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 In addition to the prison sentence, the public figure was fined KSh 28 million for his crimes Baltasar Ebang Engonga, a senior government official from Equatorial Guinea, has been sentenced to eight years in prison after being convicted of embezzlement. Why was Baltasar Engonga sentenced to jail? The court's decision, handed down on Wednesday, August 27, marked the end of an investigation into his involvement in diverting state funds meant for professional travel expenses. Engonga, who is also known by the nickname Bello, has been at the centre of a high-profile scandal that has rocked the country and its government. Baltasar Engonga's sex tapes Engonga went viral in November 2024 after a series of sex tapes featuring him and several married women were leaked online. Some of these disturbing videos were reportedly filmed in his office at the Ministry of Finance. The release of the tapes sparked a social media frenzy, leading to a wave of online parodies and memes. Many users t...

 Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale has been granted bail of GHC10 million following questioning by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) over the purchase of a luxury vehicle. The musician, who presented himself to EOCO late on Wednesday, was detained overnight while his lawyers worked to meet the bail conditions, which include two sureties. “They want to give him bail of 10 million cedis with two sureties and I can promise you that management and legal officers are working it out,” said Samuel Atuobi Baah, a member of Shatta Wale’s management team. EOCO had earlier suggested that a vehicle in the singer’s possession was linked to criminal proceeds. But Mr Baah insisted investigators had cleared him of those suspicions. READ ALSO: Africa wants new map to represent continent’s impact on the world “After interrogation it came out that Shatta is not involved in money laundering as being put out there — those are lies, total falsehood,” he said. “I am sure EOCO has issues ...

Ghanaian fast and rising star Muniru Inusah (born 1985 ), known by the stage name Abuga 1, is a Ghanaian singer and musician from The Upper West Region of Ghana. He is best known for his single "Darling Darling".  He won an award for the Highlife artist of the year at the 20205 Classic Award's. The award winning from the Sisala land of Upper West Region "Abuga 1" have so many achievements from the Ghanaian music industry. Talented singer Abuga 1, the rising star from Upper West Region Tumu released his latest single ''Forgive Me". The track is a soulful declaration of forgivenes. Abuga 1 made this powerful song in collaboration with Arab Money one of the finest rapper from Upper West Region of Ghana. Arab Money came in with a fantastic verse to make "Forgive Me" a complete song. Forgive Me was produced by the skillful producer Apaco. Abuga 1 ft Arab Money-Forgive Me The Fantastic singer Abuga 1 have a fabulous Album in titled, Hope. Click ...

  African Union urges adoption of world map showing continent’s true size Reuters— The African Union has backed a campaign to end the use by governments and international organizations of the 16th-century Mercator map of the world in favor of one that more accurately displays Africa’s size. Created by cartographer Gerardus Mercator for navigation, the projection distorts continent sizes, enlarging areas near the poles like North America and Greenland while shrinking Africa and South America. “It might seem to be just a map, but in reality, it is not,” AU Commission deputy chairperson Selma Malika Haddadi told Reuters, saying the Mercator fostered a false impression that Africa was “marginal,” despite being the world’s second-largest continent by area, with over a billion people. The AU has 55 member states. Such stereotypes influence media, education and policy, she said. Criticism of the Mercator map is not new, but the ‘Correct The Map’ campaign led by advocacy groups Africa No F...

A Ghanaian man of God named Prophet Razak has bragged that he can resurrect the helicopter crash victims. It is no news to Ghanaians that today, August 14 was slated for the state burial of the victims. Among the numerous mourners was one self-acclaimed man of God, dressed in a white cloth even though Ghanaians are in a state of melancholy. READ ALSO: Bolgatanga Technical Institute shut down over violent student unrest Prophet Razak who was present to mourn with the family stated that he has the power to resurrect the 8 victims who bought their tickets to the land of silence. Prophet Razak claims that even though the victims got burnt, he still has the power to resurrect them.                                        GhanaTrends.Rako.com

  The Bolgatanga Technical Institute (BOTECH) has been closed indefinitely after a violent student riot left parts of the school in flames. The disturbances began late on Thursday, August 14, and continued into the early hours of Friday, August 15, resulting in the destruction of the school’s library and the senior housemaster’s office. The cause of the unrest remains unknown, as both the police and school authorities have yet to issue an official statement. Education officials ordered the closure to safeguard students, staff, and school property while investigations are carried out. The full extent of the damage to the affected buildings has not yet been determined, but no injuries were reported.                          GhanaTrends.Rako.com

  Carlblingx - Preach - prod. by Fasetwo Carlblingx is back again with another potential smash hit single called "Preach" Carlblingx from the Jogobu Empire is one of the finest, famous and street owner from the Upper East Region of Ghana.  The Ghanaian rising star, Carlblingx just released a brand new masterpiece "Preach". This latest release is set to make waves in the music scene. In this blog post, we will delve into the details of this captivating track and explore why it deserves a spot in your playlist. "Preach” is a rap masterpiece that combines Carlblingx’s unique style mesmerizing vocals. The track opens with an infectious beat, instantly drawing listeners in and setting the stage for a memorable musical journey. Carlblingx showcase his lyrical prowess and effortlessly blend his voices, creating a rap fusion that resonates with the audience.  "Preach” is a testament to the creative prowess of Carlblingx and Fasetwo. With its captivating raps, thou...

 The young talented Ghanaian queen and a crown winner of Miss Yooyili 25, BUBAH is representing North East Region of Ghana in the GMB 25. Bubah is a student of C.K Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences (CKT-UTAS) a student of School of Public Health. The young talented Ghanaian queen "Bubah" is  creative and has a unique skills when it comes to stage performance. Bubah voiced out that she's down with votes and really need to make it up to support her talent in the competition. Crown winner of Miss Yooyili 25 "Bubah" is seeking for support to keep her in the GMB 25 competition. She added that, she can't do it alone without your support. Bubah is pleading to all families, friends and love once to support her with the little of votes they can. "I really need your votes to keep me in the competition" said by Bubah. *713*13# is the short code to vote. Enjoy Bubah's performance today by clicking on the link below. https://youtu.be/3BF1I...

 The plane took of from Nairobi's Wilson airport on Thursday afternoon. SIX people have died after a medical light aircraft crashed into a residential area in Kenya. Debris was seen strewn over the scene of the horrifying tragedy as mourners flocked to the scene. Local police commander Anthony Keter told The Standard newspaper the horror incident happened near Morendat Farm on the northeastern side of Lake Naivasha. Kenya Red Cross teams have been deployed to the site. "We are now looking for bodies in the wreckage. "So far we have recovered four bodies," a Red Cross worker at the scene said. The plane reportedly crashed into a building before bursting into flames, according to reports. "We have lost four people, including the pilot... it was all fatal," said Kiambu County commissioner Henry Wafula. "The house that it landed on... two people again also died," he said, and two people on the ground were "seriously injured". Pictures from t...