Asamoah Gyan has reacted to parliament’s praise for his contribution to Ghana football following his retirement from football as announced last week. Gyan was in parliament on June 26 to meet leadership of the House to thank them for their tribute on the floor of the House. Ghana’s all-time top …
Read More »Assin North: We would vote for Gyakye Quayson even if he will be jailed for another by-election – Residents
Some residents of the Assin North Constituency are unperturbed about the possibility of the ousted Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, James Gyakye Quayson, being jailed because of his ongoing criminal trial. In a viral video sighted by GhanaWeb, the residents stated they would vote for Gyakye Quayson regardless of the outcome of …
Read More »Wagner revolt in Russia dims outlook for its operations in Africa
A revolt by the Wagner force in Russia poses a diplomatic quandary for Mali and Central African Republic (CAR), where forces from the mercenary group have played an increasingly central role in long-running internal conflicts. As the Wagner fighters barrelled towards Moscow on Saturday after seizing a southern city overnight, …
Read More »George Afriyie declares candidacy for Ghana FA presidency
Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), George Afriyie declared his candidacy for the upcoming 2023 presidential elections of the local football governing body. After much speculation and anticipation, Afriyie unveiled his bid to lead Ghana’s football governing body on Sunday, marking a significant development in the upcoming …
Read More »Jihadis smuggle looted animals into Ghana for sale, raising concerns of terrorism financing
Jihadis operating in the West African sub-region are resorting to crossing over into Ghana with looted animals for sale, raising concerns about terrorism financing and security risks. The stolen animals, mainly cattle, are traced to local markets in the northern region of Ghana, with one popular destination being the cattle …
Read More »Invest and prioritize education for accelerated development – Nhyieso MP
The Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry Hon Stephen Amaoh has called on successive governments to invest and prioritize Education for accelerated development outcomes. The Member of Parliament for Nhyieso Constituency in the Ashanti Region believes prioritizing educational needs in Ghana is one of the best ways to improve the …
Read More »Watch how fans mobbed Andre Ayew in Sunyani after his arrival for a ceremonial game
Black Stars captain Andre Ayew received a rousing welcome in Sunyani; Bono Region, following his arrival for an All-Star game in the Ahafo region. Ayew poked himself out through the roof of his car to wave back at the fans who were chanting his name and showing him love. The …
Read More »UEFA bans Jose Mourinho for abusing referee Anthony Taylor
The Union of European Football Association(UEFA) has handed Jose Mourinho a four-game ban for abusing referee Antony Taylor after the UEFA Europa League final. The AS Roma manager confronted Taylor right at the car park at the stadium right after the match on Wednesday, June 4, 2023. Mourinho, who was …
Read More »Trader, carpenter in court for stealing raincoats and umbrellas
A carpenter, Nii Tetteh Ashong and a trader, Kojo Adu have been arrested and are standing trial for stealing raincoats and umbrellas worth GH¢1480. The incident which occurred at the Rawlings Park at the Accra Central Business District was reported to the police by a trader, Jamiratu Tackie Oblie whose …
Read More »15-year-old boy killed as building ‘marked for demolition’ collapses
A 15- year-old boy identified simply as Sallah has been killed when a storey building marked for demolition collapsed in Minna, the Niger State capital. The incident occurred along Shiroro Road on Tuesday morning, June 20, 2023. According to Daily Trust, the staircase of the building fell …
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