The Zulu King of South Africa who was accused of “hate speech” leading to xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other foreigners, Goodwill Zwelithini, has reportedly died. Reports say King Zwelithini died this morning, Friday, March 12, 2021, after a long battle with diabetes. It would be recalled that African Entertainment had reported in February this year that the Zulu King had been hospitalized due to diabetes. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/yea-disassociates-itself-from-akatsi-murder-saga King Zwelithini was in 2015, accused of sparking the xenophobic attacks in South Africa with comments in which he encouraged South Africans to “pop our head lice.” “We must remove ticks and place them outside in the sun. We ask foreign nationals to pack their belongings and be sent back,” he reportedly told supporters at a stadium in Durban in 2015. A group of Nigerians later called on the International Criminal Court (ICC) to probe the Zulu King for crime against humanity. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/kyei-mensah-bonsu-to-present-2021-budget-today King Zwelithini is the longest serving monarch of the Zulu Kingdom. He died aged 72. He was admitted in hospital in February 2021 to be treated for diabetes. Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, the traditional Prime Minister to the Zulu Monarch and nation, announced the King’s demise in a statement. He noted that the king’s health had taken a turn for the worse. “It is with utmost grief that I inform the nation of the passing of his Majesty King Goodwill Zwelithini ka Bhekuzulu, King of the Zulu nation,” according to Buthelezi in the statement. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals “Tragically, while still in hospital, his Majesty’s health took a turn for the worse and he subsequently passed away in the early hours of this morning,” the statement added King Zwelithini was the eighth monarch of the Zulu Kingdom. It would be recalled as African Entertainment reported in the past, a statement issued by Buthelezi on February 7 on the King’s health said he was hospitalized after “several unstable glucose readings” Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dr-addo-kufuor-turns-80-ministry-of-interior-ghana-medical-association-celebrates-him The late King was born on July 14, 1948 at Nongoma in KwaZulu-Natal. He was the eldest son of King Cyprian Bhekuzulu and his second wife, Queen Thomo and was educated at the Bhekuzulu College of Chiefs. He was later privately tutored. His father, King Cyprian, passed away in 1968. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/tracey-boakye-gifts-skit-comedian-kyekyeku-2-000-ghc11-470-00-video Source: African Entertainment

The 2021 Budget statement of government will be presented in Parliament later today. The Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu will present the budget on the express orders of the President. Ahead of the reading, Mr. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu was appointed as the caretaker Minister for Finance. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/tracey-boakye-gifts-skit-comedian-kyekyeku-2-000-ghc11-470-00-video A letter to that effect was delivered to Parliament on Thursday. The Finance Minister-designate, Ken Ofori-Atta, has not been vetted yet due to health reasons and will be unable to deliver the budget. The Finance Ministry earlier indicated that Mr. Ofori-Atta had been receiving medical attention in the US after dealing with complications from COVID-19. Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dr-addo-kufuor-turns-80-ministry-of-interior-ghana-medical-association-celebrates-him The Budget is expected to chart a clear path for the country towards post-C0VID-19 economic recovery. Ahead of the budget, Cabinet on March 8 approved a blueprint expected to put Ghana’s economy back on track in the post-pandemic era. In the blueprint, known as the Post COVID-19 Economic Recovery Programme, the Nana Akufo-Addo administration’s priority is to pursue policies and programmes that will build a robust economy and create more jobs. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals The government is also considering widening the tax net and increasing existing taxes to internally mobilize resources to fund the post-covid economic recovery programme. This has received some support from an observer with a tax analyst, Dr. Ali Nakyea, urging the government to, for example, tax Ghana’s digital economy to augment government’s revenue inflows. Credit: Citinewsroom

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has disassociated itself from the much-talked-about murder of Elizabeth Yesutor at Akatsi in the Volta Region. According to the YEA, it has no position such as Deputy Director at its district level. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/tracey-boakye-gifts-skit-comedian-kyekyeku-2-000-ghc11-470-00-video In a communique sighted by ThinkNews Online, it said "Firstly, the Agency doesn't have any administrative position like a 'Deputy Director' at the District Level, thus there is no position like that. Secondly, the suspect Philip Caesar Kumah was a staff engaged on contract to aid in our Monitoring and Evaluation activities in the Ajatsi South District, not Akatsi North. Thirdly, his contract has expired and is under review and consideration for renewal. The communique mentioned that management has gotten to the Volta Regional Director of the Agency who is obtaining detailed information and facts on the matter to inform further actions. Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dr-addo-kufuor-turns-80-ministry-of-interior-ghana-medical-association-celebrates-him The YEA also added that the case is now a criminal matter involving the suspect (privately) and the Ghana Police Service. The Agency further urged all and sundry to allow the law to take its course. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals Below is a copy of the release: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The President of the Kwahu Traditional Council, Daasebre Akuamoah Agyapong II has disclosed that this year's Kwahu Easter celebration has been called off. According to sources, the call comes following the increasing number of covid-19 cases recorded in the country. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/yaw-tog-features-kwesi-arthur-and-stormzy-on-sore-remix-video ThinkNews Online has gathered that in a meeting held today at Abene, the Chiefs in Kwahu led by Daasebre Akuamoah Agyapong II - Kwahuhene President of the Kwahu Traditional Council met with the leadership of the Ghana Tourist Authority of which a decision was made on the cancellation of the event. They advised the general public to adhere to the covid-19 protocol to help reduce the spread of the virus. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Member of Parliament for Ejisu Constituency in the Ashanti Region, Lawyer John Kumah has tasked MPs from the opposition, National Democratic Congress (NDC) to commend the Akufo-Addo government for its efforts at securing 600,000 doses of AstraZeneca vaccines for Ghanaians in the wake of the covid crisis. According to him, for Ghana to be selected among its peers means the government and its people are doing things the right way. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/tracey-boakye-gifts-skit-comedian-kyekyeku-2-000-ghc11-470-00-video Speaking on the floor of Parliament, he said "Mr. Speaker, I want to bring to the notice of the house that a country like Australia has been blocked from receiving just 200,000 vaccines of AstraZeneca in Europe by Italy. For Ghana to be selected among its peers to receive 600,000 of these vaccines means that we are doing something right in this country" He added that the good efforts speak to good governance and management of the covid situation in the country. Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dr-addo-kufuor-turns-80-ministry-of-interior-ghana-medical-association-celebrates-him Lawyer Kumah said "We must be proud that we have a government that can attract the attention of the world for us to receive assistance as early as possible for our people. Mr. Speaker, as I speak, I am a beneficiary of the 600,000 vaccines that we have in the country and I believe that many of us here and the over 300,000 Ghanaians who have already received these vaccinations and we should be proud and thankful to the President" Speaking on how digitalization has helped promoted e-justice and e-case management in the country, he said "Technology is helping to improve justice delivery in the country and the era of missing docks which is a phenomenon in most of our courts because the manual filing system is gradually becoming a thing of the past" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals Speaking on job creation, he said "The Ghana Jobs and Skills project can be found on page 189 of the NPP manifesto where a facility of $ 200,000,000 was pledged in the manifesto to ensure that we promote jobs and skills training and entrepreneurial support for young people in our country" Lawyer John Kumah also explained that job creation will lead to the development of competency training base programs with the country's various TVET Institutions. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/yaw-tog-features-kwesi-arthur-and-stormzy-on-sore-remix-video Watch the video below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The heads of the various agencies under the Ministry of Education have organized a farewell event for the immediate past Sector Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as 'NAPO'. The various heads took turns to pay glowing tribute to Dr. Prempeh, citing his hard work, commitment, team-building and capacity-building attributes. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-political-parties-support-proposal-to-make-election-day-a-public-holiday The Minister for Youth and Sports, Ussif Mustapha recounted the guidance and support he has received from Dr. Prempeh during his first term as MP and also at NSS. He said “If today, I am back to parliament as an MP again, I owe a lot to my former Boss and brother Napo. I will continue to consult him as Sports Minister” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/registered-voters-can-access-their-details-on-the-ec-website-ussd-code-android-mobile-apps-ec The Former Executive Director of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) who doubles as the current Member of Parliament (MP) for Kwesimintsim, Dr. Prince Armah, referred to the incredible support he received from Dr. Prempeh during their tenure in office, whilst the immediate past Executive Secretary of the National Accreditation Board (NAB), Dr. Kingsley Nyarko thanked NAPO warmth and personal support for his political ambition. In his remarks, Dr. Prempeh looked back on some of the educational achievements during his tenure and observed that these could not have been possible without the support of the various agency heads responsible for these reforms and initiatives. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 He indicated his expectation that even though he was moving to a new ministry, the friendships he had formed at the Education Ministry with some of the heads would endure. The heads presented a glass plaque to their former boss in appreciation of his support and guidance over the years. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-rawlings-funeral-postponed-indefinitely The event took place at the Movenpick Hotel in Accra. Below are pictures below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Farting is usually considered to be the most shameful or humorous function of the body. Everyone farts but have we ever taken a moment to think about the science and history behind it? Below are 12 facts about farting you probably didn’t know: 1. Females tend to fart less than males. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-political-parties-support-proposal-to-make-election-day-a-public-holiday 2. First used in 1962, fart means the wind coming out of the anus. Pretty apt don’t you think? 3. A normal human being will fart over a dozen times every day. 4. And the air they produce can be used to blow up one balloon. 5. Don’t ever be embarrassed about a fart because it is actually an indication of good health. If your digestive system is working as it should, you will fart. If you feel like you haven’t been farting lately, it is best to get a medical opinion. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/registered-voters-can-access-their-details-on-the-ec-website-ussd-code-android-mobile-apps-ec 6. The main component of a fart is hydrogen sulfide which helps decrease any damage to the mitochondria. This means that taking in the smell is actually good for you. 7. While women don’t fart as much as men, their farts tend to smell more because they have greater levels of hydrogen sulfide. This makes the air they produce better for your health as well. 8. Your farts are much faster than you because they travel 10ft/sec. 9. The tighter your sphincter, the more sound your farts will make because they can’t get out easily. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 10. If you chew a lot of gum and drink aerated drinks, it will increase the frequency of your farts. 11. Most of our daily farts happen when we are asleep. 12. Termites may be small in size but they fart more than any other creature. Camels come a close second, followed by zebras and cattle. About 87,9% of men who don't fart when urinating are infertile.😊😊😊 READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-rawlings-funeral-postponed-indefinitely Don’t be so hard on yourself. At least you feel better if you do what nature intended. After all, it’s healthy for you. Go ahead and let it rip!🤪 Stay Healthy always🤝 Stay farted!🤣😂😂😂 Story by: News Desk Report

President Akufo-Addo has ordered the embattled Director-General of the National Lottery Authority, Mr. Kofi Osei Ameyaw to proceed on retirement. This was contained in a letter from the Office of the President dated Wednesday, March 10, 2021. But Mr. Osei Ameyaw’s Deputy, Yaw Amoakohene Baafi has been relieved of his post. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 The letter to Mr. Ameyaw reads: “ Upon reaching the compulsory retirement age of sixty years on 20th February 2020, the President of the Republic, by a letter under my hand dated September 3, 2020, granted you a one-year contract of service as Director-General of the National Lottery Authority. The one-year contract lapsed on 20th February 2021, and therefore you are retired on that date”. The President further asked him to hand over to the Finance Director of the Authority, Mr. Ernest Mortey. “Accordingly you are directed to hand over to Mr. Ernest Mortey, the Finance Director of the Authority who shall act as the Director-General of the Authority pending the appointment of a substantive Director-General. You are further directed to proceed to collect any terminal benefits or facilities due you under the relevant law.” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-rawlings-funeral-postponed-indefinitely The letter addressed to Mr. Yaw Amoakohene Baafi also stated that: “Due to the re-organisation of the Authority, I am to inform you that the President has terminated your appointment with immediate effect. You are directed to proceed to collect your terminal benefits in lieu of notice”. Both letters were signed by Nana Bediatuo Asante, Secretary to the President. Source: Citinewsroom

LONDON — Denmark announced Thursday it will temporarily suspend the use of the coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford. The Danish Health Authority said it would temporarily stop using the shot in its vaccination program as a precaution “after reports of severe cases of blood clots in people who have been vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine from AstraZeneca.” “Against this background, the European Medicines Agency has launched an investigation into the AstraZeneca vaccine. One report relates to a death in Denmark. At present, it cannot be concluded whether there is a link between the vaccine and the blood clots,” the health authority said in a statement. It did not specify how many reports of blood clots there had been, or where they had originated. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sammy-gyamfi-is-very-keen-on-riding-the-vainglorious-self-publicity-wave-dela-coffie The announcement comes after a similar move in Austria at the start of the week, where authorities are investigating the death of one person and the illness of another after they received doses of the vaccine. Shares of AstraZeneca on the London market slipped 2.4% on Thursday morning. The University of Oxford would not comment on the announcement when contacted by CNBC. A spokesperson for AstraZeneca said the company was aware of the statement made by the Danish Health Authority that it’s currently investigating potential adverse effects related to the vaccine. “Patient safety is the highest priority for AstraZeneca. Regulators have clear and stringent efficacy and safety standards for the approval of any new medicine, and that includes COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca. The safety of the vaccine has been extensively studied in Phase III clinical trials and Peer-reviewed data confirms the vaccine is generally well tolerated,” AstraZeneca said in a statement to CNBC. Søren Brostrøm, director of the National Board of Health in Denmark, insisted that the 14-day suspension was a precaution while investigations took place. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals “It is important to emphasize that we have not opted out of the AstraZeneca vaccine, but that we are putting it on hold. There is good evidence that the vaccine is both safe and effective. But both we and the Danish Medicines Agency have to react to reports of possible serious side effects, both from Denmark and other European countries,” he said. Austria concerns Austrian health authorities suspended the use of batch ABV5300 of the AstraZeneca vaccine after a person was diagnosed with multiple thrombosis (formation of blood clots within blood vessels) and died 10 days after vaccination, and another was hospitalized with pulmonary embolism after being vaccinated. “The latter is now recovering,” the European Medicines Agency said Wednesday. However, the EMA added that “there is currently no indication that vaccination has caused these conditions, which are not listed as side effects with this vaccine.” The EMA noted that the same batch ABV5300 was delivered to 17 EU countries and comprises 1 million doses of the vaccine. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-rawlings-funeral-postponed-indefinitely “Some EU countries have also subsequently suspended this batch as a precautionary measure, while a full investigation is ongoing. Although a quality defect is considered unlikely at this stage, the batch quality is being investigated,” the EMA said. It added that its safety committee was reviewing the issue and “investigating the cases reported with the batch as well as all other cases of thromboembolic events, and other conditions related to blood clots, reported post-vaccination.” “The information available so far indicates that the number of thromboembolic events in vaccinated people is no higher than that seen in the general population.” As of March 9, “22 cases of thromboembolic events had been reported among the 3 million people vaccinated with COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca in the European Economic Area,” the EMA said. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 U.K. and EU reliance Late-stage clinical trials found the AstraZeneca-Oxford shot to have an average efficacy of 70% in protecting against the virus. A more recent study by Oxford researchers found that the Covid vaccine was 76% effective at preventing symptomatic infection for three months after a single dose, and that the efficacy rate actually rose with a longer interval between the first and second doses. The AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine is being relied upon heavily in the U.K. and European Union’s immunization rollouts. The U.K. has so far vaccinated over 22 million people with a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine and is currently only using the AstraZeneca and Pfizer - BioNTech shot. Source: CNBC

www. The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) is demanding justice for the late Lilian Dedjoe, who was allegedly battered to death by her husband, Charles Dedjoe. In a statement signed by FIDA-Ghana President Mrs Afua Addotey, the women lawyers said the news of Mrs Dedjoe’s death, “once again, raises questions regarding the effective protection of women and girls from intimate partner violence and domestic violence”. “FIDA-Ghana noted and commended the swift response of the police in arresting the suspect” – her husband, who is a businessman. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sammy-gyamfi-is-very-keen-on-riding-the-vainglorious-self-publicity-wave-dela-coffie The women lawyers said continuing reports of intimate partner violence signal that advocacy strategies against domestic violence and intimate partner violence by women’s rights defenders “need to be deepened, to stimulate actions by state actors to bring perpetrators of intimate violence to account”. The lawyers said intimate partner violence has “cut short the lives of many women in Ghana” and “has negatively impacted the health of victims, devastated homes, and the wellbeing of dependents of victims of intimate partner violence”. Domestic violence and intimate partner violence, the group said, “are pervasive human rights concerns that have engaged the attention of women’s rights defenders in Ghana for over two decades”. