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I’ve been officially divorced for 3 years now –Trigmatic reveals

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Trigmatic

In a recent revelation, Ghanaian musician and media personality Trigmatic has opened up about his official divorce, marking a significant milestone of three years since the legal dissolution of his marriage.

The musician revealed in an interview on D-Black’s Unkut show.

“I am divorced. A lot of people don’t know. It’s not something I talk about… Yeah, it has been three years now,”

Trigmatic clarified that the decision to divorce was mutually agreed upon and went on to refute any notion linking his profession to the separation, emphasizing that the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic compelled them to spend increased time together, amplifying irreconcilable differences.

“No, I think COVID got us to like to be at home and so… it was very peaceful though,”

In his reflection, he expressed gratitude for the lessons learned throughout the three years since his divorce. Personal growth, resilience, and the importance of self-love were key themes in his message.

Trigmatic entered matrimony with Edith on March 25, 2017.

However, he has recently conveyed his openness to the idea of remarriage, under the condition of encountering the right person.

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Asantewaa to reveal new plans after unsuccessful Sing-A-thon attempt

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Afua Asantewaa

Afua Asantewaa Aduonum has disclosed her intention to reveal her plans in the coming days, after an unsuccessful Sing-A-thon attempt, as officially confirmed by the Guinness World Records (GWR).

The acknowledgment of the Sing-A-thon’s outcome was made public through a post on the official Guinness World Records platform, responding to an inquiry seeking clarification on the result.

Asantewaa had embarked on a remarkable endeavor to surpass the existing record for the longest continuous singing marathon, a challenge that demanded significant endurance and vocal prowess. Following the official confirmation, she took to Facebook to express gratitude to all her supporters for their love and encouragement.

She highlighted the importance of maintaining a positive outlook on life, emphasizing that success is most gratifying when it appears defeat is imminent.

Aduonum concluded her statement by affirming her resilience, stating, “When life hands you lemons, turn them into lemonade. Success is sweetest when snatched out of the jaws of defeat.”

She assured her audience that she would announce her next course of action in the coming days, demonstrating a commitment to resilience and determination in the face of challenges.

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I was just acting –Lil Win addresses Martha Ankomah’s lawsuit

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Lil Win

Ghanaian actor Kwadwo Nkansah, famously known as Lil Win, has explained the viral video in which he was seen verbally assaulting actress, Martha Ankomah.

Speaking on Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM, Lil Win claimed the video in question, which sparked widespread speculation, was a scene from a movie he was working on.

He clarified that the snippet circulating online was taken out of context.

“The video I did is a movie. I was acting… I was not angry. I had done some makeup,” he explained, indicating his intent to leave the resolution of the issue to legal professionals.

Martha Ankomah has sued Lil Win for denigrating her reputation. The writ commands Lil Win to appear in court within eight days to respond to the allegations.

Ahead of the court hearing, Lil Win underscored the need for unity and collaboration among industry stakeholders.

Looking into the future, Lil Win is hoping to break international boundaries. “I want to go international. The investors should come and take me there,” he said, emphasizing his dedication to reaching new heights in his career.

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Unexploded World War II bomb found in a garden in England

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HM Coastguard Search and Rescue team find a Second World War explosive device

An unexploded bomb from World War II has been taken out to sea and detonated after being found in a garden in the English city of Plymouth, authorities said Friday.

As many as 10,000 people were impacted when parts of the southern English city were cordoned off to enable bomb disposal experts to take the device away, a member of the local parliament, Johnny Mercer, said in a post on social media.

The decision to detonate the bomb at sea was taken “after considering all options, including a controlled detonation on site,” according to a government statement.

“I think it is fair to say that the last few days will go down in history for Plymouth. This war-time bomb has really brought out war-time spirit, people coming together to really support each other and whilst it has been really tough – we got through it,” said Tudor Evans, leader of Plymouth City Council.

The bomb was carefully loaded onto a lorry, which drove slowly to the slipway so it could be loaded onto a boat, which then took the bomb out to sea so it could be safely detonated, he said.

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I’m not a member of Bawumia’s Manifesto Committee –Okyeame Kwame

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Okyeame Kwame

Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has disclosed that he has not officially been appointed to the Manifesto Committee of Vice President Dr Mahamadu Bawumia.

He has also intimated that he is not politically affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

In a press release signed on February 24, 2024, by Okyeame Kwame, he stated that he had not been paid for this task.

“I wish to reassure my respected following and reiterate that I remain non-partisan and apolitical, as I have been throughout my entire career. I have not been paid by H.E. The Vice President’s campaign team to be a member of the committee for the arts and tourism manifesto nor have I officially been invited on my terms as non-partisan participant,” he noted.

