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Police Arrest and Interdict Officer Over Death of Central University Law Student Ivan Baidoo

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The Ghana Police Service has identified, arrested and interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng following investigations into the death of Central University law student Ivan Baidoo on the Tema Motorway.

Police said the Homicide Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) is investigating the circumstances surrounding Baidoo’s death, while the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) is examining the conduct of the officer.

What Happened to Ivan Baidoo?

Ivan Baidoo died after a motorbike crash on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026.

According to a petition filed by his family, Baidoo was travelling as a pillion passenger on a YANGO-operated motorcycle when the incident occurred.

The motorcycle rider reportedly told investigators that a police officer riding another motorcycle pursued them from the UPSA-Legon area towards the Tema Motorway.

The rider alleged that the police officer eventually caught up with the motorcycle and struck it from behind, causing the rider and Baidoo to fall onto the road.

Baidoo suffered serious injuries and later died.

Police Officer Identified as Robert Koranteng

Following preliminary investigations and the circulation of video footage concerning the incident, the Ghana Police Service identified the officer as General Corporal Robert Koranteng.

The Police subsequently arrested and interdicted him in connection with the case.

According to the Police, Koranteng is currently in custody while investigations continue.

CID and Professional Standards Investigations Underway

The Ghana Police Service said its Homicide Unit of the CID is intensifying efforts to establish the full circumstances surrounding Baidoo’s death.

At the same time, the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) has been tasked with investigating the conduct of General Corporal Koranteng.

The two investigations are expected to determine what happened during the alleged pursuit and whether the officer’s conduct complied with Ghana Police Service professional standards and regulations.

Family Had Petitioned CID

Before the officer was identified and interdicted, Baidoo’s family had petitioned the CID for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

The family raised questions concerning the exact circumstances of the crash, the identity of the police personnel allegedly involved, available road-camera footage and other unanswered issues surrounding the incident.

The family had also appealed to the public for information and announced a GH¢50,000 reward for credible information that could help establish what happened.

Age Discrepancy in Reports

There are conflicting reports regarding Baidoo’s age. Several reports following the latest Police statement describe him as 23 years old, while earlier reports based on the family’s petition described him as 20.

GhanaMedia therefore avoids presenting either figure as definitive until the discrepancy is resolved.

Police Investigation Continues

The Police have urged the public to allow the investigative process to take its course and said appropriate action will be taken based on the outcome of the investigations.

It is important to distinguish between an arrest or interdiction and a finding of criminal responsibility. General Corporal Robert Koranteng has not been convicted in connection with Baidoo’s death, and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation.

GhanaMedia Verification

VERIFIED — POLICE ACTION CONFIRMED; CIRCUMSTANCES UNDER INVESTIGATION.

  • Ivan Baidoo’s death: Confirmed.
  • Central University law student: Confirmed.
  • Tema Motorway incident: Confirmed.
  • General Corporal Robert Koranteng identified: Confirmed.
  • Arrest and interdiction: Confirmed.
  • CID investigation: Confirmed.
  • PPSB investigation: Confirmed.
  • Exact circumstances of the crash: Still under investigation.

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Mother Arrested in Anambra Over Alleged Sexual Exploitation of Minor

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Authorities in Anambra State, Nigeria, have arrested a 36-year-old woman following a viral video that allegedly showed the sexual exploitation of a minor.

The Anambra State Police Command confirmed the arrest after investigators acted on information and open-source intelligence relating to the disturbing footage circulating online.

Woman Arrested in Onitsha

According to the police, operatives arrested the woman, identified in reports as Anulika Onyeanusia, in Onitsha on September 10, 2026.

The command said the investigation concerns allegations involving the sexual exploitation of a child and the production of inappropriate online material.

Police also rescued four children during the operation, aged two, three, six and nine, respectively. Items described as relevant to the investigation were also recovered.

Husband Questioned by Police

The police confirmed that the suspect’s husband is also being questioned as investigators work to establish whether other people were connected to the alleged offence.

The command said the woman remains in police custody while investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the allegations and the possible involvement of other persons.

Children Placed Under Protection

Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, described the allegations as deeply disturbing and unacceptable, particularly because they involve children who are unable to protect themselves.

He directed investigators to conduct a thorough and professional investigation while ensuring that the rescued children receive appropriate care and protection.

The police also stressed that the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the children remain a priority. Their identities and privacy are expected to be protected throughout the investigation.

