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QNET, a global wellness and lifestyle company, has officially appointed renowned media personality, Nathan Kwabena Anokye Adisi, popularly known as Bola Ray, as its official representative in Ghana.

The announcement, made at a signing ceremony held yesterday in Accra, brought together QNET executives, business leaders, media professionals, and dignitaries from Ghana and abroad.

According to the company, the event marks QNET’s commitment to promoting transparency in its operations and highlights Ghana’s key role in the firm’s sub-Saharan Africa strategy.

Speaking at the event, QNET Deputy Chairman Biram Fall said the company is focused on empowering individuals through entrepreneurship and ethical business practices, while taking concrete steps to build trust and transparency in Ghana.

He noted that, in recent months, QNET has opened a compliance office in Accra and partnered with the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to combat scams and misuse of its brand.

Mr. Fall described Bola Ray as an ideal ambassador for QNET, commending his integrity, influence, and commitment to youth empowerment.

‘Bola Ray’s voice and credibility in the community will help us build awareness, restore trust, and educate the public about who we are and what we stand for,’ he said.

In his remarks, Bola Ray expressed pride in his new role, affirming his dedication to upholding QNET’s values and helping to address fraudulent schemes that have tarnished the company’s image in the country.

‘QNET is not a travel agency, scholarship provider, or investment scheme. Scammers have exploited the brand to defraud Ghanaians, and we’re here to put an end to that. A fraudulent company would not boldly establish a physical office and partner with key security agencies.

This shows QNET is a credible organisation focused on wellness, lifestyle, and empowerment,’ he noted.

He added that the opening of QNET’s physical compliance office in East Legon represents a major milestone in building legitimacy and transparency.

He pledged to leverage his experience in media and stakeholder engagement to promote ethical entrepreneurship and support public education efforts.

‘This partnership is about more than business; it’s about impact,’ Bola Ray stated. ‘Together, we can fight misinformation, create opportunities for our youth, and foster a thriving, ethical direct selling environment in Ghana,’ he stressed.

The company also announced plans to roll out community outreach programmes, youth entrepreneurship initiatives, and media engagements.

It further encouraged Ghanaians to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities, and verify any QNET-related communications through the company’s official website.

THE EMPOWERING Better Life (EBL) Foundation recently visited Peduase Methodist Junior High School to educate pupils on financial literacy and ethical leadership.

The engaging session focused on cultivating good saving habits, empowering students to make informed decisions, and navigating life’s challenges.

The Founder of EBL Foundation, Lady Alma Pokuaa Adade-Prempeh, said the engagement taught pupils how to manage money effectively, save, and budget, setting them up for financial stability.

She said the selection of financial literacy is to equip children with the skills necessary to make informed financial decisions, reducing stress and anxiety.

‘Not everyone knows how to save, so we are trying to encourage them, educate them to learn the importance of money. Because if you’re not financially resilient, you find life difficult. It affects your mental health, among other things,’ she stressed.

Lady Alma, speaking on ethical leadership, said this plays a vital role in shaping children’s values, behaviours, and decision-making processes.

‘This knowledge will help children to develop a strong moral compass, promote kindness, social responsibility, and community involvement. By teaching ethical leadership, we empower children to become responsible, compassionate, and confident individuals, prepared to succeed in life and make a positive impact on the world,’ she added.

The EBL Foundation, as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects, donated a digital printing machine, a large white writing board for the school, and some goodie bags. The goodie bags contain sanitary pads for girls, hand sanitiser, refreshment, and learning materials.

According to Lady Alma, the sanitary kits were specifically provided to enable girls to manage their menstruation safely, hygienically, and with dignity.

‘These reusable pads will reduce the risk of infections, discomfort, and embarrassment. And I am urging my girls to keep at least one in their bags for emergency cases,’ she added.

The headmaster of the school, Mr. Joel Okine Darko, expressed gratitude to the EBL Foundation, pledging to ensure that items donated will be maintained and put to good use.

