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National Women Organizer of the ruling New Party Party (NPP), Kate Gyamfua has stepped in to render an unqualified apology on behalf of a volunteer group leader to the Member of Parliament for Assin Central Constituency, Kennedy Agyapong over some unacceptable words used against him on social media last week. According to Madam Gyamfua, although social media is a powerful platform that connects people, it is also an avenue where people spew unacceptable words to others. Speaking on an Accra-based radio station, Madam Kate said "I am here today to render an apology to Honourable Ken Agyapong on behalf of one of the leaders of the volunteer groups, Miss Dorcas over her unacceptable comments passed on the MP on her social media platform last week" She also added the apology forms part of measures of maintaining peace among leaders and members of the various volunteer groups in the party. The National Women Organizer also used the opportunity caution young women against the wrong usage of their various social media platforms. "As a mother of the party, I see it important for the young ones to respect their elders. You must always remember that respect is reciprocal" she stressed. On the other hand, the MP for Assin Central Constituency accepted the apology and admonished the youth to be mindful of their utterances and write ups on social media since it can damage the hard won reputation of others. Madam Kate thanked Mr. Agyapong for his acceptance and also took the opportunity to advise the youth of the party to refrain from using offensive/abusive language in their write-ups. "We are in an election year. Be mindful of your write-ups, posts and utterances on social media. Do not exhibit such behaviours since it will not augur well for the party" she appealed. She encouraged them to focus on trumpeting the good policies being executed by the Akufo-Addo government such as 'Free SHS' among others. Madam Kate Gyamfua seized the opportunity to touch on NPP National Women's Wing 2020 campaign slogan ''We Care'' whic is aimed at encouraging healthy living in the wake of the novel Corona virus and beyond. She said "Remind Ghanaians on the tremendous and overwhelming projects the NPP's administration led by His Excellency Akufo- Addo has accomplishedwithin three and half years of its governance" Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah says despite the closure of the country's borders to human travel as part of international travel restrictions under Ghana’s covid-19 response program, the Government of Ghana has approved the deportation of 245 Ghanaian Migrants from Kuwait into the country. According to Mr. Nkrumah, the 245 Ghanaians who are currently in the Kuwait illegally are expected to be in the country on Saturday May 23. Addressing Journalists in Accra, the Information Minister said "The Government of Kuwait has further requested permission from the Government of Ghana to deport the said persons to Ghana on Saturday May 23, 2020. The Government of Ghana has subsequently granted, a special permit for the admission of the said deportees to Ghana" He added that the deportation is to be executed via a special charter arrangement at the cost of the Kuwaiti Government. Mr Oppong Nkrumah noted that although the deportation comes at a time when Ghana’s borders remain closed to human travel as part of international travel restrictions under Ghana’s covid-19 response program adding that measures have been put in place to limit the importation of cases into the country. He further explained that in line with exemptions that were granted for special evacuation flights of foreign nationals during the border closure period, the Government of Ghana has come up with some measures to safely admit the deportees while ensuring the risk to the covid-19 response program is mitigated. "The deportees will be mandatorily quarantined and tested for covid-19 immediately upon arrival into the Ghana. Deportees who test positive will be supported with treatment" he emphasised. The Minister of Information who also doubles as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ofoase-Ayirebi Constituency stressed that the deportees who test positive will remain in quarantine for a second test at the end of the 14day quarantine period. The MP however noted that in addition to the aforementioned covid-19 measures, the 245 Ghanaians will generally be received and handled in line with immigration regulations for all deportees. He said "They will be in the custody of the state for preliminary investigations on the circumstances of their illegal stay in Kuwait. Upon completion of the investigations, a case by case determination will be made on the status and further handling of each deportee in accordance with law" Mr. Oppong Nkrumah revealed that the cost of quarantine and treatment is to be borne by the Government of Ghana. He also explained that the National Security Secretariat will be working in collaboration with the Military, Immigration and Police to ensure the mandatory quarantine is adequately enforced. The Information Minister hinted that the Ghana health service shall be responsible for testing and treatment if need be. The MP assured the public that measures to ensure the health of the general population and the gains of the covid-19 response program are being taken by Government. