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Police arrest suspect in GH¢1.1m fake gold scam at Berekum

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4 weeks ago

August 24, 2026

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The Bono Regional Police Command has arrested a 36 year old man, Gyamfi Christian, over his alleged involvement in a fake gold scam in the Berekum Municipality.

According to the Police, the suspect is part of a group that allegedly sold 110 troy ounces of fake gold to a gold aggregator for GH¢1.1 million in July 2026.

The case was reported by the victim, 29 year old Christopher Awuni, who told the Police that four men presented themselves as gold sellers and sold the gold to him.

The gold was later tested and found to be fake. It has since been kept by the Police as an exhibit.

The Bono Regional Police Command, in a press release signed by its Public Relations Officer, Chief Inspector Thomas Akeelah, stated that Gyamfi Christian was arrested on August 17, 2026, at his hideout in Wamfie in the Dormaa East District.

During interrogation, he allegedly admitted his involvement in the transaction and told investigators that the deal took place at Drobo in the Jaman South Municipality.

He identified three other members of the group as Abraham, alias Frenchman, who is alleged to be the leader, Isaac Antwi and Balthazar. The three are currently wanted by the Police.

Preliminary investigations have further established that the group allegedly defrauded another victim of GH¢1.4 million in Drobo earlier this year.

The suspect is currently in Police custody and is assisting with investigations as efforts continue to arrest the remaining suspects.

The Bono Regional Police Command has urged the public to be cautious when engaging in gold transactions and to report suspicious activities to the Police.

By: Jacob Aggrey

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Over 20 structures levelled at Laboma Beach Resort

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2 days ago

September 19, 2026

WeeklySpectator

Some victims salveging their belongings after the demolitioning exercise at the Laboma Beach Resort Photo Victor A. Buxton (19)

Over 20 structures built within the 50-metre buffer zone of the Kpeshie Lagoon at the Laboma Beach Resort in the La Dade-Kotopon Municipality were on Sunday demolished by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC).

Buildings such as single-unit semi-detached under construction and completed chalets at the resort were pulled down while portions of a newly constructed perimeter wall were also demolished. Read More

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MTN Ghana climaxes 30th anniversary with CEO Invitational golf

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2 days ago

September 19, 2026

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About 120 golfers from clubs across Ghana participated in an 18-hole competition, dubbed ‘MTN 30th Anniversary CEO Invitational Golf Tournament’ held at the Achimota Golf Club on Saturday.

*Frederick Semenu Duvor his receives his prize from Mr Ishmael Yamson*

At the end of the hectic day, Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men’s Group A event with 39 points, while Julienne Afi claimed the Ladies’ Group A title with the same score.

*Kous Lounges Mang receiving the award for the Ladies Group B event*

Yaw Mireku Jnr. won the Men’s Group B with an impressive 45 points, while Kous Louanges Mang took the Ladies’ Group B title with 38 points.

Kofi Mangesi won Men’s Group C with 40 points while Elorm R. Akuash Bonney claimed the Ladies’ version with 42 points.

In the Seniors Division, Jan Vogel emerged winner of the men’s category with 39 gross, while Helen Appah topped the ladies’ category with 44 gross.

Addressing participants, the company’s Board Chairman, Mr Ishmael Yamson, urged the company to approach its next phase with the same resilience, discipline and determination that have defined its success over the past three decades.

He drew a striking parallel between the game of golf and MTN Ghana’s three-decade journey, describing both as long games in which success depends less on one spectacular moment than on consistency, patience, judgment and the ability to recover from setbacks.

He said, golf had taught him a lesson that extended far beyond the fairways, thus, a round cannot be won on the first hole.

*An official of MTN presenting the Ladies Group A winner prize to Juliene Amezrado*

In golfing terms, he said, MTN Ghana had encountered its share of regulatory bunkers, competitive hazards and unexpected storms that had forced the company to pause, reassess and change its approach.