Riddims Ghana Network Expands Its Music Distribution Reach, Supporting Artistes Like D-Flex, Haruna Suviva and UF Jay Sark, Subcidy etc. Riddims Ghana Network is strengthening its presence in Ghana’s music industry through digital music distribution, helping artistes get their music out to a wider audience and create more opportunities in the evolving digital music market. Riddims Ghana Network continues to build its identity as an entertainment brand with an interest in music distribution, artiste promotion and digital music exposure. Through its distribution activities, the network has worked with artistes including *D-Flex, Haruna Suviva, UF Jay Sark and Subcidy*, among others,…
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The race for executive positions in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region is gathering momentum, with 65 aspirants undergoing vetting and leading contenders urging their supporters to avoid insults and personal attacks as the party prepares for its regional elections. The vetting exercise, scheduled for Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17, 2026, forms part of the party’s internal reorganisation ahead of the regional elections in November. Among those who have successfully completed the vetting are incumbent Ashanti Regional Chairman Augustus Andrews Nana Kwasi and Regional Organiser Isham Alhassan Yaw Bonsu, who is challenging him for the…
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged countries in the Global South to draw lessons from China’s development experience without necessarily adopting its political system. She made the call at the 2026 Global South Academic Forum in Shanghai, China, where participants gathered to discuss governance and development. Professor Opoku-Agyemang said China’s transformation over the past several decades offered valuable lessons for developing countries, particularly in long-term planning, industrialisation, poverty reduction and the role of institutions in national development. She noted, however, that China’s development pathway had been shaped by its history, institutions, political system and national priorities, stressing that…
A Ghanaian man identified as Odo has revealed how he allegedly made more than $30,000 from a romance scam, using another man’s identity and photograph to deceive her. Odo shared details of his activities with Portuguese-American investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller in a recent episode of her documentary series, Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller. He told van Zeller that he had been involved in romance scams since 2008, after a friend introduced him to the practice. Recounting how he started, Odo said his first victim was a Canadian woman he approached online while pretending to be another man. He claimed…
Ghanaian reggae and dancehall legend Samini has firmly stated that he will not tolerate online disrespect, explaining his deliberate decision to stay away from interactive social media platforms like X Spaces (formerly Twitter Spaces) and TikTok Live. The veteran musician made these remarks during the media launch of the upcoming Samini Xperience 2026 (Dansoman Edition) on Friday, October 16, 2026. As he prepares to bring his signature concert back to his home community for the festive season, Samini used the platform to address the changing dynamics of fan-celebrity interactions in the digital era. Protecting a “Heartfelt Brand” According to Samini,…
Member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Communication Team, Hamza Suhuyini, has defended President John Dramani Mahama’s appointment of Emelia Affi Agbenyo as a Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), insisting that the decision followed a careful assessment of candidates. According to him, Madam Agbenyo was not handpicked for the position because of her political affiliation, explaining that she underwent several interviews before being selected for the role. Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Big Issue on Saturday, October 17, Suhuyini said other candidates, including individuals perceived to be non-partisan, were also considered during the selection process. “She was…
Business mogul Richard Nii Armah Quaye’s refusal to extend rent payment for his ex-wife, Joana Quaye, has completely reduced her and their children to the mercy of philanthropists who are now providing shelter for the kids of one of Ghana’s richest men. Armah Quaye, known by his initials RNAQ, has been embroiled in a messy and protracted divorce which has fascinated Ghanaians for its sordidness, including wife-beating allegations and lack of support for his children. Though a divorce petition was granted in April 2026, the wife appealed the decision to grant her one-third of a seven-bedroom house located in Dansoman,…
The Executive Director of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has defended the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, against attempts to implicate him in the controversy surrounding visa arrangements for Ghanaian travellers to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mr Amoah argued that there was no documentary evidence to establish that the disputed list of prospective travellers originated from the minister, describing attempts to link him to the controversy as an exercise in “fishing”. “In the absence of any documentary evidence that it originated from the minister, I think that we are going fishing, honestly, and we…
Canada-based artiste Pencil has officially released his highly anticipated new single, “Summer Body,” featuring Nigerian music sensation Terry Apala. The song is now available on all major digital streaming platforms. After building anticipation among music lovers, Pencil has finally unleashed “Summer Body,” a fresh collaboration that brings together his artistry and the distinctive musical flavour of Terry Apala. The new single promises to capture listeners’ attention with its exciting collaboration and vibrant sound, positioning it as a potential favourite for music fans looking for their next playlist addition. Pencil, known for his versatility and creative approach to music, continues to…
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has denied allegations of missing funds in the Ghc49.7 million spent on evacuating Ghanaians from South Africa, insisting that all payments are supported by signed records. Speaking on JoyNews on October 17, 2026, Ablakwa said he had brought original payment sheets covering all 1,964 Ghanaians who received allowances during the evacuation exercise. “I can state unequivocally without any scintilla of doubt that not a cedi, not a person is missing. I have all the documentation,” he said. He explained that each evacuee was given Ghc5,000 as a reintegration allowance and Ghc500 for transportation, following…