An NPP Supporter identified as Richard Nortey has been arrested for shoplifting at the Accra branch of Unicom Chemist, a licensed pharmaceutical retailing and distribution firms in the country. In a video making waves on the internet, Mr. Nortey who was clad in his Ayawaso Central NPP T-Shirt was spotted haven pocketed the four stolen items into his jeans shorts. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/media-buying-must-be-done-on-relevant-channels-for-relevant-consumers-media-experts Upon series of questions from staff of Unicom, Mr. Nortey admitted to the crime. Upon his arrest, it was discovered that he had shopifted four different types of body lotions. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-actress-martha-ankomah-flaunts-handsome-son-on-instagram-photo Watch video and pictures below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has clarified that no military personnel were deployed to the polling stations across the country to intimidate voters on Election Day. According to him, the general public should not pay attention to the cheap politics from the opposition, National Democratic Congress (NDC). READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/opinion-how-to-go-on-a-peaceful-aworshia-without-being-caught Addressing Journalists in Accra, the Information Minister said "No Military was sent to polling stations to intimidate voters. The Election Security Task Force itself has addressed the nation on instances that force had to be used. If someone goes to the polling station to snatch a ballot box, and the Military had to fire weapons to ensure that the election is not compromised, that is not sending the Military into a polling station to intimidate voters. The two are world's apart" Justifying the number of voters who voted for the NPP in the recently held elections, he said "Let's analyse the two. We are looking at 2016 where 10 million people voted out of which there was a margin of some 900,000 between Nana Akufo-Addo and his challenger, John Mahama. The 2020 election had about 13 million voting, out of which a little over 500,000 margins was recorded, that for us represents a significant margin out of this new cohort" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-actress-martha-ankomah-flaunts-handsome-son-on-instagram-photo The Minister of Information also commended the media for the extensive coverage before, during and after the December polls. He said "The Government of Ghanaian wishes to congratulate the Ghanaian media for its role in the coverage of the 2020 Parliamentary and Presidential elections. The government is particularly enthused with the level of professionalism with which the Ghanaian media covered activities before, during, and after the 2020 general elections" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos Kojo Oppong Nkrumah stressed that the Ghanaian media was instrumental in assisting with voter education, civic rights, election day developments as well as reporting on and collation of results. "While applauding your contributions, the government urges the media to uphold the excellence with which it has conducted its coverage of the 2020 elections. The government of Ghana is hopeful that with our collective efforts our country’s democracy will continue to be strengthened in a peaceful and sound environment" he added. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-sister-derby-blasts-joy-fm-over-unprofessional-behaviour-picture On Government back to work to wrap up business for the year, the Information Minister explained that President Akufo-Addo and his appointees are already back to work a day after the declaration of results. "The President after his declaration as President-Elect by the electoral commission has been back at work today, performing his official duties at the (Jubilee House) while he continues to receive congratulatory messages from colleague heads of state from in and around the continent." READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/media-buying-must-be-done-on-relevant-channels-for-relevant-consumers-media-experts He furthermore hinted that Ghana generally is also being applauded by the global community and observer missions who monitored the conduct of the polls and especially the demonstration to the world that the country's young democracy is growing. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

General Secretary of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu has hinted that the party will be going to court over results of some 5 constituencies in the recently held December polls. Although Mr. Boadu did not mention the names of the 5 constituencies, it is emerging that the NPP party will not relent on its decision till it wins the seats. Speaking at the residence of President-elect on Wednesday evening, John Boadu said "The New Patriotic Party (NPP) will go to court over the results of the parliamentary elections in five different constituencies" ThinkNews Online can that the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) secured 137 seats out of the 275 after the Parliamentary Election. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Electoral Commission(EC) of Ghana says it made a mistake with the total number of votes cast on the day of the election as said by the chairperson of the EC Jean Mensa. During the declaration, Madam Jane Mensa said a total number of 13, 433, 573 voters cast their ballot across the country which isn’t true as a new statement from the Electoral Commission stated that the total number of votes cast on the day across the country was 13,119, 460. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-sister-derby-blasts-joy-fm-over-unprofessional-behaviour-picture The statement said, “the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission inadvertently used 13, 433, 573 as the total valid votes cast. The total valid votes cast is 13,119, 460”. The statement further indicated that regardless of the error, it does not change the percentage stated for each candidate and the declaration made by the Chairperson. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos Below is a copy of the release: Story by: News Desk

