Umar Sanda explains his defiance of Asiedu Nketiah's warning over his NDC status
Speaking in an interview with GhanaWeb TV on March 3, 2026, during the Ayawaso East by-election, Umar Sanda indicated that after the party dismissed him, he was later called back for negotiations. 'You're still our brother, but no longer part of NDC' – Asiedu Nketia tells Umar Sanda“Nothing like that happened. The National Chairman stood on a platform and gave me three days to return but I don’t think that was the right approach. Umar Sanda maintained that he would not speak ill of Asiedu Nketiah, acknowledging his elder status but insisted that the manner in which the chairman addressed him was inappropriate. Mohammed Umar Sanda contested alongside four other candidates in the Ayawaso East by-election but unfortunately lost to Baba Jamal, who represented the NDC.
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March 04, 2026 15:22 UTC
Rethink 'spraying of cash', organise long-term initiatives for your fans – Shatta Wale told
Entertainment of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comVeteran Ghanaian filmmaker and cultural figure Socrate Safo has made a public appeal to dancehall star Shatta Wale concerning his habit of throwing cash in public spaces. In a detailed Facebook post, Safo highlighted the deep emotional connection between Shatta Wale and his fanbase, known for their loyalty and visible support at concerts and public appearances. He noted that the artiste often expresses gratitude through gestures that go beyond performance, including sharing a portion of show earnings with supporters. However, Safo said that the uncoordinated distribution of money, especially throwing cash from moving vehicles into crowded streets, has resulted in disorderly scenes and safety risks. The goodwill would remain, perhaps even deepen, but without the risk and chaos that currently accompany public cash distributions,” he suggested.
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March 04, 2026 14:48 UTC
Why a 73-year-old teacher blocked his four children from voting in Ayawaso East
Politics of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA 73-year-old JHS teacher in Nima, Ransford Nana, on March 3, 2026, prevented four of his children from participating in the Ayawaso East by-election, citing disappointment over what he described as a lack of appreciation from the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He claimed that while others continue to enjoy rewards from the party, he has gained nothing despite consistently voting for the NDC. “Every day, I join the line, go and vote, join the line, go and vote. Baba Jamal wins Ayawaso East by-election - Provisional results“If they don’t listen, there will be trouble in the house. With God, everything is possible.”AMAyawaso East By-Election: Low voter turnout recorded at St. Kizito polling stationAyawaso East By-Election: Presiding Officer David Chinery explains voting process
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March 04, 2026 13:39 UTC
Afenyo-Markin responds to referral to Privileges Committee
General News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMinority Leader and Effutu MP, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin, has responded to his referral to Parliament’s Privileges Committee, stating that he is ready to appear before the committee and further requested a public hearing. Afenyo Markin said the minister knows the substance of the matter but had acted as if he did not. He urged that the referral proceed and offered to make himself available for a public hearing to resolve the issue. Afenyo Markin’s remarks comes after the interior minister requested the referral in response to the Minority’s claims about recruitment in the security services that reportedly involve a senior government official. The Privileges Committee will now consider whether to hold a public hearing to determine any further action.
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March 04, 2026 13:36 UTC
‘We will insist on the most severe punishment for you’ - Ayariga fires Afenyo-Markin
General News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has challenged the Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, to provide evidence of his allegation of a scandal in the security service involving a top government appointee. Mahama Ayariga threw this challenge while supporting a request by members of his Caucus for Afenyo-Markin to appear before the Privileges Committee to provide evidence of his allegation. He warned that the Majority Caucus would ensure that the Minority Leader is duly punished if he fails to provide evidence of his allegation. Otherwise, we in the NDC will insist on the most severe punishment for you,” he said. Afenyo-Markin dragged to Privileges CommitteeWatch a video of Ayariga's remarks below:BAIAyawaso East By-Election: Low voter turnout recorded at St. Kizito polling stationWatch NPP MPs in all-black as President Mahama delivers 2026 SONA
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March 04, 2026 13:34 UTC
Speaker Bagbin unveils new strategic push for direct citizen involvement in legislation
General News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has announced that parliamentary sittings will soon be extended to district assemblies, schools, markets, and chief palaces as part of efforts to deepen decentralisation and promote citizen participation. Speaking at the Speaker’s Breakfast Forum on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, he described the move as the next “giant step” in Parliament’s reform agenda. According to him, Parliament will “take a step down to the local government structures” by organising parliamentary settings in communities across the country. “Parliamentary settings will be extended to district assemblies, local markets, chief palaces, schools, and popular rendezvous in small communities where ordinary honourables will have the opportunity to deliberate and fashion out our nation’s future,” he stated. The Speaker stressed that the initiative would shift national debates from being confined to the Majority and Minority caucuses to broader public ownership.
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March 04, 2026 13:31 UTC
Osei Kuffour vs Gyan: Who truly defined jersey No. 3 in Ghana?
Sports News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comIn Ghana football folklore, the number 3 shirt is traditionally reserved for defenders. But two attacking icons, Emmanuel Osei Kuffour and Asamoah Gyan, rewrote that script and turned it into a symbol of firepower. Long before it became Gyan’s trademark, the jersey belonged to “The General.”At Accra Hearts of Oak, Osei Kuffour wore No. He won the treble in 2000 and remains one of the rare players to lift the Ghana Premier League title with both Hearts and Kotoko. Was it Emmanuel Osei Kuffour, the General, whose intelligence, versatility, and clutch performances made him a nightmare for rivals and a continental champion with Hearts of Oak?
