I didn't like Agradaa when I first met her – Lawyer opens up
Speaking in an interview on Angel FM, the lawyer disclosed that his perception of Agradaa had been influenced by what he had seen about her on social media. This was because of all the things that I had seen on social media about her. Agradaa to be released earliest by March 3 - Lawyer revealsHe explained that he realised Agradaa’s real-life personality was completely different from the controversial character often portrayed online. “I asked her, ‘Why would you put up this behaviour on social media if it doesn’t represent who you actually are? She told me social media is her brand and that she is actually a very nice person,” he added.
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February 10, 2026 15:45 UTC
Tensions heighten as Ayawaso East NDC executives issue warning to Majority Caucus
General News of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) at Ayawaso East have criticised the Majority Caucus in Parliament over calls to annul the party’s recent parliamentary primaries in the constituency. However, speaking to Channel One News on Monday, February 9, 2026, Ayawaso East NDC Communications Officer, Musah Ali, dismissed the concerns raised by the caucus, insisting that the Majority Caucus should focus on matters in their respective constituencies and not meddle in the affairs of Ayawaso East. “The communiqué by the Majority is moot, in the sense that none of them was there. Ayawaso Zongo chiefs caution NDC against anulling Ayawaso East primaries“The call to annul the election is an insult to our integrity and that of the constituency executives. Musah Ali also expressed disappointment with the party’s national leadership for initiating a probe into the primaries without first engaging the Ayawaso East Constituency Executive Committee.
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February 10, 2026 15:32 UTC
PTAAM-Africa raises concerns over alleged vote buying in NDC, NPP primaries
Politics of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPTAAM–Africa has expressed concern over allegations of vote buying following the recently concluded parliamentary primaries of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Nii Odoi Kwao Family congratulates Baba Jamal on NDC primaries victoryAccording to the organisation, justice must be applied impartially and without favour to maintain public confidence in the democratic system. As part of its advocacy, PTAAM–Africa outlined key principles it believes should guide the handling of allegations related to vote buying. The organisation noted that strengthening these principles is essential to safeguarding the credibility of Ghana’s elections and reinforcing public trust in democratic institutions. The statement was signed by Ebenezer K Havor, President of PTAAM–Africa.
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February 10, 2026 15:32 UTC
President Mahama convenes emergency Cabinet meeting over cocoa sector crisis
General News of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPresident John Dramani Mahama has called an emergency Cabinet meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026, to address mounting challenges confronting Ghana’s cocoa sector. 'I can't sleep' - Cocoa purchasing clerk cries out over unpaid arrearsThe emergency session comes amid growing concerns over prolonged payment delays to cocoa farmers, liquidity constraints at the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), and warnings of a potential collapse of the industry. A cocoa purchasing clerk with over 20 years of experience described the current situation as unprecedented, revealing that farmers who supplied cocoa months ago have yet to receive payment. I have taken about 250 bags of cocoa from farmers, and they are always at my doorstep demanding their money. Buyers shun Ghana's cocoa over high prices – COCOBOD laments“The situation is where we have beans, but they are not buying; the beans are too expensive,” he said.
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February 10, 2026 15:32 UTC
FBI forced me to reveal my phone password, sign documents I cannot read - Abu Trica
Kumi also claimed he was forced to disclose the password to his mobile phone while still in custody and without legal representation. “That the next day, in the morning of December 12th, 2025, I was taken to the Gbese Magistrate Court. According to court documents, Kumi claims his arrest was accompanied by physical abuse, coercive interrogations allegedly conducted by foreign agents and the unlawful seizure of his personal property. Watch the moment Abu Trica appeared in court under heavy securityLawyers for Abu Trica has stated that more than 15-armed officers stormed his apartment at the Airport Residential Area while he was playing video games with friends. AMOne of the prophets who accurately predicted Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's NPP flagbearer win had a sit down with GhanaWeb.
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February 10, 2026 15:32 UTC
Former NPP executives pledge support for party reorganisation, call for unity
Politics of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA leading member of the former Ashanti Regional executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwabena Nsenyire, has called on the party’s National Executives to formally engage former executives with a clear mandate to support the party’s reorganisation and unity-building efforts. Nsenyire made the call after he, together with some former executives, paid a courtesy visit to Hon Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh at his office in Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region. “Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh paid for the medical bills of many members when he met us prior to the presidential primaries. He disclosed that, in appreciation of his continuous support and leadership, the former executives have requested Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh to serve as their patron — a request he said was warmly accepted. “We are grateful to him and the party leadership for recognising the continued value former executives bring to the party,” he said.
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February 10, 2026 15:32 UTC
From Ayawaso East to 3rd-Term Debate: 4 key issues testing NDC's internal cohesion
Ayawaso East primaries:The most recent happening in the NDC that poses a threat to the party's unity has to do with the parliamentary primaries for the Ayawaso East Constituency in the Greater Accra Region. Members of the party, particularly the executives of the constituency have expressed discontentment over the matter. He explained that the directive is part of the measures implemented by the party's National Executive Committee (NEC). Supporters of the party also slammed the General Secretary for his opposition to the possibility of Mahama running for a third term. BAI/VPOOne of the prophets who accurately predicted Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's NPP flagbearer win had a sit down with GhanaWeb.
