A man involved in a serious Mercedes-Benz crash at Legon, Accra, has reportedly walked away without injuries, prompting him to make a striking comment about vehicle safety.
Images and a video circulating on social media show the heavily damaged Mercedes-Benz after the crash. The front section of the vehicle appears severely damaged, while the windshield and bonnet also sustained significant impact.
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In a statement attributed to the driver following the incident, he said: “Buy a bulletproof car if you have money; it will somersault several times and you’ll wake up solid.”
The comment has attracted attention online, particularly because of the extent of the damage visible on the vehicle compared with the reported condition of the occupant.
Posts circulating on Instagram and Facebook similarly describe the incident as a Mercedes-Benz crash at Legon in which the occupant reportedly escaped without injuries. [oai_citation:0‡Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dcxuhm2MTUb/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
However, the available social media material does not independently establish the exact cause of the crash, the speed of the vehicle, whether the Mercedes-Benz was actually armoured, or whether anyone else was involved.
GhanaMedia.net has also not independently verified the man’s identity or the full circumstances surrounding the accident as of publication.
The incident has nevertheless reignited conversations online about vehicle safety, road awareness and the importance of exercising caution regardless of the type or value of a vehicle.
Road crashes can result in serious injuries even when occupants survive, making responsible driving and adherence to road safety regulations essential.
A video showing two young people described as SHS graduates sharing what appeared to be a private moment at a public spot in Koforidua has sparked reactions online.
The footage, which has circulated on social media, was reportedly recorded at Pizza Man Chicken Man in Koforidua.
According to the social media post accompanying the video, the two had apparently been spending time together when their interaction became more intimate than expected, drawing the attention of someone filming from a distance.
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The footage appears to have been captured through a glass partition, with the individuals partially obscured by reflections and the surrounding restaurant structure.
Video quickly draws online attention
The video was shared on X by a Ghanaian social media user and has since generated reactions from users discussing the circumstances surrounding the encounter.
The accompanying description says the two were at the Koforidua establishment during what appeared to be an ordinary hangout before the situation became a private moment in a public setting.
The exact circumstances surrounding the recording, including what happened immediately before and after the footage, cannot be independently established from the available video.
Privacy concerns emerge
While the footage has attracted significant online attention, the circulation of videos showing private interactions also raises questions about privacy and consent.
GhanaMedia.net will therefore not publish the identities, school affiliations or other personal details of the individuals unless independently confirmed and editorially justified.
The video itself does not provide enough reliable information to establish the identities of those involved.
What the footage shows
The supplied footage shows a restaurant setting with people seated behind a glass partition. In one portion, two figures appear close to each other while another person records from outside the establishment.
Because the footage is short and partially obscured, interpretations beyond what is visibly shown should be treated cautiously.
For now, the story remains a viral social-media development rather than a confirmed account of misconduct by either individual.
GhanaMedia.net will update the report if credible information emerges concerning the identities of the individuals or the circumstances surrounding the incident.
ACCRA, GHANA — The viral video involving Abu Trica’s partner, Queenie, and his close friend Detse is real, but Queenie has rejected claims that the footage proves she was cheating on the embattled businessman.
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The video, which has circulated widely on social media, shows Detse planting a kiss on Queenie’s cheek. The footage quickly triggered speculation among social media users, particularly because of Queenie’s relationship with Abu Trica and his ongoing legal troubles in the United States.
The incident has since pushed Abu Trica back into Ghana’s social media spotlight, with his name reportedly trending heavily on X.
Queenie explains her relationship with Detse
Responding to the growing accusations, Queenie said Detse was not a new acquaintance who entered her life because of Abu Trica.
According to her explanation, she had known Detse and Abu Trica since 2015, and Detse was already among her close friends before she began dating Abu Trica.
She therefore dismissed suggestions that the viral encounter represented a betrayal of her partner.
The controversy has nevertheless generated intense debate online, with some social media users interpreting the affectionate gesture differently.
Abu Trica remains involved in US legal proceedings
The viral relationship controversy comes as Abu Trica, whose real name is Frederick Kumi, continues to face a separate legal matter involving alleged US romance-scam offences.
According to reports based on an unsealed US indictment, Abu Trica has been accused of involvement in a cybercrime syndicate allegedly responsible for defrauding elderly Americans of more than $8 million.
He has denied wrongdoing in that case.
