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Electrochem Ghana Limited Calls for Justice After Alleged Political Supporters Launch Violent Assault on Facility

Accra, Ghana – In a predawn raid on January 9, a group of armed assailants violently attacked the premises of Electrochem Ghana Limited, a prominent salt mining company, leaving several employees injured and making off with substantial amounts of salt and office equipment. Reports from the company indicate that the attackers claimed affiliation with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), sparking concerns of politically motivated violence. Electrochem’s CEO, Abdul Razak Adam, publicly condemned the assault, describing …

Electrochem Ghana Limited Demand Justice: Calls for Investigation After NDC Supporters’ Violent Assault Leaves Staff Injured and Property Damaged

Accra, Ghana – A distressing incident occurred at the facilities of Electrochem Ghana Limited, a prominent salt mining company, when it was reportedly stormed by armed assailants linked to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), leading to injuries and theft. This fierce attack happened on January 9, around the early hours of 3:00 AM, where the intruders armed with firearms and cutlasses ransacked the premises. Abdul Razak Adam, the CEO of Electrochem, voiced his alarm over …

Amsterdam Court Delivers Guilty Verdicts in Assault on Israeli Soccer Supporters

Amsterdam, Netherlands – A Dutch court has delivered guilty verdicts to five men accused of inciting a violent assault against fans of an Israeli soccer team, highlighting the ongoing concerns surrounding sports-related violence and antisemitism in Europe. The incident, which occurred two years ago, involved a clash outside a stadium before a qualifying match for a prominent European tournament. The court determined that the group had planned the attack on supporters of the Israeli club, …

Political Violence Shocks Ghana: Six Injured in Attack on NDC Supporters

Amenfi Central, Ghana — A violent incident broke out in Amenfi Central, Ghana, injuring six supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) following an attack by suspected assailants on Saturday. The supporters were accompanying Parliamentary candidate, Joana Gyan Cudjoe, who fortunately remained unharmed during the confrontation. The episode unfolded as the group was departing from a campaign gathering at Adjakaamanso. According to eyewitness reports, the attackers targeted the team’s vehicle, shattering its windows and causing …

Media Under Siege: PTI Supporters Unleash Aggression on Journalists Amid Protests for Imran Khan’s Release in Pakistan

Islamabad, Pakistan — Tensions have soared in Pakistan’s capital as supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, advocating for the release of their detained leader and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, have clashed violently with law enforcement, resulting in attacks on media personnel. Moveover, the protests have escalated to violence, affecting both the journalists on the ground and the general operations throughout the city. Recently, numerous journalists covering these incidents reported being targeted by protesters. Members …

Buckshot Addresses Supporters Following Shocking Attack Incident

Los Angeles, California – Rapper Buckshot, widely recognized for his influence in the hip-hop industry, has issued a public statement following an incident that he described as a violent assault. The incident has shocked fans and raised concerns about artists’ safety in the entertainment industry. Buckshot, who gained fame in the 1990s as a member of the group Black Moon and later as part of the Boot Camp Clik, took to social media to address …

Clash at Kogi Supreme Court: APC and SDP Supporters Allegedly Engage in Post-Verdict Violence

Lokoja, Nigeria — Political tensions flared in Lokoja as allegations of violence emerged following the Supreme Court’s affirmation of Governor Usman Ododo’s election, an event that has ignited controversy and further complicated the political climate in Kogi State. Kingsley Fanwo, the Director of Media and Publicity for the Kogi APC Campaign Council, accused supporters of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) of initiating violent acts against APC members. According to Fanwo, the confrontation began when SDP …

Deadly Political Turmoil in Bangladesh: Ruling Party Supporters Bear the Brunt as Violence Escalates

Dhaka, Bangladesh — A recent examination of political conflicts during the first half of 2024 in Bangladesh highlights a grim picture of ongoing turmoil, claiming the lives of 91 individuals, with the notable impact on supporters of the incumbent Awami League. These casualties, predominately from the ruling party, point to a broader instability within the nation’s political landscape, encompassing electoral violence and clashes with law enforcement. The report from the Human Rights Support! Society (HRSS) …

Death Row Inmate Pleads for Life Sentence with Unlikely Supporters in Idaho

BOISE, Idaho – After spending decades on death row, Idaho’s longest-serving death row prisoner is now seeking a life sentence. This surprising request has garnered support from unexpected allies. Paul Ezra Rhoades, who was convicted of the murders of three people in the 1980s, believes that his life should be spared. His defense team argues that his traumatic childhood and struggles with mental health should be considered in his sentencing. Supporters of his request include …

Biden energizes supporters at SC church scarred by mass shooting

Columbia, SC – President Joe Biden visited the historic Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, on Friday to rally voters in support of his reelection campaign. The church was the site of a 2015 mass shooting that left nine parishioners dead during a Bible study. Biden’s visit to the church holds symbolic importance, as it highlights his commitment to promoting racial justice and healing in a state where the Black vote is …