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Veteran Nollywood actor, Chiwetalu Agu, has declared that prayers alone cannot eliminate poverty.

In a video on X, the outspoken actor dismissed the common belief that poverty can be prayed away, insisting that hard work and diligence are the true keys to prosperity.

‘Poverty does not die by fire. I repeat, poverty cannot die by fire. Pray from now till tomorrow – if you don’t work hard, poverty will deal with you,’ Agu said.

He explained that while prayer connects people to divine wisdom and favour, it becomes ‘meaningless without corresponding effort.’

‘Yes, prayer is powerful; it connects you to divine wisdom and favour, but work is the channel through which blessings manifest,’ he added.

Agu urged Nigerians to abandon the ‘manna mentality’ and embrace industry and self-reliance, stressing that even divine favour requires human participation.

‘You can pray all day for success, but if you refuse to work, plan, or act, you will still remain poor. God blesses effort, not idleness,’ he concluded.

The race for Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) 2025 crown has never been more compelling, with Greater Accra Region’s representative, Adjorkor, solidifying her position as the contestant to beat heading into the grand finale on October 19, 2025.

Her journey has been a testament to unparalleled consistency, characterised by spectacular dominance and dramatic resilience, ultimately fueling widespread predictions of her victory.

Adjorkor’s tenure has been a statistical powerhouse from the very start. She quickly established dominance, beginning with the highly anticipated ‘Storytelling Night’ at Mantse Agbonaa, where her eloquence and stage mastery secured her the title of the competition’s First Star Performer, alongside a nomination for Most Eloquent.

This early momentum set the bar for the entire season and was amplified in Week 4 during ‘Fashion Night’. In this glamorous African fashion showcase, her commanding presence, striking beauty, and fierce confidence on the runway were undeniable.

She earned a second coveted Overall Star Performer award, along with nominations for Best Model and Best Costume, making her one of the most decorated contestants of the season.

However, her otherwise stellar journey was not without its profound trials. Her first significant setback-or ‘fall’-came in Week 6 during ‘Traditional Wear Night,’ where she surprisingly landed in the precarious Bottom Four.

Yet, demonstrating true grit and exceptional determination, she used this scare as fuel. The following week, during ‘Game Night,’ she earned nominations for both Star Performer and Best Costume, proving her unwavering commitment to excellence.

The ultimate cliffhanger that captured the nation’s attention occurred on the penultimate night, during the pivotal ‘Justify Your Inclusion’ semi-finals. Despite delivering a strong educational performance that added further nominations for Most Eloquent and Best Costume to her tally, she was shockingly placed in the Bottom Three, fighting for survival alongside Afedziwaa of the Central Region and Yeli of the Bono Region.

In a move that underscored her perceived value, the judges intervened to save her for a crucial second time, granting her a highly sought-after ticket to the grand finale. Explaining the decision to keep her in the race, Resident Judge Janet Sunkwa-Mills provided a critical context that essentially tipped Adjorkor in as the season’s frontrunner.

She clarified that their decision transcends the immediate nightly score: ‘Our decision was not based only on the night’s performance but also on consistency throughout the journey. We have kept saving this contestant who was at the bottom, as well as considering the audience’s 40% voting power on the night.’

This judicial confidence in her overall body of work highlights Adjorkor as the most consistent and resilient competitor this season. This dramatic validation has ignited a powerful social media wave, with fans celebrating her perseverance and predicting her final victory. On Instagram, overwhelming sentiment supported the judges’ decision and her overall quality. @lovelyabbey8 captured the mood perfectly, writing that ‘sometimes first impressions are always important. The judges always save Adjorkor for her excellent performance at Mantse Agbonaa. Go for gold, Adjorkor. You deserve it.’ Echoing this enthusiasm, @esterloca shared, ‘Well done Adjorkor. You did so well and deserve everything that comes your way. Congratulations once more,’ while @nii_nii.x celebrated her perseverance, proclaiming, ‘You really put your enemies to shame. Adjorkor for a reason!’

With a remarkable record of two Star Performer wins, two judges’ saves, and an impressive nine total nominations across eloquence, performance, and costume categories, Adjorkor has demonstrated that she possesses the complete package-beauty, brilliance, cultural depth, and surging public support. Five years after Naa Dedei Botchwey won the crown for Greater Accra Region in 2020, Adjorkor is poised to make her mark in GMB history.

