Following reports that a Ghanaian man popularly known on Snapchat as “Abu Trica” has been indicted in the United States for allegedly orchestrating an $8 million romance scam, social media users in Ghana have reacted strongly, with many criticising his extravagant online lifestyle and the growing trend of flaunting unexplained …

Popular Ghanaian socialite Frederick Kumi, widely known as Abu Trica (also called Emmanuel Kojo Baah Obeng), has been arrested in Ghana after being indicted in the United States for allegedly leading a romance scam operation that defrauded elderly Americans of over $8 million. The 31-year-old, who comes from Agona Swedru …

The Krontihene of Akyem Asuom, Nana Boadi Amponim Obo-dade III, has appealed to NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah to reconsider reports suggesting that he may contest the party’s 2028 flagbearer position. Speaking to journalists at his palace on December 7, 2025, the traditional leader noted that after the passing …

A Presidential Aide, Rosemond Obeng, has urged the leadership of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) to consider boycotting the 2028 general elections, suggesting it may be in the party’s best interest. She further advised that the party undergo group counselling sessions to help them recover from the emotional and …

Renowned lawyer Martin Kpebu has accused Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng of bribery and interfering in corruption investigations involving top government officials, including Charles Adu Boahen and Dr Kingsley Agyemang. Renowned private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has launched fresh and explosive corruption allegations against Ghana’s Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng. According to …

An officer at the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), who reportedly witnessed the confrontation that led to the arrest of lawyer Martin Kpebu, has shared a detailed account of the incident. Speaking on JoyNews’ NewsFile on December 6, 2025, the unnamed female officer said she observed the clash from …

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has filed a GHS10 million defamation lawsuit against three individuals for allegedly spreading false claims that he is involved in illegal mining (galamsey). A writ of summons issued by the Adentan High Court—and sighted by GhanaWeb on Facebook—names the defendants as Wendell Yeboah, Aluta …

Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has launched a strong criticism against the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), accusing its head, Kissi Agyebeng, of compromising his independence. Kpebu alleges that the Special Prosecutor colluded with former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, allowing him to leave the country even though he was …

Former Minister of Roads and Highways, Dr Richard Anane, has been praised by ex-President John Agyekum Kufuor, who described him as his “favourite” minister due to his outstanding work ethic, competence, and achievements in office. Dr Anane served as Minister of Health and later as Minister of Roads and Highways …

NPP MP for Suame, John Darko, has accused the government of allegedly making a deliberate attempt to “plunder” the Ghana Heritage Fund and the Ghana Stabilisation Fund through provisions in the 2026 National Budget. According to the MP, these alleged actions pose a serious threat to the country’s future economic …