Abu Trica was arrested in Ghana in December 2025 following a joint operation involving Ghanaian security agencies and the US Federal Bureau of Investigation. He subsequently spent months in custody before securing GH¢30 million bail in May 2026.
Queenie has remained publicly supportive of Abu Trica during his legal battle. She was previously seen attending his court proceedings and was also present when he met his bail conditions and reunited with his family.
Viral video sparks fresh relationship debate
The latest controversy is therefore separate from Abu Trica’s criminal case.
While the video itself has circulated widely and the interaction shown in it has been acknowledged in reports, there is no established evidence from the available reporting that Queenie cheated on Abu Trica.
Queenie’s explanation is that her friendship with Detse predates her relationship with Abu Trica, and she has rejected the interpretation that the encounter amounted to infidelity.
The debate continues to attract strong reactions online, with supporters and critics offering competing interpretations of the footage.
For now, the central issue remains Queenie’s denial of the cheating allegations rather than any established finding of infidelity.
Former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has called for the removal of Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor Dr Johnson Asiama from the Board of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), arguing that his position creates a potential conflict of interest.
Dr Amin Adam made the demand at an NPP press briefing on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, as the opposition intensified its scrutiny of the government’s domestic gold-purchasing programme.
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He questioned the appropriateness of the BoG Governor sitting on GoldBod’s board while the central bank is also involved in financing the institution’s gold-purchasing operations.
“You cannot be lending to GoldBod when your own institution, the Bank of Ghana, is making losses from the programme being handled by GoldBod, and still be lending to it,” Dr Amin Adam said.
GH¢133bn financing questioned
A major concern raised by the former Finance Minister is the reported GH¢133 billion advanced through the Bank of Ghana for gold purchases in 2025.
Dr Amin Adam questioned the terms governing the relationship between the two institutions and demanded the publication of the agreement covering the transfer of the funds.
GoldBod, however, has previously explained that its role under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme was primarily to purchase and aggregate gold on behalf of the Bank of Ghana.
GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi said in August that GoldBod had accounted for approximately GH¢133 billion advanced to it for gold purchases in 2025, while the institution did not determine the subsequent selling prices or negotiate the off-take agreements.
Dispute over GoldBod’s GH¢5.45bn surplus
The controversy also centres on GoldBod’s reported GH¢5.45 billion surplus for 2025.
GoldBod’s published financial results showed total revenue of about GH¢5.55 billion and expenditure of GH¢109.38 million, resulting in the reported surplus.
Dr Amin Adam has challenged that presentation, arguing that GH¢4.54 billion of the reported surplus represented government capital injected into GoldBod on December 30, 2025.
He has called for GoldBod’s 2025 accounts to be restated to remove the capital injection from revenue.
GoldBod has separately maintained that its financial performance should not be conflated with losses recorded by the Bank of Ghana under the broader Domestic Gold Purchase Programme. Its CEO has said GoldBod acted as a buying agent and was not responsible for subsequent sales or off-take arrangements.
Questions over reported gold-programme losses
Dr Amin Adam also wants the government to reconcile different figures associated with the programme.
The Bank of Ghana has reported a GH¢9.05 billion net loss, while the IMF has been cited in recent political debate as estimating the broader economic cost of the programme at about GH¢22 billion. GoldBod, meanwhile, reported its own GH¢5.45 billion surplus for 2025.
The former Finance Minister argues that the differences require a comprehensive explanation from the Bank of Ghana, GoldBod and the Ministry of Finance.
He has also demanded disclosure of the identities of foreign buyers, discounts granted and the commercial terms under which Ghana’s gold was sold.
Call for parliamentary inquiry
Dr Amin Adam is backing calls for a full parliamentary inquiry into the gold programme, saying greater disclosure is necessary to establish the true financial outcome and determine whether Ghana received fair value from its gold exports.
The dispute therefore goes beyond the composition of the GoldBod board, with opposition figures demanding greater transparency over the financing, accounting and sale of gold under the programme.
For now, the demand to remove the BoG Governor from the GoldBod board remains a call by Dr Amin Adam and the NPP, rather than an announced government decision.
BRYAN, TEXAS — The family of 23-year-old Alexis Zina Walls is mourning her death after her common-law husband, Brandon Michael Dickerson, admitted to killing her in a shooting that happened in the presence of their young child.
Dickerson, 30, pleaded guilty to murder on February 3, 2026, and was sentenced to 50 years in prison by Judge Kyle Hawthorne in Brazos County, Texas.
