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GHANAIAN REGGAE and dancehall artiste, Larruso, known for hit singles like ‘Killy Killy’ and ‘Midnight,’ has dropped his highly anticipated album titled ‘We Thank God (WTG)’.

Songs on the album include ‘Holy,’ ‘Outside,’ ‘Dark Skin’ featuring Stonebwoy, produced by Gigz Beatz; ‘I Will Be With You,’ produced by Beatzdakay; ‘Lucky,’ produced by MixPro; ‘Glory,’ produced by Kwaku Zyme; ‘Enter,’ produced by Jesse Kyn; and ‘Gravest Shallows,’ featuring Sixbhad and produced by Network.

Larruso, in a couple of posts on X, appreciated the team behind the production of the album. He wrote, ‘The journey, the lessons, the blessings. all led us here. Each track tells a story, and every story ends the same: We Thank God (WTG). To everyone who made this possible, @stonebwoy, the Team at New Generation Records, and all the producers who made these words a melody.God bless!!’

He is signed to Jadon Shatta Entertainment and has collaborated with notable artistes such as Stonebwoy, Kwesi Arthur, Bella Shmurda, and Samini. Some of his popular works include the ‘New Gen EP’ and ‘Sounds from the Slums EP’. Larruso’s music style blends Afrobeat, reggae, and dancehall, making him a rising star in the Ghanaian music scene.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates in the Greater Accra Region have embraced Dr. Bryan Acheampong’s campaign as he seeks to be elected as the party’s flagbearer in the upcoming election scheduled for January 31, 2026.

Five days into his regional tour, the energy is electric, the crowds are swelling, and the message is resonating deeply.

From Bortianor-Ngleshie Amanfro to Trobu, Ayawaso, Adenta, and Dome-Kwabenya, delegates, coordinators, and polling station executives are showing up in force, declaring their confidence in the man many now call the ‘Joshua’ of the NPP.

At every stop, the atmosphere has been charged with chants, cheers, and heartfelt declarations. In Bortianor-Ngleshie Amanfro, the Constituency Chairman summed it up: ‘Your brand in my constituency keeps growing every single day.’

That sentiment echoed across Obom-Domeabra, Amasaman, Klottey Korle, and Adenta, where Bryan’s message of unity, strategy, and people-first leadership is striking a powerful chord.

Polling station executives are speaking up with clarity and conviction: ‘Bryan is the only candidate who speaks to our real struggles,’ said a polling station executive in Ayawaso West.

‘We’ve seen many come and go, but Bryan feels different. He’s grounded, and he respects the base,’ added a youth organiser in Trobu.

Bryan continues to remind delegates that real power belongs to the grassroots, the men and women who mobilise, sacrifice, and sustain the party.

His commitment to use power as a tool for opportunity, not privilege, has become the rallying cry of his campaign.

Strategically, the signs are clear. The Bryan Acheampong movement is emerging as the dominant force in the race. His campaign merges planning with authentic grassroots connection. Delegates are rallying behind the message.

What’s unfolding in Greater Accra is a political awakening. Bryan is reshaping the race with every handshake, every message, and every constituency visit, the momentum grows stronger.

Over hundred women and men at Tema community 23 and its environs gathered at the 3 Angels Medical Centre to partake in the Breast Cancer awareness programme .

The advocacy programme organised by Essential Cosmetics in partnership with 3 Angels Medical Centre seek to educate women on the importance of regular mammograms, clinical breast exams, and self-exams in detecting breast cancer early. Also, participants were educated on risk factors of the cancer which include genetics, family history, age, and lifestyle.

CEO of Essential Cosmetics, Joyce Konadu Idun, said the programme is based on her outfit’s strong commitment to health and community support by making breast cancer awareness a central part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

‘At essential, every year, we organise breast cancer awareness event with medical centers, and this year we decided to partner with 3 Angels Medical Center because they are also in support of the breast cancer awareness drive,’ she said.