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
EOCO's GH¢600m not from ORAL - Kwakye Ofosu sets record straight
The president, during his address on February 27, 2026, in Parliament, reaffirmed his commitment to fighting corruption, noting that EOCO has so far recovered GH¢600 million and has investigated 462 cases. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on March 3, 2026, Kwakye Ofosu clarified that the GH¢600 million as stated by the president only relates to recoveries made by EOCO through its anti-corruption operations, and not under ORAL. He further stated that under Operation Recover All Lot (ORAL), assets worth GH¢1.5 billion have been frozen as part of ongoing investigations. Kwakye Ofosu reiterated that the government remains committed to pursuing cases to their logical conclusions to ensure that misappropriated public funds are fully recovered in accordance with the law. The Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) is an anti-corruption initiative launched by the government, aimed at tracing, freezing and recovering state assets allegedly lost through corruption, financial mismanagement and illicit enrichment.
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
Escaped Ghanaian prisoner captured in viral video mocking UK police rearrested
General News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDaniel Boakye, the 21-year-old Ghanaian who made news headlines after recording a video mocking the police of the United Kingdom (UK) following his second escape from lawful custody, has reportedly been rearrested. The police stated that it is working with the French authorities to get the accused person back into the UK. It also indicated that the 21-year-old was allegedly smuggled out of the UK in a lorry after he escaped custody in February 2026. After his escape, a video posted on Instagram appears to show Boakye, who uses the drill name dsavv, performing in front of a screen featuring a newspaper story about his first escape. Escaped Ghanaian prisoner appears in video mocking UK policeBAIAyawaso East By-Election: Low voter turnout recorded at St. Kizito polling station
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
The story of the former Black Stars captain who lost his wife to a GFA president
His tactical intelligence and leadership qualities caught the attention of then Ghana Football Association president Ohene Djan. The investment signaled confidence that Briandt would return to lead the Black Stars as the new head coach. Soon after, Briandt was appointed assistant coach of the Black Stars, with many believing he was being groomed for the top job. Briandt stopped appearing in the Black Stars dugout, returned his official car and left without explanation. Though Ohene Djan never publicly admitted to the claims before his death in 1987, whispers persisted.
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
Head-on collision leaves 11 injured on Cape Coast-Takoradi Highway
General News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comEleven people are suffering from various degrees of injuries following a frightening head-on collision at Eduadjei on the Cape Coast–Takoradi Highway on Tuesday evening. The crash, which occurred around 7:30 PM, involved an Opel Astra with registration number WR 4860-13 and a Nissan mini bus with registration number CR 1414-23. According to the Central Regional Fire Service, the impact left ten passengers in the Nissan mini bus injured. Tragedy at Asikuma: Five killed, four injured in horrific road crashIt added that the driver of the Opel Astra was not as fortunate. Rescue teams reportedly eventually cleared the debris from the road to restore traffic flow and ensure safety at the accident site.
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
Ferraris Out, Factories In: How Dangote sold his luxury 'toys', others to 'save' Nigeria
But Dangote decided to swap the champagne for cement and the limelight for factories, a move that has cemented his wealth and influence across Africa. The 68-year-old divorcee said he began this mission by building sugar refineries, buying a majority stake in a salt-refining company, and establishing cement factories across Nigeria. He also noted that this mission has always been far more important than living a life of luxury. When asked about his defining legacy, Dangote offered yet another simple but striking response; “What’s our legacy?” he asked. While most people would struggle to give up Netflix subscriptions, Aliko Dangote gave up yachts, sports cars, and multiple homes for factories across the continent.
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
March 4, 1957: The day Martin Luther King Jr touched down in the Gold Coast
General News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comRevisiting the archives on this March 4, 2026, we recall the moment a young Dr Martin Luther King Jnr touched down in Accra 69 years ago. His brief visit to the Gold Coast would eventually inspire his most famous sermons, forever cementing Ghana as the 'promised land' of the 20th-century freedom struggle. Martin Luther King and his wife, Coretta Scott King, landed in the capital two days before the official declaration of independence on March 6, 1957. March 3, 1957: Key events that set the stage for Ghana's IndependenceThe invitation was facilitated through Martin Luther King’s close associate Bayard Rustin and activist Bill Sutherland, who at the time was working with Nkrumah’s Minister of Finance, Komla Agbeli Gbedemah. African independence and American civil rights both rooted in the same unshakeable belief in freedom, dignity, and justice.
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
AFCON, Bible, Meek Mill: Semenyo reveals 10 facts about his lifestyle
Sports News of Wednesday, 4 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comBlack Stars attacker, Antoine Semenyo has opened up about aspects of his lifestyle that are not widely known to the public. During a question-and-answer session, the winger revealed details centered on his Christian faith and his commitment to reading the Bible regularly despite his busy schedule. The Manchester City forward also spoke about his favorite teammate, items he always carries, his background as a gymnast in school, and his views on fashionable footballers. – Reading the Bible. – "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”What do you always pack in your away-day bag?
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March 04, 2026 13:22 UTC
NPP's Miracles Aboagye makes false claim about global cocoa prices in 2025
Verdict: Having analysed data from the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) and the Business Insider, we found the claim to be false. “As of August 2025, when they announced new cocoa prices, it was selling at around $7,200. Did cocoa hit $13,000 per tonne in 2025 as claimed by Miracles Aboagye? While the two sources quote slightly different prices, neither reports cocoa prices reaching $13,000, as Dennis Aboagye claimed. ConclusionMiracles Aboagye’s claim that cocoa prices hit $13,000 in 2025 is false.
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March 04, 2026 11:49 UTC