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Ghanaian author Nana Acheampong launches 3 books
A Ghanaian author and a lecturer at the African University of Communications and Business (AUCB), Nana Acheampong, has launched three new books in Accra on Monday.
The books, ‘The Mystery of the Treasure Keeper’, ‘A Taste of the Serpent’s Kiss,’ and ‘One Stone, One Bride, and a Zombie.’
‘The Mystery of the Treasure Keeper’ examines the life of an African immigrant in the United States, delving into the cultural shifts and personal struggles that come with relocation.
‘A Taste of the Serpent’s Kiss’ offers a critical reflection on Ghanaian governance, making a bold case for political revolution and structural reform while ‘One Stone, One Bride, and a Zombie’ presents a more philosophical narrative, centred on the idea that the events in our lives are not always the result of our actions but may be consequences of the actions of others.
Reviewing the book, the Co-founder of Writers’ Project of Ghana, Dr Martin Egblewogbe, described ‘One Stone, One Bride, and a Zombie’ as ‘bold telling’ of a Ghanaian story.
He said the structure of the story is complicated and needs time to understand what the writer was talking about but beyond that “I feel that there is a bold strategy that he used. The storytelling is unusual and layered.”
He mentioned that the story explores the middle class in society and tries to probe into what they are and the kind of life they live outside the public eye.
According to Dr Egblewobe, the book was set on the period after the 1981 coup d’état and said there were a lot of political upheavals within that time. He further described the narrative as very rich.
Nana Acheampong said the books were part of a tranche of his upcoming book series, adding that copies would be launched every three months.
He mentioned that the books launched were a reflection of the society and called on Ghanaians to purchase them.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
At least six people have been confirmed dead following a stampede at the El-Wak Sports Stadium in Accra today, November 12, 2025, during an ongoing military recruitment exercise according to the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF)
“The Ghana Armed Forces deeply regrets to inform the general public of a tragic stampede nrinr to the commencement of the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise today Wednesday 12 November 2025 at the El-Wak Sports Stadium, Accra,” GAF confirmed in a statement.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the stampede was triggered by an unexpected who breached security protocols and rushed into the gates ahead of scheduled screening surge of applicants hours.
“The unfortunate incident led to the death of 6 potential recruits and many others injured. The injured are currently receiving emergency medical care at the 37 Military Hospital. Ghana Armed Forces assures the general public that medical teams are working tirelessly to stabilise affected individuals,” the statement revealed.
Meanwhile, arrangements are being made to notify the families of the deceased.
The Ghana Armed Forces has extended its deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and wishes a swift recovery to those injured.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana Armed Forces and the Ghana Police Service have launched simultaneous joint operations in parts of the Ashanti, Volta and Ahafo regions to arrest persons linked to recent attacks on anti-galamsey teams and other security officials.
The swoops, which began at dawn on Wednesday, November 12, are taking place in Dadwene and Anwona in the Ashanti Region, Ehi in the Volta Region, and Hwediem, Kenyase, Guaso and Marhani in the Ahafo Region.
According to a statement from the Ghana Armed Forces, the exercise is intelligence-led and targets individuals suspected of attacking members of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), some police officers, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials, and journalists.
The Armed Forces and Police warned that anyone who tries to obstruct security operations, especially anti-galamsey activities, will face the full force of the law.
They assured residents in the affected areas that enough security measures have been taken to protect innocent citizens and urged them to remain calm and continue their daily activities without fear.
The statement commended civil society groups, the media and members of the public for condemning the recent attacks on security personnel and encouraged continued cooperation in the fight against illegal mining.
By: Jacob Aggrey