What GhanaMedia Has Verified

  • Police arrest: Confirmed by the Anambra State Police Command.
  • Location: Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria.
  • Children rescued: Four, aged two, three, six and nine.
  • Husband questioned: Confirmed by police.
  • Investigation: Ongoing.
  • Conviction: No conviction has been reported.

GhanaMedia Verification Verdict

VERIFIED REPORT — ARREST CONFIRMED, ALLEGATIONS UNDER INVESTIGATION.

The arrest and rescue operation have been independently reported by multiple Nigerian news organisations based on information from the Anambra State Police Command. However, the allegations against the suspect remain subject to investigation and should not be presented as a court-established conviction.

GhanaMedia will also not publish or link to alleged explicit material involving a child.

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Police Rescue 30-Year-Old Man Allegedly Kidnapped at Assin Fosu

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The Central North Regional Police Command has rescued 30-year-old Bismark Amoh, who was allegedly kidnapped at Assin Fosu in Ghana’s Central Region.

Amoh was reportedly abducted on Sunday, September 6, 2026, and was held captive for several days before police secured his rescue. He is currently receiving medical attention.

According to information gathered by the Ghana News Agency and reports from the police, the alleged kidnappers initially demanded GH¢45,000 from Amoh’s family and gave them a 24-hour deadline.

The family reportedly mobilised GH¢19,500, which was sent to the suspects. However, the payment allegedly did not result in Amoh’s release.

The suspects subsequently demanded an additional GH¢30,500, bringing the reported total ransom demand to GH¢49,500.

Disturbing recordings sent to family

The case drew urgent attention after the alleged kidnappers reportedly used Amoh’s own mobile phone to communicate with his family through WhatsApp.

Reports indicate that audio and video recordings sent to relatives showed Amoh restrained and subjected to physical abuse while pleading with his family to secure his release.

GhanaMedia.net will not unnecessarily reproduce graphic footage associated with the case.

Police rescue victim

A joint operation involving the Criminal Investigations Department and the Central North Police Command subsequently led to Amoh’s rescue.

The Ghana News Agency reported that he was rescued in the Ashanti Region and taken for medical treatment.

At the time of the latest reports, no arrests had been announced. Police said investigations were continuing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged abduction and identify the persons responsible.

Ransom figure clarified

Some early reports described the final ransom demand as GH¢50,000. However, reports from MyJoyOnline and other outlets give the figure as GH¢49,500, calculated from the initial GH¢45,000 demand and the subsequent GH¢30,500 demand after GH¢19,500 had already been paid.

GhanaMedia.net therefore uses GH¢49,500 for accuracy while attributing the figure to reports based on police and GNA information.

GhanaMedia Verification

VERIFIED — POLICE RESCUE CONFIRMED.

The alleged abduction, the identity of the victim, the police rescue and his subsequent medical treatment have been independently reported by multiple Ghanaian media organisations.

However, the identities of the suspected kidnappers, their exact motive and the full circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation.

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Viral ‘Slave Trade in Libya 2026’ Video Sparks Outrage — What We Know

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Daniel Jeddman
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A disturbing video circulating online has been presented as evidence that Black Africans are being sold as slaves in Libya in 2026. GhanaMedia.net examined the claim and found that the broader crisis is real, but the specific viral footage has not been independently established as new 2026 slave-auction footage.

The material shows Black migrants crowded behind metal barriers, while another clip shows migrants being moved through a crowded area. Social-media captions describe the footage as “Slave trade in Libya 2026.”

However, the date, location and precise circumstances surrounding the footage have not been independently established.

UN confirms severe migrant abuses in Libya

The viral claim comes against the backdrop of a genuine and well-documented humanitarian crisis.

In February 2026, the UN Human Rights Office and the UN Support Mission in Libya reported that migrants, refugees and asylum seekers had been subjected to systematic abuses including slavery, forced labour, sexual violence, torture, ransom and extortion.

The UN report covered abuses between January 2024 and December 2025 and described trafficking networks operating in Libya, sometimes with links to Libyan authorities and criminal networks abroad.

What about the slave auctions?

There is documented evidence that African migrants were sold at slave auctions in Libya.

In 2017, CNN conducted a months-long investigation after receiving footage showing African migrants being auctioned. CNN later authenticated the material, filmed additional auctions and provided evidence to Libyan authorities.

Those revelations triggered international outrage and renewed attention on the exploitation of migrants travelling through Libya.

However, older footage should not automatically be described as footage from 2026. Similar claims have repeatedly circulated online with old or inadequately sourced images and videos.

