A preliminary report into the Air India crash last month, which left 260 people dead, indicates that fuel to the plane’s engines was shut off just seconds after the plane lifted off. According to the report, shortly after takeoff, the plane’s fuel cutoff switches for both engines went from the “RUN” position to the “CUTOFF” […]

Former Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has alleged that she was physically assaulted by individuals believed to be affiliated with the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the just-ended rerun of parliamentary elections in Ablekuma North constituency. In a social media post shortly after the incident, Madam Koomson described the assailants […]

The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) is expressing disappointment over government’s decision to include only two of their proposed allowances in the mid-year budget. The Association says what government has granted them is inadequate, thus could threaten the country’s peaceful industrial climate. At a news conference in Accra on July 11, President of […]

Member of Parliament-elect for Ablekuma North constituency, Ewurabena Aubynn has said she was expectant of a win ahead of the rerun of elections in 19 polling stations. Speaking to the media after being declared winner of the elections, she said “A win was expected because we fought so hard.” When asked about the pockets of […]

The parliamentary candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Ewurabena Aubynn has won the Ablekuma North Constituency parliamentary election. She was declared winner by officials of the Electoral Commission at the Greater Accra Regional office on July 11. She secured a total of 34, 090 votes compared with that of her closest contender, Nana Akua […]

The Minister of Finance Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson is expected to present the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament on Thursday, July 24, 2025. This was disclosed by the Deputy Majority Leader, George Kweku Ricketts-Hagan when he delivered the Business Statement in Parliament on Friday, July 11. “The mid-year again will happen on the 24th […]

Ghana and Mali played out a thrilling 1-1 stalemate in the second match of the 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations at the Stade Municipal de Berkane in Morocco on Friday, July 11. The highly anticipated encounter was a rematch of the 2018 WAFCON, where Mali defeated Ghana’s Black Queens 2-1 in the second-round match. […]

In a bid to reinforce collaboration with local partners, representatives of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) have paid a courtesy call on the Management of Media General. The meeting took place on July 11. Senior Business Development Manager, Steve Martin, of the BBC emphasized that their longstanding relationship with Media General is instrumental in amplifying […]

Global Citizen is turning to cities as it looks to break through what it sees as widespread political gridlock hindering large-scale action on its goal of ending extreme poverty worldwide. The nonprofit advocacy group has rallied the private sector and foreign dignitaries to solve humanitarian challenges together, driving millions of dollars toward replenishing international aid […]

Still haunted by their 2018 loss to Mali, the Black Queens of Ghana and Coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren battled with determination, yet their ambition to secure a first victory in four matches remained elusive—more a distant hope than a reality. Alice Kusi, Grace Asantewaa and Portia Boakye the only survivors of the Ghana team The […]

The Black Queens of Ghana were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Mali in their second Group C match at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, despite a spirited performance. Still carrying the sting of their 2018 defeat to the Malians, Coach Kim Björkegren’s side showed early promise but couldn’t secure a […]

Midfield maestro Justice Blay has issued a formal apology to Asante Kotoko Sporting Club following controversial remarks made during a live interview on Pure FM Sports earlier today. The former Kotoko star acknowledged that his comments were influenced by personal emotions surrounding his departure from the club and expressed deep regret for any offense caused. […]

The National Peace Council (NPC) has called for swift investigations by the police into the chaos which erupted during the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun. The Council urged the police to ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. In a statement released on July 11, the Peace Council noted with concern the incidents of violence […]

Residents of Ablekuma North have voted for a candidate to represent them in the 9th Parliament of the Republic of Ghana. The over eligible voters had to choose between the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) Ewurabena Aubynn and the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP), Nana Akua Afriyie. Here are PROVISIONAL results as compiled by the 3news team: […]

Polls have officially been closed at several polling stations in the Ablekuma North amid the rerun in 19 polling stations. The elections which started on a peaceful and smooth note, took violent turns midway with some key NPP executives being assaulted. Key amongst these assaults is the beating of former MP for Awutue Senya East, […]

Over 6,000 eligible voters in the Ablekuma North Constituency of the Greater Accra Region have voted to elect their representative in Parliament. The election, which was largely peaceful recorded sporadic incidents of violence. TV3’s Election Command Centre has been covering the events as they unfold. Watch collation and declaration of results below:

The government has condemned the attack on journalists during the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun. Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, said that attacks on journalists must not be tolerated! “The Ghana Police Service has taken swift action against an overzealous officer who assaulted a GHOne TV reporter at Ablekuma North this morning. Attacks […]

“If I wanted to retaliate, I’d slap her myself—she doesn’t even deserve my slap” – Hannah Bissiw reacts to Hawa Koomson incident. The Minerals Development Fund Administrator, speaking at the Ateco polling station, lashed out over the assault claims, saying “violence begets violence” and that Hawa Koomson “should be used to violence by now.” Her […]

Civil Society activist, Dr Steve Manteaw, has told the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to act swiftly on the violence that characterised the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun. He observed that the violence that occurred offends the sense of human dignity. In a Facebook post, Dr Manteaw said, “Violence, in the form & shape we […]

Administrator of the Minerals Development Fund (MDF), Dr. Hanna Louisa Bissiw-Kotei has reacted to the assault against former Awutu Senya East MP, Mavis Hawa Koomson. The former lawmaker was beaten by some unknown thugs on Friday, July 11 during voting at the Odorkor Methodist 1 polling station. Speaking to the media while at the Ateco […]