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Big Brother updates: Housemates lose task, Ofuneka leaves and Sammy B is out!

The past week has certainly been eventful in the Big Brother All-stars house. Ghana’s representative, Sammy B had to bow out of the competition due to health reasons.  Although he was evicted in the second week of the show alongside Hannington, he was surprised to be put in a Barn which is a new addition […]

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Sammi BThe past week has certainly been eventful in the Big Brother All-stars house. Ghana’s representative, Sammy B had to bow out of the competition due to health reasons.  Although he was evicted in the second week of the show alongside Hannington, he was surprised to be put in a Barn which is a new addition to the show. This gave him a second shot at $200,000 cash prize.

Sammi reported to Biggie that he was not feeling well and after medical attentions and check-ups, he said he could no longer stay in the Barn and wanted to leave. Medical personnel on Friday after checking up on Sammi concluded that he was suffering from elevated hypertension and suggested that Sammi be allowed to leave the Big Brother Barn and get medical attention and bed rest. Sammi in a Diary session on Friday thanked Biggie and Africa for the experience in the House and the Barn. He told Biggie that he was very happy to be a part of the reality show for the second time. He told the Barnmates that he had to leave the Barn because of his deteriorating health condition. The emotional Barnmates were not excited by the news. The Big Brother Barn will now be left with three Barnmates – Hannington, the only male and two females, Lerato and Tatiana.

Meanwhile, earlier in the week, the housemates failed to impress Big Brother with their “Ideal House” task this week and have lost their 100% wager. They spent a lot of long hours on their model, but ultimately their failure to stick to the task outline meant that they must contemplate a week without any luxury items.

During their presentation, the housemates attempted to highlight their house’s interactive nature. Yacob showcased the basketball court and the barbeque stand as part of the entertainment area. Uti then demonstrated the outside area and stressed that the “outdoor should feel like the outdoor”. He argued that the “Amazon Feel” of the design captured the essence of outdoor living. Mwisho presented the garden design, which included an easy-access sauna and a gym. Jennifer highlighted the importance of the sauna, for the female housemates, saying it was important to have grooming area.

Paloma’s part of the presentation involved the symbolic features of the design, mentioning the prominent green colour and how it represents the beautiful nature of the continent. Sheila stressed the spaciousness of the house – their design saw fewer walls and a revolving dining table for easy access. Stairs are also revolving in a spiral, to add a fun element.

During the early hours of the morning, Jennifer was to be found outside on her hands and knees, digging a hole in the garden by hand. The reason? She was carrying out her secret task, burying one of each of her housemates’ shoes!  She slipped out of bed and stole a shoe from each housemate in the silence of the night and carried them downstairs in her suitcase. After burying the shoes amongst the plants, she rushed inside to clean her suitcase and wash her hands, removing any incriminating evidence.

Confusion and finger-pointing reigned in the house when the housemates woke up to find they were each missing some footwear. Uti said that whoever had hidden their shoes wanted it to look like it was done by himself and Mwisho, who had been clowning around as part of their punishment from Big Brother.  During his Diary Session, Uti first told Big Brother that he suspected Jennifer over the sudden disappearance of the shoes. He had told Big Brother that he had no idea who could have hidden their shoes, then eventually settled on Munya, Yacob and Mwisho’s names. He said two or three people had asked him about the slippers because he still had both of his.  After succeeding in her secret task, Big Brother rewarded Jennifer with a new pair of animal-print slippers. She was a little perturbed when  Big Brother told her that her housemates would have to find their shoes without her help.

Thursday saw Code, Lerato, Paloma and Sammi receive medical treatment. Code had medicine delivered to him while Lerato complained about her sore foot, from an injury she sustained two weeks ago while still in the house when Uti had run over her foot while playing with a scooter. Paloma had a Dentist examine her “bottom teeth”, because they were “shaking”. Sammi had been suffering from a headache, which prevented him from participating in the task. He had earlier been heard telling his Barnmates that he was suffering and wanted to go home.

