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Veteran Nigerian actor, Jide Kosoko, has revealed that he has been living with diabetes since 1996, saying he remains committed to managing the condition because he wants to stay alive.

Speaking on the Africa A-List podcast, he urged his colleagues to prioritise their health and undergo regular medical check-ups.

Jide was responding to criticism over his attendance at social events while a colleague was reportedly ill. He questioned why his own health challenges should prevent him from attending such gatherings.

‘I’ve been diabetic since 1996 till date, and I’ve continued to maintain myself because I don’t want to die at all,’ he said.

The actor also recounted undergoing a colonoscopy after being advised to check for possible signs of cancer. He said he was put to sleep during the procedure and felt he had nearly died.

Jide Kosoko urged people to take their health seriously and seek regular medical examinations.

The South East Ghana Union Mission (SEGUM) of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church has held its maiden Communication Content Creators Summit to equip digital communicators with practical skills to strengthen the church’s online presence and digital evangelism.

A statement issued on Friday, October 16, 2026 by the Director of Communications of SEGUM, Samuel K. Dorgbetor, said the four-day summit, held from October 12 to 15, 2026 at the Valley View University, brought together 41 participants from the Union’s six constituent fields for training in digital storytelling, content creation, and visual communication among others.

‘Participants include the Meridian Ghana Conference, Volta Ghana Mission, Oti Ghana Mission, Diamond Field Ghana Conference, Eastern View Ghana Conference, and East Ghana Conference,’ the statement read.

According to organisers, the summit was also organised to strengthen SEGUM’s contribution to the church’s OneVoice27 initiative, which seeks to mobilise content creators to share gospel messages through digital platforms.

Participants also learned to use editing tools such as CapCut, VN and Canva Video to produce content suitable for digital platforms as well as training in writing captions, creating effective opening hooks, adding subtitles, designing thumbnails and using hashtags and calls to action.

Dr. Solace Yawa Asafo, Communication Director of the South West Ghana Union Conference, facilitated sessions on digital responsibility and ethical communication, while Elder Oswald Agyei-Boateng guided participants through brand positioning and the development of a recognisable digital identity.

Participants also engaged in practical exercises on transforming a single gospel message into multiple formats suitable for different social media platforms.

‘The summit also saw the commissioning, commitment, and consecration ceremony co-officiated by Pastor Dr. Nathan Teye Odonkor, Pastor Peter Agyekum, and Pastor Dr. Samuel K. Dorgbetor,’ it stated.

For students who spend more than three months in school before returning home for vacation, staying healthy is not just a personal concern; it is essential to their education.

That was the motivation behind an 18-year-old student, Thomas, for participating in a health screening exercise organised by the KGL Foundation in Techiman, where over 200 people, including young people, men and women, benefited from screening services aimed at promoting early detection and preventive healthcare.

‘This is my first time participating in health screening because we will spend more than three months in school before vacation. We need to be healthy to study in school,’ Thomas said.

He expressed hope that the exercise would not uncover an illness that could become a hindrance to their education, while urging fellow students to take regular health checks seriously.

‘Some illnesses cannot be detected with our physical eyes. It will require medical screening, so I encourage every student to participate in health screening,’ he added.

The health screening, organised during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, offered breast cancer screening alongside checks for blood pressure, human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis B and C, and eye conditions, among other services.

The outreach was organised by KGL Foundation in collaboration with Koranteng Memorial Clinic and AgricoHub.

The initiative sought to encourage early detection of potential health problems while bringing essential screening services closer to residents.

Beyond breast cancer awareness

Programmes Manager of KGL Foundation, Mr. Nii Ankonu Annorbah-Sarpei, said the exercise was designed to promote breast cancer awareness while helping participants assess their general health.

‘We’re not just covering breast screening; we’re also checking people’s general well-being, specifically ear screening, eye testing, and blood pressure,’ Mr. Annorbah-Sarpei said.

Mr. Annorbah-Sarpei added that the target audience included the general population, particularly young people and women, while encouraging both men and women to participate in breast screening.

Health professionals say such initiatives can help address misconceptions about breast cancer and encourage people to seek medical attention before conditions become more difficult and expensive to manage.

Madam Elizabeth Korsah Koranteng, CEO of Koranteng Memorial Clinic, one of the Foundation’s partners for the exercise, stressed that early screening could support timely diagnosis and treatment.

‘Breast cancer can financially derail you, so it’s important to screen for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment,’ she stated.

She also challenged misconceptions that breast cancer is a curse, emphasising the importance of accurate health information and early medical assessment.

Connecting health to livelihoods, education

For AgricoHub, the collaboration reflects the relationship between personal wellbeing and economic productivity.

CEO of AgricoHub, Mr. George Antwi Boasiako, said business owners must pay attention to their health as they pursue growth.

‘We believe that while you focus on your business and business growth, it is important to look at your health and wellbeing, which is why we are collaborating with KGL Foundation for the health outreach,’ he disclosed.

‘The idea is that you should be healthy and able to run your business,’ Mr. Antwi Boasiako added.

Blood donation exercise

Alongside the screening services, the outreach included a blood donation exercise, with a medical expert describing voluntary blood donation as an important contribution to lifesaving medical care, noting that anyone could eventually need a transfusion, either personally or through a friend or family member.

Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez expects to return to action in a few weeks after undergoing successful surgery for a broken jaw.

The 34-year-old Argentina international sustained the injury during Chelsea’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday.

Martinez collided heads with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the second half and received eight minutes of treatment before being stretchered off. He was subsequently taken to hospital, where he underwent surgery.

The goalkeeper provided an update on Sunday, sharing a photograph of himself in a hospital gown on social media.

‘Thanks to everyone for the messages. The operation went well,’ Martinez wrote.

‘The most important thing is that we won, and kept a clean sheet. In a few weeks we’ll be back.’

His absence is expected to give Mike Penders an extended run in goal after the 21-year-old replaced him against Everton to make his Premier League debut.

Penders is likely to feature in Chelsea’s next three matches at least, with the Blues scheduled to face Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United in the Premier League, alongside a Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool.

The Belgian-born goalkeeper joined Chelsea from Genk in 2024 for a reported £17 million and has previously featured in cup competitions.

Chelsea manager Alonso expressed confidence in Penders, praising his personality and performance against Everton.

‘Mike has personality. He’s brave and we have full trust with him. He did well when he came on,’ Alonso said.

‘He played in the cup games and whenever he’s needed. Like the other players, whenever they are needed they can perform.’

Alonso added that giving every player the opportunity to contribute was important to maintaining a strong squad.

Chelsea will monitor Martinez’s recovery as they prepare for a demanding schedule, with Penders expected to deputise during the Argentine’s absence.

Narawa Company Limited has called for urgent state intervention over what it describes as an armed takeover of its mining site, killings, injuries and destruction of property.

In a statement issued in Accra on October 18, 2026, and signed by Head of Corporate Affairs and Official Spokesperson, Doris Amedior, the company said its concerns go beyond the alleged illegal termination of its Osiem and Nsutam mining leases.

The company reported that three people were killed and ten injured, including a police officer, between August 12 and October 7, 2026, following the takeover on August 12, 2026. It said the reported attacks involved gunfire and machetes.

‘No alleged wrongdoing by Narawa Company Limited justifies unlawful killings, attacks on workers or violence against a police officer seeking to restore order,’ the company said.

Narawa also reported the theft of six excavators, gold and gold concentrate valued at approximately GHS100 million, and the destruction or theft of industrial washing plants and other equipment valued at over US$2 million. It said cash and other assets were also taken.

‘The destruction, removal of essential equipment and continuing interference have severely impaired our mining plant and brought our operations close to collapse,’ the company said.

The company alleged that as of October 13, groups involving Chinese nationals were mining at the concession under protection of persons identified as military personnel and armed land guards. It said about six military personnel alongside armed civilians remained at the site, and asked the Ghana Armed Forces to confirm their identities and mandate.

On the lease dispute, Narawa challenged the alleged illegal termination of its leases, including a disputed financial assessment, saying its requests for reconciliation did not constitute acceptance of the amount. It said it obtained provisional measures in an order sealed on February 19, 2026, pending arbitral determination, which it said restrained the Republic from removing it or transferring the sites.

The company said it reported the incidents to the Eastern South Regional Police Headquarters in Kibi, and commended the police for work that had led to three recent arrests as of October 13, 2026.

It acknowledged that a preliminary police account of October 1, 2026 differs materially from its own, and requested impartial examination of all evidence.

Narawa also called for protection of workers and witnesses, withdrawal of armed persons without lawful authority, investigation of killings and theft, inspection of current mining activities, and preservation and recovery of assets.

‘Who authorised the armed takeover, who is protecting the operators reported to be mining at the site, and what immediate action will the State take to prevent further destruction?’ the company asked.

The Calvary Charismatic Centre (CCC) has organised a medical outreach and humanitarian relief programme for residents of Krapa in the Ejisu Municipality of the Ashanti Region.

The programme, held at the CCC Agape City Church in Krapa, formed part of the church’s annual ‘October Commission’ initiative, which seeks to provide healthcare, relief supplies and spiritual support to underserved communities.

Hundreds of residents participated in the exercise, which began at about 7:00 a.m., receiving medical consultations, health screenings, prescription medications, food items and clothing.

The church’s medical team collaborated with doctors, nurses and other health professionals from the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) and other health facilities to provide a range of services.