The “Arab invaders” claim

The viral caption also describes the alleged perpetrators as “Arab invaders.” GhanaMedia.net cannot substantiate that characterization.

International investigations have documented criminal trafficking networks, armed groups and alleged involvement by some state-linked actors. That evidence does not justify attributing criminal conduct collectively to Arabs or Libyans as an ethnic or national group.

GhanaMedia Verification

PARTLY VERIFIED — CONTEXT REQUIRED.

The existence of severe trafficking, forced labour, slavery and other abuses against migrants in Libya is independently documented. However, the specific viral footage supplied to GhanaMedia.net has not been independently authenticated as a newly recorded 2026 slave auction.

The responsible formulation is therefore: Libya continues to face serious and documented migrant trafficking and slavery-related abuses, while the specific viral video requires further verification before being presented as evidence of a 2026 slave market.

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Gospel Legend Bernice Offei Dies at 63

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Veteran Ghanaian gospel musician Bernice Offei has died at the age of 63, with multiple Ghanaian media outlets reporting her passing on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

The news was announced by fellow gospel musician Nii Noi, while gospel music producer Kwesi Ernest also confirmed the death in a separate social-media post.

Bernice Offei was one of Ghana’s recognised gospel music voices, with a career spanning several decades. She was known for songs including Life Is Short, Hold On and Kaa She Gbeyei.

Her contribution to Ghanaian gospel music earned her major recognition at the 2009 Ghana Music Awards, where she won Best Female Vocal Performance and Songwriter of the Year.

Her death comes just days after she was reported missing in Accra on September 1, 2026. The disappearance triggered a public search involving members of Ghana’s gospel music community. She was later reported to have been found safe.

However, the circumstances surrounding her death and any possible connection to her earlier disappearance have not been established in the reports reviewed by GhanaMedia.net.

GhanaMedia.net verification: The death has been reported by multiple established Ghanaian news organisations and was separately confirmed by individuals within the gospel music community. GhanaMedia.net has therefore classified the death report as verified. No cause of death should be published as fact unless confirmed by the family, representatives or another competent authority.

Bernice Offei leaves behind a lasting musical legacy and remains remembered for her contribution to Ghanaian gospel music.

She was 63.

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21-Year-Old Woman Charged With Murder of Friend and Aggravated Robbery in Uganda

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Patricia Rose Turindwamukama, 21, has been charged with the alleged murder of her friend and roommate, 22-year-old Jovia Namuwulya, and aggravated robbery in Kampala.

Turindwamukama appeared before Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate Nicholas Aisu at the City Hall Court on September 7, 2026, where she was charged alongside an alleged accomplice who remains at large.

According to the prosecution, the alleged offences occurred on the night of August 20, 2026, in Mukalazi Zone, Bukoto I Parish, Nakawa Division.

Namuwulya, who worked as a waitress and was also a TikTok content creator, was reportedly found dead in her rented room after relatives became concerned when she stopped responding to their calls.

Police reportedly discovered bloodstains inside the room before finding Namuwulya’s body. Investigators subsequently arrested Turindwamukama on August 24, four days after the alleged killing.

Prosecution alleges that Turindwamukama and another person robbed Namuwulya of several possessions, including an iPhone 12 Pro Max, a bag, clothing and a passport. A knife was allegedly used during the robbery.

Turindwamukama did not enter a plea because murder and aggravated robbery are capital offences outside the jurisdiction of the magistrates’ court.

The magistrate advised her that she could seek bail from the High Court. She was subsequently remanded to Luzira Prison until September 22, 2026, for further mention of the case.

Police have said investigations are continuing. They also alleged that Turindwamukama had applied for an Iraqi visa on August 21, one day after the alleged killing.

GhanaMedia.net’s verification: The court appearance, charges and remand are independently reported by Ugandan news outlets. However, the allegations have not been proven in court. Turindwamukama remains presumed innocent unless and until she is found guilty by a competent court.

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Police Officer and Driver Clash Over Physical Licence on Kanda Highway

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Daniel Jeddman
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A video circulating online appears to show a disagreement between a police officer and a motorist along the Psychiatric Hospital–Kanda Highway over the production of a physical driving licence.

According to the account accompanying the video, the driver declined to hand over his physical licence, arguing that motorists had been advised to provide their licence code instead.

The account further alleges that the disagreement escalated after the officer attempted to take the driver’s car keys.

What Ghana’s Police Service Says About Driving Licences

The Ghana Police Service’s official TraffiTech-GH guidance confirms that motorists are not required to carry their physical driving licence while driving.

The police say drivers can instead remember their licence number or write it on a card and provide the number to an officer when requested.

The TraffiTech-GH system is linked to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) database, allowing officers to verify licence information electronically.

Read the Ghana Police Service’s TraffiTech-GH guidance.

Digital Traffic Enforcement

The development comes as Ghana moves towards greater use of digital traffic enforcement.

Recent reports indicate that the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) is deploying cameras, handheld devices, in-vehicle cameras and other technologies to identify traffic offences.

The new system is intended to reduce the need for officers to conduct manual roadside checks for offences covered by the digital enforcement system.

Was the Officer Wrong?

That question cannot be conclusively answered from the circulating footage alone.

While the Ghana Police Service’s TraffiTech-GH guidance confirms that motorists do not need to carry the physical licence, Ghana’s road-traffic laws also give police officers powers to require the production of driving licences in specified circumstances.

GhanaMedia.net therefore cannot conclude from the video alone that the officer acted unlawfully or that the dispute was caused exclusively by the driver’s refusal to surrender his physical licence.

GhanaMedia Verification

PARTLY VERIFIED — INCIDENT NOT INDEPENDENTLY CONFIRMED.

The official Ghana Police Service guidance confirming that motorists can provide their licence number instead of carrying the physical licence has been independently verified.

However, GhanaMedia.net has not located an independent police statement or credible news report confirming the specific confrontation shown in the circulating video or establishing exactly what led to the dispute.

Until the Ghana Police Service or another authoritative source provides further information, the specific allegations surrounding the encounter should be treated as reported claims rather than established facts.

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Nigerian Family in Ghana Flaunts NHIS Cards After Enrolment

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Daniel Jeddman
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A video circulating on social media shows people described as a Nigerian family in Ghana celebrating after obtaining National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) cards.

The video was posted by ASK Ghana with the caption: “A Nigerian family in Ghana happily flaunts their NHIS cards after acquiring them.” The post has since attracted significant engagement online.

However, while the social-media post and video are authentic, GhanaMedia.net could not independently establish the identities or nationality of the individuals shown in the footage.

Can foreigners obtain health insurance in Ghana?

Yes. Ghana’s National Health Insurance Act, 2012 (Act 852), states that the objective of the National Health Insurance Authority includes achieving universal health-insurance coverage for people resident in Ghana as well as people who are not resident in Ghana but are visiting the country.

The Ministry of Health provides information on the mandate of the National Health Insurance Authority.

The Ministry of Health and the National Health Insurance Authority also launched a National Non-Resident Visitors Health Insurance Policy in February 2024. The policy was intended to promote health-insurance coverage for non-resident visitors to Ghana.

There is also recent evidence that migrant communities in Ghana are being considered in efforts to expand NHIS access. A September 2026 study on migrant workers in the Wa Municipality recommended targeted NHIS registration and renewal drives for migrant communities.

Important distinction

The existence of mechanisms allowing foreigners or visitors to access health-insurance coverage does not automatically prove that every foreign national in Ghana qualifies for the same NHIS benefits or receives them for free.

In June 2024, the Ministry of Health cautioned that a proposed mandatory health-insurance policy for non-Ghanaian visitors had not been approved as government policy at that time.

Therefore, the viral video should not be presented as evidence that “Ghana gives free NHIS cards to Nigerians” or that Nigerians automatically qualify for free Ghanaian health insurance.

What GhanaMedia.net Can Confirm

The video is genuinely circulating from ASK Ghana, and Ghana’s health-insurance framework does provide for coverage involving non-Ghanaian residents and visitors.

However, the specific nationality and circumstances of the individuals shown in the video cannot be independently confirmed from the footage alone.

GhanaMedia Verification

PARTLY VERIFIED — CONTEXT REQUIRED.

The broader claim that foreigners can access health-insurance arrangements in Ghana is supported by Ghanaian law and official health-policy information. The specific claim that the people shown are a Nigerian family who obtained the cards, however, remains based on the originating social-media post and has not been independently established by GhanaMedia.net.

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Ghana Prison Service Assistants Begin Refresher Training Ahead of Mainstream Absorption

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Prison Service Assistants (PSAs) have begun refresher training at the Prison Officers Training School as preparations continue toward their potential absorption into the mainstream Ghana Prisons Service.

The development marks another stage in the programme established to engage young Ghanaians as Prison Service Assistants and provide additional personnel support to the Ghana Prisons Service.

According to reports, the assistants have arrived at the Prison Officers Training School for a refresher training programme ahead of their anticipated transition into the mainstream service.

Background to the Prison Service Assistant Programme

The Prison Service Assistant programme was introduced through a collaboration between the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) and the Ghana Prisons Service.

In July 2025, the YEA announced an agreement to recruit about 5,000 young people as Prison Service Assistants under a two-year engagement programme.

The initiative was designed to provide employment opportunities for young people while strengthening manpower levels within the Ghana Prisons Service.

At the time, officials also indicated that the programme could provide a pathway for some of the assistants to eventually join the mainstream security service.

Refresher Training Ahead of Absorption

The latest development involves the assistants undergoing refresher training as preparations advance for their possible absorption into the mainstream Ghana Prisons Service.

The training is expected to help reinforce the assistants’ knowledge, discipline and operational preparedness before any transition into the mainstream service.

However, the term “absorption” should be understood carefully. Previous statements surrounding the programme indicated an intention to absorb as many qualified assistants as possible rather than guaranteeing permanent positions to every participant.

What Happens Next?

The refresher programme is therefore an important stage in determining the readiness of the assistants as discussions and preparations continue regarding their future within the Ghana Prisons Service.

For the thousands of young people who joined the programme, the potential transition represents an important employment opportunity and a possible route into permanent public service.

GhanaMedia.net Verification

VERIFIED — WITH CONTEXT.

GhanaMedia.net has verified that reports of Prison Service Assistants commencing refresher training are supported by available reporting and are consistent with the earlier YEA–Ghana Prisons Service programme.

However, mainstream absorption should not be interpreted as an automatic guarantee of permanent employment for every assistant. The eventual process and number of assistants absorbed remain subject to the applicable requirements and official decisions.

Source: Youth Employment Agency

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France Seizes Nearly $260 Million Cocaine Shipment Arriving From Ghana

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Daniel Jeddman
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French customs authorities have seized nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated €225 million, or about US$261 million, at the Port of Dunkirk after the shipment arrived from Ghana.

French customs authorities have seized nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated €225 million (about US$261 million) at the Port of Dunkirk after the shipment arrived from Ghana.

The seizure was made on Thursday, September 10, 2026, according to France’s National Anti-Organised Crime Prosecutor’s Office and Reuters.

Cocaine hidden among plastic waste

The cocaine was concealed inside a container carrying plastic waste.

French authorities said the shipment was initially destined, at least in part, for the Belgian port of Antwerp.

French customs officers discovered approximately 3.9 tonnes of cocaine concealed within the consignment.

The entire quantity of cocaine has since been destroyed, while French prosecutors have opened an investigation into the shipment.

Investigation targets suspected criminal network

French judicial police had reportedly been monitoring the criminal network suspected of being behind the shipment before the seizure occurred.

The investigation includes suspected offences involving the organised importation of narcotics and participation in a criminal association.

French authorities said the offences under investigation can carry prison sentences of up to 10 years.

Ghana connection

The shipment is significant for Ghana because French authorities identified the container as having arrived from Ghana.

However, the seizure itself does not establish that the cocaine was loaded in Ghana or that Ghanaian authorities, companies or individuals participated in the trafficking operation.

Investigators are expected to examine the shipment’s origin, the exporters and intermediaries involved, its intended recipients and the wider criminal network allegedly responsible.

Possible Belgium and Netherlands links

The shipment was initially destined partly for Antwerp, Belgium.

Dutch authorities have also arrested a man in connection with the approximately 4,000-kilogramme cocaine shipment. Dutch prosecutors said the suspect was arrested in Dordrecht on September 4 and is suspected of involvement in preparations to import cocaine into the Netherlands.

Dutch media have reported possible connections to the organisation of fugitive drug trafficker Jos Leijdekkers, but Dutch prosecutors have not confirmed his involvement in this specific shipment.

One of France’s major recent drug seizures

French customs reported seizing 108.81 tonnes of narcotics of all types in 2025, with an estimated value of €2.197 billion.

The latest Dunkirk seizure therefore represents a major operation in France’s ongoing fight against international drug trafficking.

GhanaMedia Verification

🟢 VERIFIED — CURRENT STORY

GhanaMedia confirms that French authorities seized nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine valued at approximately US$261 million from a container that arrived from Ghana.

However, GhanaMedia cannot establish from the available evidence that the cocaine itself was loaded in Ghana or that Ghanaian officials, businesses or citizens were responsible for the trafficking operation.

Editorial conclusion: The seizure is real and current. The Ghana connection is confirmed at the level of the shipment’s arrival, while responsibility for the trafficking network remains under investigation.

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