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Member Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong says aside calling for the arrest of Bishop Daniel Obinim, he has also filed an additional complaint to the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to probe further and deal drastically with the man of God. According to Mr. Agyapong, since he is bent on exposing fake pastors in the country, he will ensure his mission is accomplished. Thinknewsonline.com is learning that the Founder of International God’s Way Church, Bishop Daniel Obinim was arrested by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service over publication of false news and falsification of documents. In a statement signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and Head of Public Affairs at the CID, Juliana Obeng, she noted that Bishop Obinim was arraigned before the Magistrate Court on Tuesday. "He was charged with the offences of Publication of false news and Forgery of document contrary to sections 208 and 159 of the Criminal and other offences Act, 1960 (ACT 29) respectively". Thinknewsonline.com can confirm that the man of God was granted a GHC100,000.00 bail with three sureties - one to be justified. Hon. Kennedy Agyapong says he will continue to urge Ghanaians to concentrate on their work and stop following pastors like Obinim for spiritual guidance. Story by: Magdalene Maame Abena Serwaa Asante

Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service says it is investigating the deputy general secretary of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Obiri Boahen over an alleged comments uttered on an Accra-based radio station. According to the CID, since the comments uttered by the deputy general secretary were unacceptable, it was prudent to invite him for further questioning. Addressing Journalists, Public Relations Officer (P.R.O) of the Criminal Investigations Department, DSP Juliana Obeng said "We have started an investigation into comments made by the Deputy General Secretary of the NPP. The fact that we have not arrested him does not mean that he cannot or will not be arrested. So if authorities during investigations find it prudent to arrest him, he will be arrested but for now, he has not been arrested.” She added that earlier this week, Major Boakye-Djan was arrested and granted over similar comments by Mr. Boahen adding that due diligence will be done on the matter. “We have started an investigation into comments made by the Deputy General Secretary of the NPP…The fact that we have not arrested him does not mean that he cannot or will not be arrested. So if authorities during investigations find it prudent to arrest him, he will be arrested but for now, he has not been arrested” she mentioned. Boakye-Djan Granted Bail In other developments, a leading member of the opposition National Democratic Congress, Major (Rtd) Kwadwo Boakye-Djan has been granted bail after he was arrested for making comments deemed to have breached the peace of the country. The Ghana Police says he was charged with the offence of offensive conduct conducive to the breach of peace contrary to section 207 of the Criminal and Other Offences Act. After being granted police enquiry bail, Major Boakye-Djan is expected to report to the police once a week. Story by: Magdalene Maame Abena Serwaa Asante

As the race for the position of running mate in the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC) gets hotter, Minority Leader, Haruna Iddrisu has revealed although he is not fit for the competition, he will not stop keeping his eyes on the ball. According to Mr. Iddrisu, he is still growing systematically in the party. Speaking on an Accra based television station on Wednesday, the Minority Leader said “I will walk in grace and to where Allah will prepare for me in the right time. I do not fit into the geopolitical chemistry surrounding it. I am growing systematically but will keep my eyes on the ball” He added the NDC is not in a haste to disclose its running mate adding the pandemic has brought many activities to a stand-still. He further stressed although candidate Mahama knows who his running mate is, there is no need outdooring him whiles the country is fighting a deadly pandemic. He hinted he is previewed to some discussions and information adding it will be unfair on his part to speak on it. “We are optimistic in our success in election 2020. He made only one term and he is going to depend on the people. We will vindicate him. We need to be united as a party and that we will do so as a team” he noted. He reiterated that despite losing by 50 votes, he is happy the party through its efforts has re-united with 47. The MP for Tamale South assured party faithful that the grounds are furtile for NDC to win the upcoming December election. FIGHTING COVID-19 Speaking on measures to combat the novel coronavirus in the country, the Minority Leader, Haruna Iddrisu called on the public to join forces and fight the pandemic like war. He said the virus is the country’s common enemy adding it is the duty of all to join in the eradictation. Mr. Iddrisu said “Ghanaians must join Government in a collective effort in the fight against the virus. The public to join force and fight the virus like war” The Member of Parliament (MP) for Tamale South also revealed that he is disappointed Government is distributing some stimulus packages to its people. “Government must see to it that the stimulus packages it is providing serves all Ghanaians and not members of the NPP party only” he noted. ELECTORAL COMMISSION He also called on the Election Commission chair, Madam Jean Mensah to be fair in her dealing stressing that the NDC cannot stop the them (EC) from embarking on its duties. “The Electoral Commission cannot complete this before the ending of June. The EC rushed in this move and let us hope it does not cause constitutional chaos and crisis in the country” he disclosed. He also mentioned that the EC chair should be summoned to answer how she acquired Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) adding she will be made to disclose where, how and who funded its purchase. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Chief Executive Officer (C.E.O) of RuffTown Records, Ricky Nana Agyeman known in showbiz as Bullet has vent his anger on his two female signees, Wendy Shay and Fantana for coming at each other on social media for the past few days. According to Bullet, he is disappointed the two female singers adding management will decide on what action to take. Speaking in an interview with an online portal, Bullet said “Fantana and Wendy Shay are not bigger than Rufftown Records” He also debunked rumours that he has taken an undisclosed amount of money from the mother of Fantana. “Fantana is really outspoken. I’ve taken no money from her mother. I only wanted to be of help to her career. I personally took her to the studio, she’s got real passion for music and that got me glued to her and nothing much” he explained. Ricky Nana Agyeman further explained that although mother of Fantana wanted to partner him in his Rufftown record business, he declined since the record label has enough to fund for itself. He said “Her mother wanted to partner with me and there’s nothing like she giving me some sort of huge money because it’s a record label . My record label has enough money to fund an artist. I sponsored her the first time I saw her, I don’t care who you are provided you’ve got passion because I love music” Answering questions on Rufftown Records been short of lyrics, the CEO however clarified that a record label which has produced stars like Ebony Reigns, Wendy Shay and herself (Fantana) cannot lack ideas. He cautioned Fantana to be mindful of her utterances adding the Artist should desist from speaking evil about the brand. “You don’t speak evil and disrespect my hard earned Label. My label is one hot label that produces great music so you don’t go about disrespecting my label” he fumed. He revealed that most of the lyrics used by Fantana are words he came up with adding her disrespect for the brand is unacceptable. “I always go behind closed doors to settle their differences. I’m not bias. It’s not everyone you can control. Rufftown records is bigger than Wendy Shay and Fantana.! Rufftown Records have done nothing to Fantana, if indeed I’ve hurt you as a manager, you take it on the right track. Their fights ain’t for hypes, they are real” he justified. Bullet further hinted he feels a member of his record label is the one behind the mess. He said “Someone in the team is spoiling the record label. Indeed if there is a problem, I have asked them to live separately. My team cooked this up and they had a loose talk about each other. This issue went to an extent of inviting our head pastor to solve the issue” He fumed that he never forced Fantana rather it’s showbiz and issues are always cooked up to get the trends . “We’ve seen talents and yet I tired to manage my artists. You can’t attack a record label because you’ve got an issue with a colleague in the same label. You can sue the label if you think the label has done something for you” he stated. Bullet revealed that since Fantana has chosen to disrespect the brand, he has asked his lawyers to meet with her. “My lawyers will be meeting her and her family so we terminate her contract. Fantana hasn’t brought any money on my desk. I’ve never sided with Wendy Shay. I’m terminating our contracts because she denting the record label and not because of her issue with Wendy” he noted. Ricky Nana Agyeman hinted that Fantana is no longer on his label revealing its been 8 months since he saw the Artiste. He explained “In every record label, there should be some sort of respect. I have over 1000 recorded songs and I won’t ever be limited when it comes to lyrics. Respect the hands that feed you. “Tuff Skin Girl” is a publicity gone wrong” The C.E.O of Rufftown Records Bullet added he created the name, Fantana adding if singer, Wendy misbehaves her contract will be terminated. Story by: Mandy Woods