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-political-parties-support-proposal-to-make-election-day-a-public-holiday The group noted that a study by the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) with support from DFID on the economic cost of violence against women in Ghana, (2014-2019) found that households in Ghana lost $286 million annually in income due to violence against women in 2018. The female lawyers said this calls for “increased political will to improve protection measures for survivors of intimate partner violence”, adding: “The feeling of being trapped in abusive relationships because of poor community support systems, weak enforcement of laws, lack of shelters, and the continual denial of women’s agency, demands an urgency to remove these serious obstacles to accessing justice”. FIDA-Ghana said strong support mechanisms, such as psycho-social support, and a “robust social protection system that empowers women to rebuild their lives, demonstrates state commitment to transform gender inequalities that fuels intimate partner violence”. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/registered-voters-can-access-their-details-on-the-ec-website-ussd-code-android-mobile-apps-ec Aside from the legal services, FIDA-Ghana noted that “women need financial stability to live independently”. “Their children need to grow in a healthy and peaceful environment where they do not have to be socialized negatively to believe that women must be beaten to demonstrate male dominance and misogyny. “The gaps in our legal and social protection systems allows such impunity to continue, and at the same time leaves a legacy of catastrophic consequences for a younger generation to perpetuate violence”, it said. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 “In so doing, we create a society that disrespects the sanctity of life and the basic human right to life and dignity which is enshrined in our constitution, as well as the universal declaration of human rights and other human rights treaties that Ghana has ratified”, the group added. FIDA-Ghana said it is joining its voice with other women’s rights organizations in calling for justice for Lillian Dedjoe. “We also call on the criminal investigations department and the divisional police handling the case to exhaust all possible means to carry out thorough investigations to ensure that justice is done. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-rawlings-funeral-postponed-indefinitely “FIDA appeals to the President to strengthen the country’s social protection system to benefit survivors and victims of intimate partner violence to enable them to attain an appreciable level of financial independence. “It is critical for survivors of domestic violence and intimate partner violence to find a place that can provide them with shelter. This is a pressing need which is long overdue, and we call upon the new Gender minister, Hon Adwoa Saro to explore the possibility of making this a reality”, the group appealed. FIDA-Ghana said it “believes that the criminal investigations department will ensure that justice is not denied to Lillian and trusts that a detailed and prompt investigation will be carried out to establish the truth behind her demise and deepen trust in the justice system”. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals Source: class fm

Not that we do not see. Not that we are not conscious of our own actions. Not that nobody is watching our actions. But that, we do not care about whoever. Imagine a whole beautifully tarred road being blocked to serve as a buying and selling grounds, as human and vehicular traffic at all times in the day, become the king on our roads. So hectic! Just imagine that areas in our cities which at first, one would dare peel off their toffees and throw them around being turned into refuse dumps. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals Can you imagine that the people now master courage at lorry stations to pass out urine in between two vehicles, which they think, serve as a shield and a cover? Do you now realize that a new group of beggars are on our streets being accompanied by women supposed to be parents of some severely sick children, where every day, they're at the same spots begging for arms to take such victims to the hospital? They're still there after a year. Can't you see that all the little spaces available in our streets are being filled with houses and stores? Yes, because they themselves can buy it from THEM. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-rawlings-funeral-postponed-indefinitely Now, in our cities, you hardly get FRESH AIR to breathe. Everywhere stinks. Will you be surprised to be informed that people have their pipes connected to our gutters, which they open anytime the rains set in? I observed one sometime ago in Kumasi where unfortunately, the rains did not last longer. Just imagine! Thus, our gutters are choked, leading to excessive flooding at the blink of the weather. People have refused to think. People have refused to work. People have refused to be responsible. People have refused to care anymore. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 Just ask them, WHY? They'll tell you "the Zoomlions workers will clear the mess", "why are those people paid"? Gracious me! In all, victims of disasters caused by our own selves will be visited. Messages of condolences will be pouring in from everywhere. Pictures will be taken. Speeches will be delivered. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/registered-voters-can-access-their-details-on-the-ec-website-ussd-code-android-mobile-apps-ec THAT'S ALL. Welcome, same news, every year. This is how far we have come. Credit: Oscar Anning Ogee Disclaimer: The views/contents expressed in this article are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of ThinkNews Online. ThinkNews Online will not be responsible or liable for any inaccurate or incorrect statements contained in this article.