When the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Ghana, Abdulfattah A.K. Al Sattari paid a courtesy call on Western Publications, publishers of the Daily Guide on Wednesday, he called for peace and de-occupation of his motherland.

A day after the visit, the world woke up to the exciting news about negotiators reaching an agreement towards the restoration of peace in Palestine as part of a 21-point journey.

The visit and the call by the envoy was by all standards auspicious; it was a prayer come true.

The consistent bombardment of Palestine attracted the attention of the world as evidenced by the global demonstrations against what has been described by experts as genocide. No war in recent times has attracted such a magnitude of opprobrium.

The world showed an unusual solidarity with the oppressed people of Palestine.

Some have said that it goes beyond what happened during the holocaust.

Ghana stood on the side of history by stating unambiguously its stand against the killing of mostly women and children.

The massacre of over 60,000 unarmed women and children and the stoppage of the entry of food trucks into the occupied land constituted a crime.

This being the first phase of the agreement which entails the exchange of captives by both sides, Israel and Hamas, it is our wish that unlike other agreements this one would hold. Previous end of hostilities failed to hold.

Some might wonder why we should show interest in what is happening elsewhere in the world when we have our own challenges.

Scholars of international politics would demur because in a global village which the world is, happenings outside our borders have direct or indirect effects on us.

Israel and Palestine are both in the Middle East oil-endowed region whose geopolitics have a direct effect on the world supply and pricing of this energy source.

The Russo-Ukrainian war impacted negatively the economies of the world of which Ghana is a part.

The COVID-19 pandemic emanated from outside our borders, the effects of which visited us worryingly when it made a landfall here.

We cannot fold our arms as avoidable bloodletting goes on in other parts of the world such as the Middle East, especially to which our economy is tied directly and otherwise.

Although there are grey areas in the 21-point roadmap as presented by the US and accepted largely by the two belligerents as it were, it is our hope that Qatar, Egypt including Turkey and Israel will overcome the sticky areas which might rear their heads, especially in the area of total withdrawal of the occupier.

Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli Prime Minister, should respect the terms of the agreement and especially make the deal work.

Hamas’ agreement to extricate itself from the future government in Palestine should be underpinned in sincerity.

The eventual creation of a state of Palestine with defined borders and which would not threaten the security of Israel should be the final destination. It is possible if the power broker, the US and Israel herself put their hearts to it.

The war in Gaza was one which could have plunged the world into an avoidable world war.

The immediate family of late highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has filed a court injunction to halt funeral and burial arrangements announced by a faction of the extended family.

In a statement issued yesterday, the immediate family, comprising his wife, Mrs. Akosua Serwah Fosu and their children, said they were ‘deeply distressed’ to learn of funeral plans being circulated on social media without their knowledge or consent.

According to the statement, Abusuapanyin Kofi Wusu and members of a funeral committee had publicly announced a funeral date for the late musician during an interview on October 8, without consulting the deceased’s legal wife or children.

The family described the action as ‘disrespectful and inconsiderate,’ accusing the organisers of sidelining them in all burial-related decisions since the musician’s passing on July 26, 2025, in Accra.

‘Hearing about your own husband’s funeral plans for the first time through social media is deeply distressing,’ the statement said, adding that the actions of the committee showed ‘a complete lack of respect for the wishes and rights of the deceased’s direct family.’

The family further explained that Daddy Lumba was legally married to Mrs. Akosua Serwah Fosu in Bornheim, Germany, on December 23, 2004, and remained married to her until his death.

Citing Section 1306 of the German Civil Code (BGB), they emphasised that German law strictly prohibits bigamy, making any claims of a second marriage ‘false, misleading, and legally void.’

The family also revealed that questions remain about the exact cause of the musician’s death, noting that investigations are still ongoing.

In light of the controversy and alleged lack of communication, the ‘direct family’ has sought a court injunction to suspend the funeral and burial until proper dialogue and consensus are reached among all parties.

Addressing the late singer’s fans and the public, the family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support, urging them to disregard unofficial funeral announcements.