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (Rtd.), has approved the termination of the appointment of Prof Charles Uwakwe as registrar and chief executive officer of the National Examinations Council. The President also dismissed four members of the council’s management for various offences bordering on financial impropriety. Uwakwe had been suspended since May 2018 by the Federal Government over alleged financial mismanagement and abuse of office. Mr Abubakar Gana had been appointed as the acting registrar. Uwakwe and some top officials were said to have allegedly awarded contracts in the council to the tune of N25bn without following due process. NECO in a release on Wednesday confirmed that the suspended registrar had been relieved of his appointment by the President, while four members of the management had also been dismissed. The President’s directive was conveyed in a letter, dated May 11, 2020 and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Sonny Echono, on behalf of the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu. It said Uwakwe was accused of violating the Public Procurement Act (2007) and pursuant to PSR 030402 and Part 1 schedule 4 (i) of NECO Establishment Act. Echono said, “After due consideration of the investigative panel on the allegation of unsatisfactory conduct levelled against you and some management staff of the council, Mr President in exercise of his powers, has approved your removal as the registrar and chief executive officer of National Examinations Council with effect from the date of your suspension from duty.” The former registrar was also directed to hand over all the government property in his custody to the acting registrar. In another letter, FME/S/1419/C.3/T/98, on May 11, by the permanent secretary, the President approved the dismissal from service of four management workers. According to NECO, the affected officers are acting Director (Finance and Accounts), Mr Bamidele Olure; Head of Procurement Division, Dr Shina Adetona; Deputy Director, Mr Tayo Odukoya, and the Head of Legal/Board matters, Babatunde Aina. The letter partly read, “After due consideration of the financial report of the Review Committee, Mr President has approved the recommendations as follows; Bamidele Olure, dismissal from the service with effect from the date of his suspension from office having been found guilty of financial impropriety and not qualified to head the Finance and Accounts Department. “Dr Shina Adetona was dismissed from service with effect from the date he was suspended from office for acts tantamount to fraudulent practices, sabotage and suppression of official records.” Source: The Punch

Social Media Influencer, Rosemond Brown known in Showbiz as Akwuapim Poloo has blasted AMG Business Rapper, Medikal in a new video shot onboard a tro-tro. According to Akwuapim Poloo, Rapper Medikal should stop living a fake life adding such life style is luring most youth into 'Sakawa'. In a viral video sighted by Thinknewsonline.com, the controversial celebrity said "Fuck you motherfuckers. Stop living a fake life. Your fake life is luring the youth into Sakawa. Kwasia! " The response comes after Rapper, Medikal dissed her in his recently released song dubbed 'Nonsense'. Medikal in his “nonsense” diss song said ” Menp3 akuapem coro, ei poloo, nade3 no odi kor akyin so obiaa ntor yes cocoa” Rosemond Brown said "We will expose them all. They should show us where the white car they bought for our wife is. I think they have to go for the green car because now they have sprayed it. They have sold the car" "I am sitting in tro-tro car. Yeah, that is my life. I am a village girl you know. I don't post people's Range Rover. I live normal life, crazy. That is my trotro driver. I went out to deliver honey because my car is broke down. Here is my trotro driver. Erh, the rest are back" she stated. The social media influencer further jabbed other fake life celebrities adding that it will cost their lives if they do not put an end to it. Medikal in his “nonsense” dissed actress and social commentator Akuapem poloo. He said, ” Menp3 akuapem coro, ei poloo, nade3 no odi kor akyin so obiaa ntor yes cocoa” She asked Medikal to get of her back stressing that her son is growing and thus no longer interested beef anymore. "I don't do kids anymore. I have quit beefing. I have moved on" she added. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Every sector of the Ghanaian economy was adversely affected by the novel Coronavirus which hit Ghana in March 2020. The creative industry was not spared the ravaging effects of the virus as the government banned public gatherings in a bid to curb the spread of the virus. Musical concerts and social events were suspended following the ban. Some musicians in Ghana and around the world have complained about the adverse effect the pandemic has had on their streams of income. Ghanaian hip-hop rapper and songwriter Kwame Ametepe Tsikata, known in showbiz as M.anifest has opened up on some observations he has made within the COVID-19. Speaking on The Point of View on Citi TV, the ‘God MC’ hitmaker indicated that he would rather prefer to view the pandemic as a trigger that is directing the human race to consider the “basics of humanity.” “It has been important to recalibrate and refocus on what is important. In these times, you have to quickly learn that whatever it is that your selfish ambitions are; what you want for yourself, the goals that you started the year with, you will have to recalibrate and get back to the basics of humanity– survival, looking out for each other. It has been good personally as well because sometimes when you are doing your work, you don’t get the time to sit down and refocus on your purpose and you take things for granted and COVID is a by force retrospective agent. It has been a retrospective agent and it forces you to focus on what matters.” M.anaifest also indicated that the pandemic has taught him to look out for the collective interest of everyone since it is in the collective success that an individual derives his personal success. “It has taught us as public figures to not just use our influence for our businesses but actually for the greater good. So for me, it has been a quick level of recalibration…It is the collective interest, the greater good that matters,” he said. M.anifest is one of the celebrities who used their social media handles to sensitise the public on the coronavirus pandemic. He specifically, urged people not to be engulfed with fear, and also always adhere to the precautionary measures. Ghana’s COVID-19 case count as of May 20, 2020, is 6,269, according to an update by the Ghana Health Service. 1,898 people have recovered from the virus while 31 persons have died. Source: Citinewsroom

