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  3. He has worked with radio stations like Radio Gold, Happy FM and Adom FM. Over the years, he has built a strong reputation in both film and television, earning praise for his versatility and screen presence.

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    Mikki Osei Berko installed as chief in Adamorobe
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Man killed in galamsey clash at Asawinso site

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A violent confrontation at an illegal mining site in Asawinso, Western North Region, on Monday left one person dead and about seven others injured after traditional authorities and security moved to halt galamsey operations. The Municipal Chief Executive for Bibiani confirmed the arrest of a key suspect and said the incident escalated when armed men were allegedly called to the scene.

Why it matters

A galamsey clash in Asawinso killed one person and injured seven, illustrating the ongoing violence and governance challenges surrounding illegal mining.

19 May 2026 · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Man killed in galamsey clash at Asawinso site

    A violent confrontation at an illegal mining site in Asawinso, Western North Region, on Monday left one person dead and about seven others injured after traditional authorities and security moved to halt galamsey operations. The Municipal Chief Executive for Bibiani confirmed the arrest of a key suspect and said the incident escalated when armed men were allegedly called to the scene.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 18 May

  1. Ghana should avoid future IMF returns, staffer says

    Presidential Staffer Nana Yaa Jantuah expressed optimism about Ghana's exit from an IMF programme, thanking Ghanaians for their patience and crediting President Mahama and his economic team for adhering to programme conditions. She urged Ghana to strengthen its economy and manage its resources well to avoid returning to the IMF in the future.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 11 May

  1. Local Assemblies, FDA must enforce food safety and disposal rules

    An editorial commentary on indiscriminate dumping of expired soft drinks at Mallam-Gbawe in Accra, which exposed residents to health risks after schoolchildren consumed some without knowing they had expired. The piece calls on local assemblies and the FDA to strengthen enforcement of correct disposal of expired foods.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 9 May

  1. Wife accuses police inspector of sexually abusing teenage daughter

    A police inspector's wife has accused him of sexually abusing their biological teenage daughter, allegedly impregnating her and forcing a termination. She told Adom FM that the case was reported to police but was not properly handled for months; the victim has since tested positive for HIV and is struggling in school.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 8 May

  1. Woman accuses Police Inspector of sexually abusing daughter

    A woman has accused the father of her daughter—a Police Inspector stationed in Garu, Upper East Region—of sexually abusing the girl over several years, allegedly resulting in pregnancy and HIV infection. According to the mother, the abuse began when the child was about 10 years old, and the girl's disclosure to a hospital doctor eventually led to the inspector being questioned by police.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 7 May

  1. Committee report on Charles Amissah death names individuals involved

    Parliament's Health Committee chairman says the investigative report into engineer Charles Amissah's death should warn health professionals to uphold ethical standards. The latest report named individuals believed to be involved, unlike previous reports that focused on institutions, and the Health Minister has directed referral to the Medical and Dental Council for disciplinary action.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Parliament's Health Committee to review Charles Amissah death probe

    The Chairman of Parliament's Health Committee says the committee will meet with the three-member investigative team that probed engineer Charles Amissah's death to review the findings and recommendations, with a meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 7. Dr. Mark Kurt Nawaane stated the committee is examining the actions of health professionals involved, arguing that timely medical attention could have saved Amissah's life.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Rent Control Department begins inspections on university hostels

    Ghana's Rent Control Department has announced a nationwide compliance exercise targeting hostel operators at tertiary institutions, following a petition from the National Union of Ghana Students over alleged exploitative pricing and excessive advance rent demands. Direct inspections begin Wednesday, May 6, 2026, starting with selected universities in Accra including the University of Ghana, UPSA, and Wisconsin International University College.

    5 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 April

  1. Titus Glover urges Ashanti minister to focus on illegal mining

    Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover has criticised the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, for focusing on social media rather than tackling illegal mining. Glover said the minister must take a more proactive hands-on leadership role to address the scale of destruction caused by galamsey.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 26 April

  1. Actor Mikki Osei Berko installed as chief in Adamorobe

    Popular Ghanaian actor and broadcaster Mikki Osei Berko has been installed as a chief in Adamorobe, Eastern Region, on April 24, 2026, given the stool name Nana Osei Boakye Yiadom II and expected to serve as acting chief while the substantive chief is advanced in age.

    26 April 2026 · Joy Online

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