Entertainment of Monday, 19 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA GH¢100 million lawsuit has been filed by Dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, against media personality Abubakar Ahmed, popularly known as Blakk Rasta, at the High Court in Accra. The suit stems from a video posted on Blakk Rasta’s social media pages, Blakk Empire Media, on December 15, 2025, titled “Shatta Wale, self-confessed king of fraud.”In the statement of claim, Shatta Wale argued that the comments made in the video were false, malicious, and intended to harm his reputation. Shatta Wale maintains that the statements portrayed him as a fraudster, thief, and morally corrupt figure, allegations he strongly denies. He further stated that Blakk Rasta accused him of associating with known fraudsters and permitting stolen funds to be routed through his bank accounts, allegations the musician insists are defamatory. The plaintiff, (Shatta Wale), is asking the court to declare the statements defamatory, order Blakk Rasta to permanently remove the video and related content from all social media platforms, and restrain him from making further defamatory publications.

Regional News of Monday, 19 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCorrespondence from the Eastern RegionThe Member of Parliament for Lower Manya Krobo in the Eastern Region, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, on Sunday, January 11, 2026, led the recognition of 48 distinguished indigenes of the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality for their outstanding contributions to the area’s development. The maiden Lower Manya Krobo Excellence Awards ceremony was held at the Laasi Astroturf in Odumase-Krobo and attracted a large gatherings of national, regional and community stakeholders. Addressing the gathering, Terlabi explained that the awards scheme was deliberately created to honour the heroes and heroines of Lower Manya Krobo whose achievements have often gone undocumented. The late Konor (Paramount Chief) of the Manya Krobo Traditional Area, Oklemekukuza Azu Matey Korley was honoured for his role in the establishment of Manya Krobo Senior High School, while the late R T Madjtey, the first Inspector-General of Police from the area, was celebrated for his profound influence on policing and mentorship within the security services. In a moment of appreciation, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi himself was also presented with an award in recognition of his contributions to the development of Lower Manya Krobo.

Mampong is the second most powerful paramountcy in Asanteman, and its occupant, the Mamponghene, holds the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom. In the event that an Asantehene dies, the Asante Mamponghene serves as the Regent of Asanteman until a new king is enstooled. Below is a brief profile of the man who is now occupying the Silver Stool of Asanteman. The new Asante Mamponghene was nominated by the queen mother of the Asante Mampong Traditional Area (Asante Mamponghemaa), Nana Agyakoma Difie II, to succeed Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, who died in April 2025. The 51-year-old Asante Mamponghene was born on March 14, 1974.

General News of Monday, 19 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe deportee of the United States (US) received by the government of Ghana, who made news headlines after she was captured being dragged on the floor by Ghanaian immigration officials, has spoken up for the first time about her ordeal. After staying at a hotel in Ghana for about six days, her worst fears came to pass when Ghanaian immigration officers told her they were sending her to her home country, which is what led to the scenes in the viral video. “They (the Ghanaian immigration officers) asked if I was ready, and I said, ‘I’m ready for what?’ They said they were about to take me to the airport. She went on to narrate how the Ghanaian officials began to forcibly remove her because of her resistance, disclosing that she was still suffering from injuries from the incident. Watch the interview below:BAI'To hell with them' – Professor Frimpong Boateng fires back at NPPTWI NEWS

General News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament (MP) for Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency, John Dumelo, has highlighted the importance of Agriculture and value addition as key drivers of economic growth. According to him, value addition remains very important in transforming Ghana’s Agricultural sector. He also engaged with students of Asamankese Senior High School, where he encouraged young people to take agriculture seriously, as well as adding value to agricultural produce. What Martin Kpebu said about former president Akufo-AddoThe MP expressed appreciation to the Member of Parliament for Lower West Akim, Owen Kwame Frimpong, for a warm reception and support during his visit. John Dumelo's visit shows his commitment to inspiring the youth to participate in agriculture to promote sustainable development.

General News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be contested between the continent’s two highest ranked nations, as tournament hosts Morocco and Senegal meet with both hunting down just a second-ever title. For the third time in the last four editions of AFCON, Senegal will contest the final (W1, L1) looking to replicate their 2021 heroics when they beat Egypt to lift the trophy. The Lions of Teranga were victorious against the same opponents in this year’s semi-final (1-0), stretching their unbeaten run at these finals (W5, D1). Morocco have been even tighter, conceding just once en route to the final while keeping four successive clean sheets. The Atlas Lions’ attack may have let them down in the semi-final against Nigeria, but Walid Regragui’s men held their nerve to beat Nigeria on penalties and reach just a third-ever AFCON final.

Sports News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: cafonline.comAs the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco 2025 reaches its climax on Sunday, one individual prize has ignited excitement across the continent — the Golden Boot. With 120 goals already scored ahead of the third-place playoff and the final, this edition has established itself as the most prolific since 2019. Now entering the home stretch, the race for the tournament’s top scorer is set for a thrilling finish, with the outcome to be decided in the final two matches — the third-place playoff and the grand final. Morocco’s poster boy Brahim Diaz leads the race, while Egypt’s talismanic skipper Mohammed Salah and Nigeria’s prolific striker Victor Osimhen lie in chase. A race worthy of the stageWhat this Golden Boot race reflects above all is balance.

