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CEO of Sarkcess Music, Michael Owusu Addo known in showbiz as Sarkodie has lauded a fan, Dan Lartey for going bald after he failed to win the prestigious Artiste of the Year Award at the currently held Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA) 2020. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/fraudster-fools-sarkodie-politicians-and-other-celebrities-presents-fake-awards-to-them Sarkodie took to Twitter and said "Been seeing posts on Mr. Dan Lartey online, honestly I didn’t check to see how serious it was but from a short video I just received on WhatsApp, Big Boss! Gods blessings. Funny story but very deep" Below is a screenshot: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The National Democratic Congress' (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for the Ayawaso West Constituency, John Dumelo has been spotted grabbing and sucking porridge like breast in a new video. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dubai-john-mahama-s-son-shafik-ties-knot-with-lover-photos-video According to sources, the PC was taking his breakfast before hitting the streets to campaign for the NDC ahead of the December elections. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku The video has gotten some scores of social media users trolling the Actor turned Politician. See video below: Story by: Mandy Woods

Information reaching ThinkNews Online indicates that a Ghanaian Fraudster, has fooled some scores of Ghanaian Political and Celebrities, presenting them with fake awards. According to sources, the so-called 'Global Blueprint Excellence Award' which came off in Accra saw a host of great Ghanaian personalities and celebrities gracing the occasion. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dubai-john-mahama-s-son-shafik-ties-knot-with-lover-photos-video ThinkNews Online has gathered that few days after the event, some Twitter users uncovered that the said Global Blueprint Excellence Award which was claimed to be in partnership with the United Nations and Kofi Annan was a scam. Intelligence picked up reveals that Dr. Kwame Owusu Fordjour is said to be the brain behind the fake award scheme. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku Minutes after receiving the award, Rapper Sarkodie, TV3's Johnny Hughes and Berla Mundi likewise D-Black took to their various social media handles to update their fans. Further checks that Mr. Owusu Fordjour managed to scam the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Legon, Professor Ebenezer Oduro with the award. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-shattawale-is-a-peacemaker-bulldog Below are Ghanaian Politicians and Celebrities who were presented with the fake award: Madam Gifty Ohene-Konadu Captain Smart DJ Black Nathaniel Attoh Natalie Fort D Black Archbishop Prof. Dr. Asafo-Agyei Anane Frempong Ebenezer Kewaw Madugu Chairman Wontumi Christian Adu Poku Frederick Acheampong S. K. Boafo John Boadu Professor Ebenezer Oduro Johnny Hughes Berla Mundi Daughters of Glorious Jesus Cynthia Akwele Lamptey Madam Eleanor Effe Amanor Sammy Heywood Okine Gloria Nak Commodore Snr Alban Bagbin (2019) Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Presidential Candidate for the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama has revealed he will turn the National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI) into a Multimedia University which will nurture students who will transform the creative arts industry in future. Speaking on an Accra-based television station, Mr. Mahama said “To start with, he said it was imperative for the National Film and Television Institute is converted into a multimedia university where students are groomed on the various branches that exist in the creative arts industry” The Former President added that since infrastructure is a driver which propels economic prosperity, it is important that measures are geared towards creating jobs for the youth. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-postpones-manifest-launch-to-september-7 "That is why in the next administration that I heard everything will be geared towards creating more jobs in say the creative arts. You can imagine how many people can be employed in the creative arts industry as film directors, as sound engineers, as sound men. Nigeria has got it right and how Nigeria has done it, we can follow the same path and move our creative arts to the next level" he noted. Mr. Mahama said “I’ve suggested that NAFTI, National Film and Television Institute should be turned into a modern Multimedia University that will train sound people, musicians and all of them. And create a conducive environment like building theatres and studios so that when a movie director shoots his movie, he will not have to share the proceeds with a private theatre 50/50 but rather the government theatre will just take 25% percent so that the movie maker can also invest the money made in producing other movies. Creating studios where they can use the studio at a subsidized fee" The Flagbearer challenged the Akufo-Addo government to create a platform for young producers to come and showcase what they have been able to do. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dubai-john-mahama-s-son-shafik-ties-knot-with-lover-photos-video "How much will it cost to give them the National Theatre, have an Accra film festival, collaborate with the private sector to do an Accra film festival, the government can give prizes to the best movie. There are people doing Accra fashion week so you help them. Let all the fashion designers come and showcase the new models. People will come from Nigeria, they will bring money in, they will stay in hotels" Mr. Mahama says transforming NAFTI will unleash Ghana's creative juices. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Director-General at the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr Patrick Kuma-Aboagye has confirmed that the country has not recorded any positive case of the novel corona virus since the reopening of the Kotoka International Airport (KIA). According to him, all passengers who have successfully touched down in the country have tested negative after series of tests. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/airbus-scandal-interpol-issues-arrest-warrant-for-samuel-adam-mahama-over-role-in-bribery Addressing Journalists in Accra, Dr. Kuma-Aboagye said "So far we have not recorded any positive case and that is what our ultimate aim is. Our ultimate aim is to ensure that people arrive here negative and truly negative" He added passengers are subjected to pre-arrival test adding it helps to confirm the status while on-board the airplane. He explained that the country saw 217 people arriving from three different countries. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/pass-the-affirmative-action-bill-now-2016-ppp-running-mate "Although I can not give an accurate number of people who have arrived and have gone through testing as Wednesday, I am confident that all of them are negative" he noted. The Director-General stressed that full details of the tests conducted at the airport will be disclosed to the public soon. Explaining the strict Covid-19 measures at the Airport, Dr. Kuma-Aboagye said "Any passenger arriving in Ghana must be in possession of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result from an accredited laboratory in the country of origin. The test should have been done not more than seventy-two (72) hours before the scheduled departure from the country of origin. All airlines have been instructed to ensure compliance with this directive for all passengers wishing to travel to Ghana, and those airlines who fail in this regard will be duly sanctioned" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku He added passengers disembarking must ensure they are wearing face masks. "Upon disembarking from the aeroplane, each passenger will undergo a mandatory COVID-19 test at the airport terminal, at a fee to be borne by the passenger. The test result will be available within thirty (30) minutes" he emphasized. The Director General hinted that children under the ages of five (5) will not be required to undergo testing at the airport. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/covid-19-coda-donates-ppes-to-ga-traditional-council-ahead-of-homowo-celebrations He also explained that passengers, who test positive for COVID-19, will be handled by the health authorities for further clinical assessment and management. ThinkNews Online has gathered that passengers, who test negative, can, thereupon, enter Ghana to go about their lawful activities, and will be advised to continue to observe COVID-19 safety precautions during their stay in the country. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

ThinkNews Online can confirm that SM President, Shattawale and BhimNation CEO, Stonebwoy have endorsed the Ekumfi fruit juice, a product from Government of Ghana's 1D1F initiative. According to the two celebrities, they are willing to be brand Ambassadors adding Government should consider approaching them. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-shattawale-is-a-peacemaker-bulldog In a video sighted by ThinkNews Online, Shattawale said "If they want to pick us a Ambassadors, we are here. This is the fruit. Me and my brother, Ekumfi Brothers. See Ekumfi!" The two celebrities are calling on the populace to buy the Ekumfi fruit juice and together support made in Ghana products. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/shattawale-besties-benedicta-gafah Ekumfi Fruits and Juices Limited is a Ghanaian fruit juice company which specialises in the manufacturing of locally made fruit juices (such as mango, passion fruit, citrus, pineapple and ginger) from the Ekumfi Abor district in the central region of Ghana. The organisation was born as part of the government’s flagship programme “the One-District, One-Factory” (1D1F) initiative in 2019. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-entertainment-shattawale-endorses-kumerica-video Watch video and pictures below: Story by: Mandy Woods

The Chief Executive Officer of Coastal Development Authority (CODA), Lawyer Jerry Ahmed Shaib has cut sod for the construction of a 12-Unit Classroom Block at the Kwame Nkrumah Cluster of Schools in the Ayawaso Central Constituency. The project is being funded through the one million dollar one constituency program through the Infrastructure for Poverty Eradication Programme (IPEP) under the Ministry of Special Development Initiatives (MSDI). Addressing the chiefs and people of the Ayawaso Constituency, the CEO of CODA, Lawyer Jerry Ahmed Shaib said "President in 2016 promised Ghanaians that when he is voted into office he will allocate one million dollar per constituency to help in socio-economic development in every constituency in the country. President has fulfilled his promise by bringing development to the doorstep of the people" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/covid-19-coda-donates-ppes-to-ga-traditional-council-ahead-of-homowo-celebrations He explained that during stakeholders’ engagements with the people of Ayawaso Central Constituency, they requested for several developmental projects including an astroturf and a 12-unit classroom block at the Kwame Nkrumah Cluster of Schools. He said the contractor has gone through the procurement processes and have been awarded the contract to construct the 12-unit classroom block for the people of Ayawaso Central Constituency. Lawyer Shaib assured the gathering that the contractor has been directed to ensure that artisans that would be needed in the construction work should be employed from the Ayawaso Constituency to enable the youth get employment through the project. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-coda-donates-5000-facemasks-150-hand-sanitizers-to-gaam-pictures He finally assured the people that the duration for the construction is going to be six (6) months and hopes that the contractor finishes ahead of the scheduled time. He prayed that the chiefs and people will support the contractor to enable the project complete successfully. The Member of Parliament and Deputy Minister for National Security, Honourable Henry Quartey thanked the President for this initiative and other social interventions he has extended to Ghanaians. Hon. Qoartey added apart from the asphalting of over 20 kilometers road that has been completed another 20 kilometers would be done before the end of the year. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/facemask-coda-boss-urges-police-to-enforce-laws He said "The astroturf project at Alajo has commenced and after its completion it will help in unearthing football and other sports talents among the youth of Ayawaso Central. An existing office block for the Municipal Assembly is being converted into a Children’s Hospital under the one million dollar one constituency programme" He used the opportunity to appeal to the people of Ayawaso to ensure that they keep to the safety protocols since we are not in normal times and the COVID-19 is still in the system. He also thanked the CODA for donating two thousand (2000) pieces of facemask which would be distributed to the people of Ayawaso Central Constituency after the programme. "I thanked the chiefs and people for their support and prayer. I will ensure that you will keep supporting the good works in order to bring development to people" he added. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/coda-allays-fears-over-chorkor-bridge The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Ayawaso Central Municipal Assembly, Alhaji Mohammed Quaye thanked President Akufo-Addo for his continuous support for the people of Ghana. He explained that through the one million dollar one constituency initiative, the Ayawaso Central Constituency has benefited their share of the national cake. Present at the sod cutting ceremony were; Nii Obo Aduansako II (Accra Newtown Mantse), Nii Obroni I (Kokomlemle Mantse), Nii Jaase of Alajo, Mr. Kingsley Karikari Bondzie (A Deputy CEO of CODA), Alhaji Hudu Ismail (Presiding Member), Augustus Owusu Ajenfra (Municipal Director of Education), Mr. Kobby Anang (Deputy CEO of Gaming Commission), the Clergy and other traditional leaders. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/honouring-great-heroes-coda-will-redevelop-asomdwee-park-ceo Below are pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Coastal Development Authority (CODA) held its maiden staff durbar at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture Resource Centre in Accra. The participants were staff drawn from the Head Office and the six (6) regions of Ghana under the Coastal Development Zone, namely Western, Western North, Central, Greater Accra, Volta and the Oti Regions. The theme for the durbar was, “Executing Our Mandate in the Midst of COVID-19 Pandemic: The Role of CODA Staff”. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/covid-19-coda-donates-ppes-to-ga-traditional-council-ahead-of-homowo-celebrations The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CODA, Lawyer Jerry Ahmed Shaib in his welcome address expressed his gratitude to the staff for their continuous hard work, support and cooperation in the discharge of their mandates in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. He added the success of the Authority is through their collective efforts and commitment. He encouraged management to ensure that they discharge their duties diligently through proper supervision and monitoring. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-coda-donates-5000-facemasks-150-hand-sanitizers-to-gaam-pictures Lawyer Shaid also asked regional heads to make sure that staff are always punctual to work and discharge their duties effectively and efficiently, especially at the various regional offices. He also inspired staff to always have in their minds the objects and target goals of the Authority and ensure that their services impact on the lives of the people they are serving. A Deputy CEO of CODA, Mr. Kingsley Karikari-Bondzie advised heads of departments and units to always ensure that staffs abide by all ethics in their various units. He explained that the Authority can always succeed if there is constant information flow. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/facemask-coda-boss-urges-police-to-enforce-laws He also thanked the staff for their continuous support and hard work by ensuring the protection of the people during this pandemic period. The Assistant Secretary of the Public Service Workers Union (PSWU), Mr. John Sampah thanked the CEO and Management of CODA for their maximum and prompt cooperation by facilitating the process of staff being registered under the Union. He expressed his satisfaction for the manner CODA has handled the registration process. He took the opportunity to inaugurate the interim executives of the CODA-PSWU through swearing of oath. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/coda-allays-fears-over-chorkor-bridge The interim executives are William Abban Ghansah (Chairman), Dennis Owusu Boateng (Vice Chairman), Lucy Turkson-Cofie (Vice Chairperson), Vivian Amissah (Secretary), Rabiatu Sowah (Assistant Secretary). Others include; Godslove Otabil (Trustee), Dorothy Ohenewaa Okai (Trustee) and Raymond Owusu Agyeman (Youth Leader). He advised the interim executives to ensure that they serve well in their various positions until elections are held to appoint substantive executives. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/honouring-great-heroes-coda-will-redevelop-asomdwee-park-ceo Mr Sampah also thanked the current government for creating more job opportunities in the country. Officials from the Hedge Pensions Scheme made a presentation to CODA staff and explained the rationale behind the tier 2 and tier 3 of the contribution. They encouraged staff to access the tier 3 of the contributions since it is very beneficial. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/voter-registration-a-m-a-partners-coda-to-distribute-ppe-to-ec-officials-residents-in-odododiodioo Below are pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has dismissed claims made by Dr. Kofi Bonney of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research saying test authorized for detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) is not a rapid diagnostic test kit (RDT) but rather a device which detects the virus in nasophayngeal (nasal) swabs. According to the FDA, the device detects the ANTIGEN (SARS-CoV-2 Virus) by Fluorescence technology. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/rapid-diagnostic-test-rdt-kits-for-screening-diagnosing-not-registered-fda In a statement released and signed by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FDA, Delese Mimi Darko, she said "It is worth noting that other matured regulatory authorities like the Ghana FDA have approved this technology and similar products for use in detecting the SARS-Cov-2 Virus. The FDA in granting market authorisation to this device, compared the specificity and sensitivity to the Gold Standard, PCR and it met the requirements of not less than 99.0% concordance" The response comes after the FDA, a statutory body mandated by Sec 118 4(b) of the Public Health Act 851, 2012 noted with concern, a media interview granted on an Accra-based television station on August 31st, 2020 by Dr. Kofi Bonney of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/bernice-alcohol-based-hand-sanitizer-is-safe-for-use-fda-confirms The statement explains that during said interview, Dr. Kofi Bonney gave inaccurate and unscientific claims about the performance of the device intended to be used for testing passengers arriving at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA). Madam Delese Darko assured the public that the device approved for the use at the KIA is fit for purpose and the Authority shall continue to monitor its performance in accordance with regulatory requirements. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/press-release-fda-detains-two-unregistered-covid-19-herbal-products Below is a full copy of the release: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Ghanaian Actor and Musician, Kwodwo Nkansah known in showbiz as Lil win has teased king of gibberish music, Justice Amoah (Patapaa) saying his monkey resembles Swedru-based singer in a new video. In the new video sighted by ThinkNews Online, Actor, Lil win was seen having a good time with a monkey. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/i-am-not-his-church-member-but-i-believed-his-prophecy-lil-win-reveals While filming himself and the money, the Kumasi-based Actor gave the pet a GHc5 note and said "This monkey looks like Patapaa" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-patapaa-hospitalized-after-being-poisoned-by-some-unknown-fans-video Although the motive behind the video is unclear, ThinkNews Online is monitoring and will update readers on new developments. Watch video and pictures below: Story by: Mandy Woods

Ghanaian Musician and Pastor, Sonnie Badu has replied On-Air Personality, OB Nartey saying he should not respond to ignorant fools. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-musician-yaa-jackson-hospitalized-video According to him, ignorant fools only love attention adding they will waste his time. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-entertainment-shattawale-endorses-kumerica-video In an Instagram post, he said "If I was an old old old man, this is the advice grandpa Badu will give to his grandchildren for September, it is pretty simple. Do not respond to ignorant fools who want attention, they will waste your time" See screenshot below:

On -Air Personality, Pastor OB Nartey has fingered Gospel Musician and Pastor, Sonnie Badu saying he should stop the unnecessary fame attachment and look for his struggling sons in the Gospel Industry. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-be-serious-emotional-record-label-boss-tisha-bentil-descends-on-bullet According to Pastor OB Nartey, the "Don King" spirit will not help Musician, Sonnie Badu adding his boys are waiting to be pushed. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-entertainment-shattawale-endorses-kumerica-video In a Facebook post to Sonnie Badu, Pastor OB Nartey said "Good morning Sofo Badu, go and look for our sons who are struggling in the Gospel Industry and stop this unnecessary fame attachments" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-musician-yaa-jackson-hospitalized-video Below is a screenshot: Story by: Kwasi Parry