his NAFCO tenure or had no connection with, arguing that the order violates his constitutional rights. The affected properties, according to Hanan, include a three-bedroom house at Kpalsi, Tamale (GPS NS-056-9690), an uncompleted storey building at Gumani, a 0.27-acre plot at Estate Junction, Tamale, and…
Investor confidence in Ghana’s short-term debt market surged this week, with treasury bills recording a 38.14% oversubscription in the latest auction. According to latest data from the Bank of Ghana, investors submitted a total of GH¢8.01 billion in bids across the 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day bills – far exceeding the government’s GH¢5.80 billion target. Ultimately, the Treasury accepted GH¢6.95 billion, signalling continued strong appetite for risk-free government securities amid shifting market conditions. The 91-day bill once again led demand, attracting GH¢4.90 billion in tenders, of which GH¢4.09 billion was accepted. The 182-day bill followed with GH¢2.09 billion in bids and…
YouTube now offers title and thumbnail A/B testing to all creators with Advanced Features access. Tests compare up to 3 variations, selecting winners using watch-time metrics over click-throughs. YouTube TV is adding C-SPAN, giving viewers direct access to congressional proceedings and America 250 programming. New seasonal gifting stickers, including owls and cocoa, roll out for vertical livestreams through March 20. https://lovinghananews.com/instagram-tests-early-access-reels-to-boost-creator-follower-growth/ Source:Lovinghananews.com
Instagram is piloting Early Access Reels that restrict viewing to followers for a limited pre-release window. Blurred covers, star-clock icons, and countdown timers push viewers to follow creators to unlock early content. The tool builds on May’s access-code Reels, which delivered exclusive viewing opportunities for engaged fan communities. Instagram frames the feature as a follower-growth lever, helping creators spark hype and strengthen algorithmic visibility. Source:Lovinghananews.com