General News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: metrotvonline.comThe Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo), in collaboration with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), has announced a scheduled power interruption for Cape Coast and nearby communities on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The five-hour outage, which will run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., is to facilitate the completion and commissioning of upgrade works on a 66-megavolt-ampere (66MVA) transformer at the Cape Coast Substation. In a joint statement issued on Friday, the two power utilities said the exercise forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen electricity transmission and distribution infrastructure in the area. The upgrade, according to the statement, is expected to increase the capacity of the substation and improve the stability and reliability of power supply to households and businesses within Cape Coast and surrounding communities. They apologised to residents and businesses likely to be affected by the planned outage and reaffirmed their commitment to delivering improved and reliable power services across the country.

His father, Sufiel, was born in Melilla - a Spanish city on the north African coast - into a Moroccan family. His Malaga side were eliminated by Real Madrid in the semi-finals but he left his mark, scoring against Luca Zidane. In 2019 he joined Real Madrid in a £21m deal - a record fee at the time for a City academy product. At Real Madrid he does not play as much as he would like - hardly anyone ever does - but he accepts it as part of the process. In Morocco - a country deeply immersed in Spanish football culture, where Real Madrid and Barcelona dominate everyday life - Brahim has become a national icon.

Entertainment of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian actor and producer Kwaku Manu has expressed heartfelt gratitude to media mogul Dr Osei Kwame Despite and businessman Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong for their pivotal support in his life. Speaking in an interview on UTV’s Atuu show on January 17, 2026, Kwaku Manu revealed that his relationship with Dr Kwame Despite dates back to his time at Hello FM. How friends became brothers: The story of Kwame Despite and Dr Ernest Sarpong“I believe that if I had not behaved well, I don’t think they could have been part of my life,” he said. Kwaku Manu recounted how Dr Kwame Despite supported him financially when he was moving into his newly built house and personally attended the occasion. He added that both men have always kept their doors open to him, a gesture he does not take for granted.

General News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has rejected claims that the NDC is pushing to remove the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) from the 1992 Constitution, insisting that the association has no constitutional entitlement. Former Ghana Bar Association (GBA) President Yaw Acheampong Boafo has criticised the Constitution Review Committee's (CRC) recommendation to remove the association from the 1992 Constitution. Ghana Bar Association to be removed from the 1992 Constitution - CRC ReportAccording to him, the move is politically motivated by the NDC. Read his post below:Ex-GBA President accuses NDC of driving move to remove GBA from constitution - MyJoyOnline https://t.co/p6DmNOS7oP1. The law is trite that a voluntary association of professional lawyers cannot… — Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, Esq.

Business News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has clarified its position on the proposed Smart Port Note (SPN), distancing itself from a press statement recently issued by a group called the Coalition of Exporters, Importers and Traders. These sessions brought together key industry players, including the Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF), Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), and several customs and freight bodies." "At the meetings, stakeholders were assured that the SPN would be implemented at no cost to importers, with expenses borne by exporting countries. IEAG highlighted ICUMS’ role in improving revenue mobilisation, cargo tracking, risk management, and automation at the ports. The Association reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the interests of Ghanaian traders and consumers, supporting initiatives that enhance port efficiency provided they are implemented transparently and without extra costs.

Health News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Nkwanta South Municipality in the Oti Region is grappling with a severe malnutrition and healthcare crisis in the aftermath of recent conflicts. Even before the outbreak of violence, malnutrition rates among children under five had been rising, and now over 5,000 children are reported to be affected, with many in severe condition. In response, the Nkwanta South Municipal Health Directorate, in collaboration with the Ghana Ambulance Service, has screened and weighed over 1,000 children under five to identify those most at risk. Senior Nutrition Officer at Nkwanta Municipal Hospital, Nancy Dogoe, with support from Unicom Chemist, educated mothers on the importance of providing nutritious meals. Dogoe called on the government and benevolent organisations to provide additional support, including food, drugs, and logistical assistance, to address the rising malnutrition cases.

Sports News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAfter Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Mohamed Salah had both seen their opening penalties saved, Akor got Nigeria on the board, and their position was immediately strengthened when Omar Marmoush was denied by Stanley Nwabali, allowing Moses Simon to make it 2-0. Despite Ramy Rabia temporarily halving the deficit, Alex Iwobi made no mistake from 12 yards to put Nigeria on the brink of victory. And although Mahmoud Sabar converted his spot-kick to keep the shoot-out alive, Lookman was on hand to fire home and send the large Nigerian contingent into celebration, ensuring the Super Eagles finished AFCON with something to show for their efforts. Meanwhile, watch Ghanaians rate Daniel Laryea’s performance and predict the 2025 AFCON final.

Business News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: gbcghanaonline.comA member of the New Patriotic Party communications team, Dr Ezekiel Agyekum-Obeng, has added his voice to growing public complaints over Ghana’s struggling public transport system. She assured commuters that plans are underway to procure high-occupancy buses to ease congestion and improve public transport. Adding his voice, Dr Agyekum-Obeng highlighted the wider impact on Ghanaians’ daily lives. He said many commuters are spending more time on the roads than at their workplaces, arriving tired and stressed, with a toll on productivity and well-being. He called for a paradigm shift in how Ghanaians view the transport system, emphasizing the need for change to improve daily lives.