Mr. Justice Emile Francis Short, a University of London-trained lawyer was appointed Commissioner at the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) in 1993 just when the country had transitioned into democratic rule. Birth, education, and work Mr. Justice Emile Francis short was born on February 6, 1943, in Cape coast to Joseph Benedict short, a Sierra Leonean lawyer, and Wilhemina Smith, a Fante from Cape coast. He began schooling at the Jubilee school in Cape Coast and continued at the St Edward Primary school in Freetown, Sierra Leone. In 1955, he enrolled at St Augustine's College in Cape Coast, completing the sixth form in 1962. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/opinion-how-to-go-on-a-peaceful-aworshia-without-being-caught After the sixth form, he went back to Sierra Leone to teach at the St Edward's secondary school in Freetown for about a year and left for the University of London where he studied for his LLB degree in Law He also studied at Lincoln's Inn for his Barrister-at-Law certificate and was called to the bar in 1966. After that, he enrolled at the London School of Economics and politics and earned a Master's degree in Law in 1967. From 1967 to 1968, he taught at the Middlesex Polytechnic in London. In 1968, Mr.Justice short was appointed a state attorney or crown Counsel as they were known then by the Sierra Leonean government but he did not stay in that position for too long. "I did not like the political climate in that country ", he recalled, adding "There was too much political tension at the time". READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-actress-martha-ankomah-flaunts-handsome-son-on-instagram-photo He went back to London and worked with marine insurance and later left for the United States where he worked as an assistant editor of the second series of the American Law Reports. In 1973, he came back home, enrolled at the Ghana School of Law for an orientation course in Customary Law, and was called to the Ghana Bar that same year. He began his legal practice in Cape coast in 1974 where he was head of the legal firm Max-idan Chambers. One of the notable cases he handled as a lawyer was the Capt Kojo Tsikata treason trial in 1976. In that year, there was an alleged attempted coup involving Capt Tsikata, Capt Joel Sowu, Lt Latzoo, and others. Latzoo and short had been classmates at St Augustine's and therefore when he (Latzoo) approached him to defend him, he could not decline. He ended up becoming legal counsel for Tsikata and Sowu as well. Mr.Short was also a part-time lecturer in law at the Department of Business Studies, University of Cape Coast, from 1977 to 1984 and 1992 to 1993. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos He was also vice president of the Central Regional branch of the Ghana Bar Association in 1990, member of the Ghana Law Reform Commission in 1979, and member of the Supreme court Rules committee from 1976 to 1978. UN Tribunal In 2004, Mr. Justice short was elected by the United Nations General Assembly, after being nominated by the government, to serve as a Judge on the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, which was set up in Arusha, Tanzania. The tribunal was set up to try top-level public officials who were alleged to have planned or Orchestrated the genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes in Rwanda in 1994. People who appeared before the tribunal were former ministers, army commanders, and party stalwarts, among many others. "It was a challenging task because we were dealing with war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. Lawyers from all over the world appeared for the accused persons. it was a stimulating intellectual experience for me. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-sister-derby-blasts-joy-fm-over-unprofessional-behaviour-picture It was the first genocide trial in Africa. I had to listen to horrific stories about rape, mass killings, etc". he said. He returned to Ghana in 2009 after five years of service to the UN. Awards Mr. Justice Emile Francis Short was awarded the officer of the order of the volta, One of Ghana's highest national awards, in 2008 for distinguishing himself in human rights administration. In 2005, he was awarded an honorary doctorate degree by Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, for his leadership role at CHRAJ. In 2000, Human Rights watch awarded him the "international Recognition of Assertion of independence and impartiality ". READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-nii-lantey-vanderpuye-arrested-at-odododiodio-video He was a Millennium Excellence Awards recipient and named personality of the Year in 1999 for "his competence and selfless devotion in the true service of the Ghanaian society ". In his working life, Mr. Justice short has been a human rights consultant for more than 13 organizations and countries. Family Mr. Justice Emile Short is married to Neguest, an Ethiopian. He has three children, all of whom are resident abroad. Story by: Rodney Tsenuokpor

