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GMB 2022 to showcase rich Ghanaian, African cultural diversity
• Yenupang represents North East Region
The season of beauty pageant, Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) has successfully been launched in Kumasi, the Ashanti Regional Capital.
The launch which took place at the Kumasi Cultural Centre on Sunday saw organisers of the show, TV3, unveil 16 beautiful ladies commencing the journey for the enviable crown as Ghana’s Most Beautiful this year.
This year’s edition themed, “Ghana’s Beauty, Africa’s Pride,” is expected to showcase the rich cultural diversity in Ghana and Africa.
Addressing the gathering at the launch, the General Manager of TV3, Mr. Francis Doku, reiterated their quest to ensuring the 2022 pageant showcases the rich Ghanaian and African culture while educating and entertaining viewers.
Mr. Doku also expressed gratitude to the sponsors for their unflinching support.
The 16 contestants ready for this year’s contest include Amoani (Eastern Region), Naa Ahema (Greater Accra Region), Xornam (Volta Region), Owusuwaa (Bono Region) and Takyiwaa (Bono East Region).
Other are Tiwaa (Ahafo Region), Kessewaa (Ashanti Region), Anaba (Upper East Region), Agbang (Upper West Region) and Teiya (Northern Region).
The rest are Yenupang (North East Region), Hariya (Savannah Region), Aiko (Oti Region), Aseiduwaa (Central Region), Nyarkoah (Western Region), and Afrah (Western North Region).
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The prosecution has officially rested its case in The Republic v Solomon Asamoah & Another, the high-profile legal battle commonly referred to as the “Sky Train” case.
The Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai announced the development, praising the state’s team of hard-working prosecutors for successfully anchoring the state’s evidence before the High Court.
The criminal trial centers on the former Chief Executive Officer and the former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF).
The duo stands accused of illegally authorizing and paying out US$2 million to a foreign company without obtaining board directives or other mandatory statutory approvals.
State investigators have confirmed that the disbursed millions cannot be found.
Following the closure of the prosecution’s case, the accused persons moved the court for an opportunity to file a submission of no case.
The presiding judge granted the application, ordering the defense to submit their arguments by June 8.
The outcome of the June 8 filings will decide the fate of the trial:
With this, if the judge finds the defense’s submission convincing, the accused will be acquitted and discharged however, If the judge dismisses the submission, the court will order the accused officials to take the stand and explain why they should not face prison sentences.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammy Awuku, has expressed deep sorrow following the sudden passing of Isaac Batsa, the constituency secretary for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmaker issued a statement on Tuesday reacting to the news, which has shocked the local political community.
Mr.Awuku praised the late NDC secretary for his bipartisan approach to local governance.
He noted that despite their different political affiliations, Batsa consistently rose above party lines to serve the constituency with diligence.
The MP revealed that the news was particularly shocking given that he had last interacted with Batsa just three days prior on Saturday.
Concluding his statement, Sammy Awuku extended his heartfelt condolences to Batsa’s family, the constituency and regional executives, and the entire NDC fraternity, wishing the deceased peaceful eternal rest.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
