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Watchman foils attempt to steal 3-year-old girl
Two dreadlocked men were chased away at Kaneshie on Sunday at about 2:00 am when they sneaked into a mosquito net to steal a three-year-old child.
The child is said to have been sleeping on one of the verandahs of a house near the Kaneshie Market Complex with her mother and other hawkers who also occupy the place in the night.
An eye witness account has it that the little girl upon seeing these two “nocturnal rastamen” stealthily approaching the mosquito net under which they were sleeping, decided to cry but the mother and those around were fast asleep and did not know what was going on.
The source said that when the two persons grabbed the little girl and were taking her away , an old man believed to be a watchman appeared on the scene and questioned the two suspicious characters at the top of his voice to know where they were going with the child at that ungodly hour.
According to the source, the voice of the watchman then woke the people around from sleep to see what was, indeed, happening.
For fear of arrest and possible lynching, the two persons were said to have left the little girl and managed to escape on a motorbike which was parked not far from the area of crime when they were chased by a mob.
All attempt to reach the mother of ‘victim’ at the time of filing this report did not materialise because they have relocated to an unknown location within the national capital, Accra without reporting the matter at the Kaneshie Police Station.
By Castro Zangina-Tong
Ghanaian cinema continues to break boundaries as Vibes The Movie has received an official nomination at the prestigious Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) in Toronto.
This latest international recognition is another proud moment for Ghana and a powerful testament to the creativity, originality, and global appeal of Ghanaian storytelling.
Directed by Big Ghun and starring Jeffrey Nortey, Vibes The Movie evolved from the hugely successful social media series, where the beloved characters Obolo Tui and Lil Pui captured the hearts of millions with their unique blend of rap, comedy, and relatable stories about the everyday struggles and ambitions of Ghanaian youth.
The film has already brought honour to Ghana on the international stage, most recently winning an Outstanding Achievement Award at the American Motion Pictures Festival in the United States.
The Chronicle noted that the film was recognized for its originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling impact among a competitive pool of global entries.
Now, with a nomination at TINFF in Canada, Vibes The Movie continues its remarkable journey from the streets of Accra to some of the world’s most respected film platforms.
The nomination underscores the growing global appreciation for authentic African stories and confirms that Ghanaian filmmakers are making a significant mark in international cinema.
As Vibes The Movie flies the Black Star high in Toronto, Ghana celebrates yet another cultural achievement that showcases the country’s talent, resilience, and storytelling excellence to the world
A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has broken silence on the deep-seated internal machinations within the party, warning that the continuous victimization of members could severely jeopardize unity ahead of the general elections.
In a post on the party’s internal democratic processes, the former National Entrpreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) boss, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah revealed how personal ambitions were stifled by party elites in the Asante Akyem Central constituency, despite overwhelming grassroots support.
According to the aggrieved party member, the decision to run for the parliamentary seat was not a self-serving agenda but a direct response to a call to service by the local constituents.
“My Asante Akyem Central people loved my politics and approached me to come and serve them as MP,” he stated.
He added that “But my own party elders blocked me and supported the incumbent MP to cheat through the system as if I was an outsider.”
The unfair playing field he revealed led to a massive financial distress. The stalwart disclosed incurring massive debts across two consecutive primary election cycles, alongside other personal challenges.
Despite the systemic sabotage, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah noted that he remained loyal, continuously defending both the NPP party and the government’s policies at all levels.
“Seeing what’s going on in the current polling station elections in several constituencies, it seems not much has changed,” he warned.
“The victimization of those who want to challenge current or former MPs should stop,” he stated.
With the general elections approaching, he cautioned,”You don’t treat party people anyhow and expect unconditional unity for the general elections.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