THE LIFELESS body of a male adult has reportedly been found on the compound of the Kuntanase Roman Catholic Junior High School (JHS) in the Ashanti Region, sparking fears.

The body of the unknown man, who is believed to be around 35 years old, according to the police, was reportedly found in the afternoon of Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Francis Adu Amankwah, the Assemblyman of Kuntanase Electoral Area, was said to have officially lodged a complaint with the police after the dead body was found in the school.

According to the police, they proceeded to the scene and found the body of a man, who appeared to be mentally challenged, but there were no marks of violence on the body to suspect foul play.

‘On 9/10/25 about 1430 hours, Francis Adu Amankwah, the Assemblyman of Kuntanase Electoral Area, reported to Kuntanase Police that a dead body of a male adult, aged about 35 years, was lying at spot in the compound of Kuntanase Roman Catholic JHS.

‘Police and the complainant proceeded to the scene and saw the dead body. He appeared to be a mentally challenged person and not known in the community.

‘The scene was photographed by the case officer, after which he inspected the body. No external marks of violence were seen,’ a Kuntanase District Police report said, ruling out any suspicion of violence.

The body of the deceased, the police stated, has since been deposited at the Saint Michael Hospital mortuary, Pramso, awaiting identification and autopsy. Meanwhile, police investigation into the case is ongoing.

The Ashanti Regional Commander of Prisons, Deputy Director of Prisons (DDP) Ing. James B. Mwinyelle, who also doubles as the Officer in Charge of the Kumasi Central Prison, has described the increase in the daily feeding rate for inmates from GHS1.80 to GHS5.00 as ‘a wonderful development’ that will significantly enhance the welfare of prisoners across the country.

In an exclusive interview with DAILY GUIDE in Kumasi on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, DDP Mwinyelle said the long-awaited adjustment in the feeding rate was a major step towards improving conditions in Ghana’s prisons, where the previous rate had remained unchanged for many years.

‘The increase from GHS1.80 to GHS5.00 is a big jump, and it will go a long way to improve the quality of meals served. Feeding is one of the topmost welfare issues, and once that is taken care of, the health of the inmates will improve, and the pains of imprisonment will be lessened a bit,’ he noted.

He revealed that the Kumasi Central Prison, which currently houses over 1,600 inmates, has already begun revising its food menu to ensure that prisoners feel the full benefit of the increase.

‘It will not be business as usual. We are now preparing a new menu to include rice, beans, and groundnuts to meet nutritional and protein requirements. We even hope to serve eggs once a month or every other week,’ he disclosed.

To complement the improved diet, DDP Mwinyelle said the prison administration was expanding its vegetable garden at Bekwai Roundabout to reduce costs and supplement meals with fresh produce.

‘Our Director General, Mrs. Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, has directed that every prison establishment should have a garden, and here in Kumasi, we are already cultivating vegetables. We plan to expand so that a portion of the GHS5.00 will go into carbohydrates, while the vegetables will balance the nutrition,’ he explained.

He further expressed gratitude to the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, and the Director General of the Ghana Prisons Service for their instrumental roles in securing the increase.

‘The Interior Minister has shown great commitment from day one. He told us he would take us out of the ‘orphanage,’ and indeed, we are beginning to see that transformation,’ he said, and also commended the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene for his support.

DDP Mwinyelle cautioned that inadequate feeding often contributes to disturbances and health challenges within prisons, emphasising that the new rate would help maintain calm and improve overall welfare.

Think Prison 360 Initiative

Touching on the Think Prison 360 Initiative launched earlier this year by the Ghana Prisons Service, DDP Mwinyelle said the project aims to reshape public perception of prisons as reformation centres rather than dumping grounds.

‘The initiative is a reset agenda for the Ghana Prisons Service. It reminds society that the prison is not a place to dump people. When the state fails to invest in reforming inmates, everyone becomes unsafe,’ he remarked.

He appealed to relatives, philanthropists, and the general public to continue supporting the prison system through donations, partnerships, and advocacy to sustain reforms and improve inmate welfare.

‘The increase in feeding rate is a major step forward, and we are exceedingly grateful to the government. But as Oliver Twist, we will always ask for more-perhaps GHS10.00 next year,’ he concluded with optimism.

Prudential Bank has kicked off its breast cancer screening campaign in Takoradi, marking the first of five screenings scheduled across the country this month.