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According to police and court documents cited by local media, Dickerson called 911 at about 12:40 a.m. on February 7, 2025, saying he had shot and killed Walls at their home on East 18th Street in Bryan.
Officers who responded found Walls dead from multiple gunshot wounds. Dickerson later told investigators that he had shot her 15 times, claiming he suspected she was cheating on him.
The couple’s 18-month-old son was inside the home when the shooting occurred, although the child was not physically injured. The incident reportedly took place in the bedroom of their young son.
A young mother remembered for her kindness
Walls, who was born on October 9, 2001, was described by the Brazos County District Attorney’s Office as a loving mother, friendly, kind and thoughtful.
Her family reportedly called her a “hurricane” because of her lively personality. Prosecutors said she was bubbly and talkative, while her friends remembered her as someone who welcomed people with open arms.
Her obituary confirms that Alexis Zina Walls was 23 when she died on February 7, 2025, and that her funeral and celebration of life were held in Bryan, Texas.
According to information accompanying the material supplied to GhanaMedia.net, Walls was Ghanaian-American, adding another painful dimension for Ghanaians and members of the Ghanaian-American community following the case.
Son now being raised by her parents
Following Walls’ death, her young son was left without his mother. The Brazos County District Attorney’s Office said the child is being raised by Walls’ parents.
Prosecutors stressed that Walls’ life should not be defined solely by the violent circumstances of her death, but by the person she was and the impact she had on those around her.
Dickerson’s defence attorney said after the guilty plea that his client accepted responsibility for his actions and accepted the punishment imposed by the court.
The case has renewed attention on intimate-partner violence and the devastating consequences that can follow controlling or violent relationships.
For families grieving the loss of a loved one, Walls’ story is ultimately one of a young mother whose life ended far too soon, leaving behind a child and relatives who must now carry her memory forward.
A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communications team, Esther Nana Agyeman, has questioned the public activities and impact of Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, asking what she is doing for Ghana beyond attending social events.
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The question was raised in a graphic shared by Fakye TV’s Day Break programme, dated June 23, 2026, with the provocative wording: “Apart from weddings and funerals, what else is the Vice President, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, doing for Ghana?”
The comment has reignited discussion over the visibility and public performance of Ghana’s first female Vice President since she assumed office alongside President John Dramani Mahama in January 2025.
A political question with a wider debate
Esther Nana Agyeman, identified in the graphic as an NPP communications team member, appears to be challenging the government to demonstrate the Vice President’s measurable contribution to national development.
The remark comes against the backdrop of growing political scrutiny of the Mahama administration, with opposition voices increasingly assessing the performance and visibility of individual members of government.
However, available public records show that Prof. Opoku-Agyemang has undertaken a range of official engagements covering governance, public financial management, traditional leadership, development and economic policy.
In March 2026, for example, the Vice President called for stronger collaboration between government and traditional authorities to accelerate local development during the 25th anniversary celebration of the enstoolment of the Krachiwura in the Oti Region. She also highlighted decentralisation and encouraged young people to take advantage of emerging economic opportunities.
In April, she addressed the 2026 Controller and Accountant-General’s Annual Conference in Koforidua, where she spoke about fiscal discipline, digital transformation, transparency, payroll reforms and efforts to protect public resources.
The Presidency has also documented other engagements by the Vice President, including her advocacy for innovation among university graduates and her calls for stronger investment and professionalism within Africa’s creative industries.
The question of visibility
Despite such engagements, the criticism raises a separate issue: how visible are the Vice President’s activities to ordinary Ghanaians?
For a political office as prominent as the Vice Presidency, public perception is shaped not only by official programmes and speeches but also by how effectively those activities are communicated and connected to everyday concerns.
The question posed by Agyeman therefore goes beyond whether the Vice President has been active. It invites debate over whether her work is sufficiently visible, measurable and impactful to the Ghanaian public.
It also reflects the highly partisan nature of political communication, particularly as the government approaches important stages of its mandate.
Ghana’s first female Vice President
Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang made history when she became Ghana’s first female Vice President after being sworn into office on January 7, 2025.
Her position has consequently attracted considerable public interest, with supporters highlighting the historic significance of her appointment and critics demanding tangible evidence of impact.
The latest criticism from an NPP communicator adds another voice to that continuing conversation.
