Manchester United beat Southampton 3-1 with hat-trick from Amad Diallo
By Ashiadey Dotse Manchester United football club came from behind to beat Southampton on Thursday January 16, 2025 by 3-1 at the Old Trafford due to Amad Diallo’s brilliant performance. 43 minutes into the first half, Southampton’s Mateus Fernandez swung in the ball from a corner kick, which deflected off the body of Manchester United’s […]
Dr. Lawrence Tetteh urges calm over diplomatic passport recall
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Renowned Ghanaian televangelist, Dr. Lawrence Tetteh, has called on holders of diplomatic and service passports to remain calm and not take the government’s recent recall personally. The directive, issued by the current administration, involves the retrieval of all diplomatic and service passports issued under the previous government led by former President […]
Acheampong siblings triumph at 2024 African Individual Schools Chess Championship
By Kwame Bediako The Acheampong siblings, Dave and Jeddy, have emerged victorious at the 2024 African Individual Schools Chess Championship held in Accra, Ghana. Their impressive performance not only earned them gold medals in their respective categories but also showcased the potential of young chess talents on the continental stage. Dave Acheampong, competing in the […]
Tributes pour in for Teddy Osei of Osibisa fame
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo Teddy Osei, the legendary Ghanaian musician and co-founder of the iconic Afro-rock band Osibisa, has died at the age of 88. His passing on January 14, 2025, marks the end of an era for one of Africa’s most influential music pioneers. Tributes have poured in from across the music world, with […]
Burkina Faso bans colonial-style wigs in courts
President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso has banned the use of British and French colonial-style wigs by judges. This decision marks a significant step towards breaking away from colonial traditions and embracing practices that reflect the country’s cultural heritage. Announcing the decision, President Traore emphasised the importance of breaking away from colonial traditions. According to […]
Kofi Adomah allegedly shot in his eye during firing of musketry
By Deborah Luu Renowned Ghanaian media personality Kofi Adoma is reportedly in critical condition after being shot in his eye. The news of the incident was shared by fellow media personality, Afia Pokuaa, also known as “Vhim Lady”, on her Facebook page. In a heartfelt post, Afia Pokuaa expressed her concern and prayers for Kofi […]
Minority in Parliament criticises Ato Forson’s vetting as Finance Minister-Designate
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minority in Parliament has expressed disappointment in Cassiel Ato Baah Forson’s performance during his vetting as the Finance Minister-designate. They described his responses as evasive, inconsistent, and unclear. Despite his experience as a former Deputy Finance Minister and a ranking member of the Finance Committee, the Minority expected Forson to provide […]
Ministerial Appointments: Calls for merit-based appointments intensify
By Josephine Kekeli The CEO of Ghana’s Consumer Protection Agency, Kofi Kapito, has called on government to prioritise merit in appointing ministers and urged law enforcement to intensify efforts to address the ongoing conflict in Bawku. Speaking on GTV’s breakfast show, Mr. Kapito criticised the current appointment process, alleging that ministers are often selected based […]
Ghana National Fire Service responds to criticism over response times
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), has addressed public concerns over the service’s response time to fire incidents, defending its performance and highlighting significant improvements in operations. The service says it has reduced its average response time over the years. “In 2012, a survey by the Ghana Statistical Agency indicated our average […]
President Mahama announces key National Security appointments
By Celestine Avi President John Dramani Mahama has announced key appointments to bolster Ghana’s national security architecture, selecting a team of seasoned professionals to lead critical security agencies and advisory roles. The appointments reflect his administration’s commitment to safeguarding citizens and ensuring national stability amidst evolving security challenges. Former Chief of Staff Prosper Douglas Bani […]
President Mahama visits Nayiri Palace, seeks support for peace-building efforts
In a continued effort to foster peace and unity in areas affected by protracted conflicts, President John Dramani Mahama embarked on a crucial peace-building mission in the northern region. Following his visit to the Bawku Naaba and his people, President Mahama proceeded to the Nayiri Palace to reaffirm his dedication to resolving the longstanding conflicts […]
Kwesi Nyantakyi advocates for psychological support in Black Stars’ technical team
By Kwame Bediako Former Ghana Football Association president Kwesi Nyantakyi has raised a critical concern regarding the mental state of the Black Stars’ technical team. Following a disappointing performance that saw the team fail to qualify for the African Cup of Nations for the first time in two decades, Nyantakyi believes that the introduction of […]
Mahama recalls Diplomatic and Service Passports issued by previous administration
The Office of the President of Ghana has directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to recall all Diplomatic and Service Passports issued under the previous administration. In a statement signed by the President’s Secretary, Dr. Callistus Mahama, the directive was described as part of efforts to ensure the proper use and management of official travel […]
KNUST lays out elaborate plan to welcome fresh students
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu Management of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, (KNUST) in the Ashanti regional capital Kumasi has outlined an elaborate arrangement to receive all prospective first-year students to ensure their seamless transition from home to campus life. The management has therefore called for calm cooperation and trust in the university to […]