Sheila and Jennifer had a fight while working on the Ideal House model, over a tube of glue. According to Sheila the tube was the only one left and Jen took it into the house when everyone else was working on their Task in the garden. When she went inside to enquire about it, Jennifer told her she was using it. Sheila said ‘wow’ and turned and left.

In The Barn, Lerato, Hannington and Tatiana talked about how overconfident the Housemates had been about their Task, yet they had under-delivered. They added that the 100% wager was a sign that the Housemates had taken the task lightly.

Lerato criticised each aspect of the model house, from the colour scheme to the walkway between the sauna and the jacuzzi. She added that this would be a good week for one Housemate to leave the House because the Housemates are soon going to run out of food, when the Barn was full of food. Ofunneka made a teary exit from The Barn on Thursday afternoon after enjoying her time with Tatiana and new friends Hannington and Sammi.  Sammi had taken a keen shine to her, trying his luck at initiating some Barn Romance. Ofunneka had played an integral role in the task when Sammi’s headache had kept him in bed.

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Arkansas rapper Young Quez shares new video single “Run It Up”

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Independent Arkansas rapper Young Quez has just shared his new video single “Run It Up”. On the new celebratory track, Young Quez further expands on his unique sound, flexing his authoritative delivery through his vicious punchlines and aggressive flows. Turning up to “Run It Up” alongside his crew in the new video, Quez relishes in his success – “Back and forth with labels, we got deals on the table / I ain’t pickin’ up my phone, unless it’s mills on the table”, he raps proudly to kick off the new song.

“Run It Up”serves as his second release of 2023, following up the hard-hitting “Rockstar” and last year’s monumental collaboration with Chicago rapper G Herbo on “Big Brother”. Through his harrowing vocals, “Run It Up” finds Young Quez honing in on his skills as an emcee and further finding his voice as a lethal spitter. With “Run It Up” and “Rockstar” expanding on his hot year in 2022 thanks to tracks like “Know I Am”“Rounds” and “Big Brother”, Quez’s infectious energy and menacing bars continue to highlight the independent rapper’s skillset.

Young Quez is another addition to the quickly blooming Arkansas hip-hop scene, working to showcase the state’s talents. Only two hours away from the raucous Memphis scene, Quez pulls influence from their double-time flows and emphasis on punchlines to create a sound that is uniquely his. Young Quez has been grinding since 2018, releasing three full-length projects, including 2019’s Money Over Fame, as well as several singles. In 2019, he also dropped his most successful single to date, “No Cap”, amassing nearly 200,000 streams on Spotify. With the releases of “Rockstar” and now “Run It Up” to kick off his 2023, Young Quez is aiming to put his state on the map and simultaneously continue to feed the streets with his signature sound full of street sermons and soulful reflections.

Please find links to stream and watch “Run It Up” below and stay tuned for more announcements to come:

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Safety Measures While Playing At Online Casino

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The popularity and increasing growth of online casinos come with pros and cons. The industry keeps experiencing an inflow of players and new gaming platforms alike. Although there is much focus on its attendant benefits, which include convenience, access to bonuses, and quality games. It is imperative to pay attention to other things like safety.

The online space is a vulnerable environment that should be managed seriously. Safety measures must therefore be in place to address issues like compulsive gambling, information compromise, money loss, and other possible circumstances. These can be dangerous to a gambler if they are not properly addressed. In this article, you will get to know the safety measures to put in place while enjoying the thrill of gaming.

Tips To Stay Safe In An Online Casino

You must deliberate effort to stay safe when playing in an online casino. Not all gaming platforms are secured as the $1 deposit casino Canada and other reputable bookmakers. These operators seek to protect you and your money by offering safe games with a minimum deposit that pose no danger to your finances. To ascertain your safety while gaming online, below are a few steps to stay safe.

Read The Casino Terms And Conditions

One aspect players always get wrong is playing in an online casino without reading through the terms and conditions. The T&C is a detailed explanation of the standard code of operation of the platform. It covers the gaming activity, deposit and withdrawal process, bonus offers, and every condition attached.