Over 300 women participated in the event held at the Church of Pentecost premises at Kwesimintim with the aim of raising awareness on breast cancer.

Head of Brand at the Bank, Jamilla Disu, said ‘the screening is part of our annual initiative to promote breast cancer awareness and encourage people to check for early detection. We believe that early detection is key to saving lives.’

She indicated that similar screening exercises will be conducted in Accra, Tema, Kumasi, and Tamale, providing essential health services to communities across the country.

‘Last year, the Bank screened over 1,200 individuals, with 327 screened in Tamale alone. This year, our target is to exceed this number. The beauty of it is that we are visiting the same centres we undertook the exercises last year. This way, those who benefitted previously have the chance to be checked again,’ Ms. Disu disclosed.

This initiative is part of Prudential Bank’s ongoing efforts to contribute to the well-being of its customers and the communities it serves.

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide, with over 2.3 million new cases diagnosed globally each year. Men are at risk as well even though it is more prevalent in women. Early detection and treatment can significantly improve outcomes and survival rates among the population.

In Ghana, breast cancer is a significant health concern, with many cases being diagnosed at advanced stages.

Six people, including a month-old baby, sustained gunshot wounds after a man identified as Kofi Cole allegedly fired shots indiscriminately during a celebration at Kwabenakwa in the Obuasi East Municipality on Tuesday.

The tragic incident, reportedly, followed a court ruling on the Kwabenakwa chieftaincy dispute, which went in favour of one of the rival families. In the heat of jubilation, some members of the victorious faction took to the streets in a tricycle (Pragyia), firing gunshots into the air to express their excitement.

According to ABN’s Senior Correspondent, Chukwu Joseph, eyewitnesses and some relatives of the victims confirmed that the gunfire came from Kofi Cole, who is said to be related to one of the winning family members. Stray bullets struck six bystanders, including the baby, leaving the community in shock and panic.

The Assembly Member for Kwabenakwa, Mr. Charles Abu, in an interview, expressed deep concern over the incident. He said he rushed to the scene upon hearing the gunshots and assisted in transporting the injured victims to the hospital for treatment.

He described the act as reckless and called on the police to ensure that justice is served.

Police have since launched investigations into the matter, while residents of Kwabenakwa have appealed for calm as the victims receive medical attention.

Mr. Stephen Adjokatcher, President of the Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF), has been elected Vice President of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA), the global body for Freight Forwarders.

The election took place at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi, Vietnam, at the FIATA World Congress 2025, held from October 6 to 10.

His election marks a significant milestone not only for Ghana but for the African freight forwarding community, as Mr. Adjokatcher brings decades of experience and leadership to the global logistics platform.

In stiff competition with 13 other candidates, Mr. Adjokatcher emerged victorious. Other countries who contested the vice presidency included, India, Italy, Columbia, Vietnam, Morocco, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Iran, Chinese Taipei and Egypt.

In his acceptance remarks, Mr. Adjokatcher expressed gratitude to the newly elected President, Thomas Sim from Singapore and the Director-General of FIATA, Mr. Stephane Graber for the confidence placed in him by FIATA’s member associations, and reaffirmed his commitment to addressing the pressing challenges confronting the global logistics and transport sector.

‘The world is experiencing rapid changes in supply chain dynamics, digitalisation, and sustainability expectations. As Vice President, I am dedicated to collaborating with stakeholders worldwide to develop practical, future-oriented solutions,’ he stated.

He added that ‘Together, we must ensure that the freight forwarding industry stays resilient, efficient, and inclusive amid global disruptions.’

Even before his election, Mr. Adjokatcher had already initiated measures aimed at connecting the Togolese Association, Union Professionnel Des Agrés en Douane du Togo (UPRAD TOGO) with FIATA. This has allowed the Togolese Freight Forwarders to access the benefits of the global organisation.

An astute Freight Forwarder of several decades, Mr. Adjokatcher is also the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Santa Shipping Company.

The 2025 FIATA World Congress, under the theme, ‘Green and Resilient Logistics’, brought together more than 1,000 leaders in the logistics and transport sectors from 100 countries across the world.

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the congress after his election, Mr. Adjokatcher expressed gratitude to the delegates for the confidence reposed in him, promising to perform his duties diligently and to the best of his ability.