Ms. Konadu Idun emphasised that many women are hesitant to undergo screening because they fear the potential diagnosis, saying, ‘they often think that ignorance is bliss, believing that if they don’t know about the cancer, it won’t affect them.’

However, Ms. Konadu Idun stressed that early detection is crucial in the fight against breast cancer. She encouraged women to take proactive steps and get screened, so that if cancer is detected, they can work together to combat it.

CEO of 3 Angels Medical Center, Samuel Tagoe expressed the medical center’s excitement to be part of the programme.

‘We partnered to create awareness on the need for everybody to know what is happening to their breast. You should know your breast so much so that when you notice any change in it, you can immediately seek advice, medical advice, that is the sense of this programme,’ he said.

He announced that their facility will be offering free breast screening throughout the month of October.

‘We’ve done breast cleaning, the goal is to spread awareness about breast cancer, which is treatable when detected early,’ he said, inviting women to walk in at any time for a screening by the medical staff.

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The Dzidula Pink Foundation Breast Cancer Survival, Fafa Gozo, said women should prioritise early screening to prevent the cancer spread.

More than 60 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidates at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) have petitioned the school’s Governing Council to address persistent delays in their graduation, which they say have left them frustrated and uncertain about their academic futures.

The affected students, pursuing Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Public Administration, Leadership and Governance under the School of Public Service and Governance (SPSG), formally submitted their petition through their solicitors, NISSI Consult, Asamoah and Associates, on July 18, 2025.

According to the petition, despite having completed their comprehensive examinations and submitted theses for review, the candidates have not been allowed to graduate.

The letter noted that over the past six years, fewer than eight PhD students have successfully graduated from the programme, even though more than 60 have met the academic requirements.

‘For the past three years, every key academic activity on the PhD programme, particularly the presentation of research proposals and theses, has been halted due to bottlenecks created by a disruptive Ad hoc Committee,’ the petition stated.

The students accused the Ad hoc Committee, which was set up by the school to review theses, of overstepping its mandate and assuming supervisory powers that conflict with the roles of assigned supervisors.

They described the committee as ‘unlawful,’ noting that it is not part of the school’s official handbook or academic framework.

They cited cases where, after months of working with their supervisors to finalise their theses, the Ad hoc Committee provided separate and often conflicting feedback, a practice the candidates described as ‘unprofessional and inconsistent with accepted academic standards.’

The petition further criticised the recent introduction of a ‘Pre-Viva’ session, an additional internal review process before theses are sent to external examiners, which they claim has unnecessarily prolonged the graduation process.

The candidates urged the Governing Council to intervene by dissolving the Ad hoc Committee and directing immediate steps to facilitate the graduation of at least 30 students who have completed their theses by the end of 2025.

They also warned that if their grievances are not resolved promptly, they would petition the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), the Ministry of Education, and the Office of the President, and may resort to a press conference to draw public attention to their plight.

Responding to the concerns, GIMPA’s Deputy Rector, Prof. Ebenezer Adaku, acknowledged the challenges but explained that only the school’s Academic Board has the authority to dissolve the Ad hoc Committee.

He assured the students that management is committed to resolving the issues and has directed that all completed proposals and theses be submitted through supervisors to the committee for prompt review.

Prof. Adaku emphasised the school’s commitment to improving the efficiency of the review process to ensure that students who have completed their work can graduate without undue delay.

A number of African parliamentarians have pledged to uphold The Accra Declaration on Freedom of Religion or Belief, recognising it as a significant document for promoting and protecting freedom of religion or belief across Africa.

This commitment was made during a three-day workshop organised by the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA) and the International Panel of Parliamentary Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) Academy, held in Accra from October 6 to 8, 2025.

Parliamentary representatives from countries such as Ghana, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Zambia, Uganda, Kenya, and Malawi expressed their commitment to strengthening human rights in Africa by fostering interfaith dialogue and cooperation, protecting vulnerable communities, as well as promoting democratic values and good governance.

The declaration, adopted on October 8, 2025, affirmed their commitment to stand in solidarity with victims of religious violence and to denounce acts of violence as well as incitement to hatred based on religion or belief. It emphasised the importance of ensuring the right to remedy for victims and engaging with affected communities respectfully.