You must be sure that you read and understand the conditions proposed by the platform before playing. There are online casinos that trap players with their unnecessary and unrealistic terms and conditions. You must also consider the wagering requirements to withdraw your earnings and bonuses.

Play On Licensed Casinos

With the recent growth of the casino industry, bogus platforms have been introduced to swindle players of their hard-earned money. There is always a way to figure out such a plot and avoid them. You must be updated on the regulations on the iGaming markets in Ontario, including laws that guide online casino operations. This information is necessary to ensure you engage in safe gambling in the environment.

One major feature of this regulation is that all operating online casinos must be duly licensed. As there are many options, you should also be careful and watch out for fake licenses. Verify the license with the acclaimed regulating authority. The advantage of this is that platforms with such permission are always under close monitoring to guarantee fair game and services.

Ensure The Site Is Secured

You must be security conscious when playing in an online casino. Before investing money into any, determine how the site plans to protect you and your information. The Internet is not safe due to the presence of hackers who steal data for malicious acts. If proper care is not taken, your bank account could also be at risk in case of data leaks.

Your choice online casino must use encrypted technology to carry out end-end encryption of users’ information. This disallows third parties from retrieving your data for any malicious act. If you find no provisions to keep your information safe on the site, avoiding playing on such a platform is better.

Read Reviews

Reading reviews is one of the best approaches to maintaining safety while playing at an online casino. This gives you a clear overview of what your experience might likely be when you eventually sign up on the platform. Painstakingly read different reviews, particularly from players who have played on the site in the past. This is a safe practice, and it is advisable for newbies or people switching to a new provider.

Another caution you must take while reading reviews is learning to spot the genuine ones. Fake platforms are known for paying websites to write good feedback for their sites to convince gullible players. To identify authentic reviews, you must use reputable websites with track records of sincerity.

Pay Attention To The Customer Support

When you encounter any challenge on the gaming site, your last resort will be customer support. Since most brands don’t have an offline office you can contact in an emergency, the support services are also virtual. Check the availability and responsiveness of the team and identify what it may look like if you have any challenges. The casino is unsafe if you discover it takes a long time to access support. Prompt responses and help from the agent are needed to relieve your fear of getting into trouble while using the platform.

Use Reliable Payment Methods

There has been recent adoption of different ways of making deposits and withdrawals in online casinos. You cannot blindly trust all of these options. You must be careful not to adopt any strange banking method regardless of how much it is advertised. It is equally right to read reviews about all the payment options and know which is good for you.

A reliable deposit and withdrawal method will ensure the prompt processing of transactions with a considerable fee. Avoid options that charge you ridiculous amounts to process withdrawals. If possible, stick to the commonly used options that have been proven safe and convenient.

Protect Your Casino Wallet

After you are sure you are playing on the right platform, you must also take responsibility for protecting your wallet. You can use two-step authentication to add another layer of security to your account in case of unauthorized access. This makes it difficult for a third party to withdraw your fund without your permission.

Conclusion

Safety first is a slogan applicable to all walks of life, including playing in an online casino. You must take responsibility for protecting your money, information, and account. Ensuring safe experiences online requires you to adhere strictly to all the above suggestions. It definitely will be happy gaming if you do all of that.

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UBA Ghana Holds First Quarter Jogging to Bond

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UBA Ghana has held its first quarter staff bonding event named Jogging To Bond at the Burma Camp Sports Complex. The event aimed at fostering unity and instilling a healthy lifestyle among staff was themed “The Athletic Adventure’.

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The fun-filled event brought together staff from various business offices. The event kicked off with a health walk led by officers of the Ghana Armed Forces, and later staff participated in various exciting games including sack race, lime and spoon, tug of peace, eating competition, musical chairs, 50 meters dash, and many more.

UBA Ghana Holds First Quarter Jogging to Bond

UBA Ghana Holds First Quarter Jogging to Bond

Staff members were grouped into two Teams-Titans and Olympians. At the end of the various competitions, there was a 27-score tie between the two teams.