‘We assure the public that a respectful and dignified farewell will be given to our beloved Charles Kwadwo Fosu – one befitting his legacy and the love he shared with millions through his music,’ the statement concluded.

GCB Bank Plc has unveiled a comprehensive sustainability programme that sets a new standard for responsible banking in the country.

At the heart of the programme are six flagship initiatives, namely Sheagles Soar, R³ (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle), i-360, Evolve, and EagleTouch, designed to embed social impact, environmental stewardship, and strong governance across the bank’s operations. Together, they position GCB as a leader in sustainable finance.

Launching the programme, the Board Chairman, Professor Joshua Alabi, described it as a ‘blueprint for a sustainable future,’ noting that GCB is determined to lead sustainable banking in Ghana and beyond.

‘As the premier bank, we must lead by example. By putting people and planet first in all our operations, we will secure profit in the truest sense, profit that is inclusive, resilient, and beneficial to all stakeholders,’ Prof. Alabi said.

The Managing Director, Farihan Alhassan, emphasised that sustainability is not an add-on but a cultural shift within GCB.

‘Our strategy is anchored in a baseline assessment aligned with national and global commitments, including the Paris Agreement and the UN SDGs. Built on three pillars, Environmental Stewardship, Social Responsibility, and Ethical Governance, it reflects the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit.’

Head of Special Projects and Investor Relations, George Fuachie, added that GCB is determined to lead the charge. ‘Sustainability is no longer a buzzword; it has become a way of doing business.’

The launch featured a panel discussion titled ‘People, Planet, and Profit: Sustainable Operations for Impact and Opportunity,’ moderated by Cynthia Ofori-Dwumfuo, Chief Marketing, Communications and Customer Experience Officer of GCB Bank.

The panel included GCB Board Member Pamela Addo, SUCCA Africa’s Mark Ofori Kwafo, and GCB’s Head of Credit Risk, Edward Sasu Adofo.

Panelists called for sustainability to be fully integrated into banking operations, highlighting financial inclusion, gender-responsive products, youth banking, and climate-smart agriculture as key to long-term impact.

They cautioned that climate risks pose real threats but also open opportunities in renewable energy, green jobs, and sustainable farming.

Profitability, they stressed, must advance hand in hand with social empowerment and environmental care.

The Head of the Global Freedom Network (GFN), Franca Pellegrini, has called for renewed global commitment to ending modern slavery, describing the challenge as ‘immense but surmountable through faith, unity, and action.’

Speaking at the GFN’s tenth anniversary gathering in Accra, Ms. Pellegrini expressed both gratitude for the network’s achievements and urgency about the ongoing fight. She recalled the GFN’s founding in December 2014, when twelve global religious leaders from Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, and Buddhism signed a historic declaration at the Vatican to eradicate modern slavery within a generation.

‘That moment was not just symbolic,’ she said. ‘It signalled that slavery is a moral crisis – and that faith communities have a unique role in confronting it.’

Ms. Pellegrini explained that over the past decade, GFN has mobilised faith leaders worldwide, equipped communities to recognise and respond to slavery, and championed survivor-led initiatives that ensure lived experiences inform policy and action. The organisation has also fostered strong partnerships among faith communities, governments, and civil society to strengthen prevention and promote ethical practices.

She warned that despite these successes, modern slavery persists, with more than 50 million people worldwide trapped in various forms of exploitation, from forced labour to domestic servitude and child marriage, and asked stakeholders to take decisive steps towards ending this menace.

‘Slavery continues to evolve adapting to conflict, climate change, migration, and inequality. Our response must match its scale and complexity.

‘Ending modern slavery is the work of all of us together. Faith leaders, use your pulpits as platforms for freedom. Governments, let your policies uphold dignity. Civil society, continue to reach the marginalised. Survivors, your leadership is essential.’

‘The road ahead is long, but our unity makes it possible. May our faith guide us, our unity give us strength, and our action bring freedom, dignity, and justice to all,’ she said.

The founding executive director of the Sanneh Institute, Dr. John Azumah, drew links between slavery and religion, and admitted that there were many instances where religious leaders used scriptures to justify the act.

‘Faith leaders in many different ways have been complicit in using very oppressive religious texts to justify slavery; religion was always corrupted to justify the practice,’ he said.

He also urged the government to prioritise the passage of a bill aimed at addressing witchcraft accusations, highlighting that the recent change in parliament has hindered the progress of this important legislation, which was close to being approved.

‘We have campaigned along with faith leaders in this room and other organisations for the last four years to really get the government to pass a bill against witchcraft accusations. We managed to get a bill passed in 2023 by Ghana’s parliament, but unfortunately, the bill was not signed into law. We’re praying that the current government will take responsibility and do something about this kind of danger to our vulnerable,’ he added.

Highlife musician, Kofi Nti, has revealed that he has quit smoking and drinking alcohol, saying the habits once threatened to ruin his music career.

In an interview with Nana Romeo on October 7, 2025, the Rakia hitmaker admitted that while he was never a chain smoker, the lifestyle negatively affected his health, focus, and career growth.

‘Even though I wasn’t a chain smoker, smoking is something you can get addicted to, and it can destroy your career and life,’ he said.

He further explained how addiction could prevent artists from building valuable connections. ‘You can be so addicted that even after a show, when you should be networking with VIPs who may help boost your career, you would be at the back smoking,’ he added.

Kofi Nti said he made the bold decision to quit both smoking and drinking after realising how destructive the habits were to his progress. ‘I was influenced by friends, and because of that, I don’t go close to such friends. I feel I might be tempted to start again if I keep associating with them,’ he noted.

The country’s gold reserves have climbed to 37.06 tonnes at the end of September 2025, according to the latest data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG).

The central bank’s report shows that the country’s gold holdings have maintained a consistent upward trajectory since May 2023, when reserves stood at 8.78 tonnes.

Over the subsequent 16 months, the figure has more than quadrupled, reflecting the bank’s aggressive accumulation strategy under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP) and the Gold for Reserves initiative.

From June 2024 to September 2025, reserves increased by almost 14 tonnes, underscoring the effectiveness of the central bank’s policy to use gold as a stabilising asset in foreign reserves management.

The sustained growth has positioned Ghana among Africa’s leading gold-reserve holders, alongside South Africa and Egypt.

Analysts say the accumulation aligns with the BoG’s broader strategy to diversify reserves away from the US dollar and strengthen the cedi’s long-term stability.

Gold holdings now account for a significant share of Ghana’s reserve assets, enhancing the country’s resilience against external shocks and currency volatility.

Governor of BoG, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama has previously emphasised that increasing gold holdings is key to insulating the economy from global commodity price fluctuations and exchange rate pressures.

The approach, he noted, complements the Domestic Gold for Oil and Gold for Reserves programmes designed to improve foreign exchange liquidity and stabilise fuel imports.

The September data marks the highest level of gold reserves in recent time, with total holdings rising from 36.02 tonnes in August to 37.06 tonnes a month later, a gain of more than one tonne in just 30 days.

Tragedy struck at Mpasatia in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region on Wednesday, October 8, when a 40-year-old electrician, popularly known as Kofi Electrician, was electrocuted while fixing an earth wire in a three-bedroom house.

Information gathered by DAILY GUIDE indicates that the deceased, who lived at Nkawie, had been hired by a landlady, Madam Fati Adams, to correct an electrical fault in her house, which had been experiencing irregular power issues.

Eyewitnesses say the incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. while the electrician was working on a wooden ladder. He reportedly fell to the ground and died instantly.

The landlady, who had gone to the market to buy foodstuffs to prepare a meal for the electrician upon his request, returned to find him lying motionless. When she attempted to touch him, she was shocked by an electric current and ran out to seek help from nearby residents.

Residents described the deceased as a well-known electrician who frequently undertook jobs in the community.

Police from the Toase Divisional Command were later called to the scene to convey the body to the Afari Hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy.

Investigations have been launched to ascertain the exact cause of death and whether safety precautions were followed during the electrical work.