GFA introduces new technical team to Minister of Sports ahead of World Cup qualifiers
By Kwame Bediako President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku led the newly assembled technical team of the Black Stars in a courtesy visit to Kofi Adams, the Minister for Sports and Recreation. The purpose of this meeting was to formally introduce the technical team and to seek the Minister’s support as the […]
Fraud allegations haunt Blatter and Platini; Former football chiefs face uncertain future
By Kwame Bediako Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and former UEFA president Michel Platini appeared in a Swiss court on Monday, March 3, 2025 reaffirming their innocence regarding allegations of fraud. This hearing comes two and a half years after both men were acquitted of similar charges in 2022, following a lengthy seven-year investigation into […]
Mahama did propaganda with the state of Ghana’s economy during his SONA –Minority MPs
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority caucus in Parliament has accused President John Dramani Mahama of doing propaganda with the state of Ghana’s economy during his maiden State of the Nation Address (SONA). Speaking at a press conference on Monday, March 3, 2025, former Minister of Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, who […]
Benni McCarthy takes charge as head coach of Kenya national football team
By Kwame Bediako South African legend Benni McCarthy has been appointed as the head coach of the Kenya national team. McCarthy, who is 47 years old and previously worked with Manchester United’s coaching staff, is stepping into the role with only a few week to prepare his squad for crucial World Cup qualifying matches later […]
Trede hospital still unfinished, needs GHS 100 million – Mintah Akandoh
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has revealed that the Trede Hospital, which was commissioned under the former government’s Agenda 111 initiative, remains incomplete and is not yet in use. The minister stated that the hospital, located in the Atwima Kwawonma Municipality of the Ashanti Region, requires GHS 100 million to […]
Ghana’s Gold-for-Oil programme suspended due to policy and operational challenges – Johnson Asiama
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Governor of Ghana’s central bank, the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has announced the suspension of the Gold-for-Oil programme the immediate past government committed the country to due to what he (Dr Asiama) described as unspecified policy and operational challenges. According to him, the decision to suspend the Gold-for-Oil […]
Ghana Publishing Company Limited Launches ’24-Hour Economy’ Service to Boost Efficiency
By Franice Tandoh The Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) has taken a bold step to enhance operational efficiency by launching a 24-hour economic service aimed at streamlining its publishing and printing processes.Speaking at the launching of the 24 hour operational system on Monday, March 3, 2025, the Acting Managing Director of GPCL, Nana Kwasi Boatey […]
No Money,Sexual Harassment: Juliet Asante shares sad story during tenure at NFA
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo The former executive secretary for the National Film Authority, Juliet Asante, has shared the painful experiences she went through during her tenure of office from 2020 to 2024, which impeded her progress. In a social media post, Juliet Asante stated that she worked for years without payment and no office and […]
Joining the Big League: Should Ghana Consider Joining BRICS?
In recent years, BRICS, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has emerged as a powerful economic bloc challenging Western dominance in global affairs. With its growing influence in trade, finance, and geopolitics, BRICS presents an attractive alternative for countries looking to diversify their economic partnerships. Several nations, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab […]
Without the Church, Ghana’s Moral Decay Would Be Worse – President Mahama
By Celestine AviPresident John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed the critical role of the church in shaping Ghana’s moral fabric, countering claims that rising crime and immorality signal a failure of faith. Addressing the clergy at the “Mahama Fellowships with the Clergy” event in the Ashanti Region, he urged Christian leaders to strengthen unity, expand their […]
President Mahama Vows to Complete Stalled Projects in the Ashanti Region, Calls for Clergy Unity
By Celestine Avi President John Dramani Mahama has assured the clergy and people of the Ashanti Region that his administration will prioritize the completion of key infrastructure projects that have stalled under the previous government. Addressing religious leaders during a fellowship in Kumasi, he reaffirmed his commitment to development, vowing to complete major projects, including […]
From Security Guard to Pharmacy Star: Yahaya’s Inspiring Journey to KNUST’s Best Student
Yahaya started life as a G4S Security man stationed at Vivo Energy. He had ‘blown’ his WASSCE with flying colours but had no money to pursue his education. He missed his first admission at the university of Ghana to pursue Dr of Pharmacy because he had no money, no helper and no hope. His attitude […]
Haruna Iddrisu Commits to Integrating UEW-Trained Teachers into GES
By Sarah Baafi In a move aimed at addressing the employment challenges faced by graduates of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), the Minister of Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has pledged to integrate UEW-trained teachers into the Ghana Education Service (GES). This commitment was made during a courtesy call by a delegation from UEW, led […]
IFAB Approves new rule to tackle goalkeeper time wasting
By Kwame Bediako The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has announced a groundbreaking change to the game of football, set to take effect from the 2025/2026 season. The new rule, an amendment to Law 12.2, will address intentional time-wasting tactics by goalkeepers. Under the revised law, if a goalkeeper holds onto the ball for […]
