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South African Police Condemn Xenophobic Attacks Targeting Ghanaians

South African Police Condemn Xenophobic Attacks Targeting Ghanaians

South Africa’s Ministry of Police has strongly condemned the recent xenophobic violence and intimidation targeting Ghanaian nationals and other foreign residents in the country. In a statement, the Ministry said such actions are unlawful and contradict the values of dignity, equality, and human rights on which South Africa’s

Nigerian Man Extradited by INTERPOL for Killing of Ghanaian Man

Nigerian Man Extradited by INTERPOL for Killing of Ghanaian Man

A man wanted over the 2018 murder of Joshua Boadu in the United Kingdom has been extradited from Nigeria after spending six years evading justice. Joshua Boadu, popularly known as SJ, was stabbed on Linsey Street in Bermondsey on June 11, 2018. He was rushed to hospital in critical condition

14-Year-Old Girl Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Family’s Food with Rat Poison

14-Year-Old Girl Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Family’s Food with Rat Poison

A 14-year-old girl has reportedly been apprehended after allegedly poisoning food prepared for her half-sister, mother-in-law, and father-in-law using rat poison. The disturbing incident has sparked concern among residents, as details continue to emerge about what led to the act. According to reports,

Julius Malema Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison Over 2018 Gun Incident

Julius Malema Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison Over 2018 Gun Incident

South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison, a dramatic ruling that could shake the country’s political landscape. The leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters was found guilty on firearm-related charges, with the sentence raising the possibility of him losing his seat

Tragedy in Nigeria: Air Force Strike on Market Leaves Up to 200 Feared Dead

Tragedy in Nigeria: Air Force Strike on Market Leaves Up to 200 Feared Dead

As many as 200 people are feared dead, with dozens injured, after a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) airstrike mistakenly struck a crowded weekly market on Saturday. The incident occurred at Jilli Market, a major trading hub located between Gubio Local Government Area in Borno State and Geidam Local Government Area

Nigerian Army Brigade Commander Killed in Boko Haram Attack on Borno Base

Nigerian Army Brigade Commander Killed in Boko Haram Attack on Borno Base

A Nigerian Army brigade commander, Brigadier-General O. Braimah, has been killed alongside several soldiers after Boko Haram militants launched a coordinated attack on a military base in Benisheikh, Borno State.

Nigerian Onion Traders Suspend Exports to Ghana

Nigerian Onion Traders Suspend Exports to Ghana

Nigeria’s onion trade with Ghana has taken a dramatic turn as exporters suspend shipments, sparking fresh concerns across local markets. The decision, led by the National Onion Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria, follows allegations of harassment, truck seizures, and unfair treatment of Nigerian traders operating within Ghana.