Ultimately, the question of what the Vice President is doing for Ghana will likely remain a subject of political debate, with supporters pointing to her official engagements and policy responsibilities while opponents continue to demand more visible results.
GhanaMedia.net will continue to track the Vice President’s official activities and the political debate surrounding her performance.
A Ghanaian woman has raised concerns after claiming that her business phone, containing an MTN SIM card linked to more than GH¢100,000 in mobile money, was stolen and that she subsequently faced difficulties replacing the SIM.
According to the woman, thieves stole her business phone, which contained the MTN SIM card with the funds in her MoMo account.
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She said she reported the matter to the police and later visited MTN to request a replacement SIM card.
However, according to her account, MTN officials asked her to provide her business certificate from Accra before the replacement could be processed, despite her having her Ghana Card and a police report.
The woman has expressed frustration over the requirement, particularly given the urgency of securing a SIM card connected to a substantial amount of mobile money.
Woman raises concerns over SIM replacement process
The incident has generated discussion about the procedures customers must follow when replacing SIM cards connected to business accounts, particularly in situations involving theft.
The woman’s account also raises questions about how customers can quickly protect funds and regain control of mobile money accounts when a phone or SIM card is stolen.
For customers who lose phones containing mobile money accounts, immediate reporting and appropriate account-security measures remain important to prevent unauthorised transactions.
MTN response awaited
The claims contained in the circulating report represent the woman’s account of what happened. GhanaMedia.net has not independently established MTN’s position on the specific incident at the time of publication.
MTN Ghana has not been quoted in the material provided to GhanaMedia.net regarding the woman’s allegation.
GhanaMedia.net will follow the matter and update this report should MTN provide clarification concerning the SIM replacement requirements and the circumstances surrounding the woman’s case.
Editor’s Note: This report presents allegations made by the customer and does not imply wrongdoing by MTN. The company has not been given a position in the supplied material, and its response will be included if and when it becomes available.
Ghanaian gospel musician Florence Obinim has reportedly taken steps to end her more than two-decade marriage to televangelist Bishop Daniel Obinim, amid renewed attention to tensions surrounding the couple.
Reports emerging on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, claim that Florence Obinim’s family has returned her “Tiri Nsa”, a traditional Ghanaian marriage token associated with a woman’s formal intention to end a marriage.
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The development was first brought into the public spotlight by Ghanaian media personality and blogger Ola Michael, who reportedly shared the claim in a video on Facebook. Both YEN.com.gh and Legit.ng have since reported on the development, citing Ola Michael’s account and an unnamed family source.
According to the reports, what has particularly drawn attention is the alleged response from Bishop Obinim’s family. The family is said to have accepted the returned token rather than rejecting it.
What is ‘Tiri Nsa’?
In traditional Ghanaian marriage customs, the return of a marriage-related token can be used to formally communicate an intention to end the relationship.
In this case, the reported return of Florence Obinim’s Tiri Nsa has sparked speculation that the couple’s marriage may be heading towards a formal separation.
However, there has been no publicly verified statement from Florence Obinim or Bishop Daniel Obinim confirming that their marriage has legally ended. The claims currently circulating are based on reports attributed to Ola Michael and an unnamed family source.
A marriage spanning more than two decades
Florence and Bishop Obinim have been married for reportedly 22 years and have three children together. The couple have also been prominent figures in Ghana’s charismatic Christian community, with Florence known for her gospel music and her involvement in her husband’s ministry.
The reported development comes after a period in which the couple had been the subject of public attention over tensions and exchanges surrounding their relationship.
Their subsequent relative silence had led some observers to believe the situation had eased, but the latest reports have reignited questions about the state of their marriage.
For now, the reported return of the Tiri Nsa remains the central development, with further confirmation from the couple or their families expected to clarify whether the traditional step will result in a formal divorce.
DORiSA Consult will host the second edition of its Monthly Business Advocacy Forum & Counseling Series on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, with a focus on helping businesses build stronger teams, systems and leadership structures for sustainable growth.
The live online forum, scheduled for 7:00 PM GMT via Google Meet, will be held under the theme “Building Teams That Last: HR, Systems & Delegation for Sustainable Growth.”
The session will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, students and professionals for practical discussions on human resource management, delegation, governance, leadership and organisational systems.
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The organisers say the forum is designed to address a major challenge facing many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana: the transition from founder-driven operations to systems-driven businesses capable of sustainable growth.