Ex-wife of Late Evangelist Apraku My Daughter, Madam Miriam has disclosed that although the death of the Evangelist was untimely, it could have been prevented if only he had listened to her. According to Madam Mairiam, although she is sad, she is also disappointed in the Late preacher for failing to adhere to her advises. Madam Miriam said "His death was untimely and could have been prevented but he never listened to me. I am so sad" Although the ex wife refused to make known what she warned him about, sources say it contributed to their break-up. Madam Miriam however confirmed that she and the late man of God had been divorced for the past 17 years. "I am very sad. I have gone inside the room and I saw him lying there. If he had listened to my advice he would have been alive by now" she said. She also stressed that the man of God's death would not have ended in that way if he had heeded to her words. I spoke to him many times but he didn’t listen and I couldn’t force him so I had to break up and move on with my life" she added. The Late Evangelist was the founder of the King Jesus Evangelistic Ministry International in Kumasi. The church had 25 branches across the country. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

News reaching Thinknewsonline.com indicates that Founder of King Jesus Ministry International, Evangelist Emmanuel Kwaku Apraku popularly known as 'Apraku My Daughter' has kicked the bucket. According to sources, the man of God died at his residence. Although the cause of his demise is unknown, it is emerging that the popular preacher took to drinking for unknown reasons. Some social media users took their various platforms trolling and making fun of the Evangelist, calling him a drunkard. In one of the video that went viral, the Evangelist was captured speaking to a friend via 'WhatsApp video call'. The viral video caught the attention of renowned singer, Sonnie Badu who promised to support the Evangelist financially. It is emerging that the police are yet to convey the corpse to the morgue for autopsy. Thinknewsonline.com will be following and will update its reader on any latest development. Story by: Magdalene Maame Abena Serwaa Asante

Telecommunication Giant, Vodafone Ghana says as part of measures of reducing the spread of the novel coronavirus among Ghanaians, it has introduced new digital channels which will help its users patronise its products at their homes and offices without stepping out. According to the company, it is worried about the increasing number of cases recorded adding the new idea will not only make customers enjoy the packages but also the enhanced internet speed. Director of Commercial and Digital Transformation, Angela Mensah-Poku said "Ahead of the outbreak, we began a journey to deliver our customers’ needs digitally, in line with our passion for creativity and innovation. This birthed various channels that are empowering our customers to, amongst other things; manage their account, purchase bundles, pay bills, request broadband service and initiate sim swap process" She added although it has placed measures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of persons who visits its shops, customers are also reminded to access the digital channels. She explained that the digital channels simply interactions with customers and offer them convenience as well as flexibility. She said "One of our digital platforms include MyVodafoneApp, a unique self-care mobile application, which allows customers to patronize voice and data bundles, send money, top up their account, view the last few transactions and raise any customers concerns and many more. Madam Mensah-Poku added that the app combines customer touchpoints and enquiries in one place. "Customers can download the app for free from the Google Play Store and App Store. The Telco also introduced TOBi, an industry’s first virtual assistant that performs customer care functions and provides 24-hour assistance to customers on products, services and enquiries" Thinknewsonline.com is learning that the machine learning chatbot addresses basic enquiries via messenger chat on social media and MyVodafoneApp. The telecommunication company says customers can use Vodafone can to buy credits and bundles ,pay utility bills and all others. "Customers can further reach to Vodafone Ghana via its social media handles @vodafoneghana on Instagram, @AskVodafonegh on twitter and facebook.com, www.vodafone.com.gh and via WhatsApp on 0501 000 300. The Telco’s Business and fixed broadband customers can conveniently manage and pay their bills through their online platforms https://myvodafone.vodafone.com.gh/pay. Enterprise customers can also call the toll-free number 0800 10 000 from any Vodafone number or 0302 334 040 from any number" she noted. Story by: Magdalene Maame Abena Serwaa Asante