Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has received the Dr Allison Wiley-Candela Award for his immense contribution towards uplifting humanity.       The presentation was made by Dr Allison Wiley, NGO Ambassador to the United Nations Economic and Social Council in Accra.

A statement issued by Mr Frank Agyekum, Spokesperson and Special Aide at the Office of Former President Kufuor said " Part of the citation, by the US Congress, that accompanied the medal read: “In recognition of your achievements during your tenure as the President of Ghana and your continuous and active service to humanity as a senior citizen.”

Lady Gaga may have to disappoint a lot of her "little monsters" in Indonesia after Jakarta police recommended that her sold-out June 3 show not be issued a permit because of security concerns.

"Yes, it is for sure, the promoter will not get a permit to hold the concert," National Police spokesman Saud Usman Nasution said Tuesday.

The concert promoter, Big Daddy Entertainment, declined to comment on the development.

"Please wait for further official information from us," spokesman Alif Ramadoni said.