Additionally, the declaration seeks to ban harmful traditional practices, such as child marriage, and ensure that laws and policies related to freedom of religion or belief comply with international human rights standards at all levels. It also encourages various African countries to work in coordination with their governments to request the official visit of the United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief to assess the situation regarding this fundamental right.

The parliamentarians pledged to refrain from weaponising religion for political purposes and to effectively combat incitement to hatred, as well as religious intolerance and discrimination, both online and offline.

Prof. Nazila Ghanea, the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief, delivered a presentation highlighting various UN mechanisms used to promote and protect this right, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Article 18) and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (Article 18).

Her presentation provided valuable insights into the UN’s role in advocating for freedom of religion or belief. The event sparked discussions and raised awareness among parliamentarians about the significance of UN mechanisms in advancing freedom of religion or belief in Africa.

Rev. Dr. Johnson Mbilla also delivered a talk titled ‘Politics, Religion, and Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB): Focus on Africa,’ offering a timely perspective on the regional context and underscoring the importance of FoRB in the continent. He explored the complex relationships between politics, religion, and FoRB in Africa.

Some residents of Asemko in the Ahanta West Municipality of the Western Region have called for immense support to help rebuild the community.

The farming community has currently become a ghost town as most of the residents have left the area as a result of a bloody clash with neighbouring community, Butre, which claimed one life recently.

The clash occurred due to an alleged long-standing chieftaincy dispute between the two communities.

The residents made the call when the Western Regional Security Council (REGSEC), led by the Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, visited the community to assess the extent of damage caused as well as discuss how peace could be restored.

The residents recounted how they had to leave the community without taking anything when the attack started and most houses were set ablaze.

They bemoaned the fact that unresolved chieftaincy disputes fueled the disturbances.

Meanwhile, the REGSEC has vowed to ensure peace prevail between the two communities.

It would be recalled that the disturbances between Asemko and Butre claimed the life of one John Quaocoe, believed to be the brother of the Butre chief, and left many others injured.

The deceased was butchered with a cutlass by some members of the feuding factions.

Property worth thousands of Ghana cedis were destroyed and several houses set ablaze in the mayhem.

According to information gathered, the Asemko community has been under the rule of the Butre chief for so many years.

However, recently the Asemko community claimed that it had gained its freedom and so has the right to install its own chief, which created confusion between the two communities.

The youth in the two communities, wielding guns and machetes, attacked themselves, leading to the death of the Butre chief’s brother.

A Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana, Justice Dennis Dominic Adjei, has launched a new book which explores the global framework of international human rights law and its relevance to Africa’s judicial practice.

The 20-chapter book, titled ‘International Human and Peoples’ Rights: Law and Practice,’ examines major human rights systems, landmark cases, and evolving legal principles from civil and political rights to economic, social, and collective dimensions.

The launch took place at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences last Friday in Accra.

Justice Adjei, who also serves as a Judge of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, mentioned that his motivation for writing the book came from the need to bridge the gap between theory and practice in international human rights jurisprudence.

‘Wherever I travel, whether to a library or a bookshop, I find literature on the African, Inter-American, and European human rights courts, as well as on the ICC and ICJ, but never in a single volume. This book brings them all together,’ he said.

He further explained that the book contains simple language which can help leaders to understand how international courts operate.

‘Everybody must get a copy. The language is simple and engaging. It will help not only lawyers but also institutional leaders and scholars to understand how international courts operate,’ he stressed.

Justice Adjei emphasised the need for countries to honour their treaty obligations once they ratify international conventions, and distinguished between ‘human rights,’ which belong to individuals, and ‘peoples’ rights,’ which are collective.

He also highlighted the importance of legal interpretation in adjudication, stressing that ‘interpretation is not common sense; it is the effective use of appropriate legal tools.’