The screenings covered breast and cervical cancer, hypertension, elevated blood sugar levels and diabetes. Participants also benefited from general medical consultations, dental checks and body mass index assessments.

As part of the exercise, health professionals educated women on breast self-examination and encouraged men aged 40 and above to undergo regular prostate screening.

Speaking to journalists, the Resident Pastor of CCC’s main campus at Ayigya, Pastor Joshua Obeng, expressed gratitude to residents for their participation and commended the medical personnel and church volunteers for their dedication.

He said the initiative reflected the church’s belief that Christianity must extend beyond worship and spiritual development to practical service to society.

‘True Christianity goes beyond building spiritual capacity through the knowledge of Jesus Christ; it requires unleashing those principles for the tangible benefit of society,’ he stated.

Pastor Obeng said Christians had a responsibility to serve their neighbours with the resources, talents and gifts entrusted to them by God.

He described the outreach as an expression of that responsibility and commended the leadership and members of CCC Agape City Church in Krapa for helping to organise the programme and support the community.

The ‘October Commission’ is an annual CCC initiative held every October, bringing together the church’s congregants and ministry teams, including its media, outreach and medical units, to provide practical assistance to communities across the region.

Tribe Culture Fest and its Chief Executive Officer, Nana Boateng Gyimah, have denied allegations by the Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, that the organisation illegally received $611,000 from private individuals to facilitate visas for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and is refusing to refund the amount.

Speaking at a press conference yesterday, Gyimah said the allegations attributed to the minister were not supported by established facts, and challenged Kofi Adams to provide evidence to back his claims.

He maintained that neither Tribe Culture Fest nor its CEO had received the money from the individuals mentioned in the allegations.

He explained that the organisation’s engagements with the National Sports Authority (NSA) and the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) were based on institutional and contractual arrangements for specific programmes and activities.

‘Our position is clear. Tribe did not receive the alleged $611,000 from the private individuals referred to in the public allegation, and we did not enter into the personal financial arrangements being attributed to us,’ Gyimah disclosed.

Gyimah’s denial follows claims by Minister of Sports and Recreation that Tribe Culture Fest took $611,000 under an arrangement with the GTA to facilitate visas for individuals who sought them for the 2026 World Cup held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, and is refusing to refund same.

The minister disclosed that the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service is investigating the broader visa-related allegations that has rocked the Sports Ministry and the National Sports Authority, leading President Mahama to suspend its Director-General, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah.

Tribe Fest Denial

Tribe Culture Fest has, however, denied the minister’s allegation, pointing out that the arrangements between the organisation, the NSA and GTA covered event logistics, travel coordination, hotel reservations, transportation and security services.

Gyimah noted that Tribe charged $3,000 and $2,000 as full and final payments for its role in the relevant activities, insisting that the organisation had not received money directly from individuals seeking assistance to travel abroad.

He further stressed that the arrangements did not involve personal financial transactions with people seeking visas to travel to the United States, Canada or Mexico.

Gyimah has, therefore, called for verifiable evidence to establish the identities of those who allegedly made the payments, the recipients of the funds, the dates and methods of payment, and the accounts through which the money was transferred.

He also demanded copies of any agreements, receipts or acknowledgements linking Tribe Culture Fest or its chief executive to the alleged funds.

Additionally, he called for clarification of the legal or contractual basis on which the organisation was being asked to refund the money.

‘These are not unreasonable demands. They are minimum evidentiary requirements for determining responsibility in a matter of this nature,’ he said.

Gyimah argued that any investigation into the allegations must identify the actual recipients of the money and determine whether the funds were paid to an intermediary and, if so, where they ultimately went.

‘Our position is not that allegations should never be investigated. On the contrary, all credible allegations should be investigated thoroughly. Our position is that investigation must precede conclusions about guilt, and that public accusations should be grounded in verifiable facts,’ he stated.

He maintained that responsibility for the alleged transactions should be established through evidence rather than assumptions or public allegations.

‘If a claim is made that Tribe received or must refund a particular amount, the evidence should establish the basis for that claim,’ he added.

Binatone, a global electrical and home appliance brand, has announced the launch of its latest innovation – the Binatone Garment Steamer.

Built for modern living, the garment steamer is powered with 1580 W and has five different steam levels.

Speaking at the launch, Group Managing Director, Binatone Africa, Mr. Venu Babu, stated, ‘For more than five decades, Binatone has empowered African households with reliable and affordable appliances. The launch of the Binatone Garment Steamer marks another milestone in our journey to make modern living easier, smarter, and more sustainable.’

The Binatone Garment Steamer GS 2002 offers a safe, sustainable, and user-friendly energy solution, and is now available across major retail outlets and online platforms throughout Africa.

About Binatone

Founded in 1958, Binatone is one of the leading global names in domestic appliances. The brand’s extensive product portfolio includes stand and rechargeable fans, blenders, kettles, irons, air fryers, cookers, air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines, among others – all designed to make everyday life easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable.

TWO PEOPLE have been disqualified from contesting for positions in the upcoming Ashanti Regional National Democratic Congress (NDC) executive elections.

Making the announcement, the Chairman of the Vetting Committee, Yaw Boateng Gyan, who is a former National Organiser of the NDC, stated that the two failed to meet the party’s criteria.

He said, in total, 65 party members were thoroughly vetted by the Vetting Committee for various positions and 63 people qualified, adding that two people would contest for their positions unopposed.

The breakdown of people contesting for the various positions in the region include Chairman – 2, Vice Chairman – 8, Secretary – 3, Deputy Secretary – 3, Regional Organiser – 6, Deputy Organiser – 14 and Treasurer – 1.

The rest are Deputy Treasurer – 1, Communication Officer – 2, Deputy Communication Officer – 3, Women Organiser -3, Deputy Women Organiser – 3, Youth Organiser – 4, Deputy Youth Organiser – 6 and Zongo Caucus Coordinator – 4.

Mr. Boateng Gyan described the vetting process as very peaceful and fair, stressing that the two disqualified party members have the right to appeal the committee’s verdict.

According to him, the euphoria that characterised the vetting process in Kumasi was a strong indication of the growth of the NDC in the Ashanti Region, saying, ‘You all saw the huge number of party people who stormed the vetting premises, happily displaying the NDC’s colours. That tells you that the NDC has made significant inroads in the Ashanti Region.’

Mr. Boateng Gyan admonished the various aspirants to embark on a clean campaign, devoid of insults and insinuations, reminding them that the upcoming election is a family affair so they should avoid attacks.

He said the peace and unity that is flourishing in the NDC in the Ashanti Region should be jealously maintained and protected after the regional elections, so that the party can increase its votes in the region.

President John Dramani Mahama has no intention of removing the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, unless compelling evidence of serious wrongdoing is established, Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has stated.

According to him, no basis has been established for her removal, and stressed that the President was not inclined to remove heads of constitutional or independent institutions for partisan reasons.

‘As far as President Mahama is concerned, no basis has been established for the removal of Jean Mensa. I can also assure you that he has no appetite to do such a thing unless there is absolutely compelling and serious evidence of wrongdoing against her or any other person that requires a certain course of action,’ the minister told Accra-based TV3.

He added that he was not aware of any evidence of serious wrongdoing that had emerged to warrant such action.

‘I’m not aware of any such evidence that has come to light,’ he said, while indicating that he might have to check with the President’s secretary to establish whether any further information had been received since the initial petition was dismissed.

Mr. Kwakye Ofosu maintained that President Mahama was not inclined to take decisions against public officials purely on partisan considerations, citing the President’s handling of regulatory actions against media organisations and his position on the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

He recounted that the President had summoned him after learning that the National Communications Authority (NCA) had revoked the authorisations of several radio stations, as well as some television stations, over various regulatory violations.

According to him, President Mahama instructed him to issue a statement after contacting the NCA and the Minister for Communications to express his displeasure with the conduct that had led to the revocations.

The minister said the President’s intervention was significant because the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration had closed down Radio Gold and Montie FM, which were perceived to be sympathetic to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), over alleged regulatory breaches.

He said the closures had deprived the two stations of the opportunity to participate in public discussions during an entire electoral cycle.

Kwakye Ofosu said some people within the current government had suggested that the affected stations should face similar treatment as a form of retaliation for the earlier closures.

However, he said President Mahama rejected that approach and directed that the affected stations be given one month to regularise their authorisations.

According to him, several stations complied with the directive, although some that failed to do so could not be assisted.

The minister said the episode demonstrated the President’s willingness to act against perceived partisan interests when he considered it necessary to uphold fairness.

He also cited the President’s intervention when a bill was introduced in Parliament to scrap the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

The minister said he was in Parliament when the then Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, and the Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, introduced the bill.

He said President Mahama, upon learning of the move, called him and asked him to hand the phone to the Majority Leader, to whom he communicated his opposition to the proposed abolition of the office.

He stated that the governing NDC had the numbers in Parliament to pass the bill but the President opposed the move, arguing that the OSP was a relatively young institution that needed time to improve its performance.

The minister said the President subsequently made his position public, acknowledging the institution’s shortcomings while arguing that it should not be expected to operate with the same level of efficiency as institutions that had existed for decades.

Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said the then Majority Leader and Chief Whip withdrew the bill following the President’s intervention, adding that the Special Prosecutor had publicly commended the President for his stance.

He rejected suggestions that diplomatic pressure had influenced the President’s position, insisting that President Mahama acted independently in the interest of the country.