National Accreditation Board warns public on two UK Universities
The National Accreditation Board (NAB) says the Commonwealth University and London Graduate School, UK have not been accredited by the relevant body to award any form of Degree, be it regular or honorary in Ghana. The Board has, therefore, warned the public and dignitaries who have received letters from the two institutions and are to […]
UK returns Ethiopian emperor's hair
The British National Army Museum has returned to the Ethiopian government the hair locks of Emperor Tewodros II – more than 150 years after they were taken during the invasion of the African state. Ethiopians sang and danced as the two pieces of hair were handed over to Culture and Tourism Minister Hirut Weldemariam at […]
UN International Day Of Happiness
NEWS COMMENTARY ON UN INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS. The International Day of Happiness is celebrated worldwide on the 20th of March every year. It was conceptualised and founded by philanthropist, activist, statesman, and prominent United Nations special advisor Jayme Illien to inspire, mobilise, and advance the global happiness movement. The International Day of Happiness was […]
Ghana joins world to mark Oral Health Day
A Dentist at the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital, Dr. Akua Kissi says it has become necessary for Ghanaians to inculcate the habit of visiting the dentist at least twice a year to check the state of their oral health. She said the only time most Ghanaians visit the dental clinic is when they have a […]
Former President Mahama debunks rumor on picking running mate
The camp of former President John Mahama says he has not yet decided who to pick as his running mate for next year’s general elections. This follows rumours that Mr. Mahama has tipped economist Prof. John Gatsi as his running mate. According to the office of the former President, there are a number of […]
Africa Climate Week
NEWS COMMENTARY ON BALANCING MITIGATION AMBITIONS WITH ADAPTATION: PLACING AGROECOLOGY AT THE CENTER OF CLIMATE ACTION IN AFRICAAs Governments of Africa convene in Accra, Ghana for a week-long Climate Change event dubbed, “Africa Climate Week”, they are expected to articulate bold actions to build the resilience of communities on the continent and demonstrate commitment to […]
Disbanding vigilante groups: NPP writes to NDC again
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has again written to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) about the need to convene their first meeting this week over the disbandment of vigilante groups. This comes a month after President Akufo-Addo in his third State of the Nation Address directed the two parties to meet within a week of […]
Callum Hudson-Odoi: Chelsea winger called up to England squad from Under-21s
Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi – who is yet to start a Premier League game – says he is “shocked” to have received his first England call-up. The 18-year-old was brought into the England squad on Monday for the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against the Czech Republic and Montenegro. He has played 19 games for Chelsea […]
18th March, 2019
THE Ghanaian Times Is disappointed at the turn of events at the University of Education, Winneba. The Paper believes the current impasse is as a result of lack of understanding, mistrust and non-adherence to the rules and regulations governing the University. It notes that if the University Council and other stakeholders had sought reconciliation with […]
Indian Wells: Dominic Thiem beats Roger Federer to win title
Dominic Thiem ended Roger Federer’s bid for a record sixth Indian Wells title with a battling three-set victory in the final in California. The Austrian seventh seed fought back to beat Federer 3-6 6-3 7-5. Swiss Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam champion, converted just two of 11 break points and made 32 unforced errors to […]
On-loan Arsenal keeper Ospina collapses during Napoli game
Arsenal goalkeeper, David Ospina was taken to hospital after collapsing during Napoli’s Serie A match against Udinese on Sunday. The Colombian, on a season-long loan at Napoli, sustained a blow to the head when he collided with Ignacio Pussetto early in the match. He then fell to the ground shortly before the break after Udinese […]
Juventus suffer first defeat of season at Genoa
Juventus have suffered their first Serie A defeat of the season losing 2-0 to Genoa days after the Turin club’s heroics against Atletico Madrid. Ronaldo missed the trip to Genoa after firing Juve to the Champions League quarter-finals with a hat-trick over Atletico Madrid during the week. Former Juve player Stefano Sturaro curled in the […]
Messi hat-trick earns standing ovation from Betis fans
Lionel Messi struck a stunning hat trick as Barcelona opened up a 10-point gap at the top of La Liga with a 4-1 away win over Real Betis on Sunday evening. The Argentine was the star of the show, opening the scoring with a sensational free-kick from 20 yards out before adding a second on […]
Europa League: Arsenal play Napoli, Chelsea face Slavia Prague in quarter-finals
Arsenal have been drawn against Napoli, while Chelsea take on Slavia Prague in the Europa League quarter-finals. Villarreal face fellow Spanish side Valencia with Portuguese team Benfica playing Germany’s Eintracht Frankfurt. The first and second legs will be played on 11 April and 18 April, with the semi-final draw keeping Arsenal and Chelsea apart should […]