According to Kwame, he is open to all other political parties that seek to tap into his expertise in the creative industry. “Indeed, when it comes to contributing policy opinion towards the advancement of the Arts and Culture in Ghana, I am respectfully open to all political or ideological persuasions, be they NPP, NDC, CPP, Independent or other, that may want me to openly and sincerely lend my knowledge to develop this nobel industry,” he added.

The ‘Made in Ghana’ hitmaker says he remains the consummate professional he has been for the past 26 years. He, however, expressed his gratitude to the Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia for reposing trust in his experience.

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Cancer support messages ‘reduced me to tears’ -King Charles

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King Charles III

The many messages of support King Charles III received following his cancer diagnosis “reduced me to tears most of the time,” the British monarch has said in a new statement released by Buckingham Palace Friday.

The King has received more than 7,000 letters and cards from across the world since his diagnosis earlier this month, the palace revealed.

Many came from children and included hand-drawn images, while others were from cancer survivors sharing their personal battles, it added, thanking “everyone who took the time to write.”

“Such kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement,” Charles said.

The British monarch also said the messages had “reduced me to tears most of the time.”

Buckingham Palace announced on February 6 that the 75-year-old British King had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer and would be stepping back from public-facing duties while he undergoes treatment.

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ECOWAS lifts sanctions on Niger amid tensions 

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ECOWAS leaders

The West African regional bloc is lifting most sanctions imposed on Niger over last year’s coup, in a new push for dialogue following a series of political crises that have rocked the region in recent months.

A no-fly zone and border closures were among the sanctions being lifted “with immediate effect”, the president of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Omar Alieu Touray, said on Saturday.

The lifting of the sanctions is “on purely humanitarian grounds” to ease the suffering caused as a result, Touray told reporters after the bloc’s summit in the Nigerian capital, Abuja.

The summit aimed to address existential threats facing the region as well as implore three military-led nations that have quit the bloc – Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso – to rescind their decision.

The three were suspended from ECOWAS following recent coups.

Since then, they have declared their intention to permanently withdraw from the bloc, but ECOWAS has called for the three states to return.

Tinubu urged Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso to “reconsider the decision” and said they should “not perceive our organisation as the enemy”.

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Trump beats Haley in South Carolina primary, eyes Biden rematch

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Donald Trump

Former United States President Donald Trump has secured another decisive victory in the Republican Party’s 2024 presidential primaries, defeating former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley in her home state of South Carolina.

The Associated Press and other US media outlets swiftly declared Trump the winner of the state’s GOP primary shortly after the polls closed on Saturday evening.

Speaking to supporters at an election night party in the state capital of Columbia, the ex-president turned his attention to November’s general election and promised that if he is re-elected, the US would be “respected like never before”.

The former president has maintained a strong grip over the Republican caucus despite facing a slew of civil and criminal cases against him, sweeping every state contest so far.

Trump’s victory in South Carolina also makes it increasingly likely that he will face a rematch against his Democratic rival, President Joe Biden, in November.

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Eiffel Tower set to re-open after six-day strike

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The protestors at the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower in Paris was expected to reopen to visitors on Sunday after six days of closure due to strikes.

Workers first walked out on Monday in a dispute over the way the tower was managed.

Its operator, Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (SETE), said a deal was reached with unions on Saturday.

It is the second such strike at the iconic landmark in the last three months, as Paris looks ahead to hosting the 2024 Olympic Games this summer.

SETE apologised to ticket holders and said they would be reimbursed for bookings impacted by the action, which resulted in the loss of some 100,000 admissions.

The powerful Confédération Générale du Travail (CGT) union said that staff had decided to strike over SETE’s business model, which it claimed was based on an inflated estimate of future visitor numbers, and an underestimation of the cost of maintenance and renovation.

Stéphane Dieu, speaking on behalf of the union, accused SETE of seeking profitability in the short term. Strikers have also expressed concern over the state of the monument, which Le Monde reported had not been repainted for 14 years, rather than the usual seven, with other repair work falling behind schedule.

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US, UK carry out fresh strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

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US, UK carry out fresh strikes

The Pentagon says US and UK fighter planes have carried out strikes on 18 Houthi sites in Yemen – the fourth such joint operation by the allies.

The US says Saturday’s strikes were directed against storage facilities, drones, air defence systems, radars and a helicopter of the militant movement.

The UK says the allies acted to “further degrade” Houthi capabilities.

There have been sustained attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis on shipping in the important Red Sea trade route.

The Houthis – who control large swathes of Yemen including the capital Sanaa – have been targeting vessels they say are linked to Israel and the West in response to the continuing Israel-Gaza war.

Global supply chains are now facing severe disruption and rising costs as a result of some of the biggest shipping companies diverting journeys away from the Red Sea – one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.

The strikes were carried out with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand.

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