Elvis Anokye

IMF approves US$1 billion loan to Ghana for COVID-19 fight

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the disbursement of US$1 billion to Ghana to be drawn under the Rapid Credit Facility (RCF). The money is to help Ghana address the “fiscal and balance of payments needs” and also help the country to improve confidence in its economy especially in …

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Nursing mother commits suicide over pressure from husband

One Mrs Esther Frank resident in Uyo, on Thursday night, took her life over alleged pressure and lies from her husband. the deceased was said to have left a suicide note for her husband and two children, saying she was tired of the pressure. It was gathered that the deceased …

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Italy To Test Cristiano Ronaldo, Others For Covid-19

Italy is making plans to conduct coronavirus tests on footballers. The tests which may include Juventus talisman, Cristiano Ronaldo, are likely to be conducted in May 2020 before the restart of football activities. The Italian Football Federation made this known. President of the Italian Football Federation, Gabriele Gravina, in an interview …

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South Africa hails ‘success’ in halting virus spread

South Africa says it is succeeding in fighting the coronavirus pandemic, with a nationwide lockdown showing clear signs of containing the disease, for now. At a televised briefing, the chair of the government’s advisory committee said South Africa’s success in halting an exponential rise in cases was unprecedented. South Africa …

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Coronavirus: Trump claims ‘total’ authority to lift lockdown

President Donald Trump has claimed “total” power to lift the nationwide coronavirus lockdown, contradicting governors and legal experts. “The president of the United States calls the shots,” Mr Trump said during a combative press conference in which he feuded with reporters. But the US Constitution says the states maintain public …

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One killed, several houses burnt in clash between two families over land

One person was reportedly killed on Sunday morning while several others were injured and many houses burnt in a renewed clash between two families of Mbapen clan in Taraku town of Gwer East Local Government Area in Benue State. It was gathered that the deceased victim identified as Tseaa Wanpera was …

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Dumsor is coming – IES warns

The Institute of Energy Security (IES) has warned of an imminent disruption in power supply during this season of coronavirus pandemic. The Institutes has therefore advised the government to adequately resource electricity service provide in order to prevent the catastrpohy. Research and Policy Analyst at the Institute, Raymond Nuworkpor, in …

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Nathaniel Asamoah completes AshantiGold SC switch

AshantiGold SC has snapped up experienced striker Nathaniel Asamoah in the ongoing transfer window, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively confirm. The rasta-haired sharpshooter penned a two-year deal with the Len Clay Stadium outfit on Monday following a successful medical examination. Asamoah has been without a club after his contract with Armenian club …

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Flaunting of Rudeboy’s luxurious living room leads to attacks on Shatta Wale

Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, is being slammed by one Ghanaian lady known as Akosua Philipa. The lady has taken a swipe at Shatta Wale after sighting Nigerian musician Rudeboy’s luxurious living room. Rudeboy of former Square fame has flaunted his plush parlour — the spacious room has everything termed as luxurious …

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Bawumia launches GH COVID-19 Tracker App

Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia on Monday launched the GH COVID-19 Tracker App to enable individuals to access and provide basic information to contact tracers to facilitate easy tracing, testing and treatment of the respiratory disease. The Tracker, developed by the Ministries of Communication and Health, would also aid health …

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