The driver in charge of the vehicle that caused the late Ebony’s sudden death has been remanded in Nkawie Circuit. Okoh Pinehas Chartey was in charge of the Jeep car with registration number AS-497-16, which was involved in the accident that claimed the lives of the hiplife songstress and two others, at a spot between Nyamebekyere and Nsuta on the Sunyani-Kumasi highway, on February 08, 2018. Chartey pleaded not guilty to the charges of dangerous driving and driving without a license and would reappear before the court presided by Mr Johnson Abbey on March 24, this year. Police Chief Inspector Jonas Newlove Agyei told the court that the accused was driving ‘Ebony’ 20, Franklina Maame Yaa Nkansah 27, and Lance Corporal Vondee Atsu Francis 29, from Sunyani to Accra on that fateful day. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/gov-t-will-not-sanction-persons-who-refused-to-take-covid-19-vaccine-ministry-of-information He said when Okoh got to the spot around 2345 hours where there was a heap of sand on his lane. The prosecution said, Okoh swerved to the other lane to avoid running into the sand but unfortunately ran into some railings at the edge of the road killing the three occupants of the vehicle. According to the prosecution, Okoh sustained injuries and was rushed to the Bechem Government Hospital for treatment. Chief Inspector Agyei said investigations revealed that Okoh’s driving license had expired on August 28, 2015, about three years before the accident. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/my-surname-is-john-not-rawlings-ex-prez-rawlings-reveals According to the prosecution upon advice from the Attorney General’s Office, the accused was charged and brought before the court. Ebony The driver in charge of the vehicle that caused the late Ebony’s sudden death has been remanded in Nkawie Circuit Okoh Pinehas Chartey was in charge of the Jeep car with registration number AS-497-16, which was involved in the accident that claimed the lives of the hiplife songstress and two others, at a spot between Nyamebekyere and Nsuta on the Sunyani-Kumasi highway, on February 08, 2018. Chartey pleaded not guilty to the charges of dangerous driving and driving without a license and would reappear before the court presided by Mr Johnson Abbey on March 24, this year. Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dr-addo-kufuor-turns-80-ministry-of-interior-ghana-medical-association-celebrates-him Police Chief Inspector Jonas Newlove Agyei told the court that the accused was driving ‘Ebony’ 20, Franklina Maame Yaa Nkansah 27, and Lance Corporal Vondee Atsu Francis 29, from Sunyani to Accra on that fateful day. He said when Okoh got to the spot around 2345 hours where there was a heap of sand on his lane. The prosecution said, Okoh swerved to the other lane to avoid running into the sand but unfortunately ran into some railings at the edge of the road killing the three occupants of the vehicle. According to the prosecution, Okoh sustained injuries and was rushed to the Bechem Government Hospital for treatment. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/tracey-boakye-gifts-skit-comedian-kyekyeku-2-000-ghc11-470-00-video Chief Inspector Agyei said investigations revealed that Okoh’s driving license had expired on August 28, 2015, about three years before the accident. According to the prosecution upon advice from the Attorney General’s Office, the accused was charged and brought before the court. Credit: Thenewsgh