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February 10, 2026 15:30 UTC
Why Daniel Laryea's penalty decision for Kaizer Chiefs was the right call
Sports News of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comReferee Daniel Laryea has become one of the most talked-about officials after awarding a penalty to Kaizer Chiefs against Al Masry in the 2026 CAF Confederation Cup. Hearts of Oak promised $25,000 each before CAF Champions League final – Charles TaylorThe decision sparked widespread controversy, with fans clashing over whether it was the right call. It is also an offense if a player touches the ball with their hand/arm when it makes their body unnaturally bigger. By having their hand/arm in such a position, the player risks being penalised if the ball strikes it. Taking this into consideration, Mansour had his hand positioned close to his body, but he was clearly seen moving his entire body toward the ball.
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February 10, 2026 14:55 UTC
NDC probe committee to submit Ayawaso East primaries report on February 10
Politics of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe three-member committee established by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to probe allegations of inducement and vote buying during the Ayawaso East parliamentary primaries is expected to submit its report on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The committee was constituted following claims that some aspirants engaged in bribery during the party’s parliamentary primary held on Saturday, February 7. The Majority in Parliament, along with some senior figures in the NDC, have called for the annulment of the primary. However, constituency executives in Ayawaso East have rejected those calls, insisting the process was fair. The committee’s report is expected to shape the NDC’s response to the allegations and determine the next steps regarding the disputed primary.
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February 10, 2026 14:10 UTC
Ghana fails to break the 43-point ceiling on Corruption Index
Although the country’s score improved from 42 in 2024 to 43 in 2025, Transparency International notes that this change is not statistically significant under the CPI methodology. Transparency International emphasised the need for both domestic and international cooperation in tackling corruption. "In an interconnected world, we need both national action and multilateral cooperation to protect the public interest and tackle shared challenges like corruption. Explaining what drives CPI outcomes, Transparency International’s research underscores that corruption is not inevitable. “Unsurprisingly, Transparency International observes, countries with full democracies tend to score highly on the CPI, while non-democratic regimes perform the worst,” the statement said.
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February 10, 2026 14:05 UTC
Illegal Mining Tax Scheme: Government signals 'draconian' penalties for offenders
General News of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe government has assured Ghanaians that all individuals found culpable in the alleged illegal mining taxation scheme will face prosecution, regardless of their status or political affiliation. According to myjoyonline.com report on February 9, 2026, Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, stressed that the government will not shield anyone involved in wrongdoing. “Once evidence of wrongdoing comes to light, you’d be taken up. Whilst there’s evidence of wrongdoing, the law will take its course,” he said. One of the prophets who accurately predicted Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's NPP flagbearer win had a sit down with GhanaWeb.
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February 10, 2026 13:59 UTC
AGI commends passage of 24-Hour Economy Bill
Business News of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has commended the Government for the passage of the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, 2025, describing it as a “bold step” toward unlocking Ghana’s economic potential. Parliament passes 24-Hour Economy Authority BillAGI noted that Ghana’s macroeconomic indicators are trending positively but emphasised the need for export diversification to sustain these gains. “We expect strong regulatory oversight, effective public-private coordination, mobilization of investment, and the provision of infrastructure to support 24-hour operations,” Nsiah Poku stated. AGI also urged that beneficiaries of existing initiatives, such as One District, One Factory (1D1F), be integrated into the 24-hour economy framework. Targeted support will revive production, strengthen industrial output, and create additional jobs,” Nsiah Poku said.
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February 10, 2026 13:35 UTC
Watch CCTV footage of how a lady set Alpha Hour church auditorium on fire
General News of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCCTV footage has emerged following a suspected arson attack on the church auditorium of Pastor Elvis Agyemang, the Founder and Lead Pastor of Grace Mountain Ministries and Convener of the popular prayer movement, Alpha Hour. During his midnight Alpha Hour session on February 10, 2026, Pastor Agyemang revealed that the church auditorium was set ablaze by an unknown woman. “Unfortunately, I have news for you, from this morning, you cannot come to the auditorium to pray. Every one of you knows that the auditorium is almost half full every day, with people praying at every moment. Woman sets Alpha Hour convener’s church auditorium on fire“It is a revival, and God is doing marvelous things through it.
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February 10, 2026 13:35 UTC
Ayawaso Zongo chiefs caution NDC against anulling Ayawaso East primaries
General News of Tuesday, 10 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Council of Zongo Chiefs in Ayawaso East Constituency has warned the leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) against annulling the party’s Ayawaso East parliamentary primaries which was held on February 7, 2026, urging that such a move could trigger tension within the constituency. The caution follows calls by the NDC Majority Caucus in Parliament for the termination of the primaries, which was won by former Ghanaian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, because of allegations of vote-buying. During an interview, the chiefs noted that the election outcome reflected the will of delegates and should be respected. Had it been another person who won, we, the chiefs, would have said the same," he added. The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has also announced investigations into alleged vote-buying and related corrupt practices during both the NDC Ayawaso East parliamentary primaries and the New Patriotic Party’s presidential primaries.
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February 10, 2026 12:35 UTC