He thanked his colleagues from GIFF who went with him to the congress for the support they gave him, which paved the way for his election.

Under his leadership at GIFF, Mr. Adjokatcher has been instrumental in driving regulatory reforms, capacity building, and the digital transformation of freight forwarding in Ghana.

For almost 100 years, FIATA has been convening industry leaders and innovators in logistics at its flagship FIATA World Congress (FWC) to discuss industry challenges and trends.

This annual event, which takes place around September and October, brings together around 700 to 1,000 participants from the logistics, transport, and cargo industries, as well as observers from other sectors and a number of institutional attendees.

FIATA, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, represents over 40,000 forwarding and logistics firms worldwide.

Afrobeat star KiDi has said he has a firm belief in monogamy, insisting that love and relationships should focus on one man and one woman.

In an interview on Asempa FM, the ‘Lomo Lomo’ hitmaker revealed that his parents’ enduring relationship shaped his views on commitment.

‘I grew up watching my mum and dad build something beautiful together. They’ve been together for years, and that has shaped how I see love and family,’ he said.

KiDi clarified that his perspective is personal and rooted in his Christian faith, rather than a rule for others.

‘Muslims are allowed to marry more than one; Christians are not, so I cannot say what’s right or wrong for anyone else. What works for one person might not work for another,’ he explained.

The 2022 Telecel Ghana Music Awards Artiste of the Year said his family’s example instilled in him loyalty, commitment, and partnership-values he plans to uphold in his own love life. The new revelation has come weeks after KiDi was quoted as saying he is not a romantic type of lover.

BLACK STARS captain Jordan Ayew has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Ghanaians following the team’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

In a statement, Ayew thanked his teammates, coaching staff, the Ghana Football Association (GFA), the Government of Ghana, and fans nationwide for their unwavering support throughout the qualifiers.

‘I want to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your undiluted support throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers,’ Ayew said.

‘As captain of the Black Stars, I’m honoured to lead this talented group of players, and I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together.’

He praised his teammates for their dedication and unity, acknowledged the technical team’s leadership, and commended the GFA and government for their continued backing.

Ayew also thanked fans for their love and passion, describing them as the team’s biggest motivation.

The Black Stars booked their fifth consecutive World Cup appearance after defeating Comoros 1-0 at the Accra Sports Stadium last Sunday to top Group I.

Ayew played a key role in the campaign, registering 14 goal contributions – seven goals and seven assists.

The Accra West Region of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has begun installing smart prepaid meters for residents of Wiaboman, a coastal community in the Greater Accra Region.

The initiative aims to replace about 4,000 faulty meters and provide new applicants with MMS-compliant smart prepaid meters under the company’s Loss Reduction Programme (LRP).

According to ECG, the exercise will enhance service delivery, improve customer satisfaction and convenience, and help reduce commercial losses in the community.

At a community engagement with residents, the Acting District Manager for Bortianor, John Afanu, explained that the replacement exercise was entirely free for customers.

He added that ECG had been losing significant revenue in the area and hoped to seal the loopholes by replacing defective meters.

‘With the smart prepaid meters, customers can buy power at any time of the day at their convenience. The ECG Power App also allows customers to directly report power outages and challenges,’ Mr. Afanu said.

The Revenue Protection Manager, Dr. Mark Owusu Ansah, expressed concern about the high rate of illegal connections in the area, warning that such activities endanger lives and property.

‘Illegally connecting to the grid without recourse to ECG overloads transformers, leading to damage and costly replacements,’ he cautioned.

He further warned that individuals found engaging in illegal connections would be disconnected, surcharged for the stolen power, and prosecuted for power theft, adding that offenders could also be named publicly in the media.

Dr. Ansah also advised residents against using substandard electrical cables, urging them to hire certified electricians to prevent fire outbreaks.

Speaking on behalf of the community, the Assemblyman for Wiaboman, Samuel Mensah, welcomed ECG’s engagement and pledged the community’s support to address the challenges and curb illegal activities.

He said this collaboration would improve customer satisfaction while ensuring ECG receives the needed revenue from the area.

Present at the event were the Chief of Wiaboman, Nii Shantakplebi, local political leaders, traditional authorities, and community elders.

Residents were also educated on ECG’s recent digital innovations, including the ECG Mobile App and the shortcode *226#, which allow customers to check bills, make payments, and report faults conveniently.