Experts to lead discussions
The forum will be hosted by Dr. Doris Aryee, an HR Practitioner, Business Advisor and Lead Consultant at DORiSA Consult.
Speakers for the second edition include:
Mr. Casely Ato Coleman, Senior Fellow at IMANI Africa and Global HR Expert, who will speak on HR systems that drive performance.
Mr. Benjamin Akyena Brantuo, Government Relations Specialist at International Justice Mission, who will address governance and stakeholder relations for growth.
Dr. Nancy Erskine-Sackey, Lecturer in Marketing & Entrepreneurship at KAAF University, who will focus on people and market alignment.
Dr. Samuel Kodzo Senyoh, Certified Leadership Coach and Management Consultant, who will discuss leadership and effective delegation.
Dr. Cynthia Sena Kpeglo-Freiku, Executive Secretary of Vice Chancellors Ghana, who will speak on institutional leadership and sustainability.
According to the organisers, the session will be practical, interactive and counseling-focused, allowing business owners and professionals to identify team-related challenges and develop systems suited to the Ghanaian business environment.
Telecel Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of its annual Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SME) Month, with a renewed focus on helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses, adopt digital solutions and achieve sustainable growth.
Led by Telecel Business under the theme “Connect to Growth: Unlock More,” the month-long campaign will take practical business support, skills development, digital tools, market access and networking opportunities to SMEs across Ghana.
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Speaking at the launch, Acting Director of Enterprise Business at Telecel Ghana, Nii Lartey, said this year’s programme was deliberately designed to move beyond starting businesses towards helping them grow and remain sustainable.
“Starting a business is one thing, but growing, sustaining and turning it into a thriving business is where the struggle lies for many SMEs,” Mr. Lartey said.
He said Telecel Business had developed practical tools, knowledge, systems, connections and opportunities to help emerging businesses “level up.”
According to the Ghana Statistical Service, Ghana had more than 2.6 million business establishments as of March 2026, with about 92 percent operating as informal micro businesses.
Telecel Ghana believes the figures highlight the need to support more businesses to transition from small and informal operations into sustainable and scalable enterprises.
Telecel, GEA partner on Train-to-Scale initiative
As part of the SME Month activities, Telecel Ghana is partnering with the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA) on a Train-to-Scale initiative.
The free regional training programme will provide selected SME owners with practical training in business skills, mentorship, content creation and Telecel Cash Merchant operations.
Speaking at the launch, Head of MSME Development Directorate at GEA, Habiba Sumani, said digital inclusion was critical to achieving inclusive economic growth.
“When entrepreneurs can access reliable connectivity and understand how to use digital tools effectively, they are better able to reach customers, lower transaction costs, access information, build professional networks and participate more meaningfully in local and global markets,” she said.
She commended Telecel for recognising the important role SMEs play in Ghana’s development.
CEOs Unscripted to spotlight business realities
A major highlight of this year’s programme will be The CEOs Unscripted with Delay, an interactive conversation featuring founders of thriving businesses.
The session will explore the realities of building and scaling businesses, including mistakes, setbacks, technology choices and growth strategies.
Telecel said the initiative is intended to give entrepreneurs practical insights from business leaders who have experienced the challenges of growing successful enterprises.
SME Month expands beyond Accra
This year’s SME Month will also extend beyond Accra through the Telecel Business Runway, which will bring together existing SMEs, start-ups, financial advisers and investors in the Western Region.
The initiative is expected to create opportunities for entrepreneurs to build connections, access knowledge and explore potential avenues for growth and investment.
The Boss Plan takes centre stage
The 2026 SME Month is being championed by The Boss Plan, Telecel Business’ flagship product for SMEs.
According to Head of SME at Telecel Ghana, Alfred Neizer, the product is designed to support the digital transformation of businesses through high-volume, non-expiry data and voice bundles, alongside a built-in customer outreach and SMS marketing tool.
“As businesses grow, they need more data, better communication and simple ways to stay connected to their customers. The Boss Plan gives SMEs all three in one solution,” Mr. Neizer said.
He said Telecel’s objective was for entrepreneurs to adopt digital solutions, build valuable connections, access opportunities and improve the way they operate.
The 2026 SME Month builds on previous editions of Telecel’s SME-focused programmes, which have evolved to include capacity building, women-focused entrepreneurship, youth entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence training, business showcases, networking and digital business solutions.
SMEs across Ghana can sign up for the Boss Plan through the Telecel Play App or by dialing *5959#.