UBA Ghana Holds First Quarter Jogging to Bond

UBA Ghana Holds First Quarter Jogging to Bond

For a winner to emerge, there was a dancing competition held with the trending song ‘Sability’ by Ayra Starr which declared Team Titans as winners for quarter 1 Jogging to Bond.

Commenting on the event, Henry Nii Dottey, Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications at UBA Ghana said, “The quarterly Jogging To Bond is always a great opportunity for everyone to exercise, socialize, and build strong bonds within the team. UBA will continue to value the well-being of employees and encourage a healthy work-life balance at all times.”

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Ethiopian Airlines Expands Operations with four times weekly night flights to Accra

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Ethiopian Airlines Expands Operations with four times weekly night flights to Accra

Ethiopian Airlines has officially launched the four times weekly night flights to Accra, Ghana starting on March 26, 2023. (more…)

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MTN honours 25 million dollars commitment to create jobs for the youth

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MTN Ghana has held a digital sod cutting event to announce the construction of the Ghana ICT Hub project. The initiative falls in line with MTN’s Ambition 2025 strategy which is focused on leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress and its commitment towards supporting the Digital Ghana Agenda. This is aimed at creating jobs for the youth. (more…)

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Graduates urged to take advantage of digital tools to win in the age of the entrepreneur

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A leading Ghanaian banker, Nana Dwemoh Benneh, the Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), has urged graduates of the University of Ghana to take advantage of the benefits of digital tools to establish themselves as entrepreneurs.

Nana Dwemoh Benneh made these comments at the 75th congregation ceremony of the College of Education where he was the guest speaker. The ceremony saw the graduation of 11,711 students drawn from the constituent schools of the college namely School of Continuing and Distance Education, School of Information and Communication Studies and the School of Education and Leadership.

The Provost of the College of Education Prof. Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe in his opening remarks noted that the graduating class had students from over 50 other countries amongst the cohort, once more cementing the University of Ghana’s place as the premiere University in Ghana.

In her remarks read for her by the Pro Vice–Chancellor Prof. Felix A. Asante, the Vice – Chancellor of the University noted some key successes chalked by the University for the year under review. Key highlights here included the Vice–Chancellor’s Student Digitization Initiative to allow for synchronous and asynchronous virtual learning.  She also noted that the University of Ghana had taken pride of place in Ghana as the top ranked school in the Webometrics/ Alper Doger school rankings.

In her speech prior to confirming the conferment of degrees on the presented candidates, the chancellor of the University Mrs. Mary Chinery–Hesse, represented by Ms. Doris Kisiwa Ansah and Mrs. Yvette Adounvo Atekpe, members of the University Council congratulated management for continuing efforts to ensure that the university returns to full and normal operations post the Covid pandemic.

She also commended management for innovative efforts to resource the university and also to ensure best management practices including being the first university in Ghana to institute a gender policy statement.

Nana Dwemoh Benneh, the CEO of the Universal Merchant Bank in his speech reiterated his pride in being an alumnus  of the University, graduating some 23 years ago. He painted a vivid picture of a contrast between the world he graduated into and the world of today. He noted that the key differentiator was how much digital tools had transformed the world, especially the world of work.

He noted for instance that unlike in 1996, his year of graduation, new music albums could top the chart without a CD or a cassette being produced. He used this example to establish the point that the world we find ourselves in the age of the digital entrepreneur and admonished graduating students to follow the examples of other successful entrepreneurs in and out of Ghana and seek to establish their own enterprises. “Opportunities exist for the diligent who apply themselves to exploiting the digital world and creating different kinds of work relevant to the emerging society.”

The College of Education is made up of the following schools: School of Information and  Communication Studies, School of Education and Leadership and the School of Continuing and Distance Education and is one of the colleges of the University of Ghana. The university of Ghana was founded in 1948 as a university college of the Gold Coast. This year’s congregation marks the 75th congregation of the university.

 

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