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Ghanaian music group, Alabaster Box, has accused hiphop artiste Medikal of sampling one of its popular songswithout seeking permission. Alabaster Box emphasised that Medikal ought to have asked permission before using portions of the song, ‘Akwaaba’ in his new song titled ‘Welcome to Africa’. The question of whether Medikal should pay Alabaster Box for the unauthorised use of parts of ...

The Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has said he made it clear that the era of free, non-essential conference travel is over. He says delegation sizes will be significantly reduced, with three officials now expected to accomplish the work of ten. In his view, this will ensure greater efficiency without compromising productivity. Speaking at a meeting with World Bank ...

John-Peter Amewu, the former Minister for Railways and former Member of Parliament for the Hohoe Constituency in the Volta Region, has been arrested by National Security in connection with the failed $2 million SkyTrain project. The arrest comes amid ongoing investigations into the controversial deal, which was intended to introduce a modern urban rail transport system in Ghana but failed ...

The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) has ordered the freezing of bank accounts linked to Richard Nii Armah Quaye as part of an investigation into tax liabilities and money laundering allegations. According to a confidential directive intercepted by Classfmonline.com, the FIC has also frozen the accounts of Bills Micro-Credit, Quick Credit and Investment, Richard Nii Armah, and Romeo-Richlove Kweku Seshie. The ...

Ghana’s Black Stars delivered a commanding performance to secure a 3-0 victory against Madagascar in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying match. The game, held at the Mimoun Al Arsi Stadium in Morocco, showcased the team’s dominance and skill as they solidified their position at the top of Group I. Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey was the star of the night, ...

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has referred former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, to its National Disciplinary Committee over her recent media remarks on the party’s 2024 electoral defeat. This follows the NPP’s earlier directive cautioning members against public statements that could create division within the party. In a statement on Thursday, March 20, 2025, NPP General Secretary Justin Kodua ...

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene has revealed that he is under intense pressure from residents in the region following the recent instability in power supply, with the worst incident occurring over the weekend. For weeks, residents of the Ashanti Region have raised persistent concerns over the unstable power supply, which continues to disrupt both commercial and domestic activities. Dr. ...

Nsoatreman FC has officially withdrawn from the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League (GPL), citing grave concerns over the safety and security of their players and fans. This decision follows a tragic incident during their Matchday 19 fixture against Asante Kotoko at the Nana Kronmansah Park, where violent clashes led to the fatal stabbing of a Kotoko supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, known ...

Founding President of policy think tank, IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has warned against any partisan moves to remove the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, under a potential John Mahama-led administration. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Mr. Cudjoe described Dr. Dampare as a consummate professional whose leadership has transformed the Ghana Police Service and enhanced national security. ...

American rapper Jay-Z has filed a lawsuit against an anonymous woman and her attorneys, accusing them of malicious prosecution, abuse of process, and civil conspiracy over previously dropped sexual assault allegations. According to Alabama court documents obtained by PEOPLE, the rapper, whose real name is Shawn Carter, is suing attorney Tony Buzbee, David Fortney, and their Jane Doe client over ...