The chairman of the book launch, former Speaker of Parliament, Prof. Rev. Aaron Mike Oquaye, lauded Justice Dennis Dominic Adjei for his remarkable scholarly contributions to legal education and jurisprudence.

He described the author as a ‘distinguished scholar and luminary’ whose works have enriched both academia and the judiciary.

He further commended Justice Adjei for his diligence in keeping his writings current and relevant in a rapidly evolving legal environment.

‘He continues to revise his texts to maintain their accuracy and usefulness. That discipline is the hallmark of a serious scholar,’ Prof. Oquaye stated.

The launch also marked the reintroduction of three revised editions of Justice Adjei’s earlier works: ‘Modern Approach to the Law of Interpretation in Ghana, Alternative Dispute Resolution: A Ghanaian Perspective’ (co-authored with Justice Barbara Ackah-Yensu), and ‘Essential Laws on Credit Creation and Administration of Security Interests: A Ghanaian Perspective’.

Prof. Oquaye described each of the books as ‘authoritative and timely’ additions to Ghana’s legal literature.

‘It combines academic depth with practical insight-a one-stop resource that reflects deep research, global exposure, and unwavering dedication to advancing the law,’ he said, as he officially launched the 968-page publication.

The book was reviewed by media personality and private legal practitioner, Samson Lardy Anyenini.

Four persons have been remanded into police custody by a Circuit Court in Accra for allegedly operating a fraudulent online food delivery service.

The accused, Elliot Sotama Atsu, 20; Elijah Sotama Etse, 20; Jethro Atsu, 20; and Selasi Agboli, 21, according to court documents, created fake food delivery platforms mimicking well-known brands like Papaye, Pizzaman Chickenman, KFC, and Mawarko.

By doing this, they had unauthorised access to victims mobile money wallet and bank accounts, and managed to lure unsuspecting victims to place orders for food and subsequently made payment, but never received the food.

The four have been charged with conspiracy to commit fraud and defrauding by false pretences. Their pleas have been reserved as investigations continue.

The court, presided over by Her Honour Jojo Amoah Hagan, remanded the accused to reappear on November 3, 2025, as the police conduct further investigations into the matter.

The prosecution’s brief facts indicate that the accused were arrested by personnel from the Cybercrime Unit of the Ghana Police Service at their hideout at Haatso in Accra, following intelligence gathered on suspected fraudulent activities of some persons within Sogakope and its environs.

They are alleged to have engaged in fraudulent activities by creating fake online food delivery services platforms mimicking established brands like Papaye, Pizzaman Chickenman, KFC, Mawarko and others.

‘Unsuspecting customers who come across these fake portals on Google placed orders for food online and are instructed to make payments in advance through mobile money accounts provided by the scammers,’ the facts state.

The facts pointed out that after payment was made, the victims never received the food they ordered.

Twelve mobile phones suspected to have been used in the fraudulent activities were retrieved during the operation and will undergo digital forensic examination to assist in the investigation.

A total of hundred young ladies have been trained in digital skills, particularly in coding, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI) during the 2025 Girl Code Hackathon organised in Accra.

Supported by MTN Ghana Foundation and Absa Bank Ghana, this initiative reaffirmed their commitment to digital inclusion and women’s empowerment through the 2025 edition of the Girl Code Hackathon.

At the end of the hackathon, participants were tasked to develop application to solve everyday challenges, Lockedin won the competition followed by Real Woman and A Connect taking the second and third positions respectively.

Each of the winning team members received one tablet, keyboard, wireless mouse, headset and a book.

Speaking at the 30-hour hackathon, Senior Manager of the MTN Ghana Foundation, Robert Kuzoe, said the programme reflects MTN’s broader mission to equip young women with the technical and soft skills necessary to excel in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.

‘Today’s programme is something we do every year. We bring together young women from tertiary institutions – a couple of hundred girls – for a hackathon that challenges their minds and creativity. The goal is to empower them with digital skills, particularly in coding, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence,’ he said.

Mr. Kuzoe explained that the hackathon encourages participants to identify pressing social and business problems in their communities and to develop technology-driven solutions to address them.

He described this year’s edition as unique because it focuses exclusively on tertiary-level participants, who are expected to deliver more advanced and refined ideas.

Head of Technology and Service Management at Absa Bank Ghana, Anita Twum-Ampofo, encouraged young women in technology to develop innovative, inclusive, and secure digital solutions that respond to the needs of ordinary Africans.

Speaking under the theme, ‘Future-Proofing Africa: Innovation at the Intersection of Fintech, Cybersecurity, and AI,’ she noted the importance of using technology as a force for inclusion, empowerment, and ethical transformation.

She stressed that Africa’s young population and rapidly growing digital economy present not only immense opportunities, but also responsibilities to ensure trust and inclusion in technology.

CEO and Founder of GirlCode, Zandile Mkwanazi, outlined the main judging criteria for the competition, noting that teams would be assessed based on four key areas – innovation activity, technical execution, impact and usefulness, and presentation or demonstration.

The Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr. Audrey Smock Amoah, has called for equitable and sustainable management of Africa’s natural resources to promote shared prosperity and social justice.

Speaking at the Equity in Extraction Conference 2025 in Accra yesterday, organised by the Integrated Social Development Centre (ISODEC) in collaboration with the Ford Foundation and International Development Economics Associates (IDEAs), Dr. Amoah stressed that ‘equity in extraction is not just an economic goal but a moral and development imperative.’

She said Africa’s vast mineral wealth, including gold, bauxite, lithium, cobalt, and nickel, must translate into tangible improvements in jobs, education, and infrastructure for local communities.

The conference drew participants from Sierra Leone, Liberia, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Sudan, Nigeria and Benin, and it was held under the theme ‘Equity in Extraction: Addressing Inequalities in Natural Resource Governance, Critical Minerals and Climate Change.’

Using the example of Ghana’s polluted River Pra, the NDPC boss warned that unregulated mining, weak governance, and short-term political interests have caused widespread environmental harm and social injustice.

Citing data from the African Development Bank and UNDP, Dr. Amoah noted that although Africa holds nearly 30 percent of the world’s mineral reserves, it remains one of the least industrialized regions.

According to her, only about 15 to 20 percent of mining revenues stay within local economies, leaving resource-rich communities among the poorest.

She therefore urged African governments to strengthen transparency, fair contracting, and community participation while promoting value addition, technology transfer, and regional cooperation to avoid remaining mere exporters of raw materials.

The Executive Director of IDEAs, Dr. Charles Abugre, echoed these concerns, urging policymakers to adopt a long-term, sovereign, and technologically driven approach to managing natural resources.

He warned that Africa’s extractive model, which is capital-intensive and externally controlled, continues to widen inequality and deepen poverty despite decades of mining.

‘Our economies grow poorer even as extraction intensifies. Poverty is rising, inequality is worsening, and environmental degradation continues,’ Dr. Abugre said.

He cautioned against ‘regulatory capture’ by foreign corporations and urged governments to reclaim ownership and strategic control over resource exploitation.

Turning to the emerging critical minerals sector, he warned that Africa risks repeating the mistakes of the gold and diamond era if it fails to invest in research, technology, and industrial value chains. ‘We cannot afford to be price takers again in the global green transition,’ he stressed, calling for patient, long-term planning to ensure minerals drive inclusive prosperity.

Delivering the conference’s welcome address, ISODEC Executive Director Sam Danso highlighted how poor governance and climate change reinforce inequality across resource-rich regions.

He noted that agricultural productivity in Africa has fallen by 34 percent since 1960 due to climate change, and the World Bank estimates that up to 35 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa could be pushed into poverty by 2025.

He added that adaptation costs in West Africa alone, he said, could reach US$50 billion annually by 2050.

Mr. Danso called for transparency, accountability, and fair benefit-sharing in extractive governance.

The three-day conference aims to produce actionable policy recommendations for governments, industries, and civil society, ensuring Africa’s resource wealth becomes a foundation for equity, climate resilience, and inclusive development rather than exploitation.