Author: News Man

Ghanaian media personality Vim Lady real name Afia Pokuaa, has brushed aside the ongoing conversation about flying politicians abroad for treatment, describing it as a long-standing practice. Vim Lady revealed that even former President Jerry John Rawlings, who prided himself on being a nationalist, flew abroad to receive treatment under a ‘fake name’ to escape scrutiny. The U.S. based critic said Ghanaian politicians typically claim to be against the practice when in opposition but once in power, fly themselves abroad for treatment. Pokuaa described the situation as a damning indictment of the Ghanaian healthcare system. Conversations about politicians flying abroad…

Yesterday, out of nowhere, an ex from way back slid into my messages with a random picture. Just like that. That single photo carries many memories. This was a girl I dated years ago—back when she was still under 30 (of course). Mfantsiman Girls alum. And me? Adisco boy. Back then, we used to joke about keeping up with the “school allegiance” thing like it was some deep connection-turned-romance. At the time, I was staying at a friend’s empty place in Cantonments whenever I was in Ghana (inside Cantonments Gardens), and she stayed there with me. Those were the days—no…

Leading member of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) and 2028 Presidential aspirant, Honourable Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, donated 800 bags of rice to Ghana’s Muslim community to aid in celebration of the Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday, March 31. Agyapong made the donation to various Muslim communities as they celebrated breaking their fast after the holy month of Ramadan. The donations included 336 bags of 50kg rice and 500 bags of 5kg rice. Speaking during the donation, Agyapong laid out his ties to the Islamic community, revealing half of his family are Muslims. Agyapong revealed he recently lost one of his Muslim…

The Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, has broken her silence following her recent hospitalization. In an Eid-ul-Fitr message to Ghanaians, the Vice President sought to calm rumours circulating about her by assuring the public of her good health. The statement began with a goodwill message to Muslims, who are celebrating the end of their 30-day Ramadan fast with the Eid. “On this blessed occasion, I extend my warmest wishes to you and your families. Your dedication, values, and contributions enrich our nation and the world,” the Veep’s statement, addressed to the Muslim community, said. Professor Opoku-Agyemang concluded her…

U.S. based Ghanaian political commentator Kevin Ekow Taylor fired back at Ghanaian herbal doctor Williams Anarfi Sarpong, after the latter dragged the controversial With All Due Respect host to court. Taylor, in a post shared on his Twitter handle, directly reacted to the suit filed against him at the High Court in Accra by Dr Sarpong, vowing that the latter will be jailed before him. The Loud Silence Media CEO alleged that Williams Anarfi Sarpong is engaged in some dubious actions in the United States of America, implyig he could report him and get him jailed before their case goes…

The former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, insists the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will return to power in Ghana in 2028. Addressing the members of the NPP’s student wing, the Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON), Agyapong, who is a one-time NPP flagbearer aspirant, said the party can win back power if they unite behind a common purpose. He said the party could easily claim back power and called for members not to despair or lose hope. Agyapong promised to lead the party to victory in the 2028 elections, enthsiastically muttering his ‘showdown’ catch phrase. The wealthy businessman,…

Entertainment pundit, Yaw Boadu-Ayeboahfoh, has rubbished the list of supposed rates paid to musicians who appeared at the 40th birthday party of Ghanaian businessman, Richard Nii Armah Quaye. Speaking on Entertainment Guide on the Ghanaian television channel, DGN, the veteran critic said the birthday celebrant, Richard Quaye, is not ‘Father Christmas’ to throw such figures around. Boadu-Ayeboafah opined that musicians like Diamond Platnumz and Davido, who attended the event, had their expenses taken care of and were paid a fee. He added that the fee was likely a token but not a commercial rate. In the wake of a recent…

Controversial Ghanaian legal practitioner turned media personality Maurice Ampaw, has accused the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government of attempting to ‘eliminate’ the Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang. Ampaw, speaking during a recent episode of his show on Wontumi TV, claimed that the recent’ sudden illness’ that struck the Vice President was a spiritual attempt to ‘take her out’. The veteran legal practitioner called for the plans against Professor Opoku-Agyemang to be sent ‘back to sender’. Speaking to the NDC’s motive, the controversial lawyer said the party used the Veep to win power but now has no use…

The Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, is set to be flown abroad to seek medical treatment after falling ill. A statement from the Presidency issued Sunday, March 30, revealed Opoku suffered a ‘sudden illness’ after work on Friday, March 28, and visited the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) on Saturday for treatment. The statement, signed by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, added that due to ‘expert medical opinion’, the Veep will be flown abroad to receive further treatment. The statement read: “The Vice President, Her Excellency Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, received treatment at the University…

Ayisha Modi has revealed that Ghanaian man of God, Rev Obofour real name Kwaku Agyei Antwi, was responsible for her Bank of America account being banned after moving a large sum of cash through it. Modi revealed during a TikTok Live session with other creators that Obofour, who is the founder and leader of the Anointed Palace Chapel, moved over $700,000 in cash through her account in order to purchase a house. Ayisha claims she withdrew the money and purchased the property, but the large withdrawal led to the account being flagged and she has not been able to use…