Some scores of Media Experts are urging the general public to practice media buying on relevant channels for relevant consumers. According to them, when media buying is done properly, it helps boost the confidence of the various media outlets and their customer base. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/opinion-how-to-go-on-a-peaceful-aworshia-without-being-caught Speaking on the theme, ‘Role of Data In Media Buying Decisions’ at AFRIMASS 2020 in Accra, General Manager for Vizeum Ghana, Mr. Odoom said “Media buying is a process of identifying and buying ad space on channels on relevant channels also relevant for the consumer at an appropriate time at a good rate. It is always important to buy it on good platforms and at a time that it delivers on the volume, where the consumers are” He also tasked the various media outlets to give their client reasonable prices in order to inspire them to run more businesses on their relevant channels. “So, if someone approaches you with a plan and says these are the objectives. It must translate into marketing objectives. There are a business objective and a marketing objective. It is also important to go into time research but don’t forget it is time-consuming” he stated. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-actress-martha-ankomah-flaunts-handsome-son-on-instagram-photo On her part, Expert in Business Development and Project Management, Maame Arhin disclosed that for television and radio to be relevant, it must also take its audience into consideration. “What makes a television or a radio relevant boils down to two major things It is important to take your audience into consideration. Not all of them will love to watch what you are marketing” She also hinted that for clients to stick to one relevant media organization, he/she ensure the channel has the most viewership. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos “There is audience tracking. It helps us to know which channels get the views on a daily basis” she added. General Manager of TV3, Francis Doku said “Media Buying is a part of a bigger discipline of media planning. You look at what strategy will work for a particular brand. When you have a brand and you want people to buy it, you first look at what strategy will work, what plan” He also advised the clients to effectuate their plan since it will help them in making better decisions. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-sister-derby-blasts-joy-fm-over-unprofessional-behaviour-picture Marketing, Communication, and Business Expert, Kodjo Botchway explained that most media consider position and pricing as an important tool of media buying. He however hinted that this helps to buy media space very effective for media houses. See pictures below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Some scores of Ghanaian Celebrities have taken to their various social media platform to congratulate Nana Akufo-Addo for winning the 2020 Presidential Election. On Twitter, President of the BhimNation Family, Stonebwoy said "Congratulations To the NPP and @NAkufoAddo. The President-Elect.. The NDC fought A Good Fight.. Let's Continue in Peace And Harmony.. #1People#1Nation#1Ghana https://kv-online-talent.lnk.to/allstar" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-jean-mensa-declares-nana-addo-danquah-akufo-addo-as-president-elect Rapper, Sarkodie in a tweet said "Congrats Ghana" Pappy Kojo on his part tweeted "Congrats Nana. I’m coming home, Big Nana. I forgive u for abandoning me in Italy Nana" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/december-polls-ec-set-to-announce-presidential-election-results-at-5pm-today Miss Forson tweeted "The majority have spoken!!" Ghanaian Musician, Kwawkese advised the populace not to over jubilee over the declaration adding that unnecessary celebrations can lead to needless deaths. READ ALSO:https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-nii-lantey-vanderpuye-arrested-at-odododiodio-video "The results have been released, if your candidate did not win, go back to the drawing board and work on your mistakes. Do away with unnecessary celebrations since it can lead to needless death" he added. See screenshots below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

President-Elect, Nana Akufo-Addo says he will be reversing the effects Covid-19 has had on the economy and lives of the citizenry and put the nation on course for full economic recovery and development. According to him, before the pandemic struck, Ghana, in recent years, was one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-jean-mensa-declares-nana-addo-danquah-akufo-addo-as-president-elect In his acceptance speech, President Akufo-Addo said "I give you my word, we will regain this reputation" Speaking on the December polls, President Akufo-Addo commended the Chairperson, Deputy Chairpersons, Commissioners, Directors, Returning Officers, Electoral Officers, and the agents of the various respective political parties for delivering one of the best elections. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/december-polls-ec-set-to-announce-presidential-election-results-at-5pm-today "If not the best, ever witnessed in our history, which has won universal acclaim. The EC, even in the midst of the pandemic, has done a yeoman’s job, and we can only urge them on to continue along this path, and achieve even greater strides in the future. The orderly, commendable and peaceful conduct of Ghanaians on election day is to be widely applauded" President Akufo-Addo further explained that the high rates of adherence to COVID-19 protocols on election day ensured that the exercise passed off safely. READ ALSO:https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-nii-lantey-vanderpuye-arrested-at-odododiodio-video He said "To the security services, who ensured the peace and safety of the process, Ghana will forever be in your debt. Your role has been invaluable in preserving law and order. And, lastly, but by no means the least, the praise of the nation goes to the media for the extensive coverage provided before, during, and after the conduct of the polls. I also say a big thank you to the domestic and international Election Observer Teams that have been in our country for the period of the election for their concern" The President-Elect used the occasion to condemn in no uncertain terms the isolated incidents of post-electoral violence in Odododiodio and Techiman that led to a few regrettable deaths. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/election-2020-ec-releases-certified-parliamentary-results-on-its-website Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

ThinkNews Online can confirm that an NDC fan has met his untimely death after he was knocked and killed by an unknown vehicle at Swanlake, a suburb of Accra. According to an eye-witness, the deceased whose name was given as Karim died after the vehicle he was on board run over his head as he fell off its bucket. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-actress-martha-ankomah-flaunts-handsome-son-on-instagram-photo Speaking to ThinkNews Online, the eye-witness said "We were returning from the EC Office after we joined our fellow NDC members to register our displeasure on the election results. On returning, Karim fell off the moving vehicle of which its tire run over his head, leaving him dead" ThinkNews Online further gathered that driver of the unknown vehicle failed to stop after running over the deceased, Karim. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-jean-mensa-declares-nana-addo-danquah-akufo-addo-as-president-elect The remain is yet to be deposited at the morgue. See pictures and videos below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensah has officially declared Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo as President-elect of the Republic of Ghana. According to her, although counting is on-going at the Techiman South Constituency, the total votes collated when added to Candidate Mahama's votes will not change the outcome of the election. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-actress-martha-ankomah-flaunts-handsome-son-on-instagram-photo Speaking at the EC Headquarters, Madam Jean Mensa said "By the power invested in me as the EC Chair, I declare Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo As President-Elect" Madam Jean Mensa further described the 2020 December election as historic adding it was incident-free. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/opinion-how-to-go-on-a-peaceful-aworshia-without-being-caught "As a commission, we had wanted to deliver in 24 hours but we encountered some challenges and rain. We apologize and ask that you bear with us. This is a historic election because there was an incident-free election" she added. The EC Chair further explained that the 2020 voter registration saw 17, 270,631 people registering. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-nii-lantey-vanderpuye-arrested-at-odododiodio-video She said "This election did not record, missing names. The Election was funded without external sources. Out of the 17, 270,631 people who registered, 13,434,574 partook in the election" It is emerging that President-elect, Nana Akufo-Addo pulled 6,730,413 representing 51.59% while John Mahama of the NDC had 6,214,889 representing 47.33% READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/december-polls-ec-set-to-announce-presidential-election-results-at-5pm-today The Ghana Union Movement (GUM) came third with 105,565 representing 0.80%. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has confirmed that the National Security Ministry has not issued any panic alert as speculated by some media outlets. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/opinion-how-to-go-on-a-peaceful-aworshia-without-being-caught In a tweet sighted by ThinkNews Online, the Minister of Information said "The National Security Ministry has not issued any panic alert. Ignore the fake news making rounds on social media" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-actress-martha-ankomah-flaunts-handsome-son-on-instagram-photo He added that Ghana will win and move on to make herself greater and stronger. See tweet below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Information reaching ThinkNews Online indicates that the Flagbearer of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM) party, Rev Christian Kwabena Andrew, popularly known as Sofo Kyiriabosom has called to congratulate President Akufo-Addo for winning the 2020 December polls. According to sources, the call comes after the leader of the GUM party accepted defeat in the recently held December polls. READ ALSO:https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-nii-lantey-vanderpuye-arrested-at-odododiodio-video Although the GUM party did not win the 2020 election, it is emerging that Sofo Kyiriabosom managed to secure what many have described as impressive results from all the 275 constituencies across the country. ThinkNews Online can confirm that due to the impressive results won by the party, many have tagged the GUM party as the third force in Ghana's politics. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/election-2020-ec-releases-certified-parliamentary-results-on-its-website Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith