March 6 declared statutory public holiday for Independence Day
The Ministry for the Interior has reminded the general public that Friday, March 6, 2026, marks Independence Day and is to be observed as a statutory public holiday throughout the country. In a notice posted on its official Facebook page on Monday, March 2, the ministry stated that the day should be recognised and observed as such across all regions,...
Three arrested over alleged mob killing of 26-year-old Liberian at Lashibi
The Sakumono District Police Command has arrested three individuals in connection with the alleged lynching of a 26-year-old Liberian national, Austin Tengeeh, near Lashibi in the Greater Accra Region. The suspects, currently in police custody, have been identified as Francis Amuzu, 44, William Adison, 36, and Vincent Adzikah, 34. The body of the deceased has been deposited at the Sakumono Community...
Police detain Tiktoker ‘Duabo King’ over unsubstantiated allegations against officers
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested a 45-year-old man, Isaac Boafo, popularly known as “Duabo King”, for the offence of publication of false news with intent to cause fear and panic, following a viral video circulated on social media. In a statement, the police said the arrest was triggered by a video shared on TikTok in which the suspect...
11 injured in head-on collision on the Cape Coast–Takoradi Highway
Eleven people sustained injuries when two vehicles collided at Eduagyei on the Cape Coast–Takoradi Highway on Tuesday evening. The injured comprised nine men and two women. No deaths were recorded. The Central Regional Public Relations Officer of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), ADOII Abdul Wasiu Hudu, said the accident occurred at about 7:15 p.m. on March 3, 2026. He explained that...
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with love
Valentine’s Day is a popular festive occasion, second only to Christmas. It is widely known as a celebration of love. Ironically, the origin of Valentine’s Day is not entirely clear. For some, it is linked to birds that were seen flying in pairs in mid-February. Others associate it with an ancient fertility festival where people met and selected future partners. Some...
Can l take action against police for violating my rights?
Dear Mirror Lawyer, I trade at a market in Kumasi. A few weeks ago, after closing my stall for the day, I was walking to the bus station when a group of police officers stopped me. They accused me of loitering and demanded to search my belongings. Despite my cooperation, the situation quickly escalated. One of the officers became aggressive, pushing...
Protecting your eyes in a screen-dominated world
In today’s digital age, screens are almost impossible to avoid. From laptops and tablets to smartphones and televisions, many people spend hours each day staring at digital devices. While technology has made work and communication easier, constant screen exposure often leads to red, irritated and dry eyes. This condition, commonly referred to as digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome, is...
US father who gifted gun to teenage school shooter convicted of murder
The father of a teenage boy accused of killing four people in a shooting rampage at a high school in the US state of Georgia has been found guilty of murder, child cruelty and other charges. Colin Gray, 55, pleaded not guilty to all 29 charges against him stemming from the 2024 attack that left two teachers and two students...
Man arrested after allegedly beating fellow motorist following road accident at Maamobi
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 33-year-old man over an alleged assault following a motor accident at Maamobi in Accra. The arrest was carried out by the Kotobabi District Police Command after initial investigations into the incident, according to a statement issued on March 2, 2026, by the Regional Public Affairs Unit. The statement, signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, Head...
My constituents are suffering- Sticka cries and warns KMA health
Ghanaian politician, Hon. Stephen Amoah, popularly known as Sticka has asked Ghanaians to warn the KMA health director, Dr. Akosua Gyimah before it is too Source
