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  • Give us TnT, else we won’t vote – Suame delegates to Kennedy’s camp

    Give us TnT, else we won’t vote – Suame delegates to Kennedy’s camp

    More than 200 delegates from the Suame Constituency of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) are reportedly considering boycotting the presidential primaries if they do not receive financial support from Kennedy Agyapong’s camp.

    While over 800 delegates have already cast their votes, around 200 have expressed their intention to abstain from the event due to what they refer to as a lack of “transport money.”

    In an interview with TV3, two of the delegates urged Kennedy Agyapong to show his support in the constituency, or they would withhold their votes.

    They mentioned that they have already received financial support from the camp of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia but have yet to receive any assistance from Kennedy Agyapong.

    One of the delegates suggested that Kennedy Agyapong might have allocated funds for their “transport,” but they have not yet received them. Consequently, they called on Kennedy Agyapong’s representatives to release the funds, or they would refrain from voting.

    “We’ve come from far so we need help. We don’t have a problem with Bawumia but where is Ken? We are waiting for Ken; otherwise, we will not vote”, he said.

    The issue of vote-buying has become prevalent during the ongoing NPP presidential primaries on November 4, 2023.

    In the La Dade Kotokopon constituency, TV3 reports that some delegates allege they have received GHC450 from the camp of the vice president.

    A viral video on social media features a candidate named Sir Collins, who explained that he chose to vote for Kennedy Agyapong because he found the money offered by Agyapong’s camp more appealing than that of the vice president.

    During an interview with GHOne TV, Collins expressed his profound dissatisfaction, characterizing Dr. Bawumia’s offer of a mere GH¢400 per delegate as an insult.

    Collins emphasized the disparities in resources and support, questioning why another contender, Kennedy Agyapong, who reportedly has less support from government appointees and the party’s rank and file, offered GH¢300.

    “I voted for Ken,” he said in the Twi language as he proceeded to give his reason.

    “Bawumia has the support of ministers, MCEs and government officials yet they gave us GH¢400 while Ken gave us GH¢300. That’s an insult. How can you have the support of everyone and give us GH¢400 when an individual Ken is giving us GH¢300?”

    On GTV, another delegate, Samed Nuhu, who serves as a polling station executive, emphasized that delegates in the Krowor constituency should not let the money they’ve received from the candidates sway their decisions.

    He confirmed receiving money from both the Bawumia and Kennedy Agyapong camps but pledged to vote for the person he believes will keep the party in power.

    He admitted to voting for Bawumia and revealed that he received an envelope containing money, although he expressed disappointment that the amount wasn’t substantial.

    “I have finished voting and gone for my envelope but the money isn’t much. The process has been cool and without hitches. The people are also conducting themselves well so its going on smoothly. I also took an envelope from Ken. I didn’t fight for it but they give it to me. I have not opened the envelopes yet”, he said.

    In the Ellembelle constituency, some delegates are cling that the monies offered them are beyond expectations.

    Some angry polling station executives in the Ellembelle constituency of the Western region have accused the election committee of cheating.

    “We were told that they would give us GHC100 each to take cars to Nkroful here to vote, but they have given us just GHC50”, they said.

    “They have cheated us because these monies are from the national headquarters, and it is not fair at all. We are telling the national executives that they should call our constituency executives to order and add the GHC50 before we leave here”, they added.

  • 2023 Ballon d’Or: Which players did Ghana, Nigeria vote for?

    2023 Ballon d’Or: Which players did Ghana, Nigeria vote for?

    France Football, the organisation behind the Ballon d’Or Award ceremony, has published the complete voting list for the 2023 Ballon d’Or, in which Lionel Messi emerged as the winner.

    A panel of 100 journalists from various countries was selected to cast their votes for the 30 shortlisted players.

    Representing Ghana, Michael Oti Adjei from the TV3 network participated in the voting, and for Nigeria, Samm Audu from scorenigeria had a vote.

    The selection of journalists is based on FIFA’s rankings, ensuring that one journalist from each of the top 100 ranked nations has a vote.

    The voting process entails each journalist selecting their top five players, with the first choice receiving six points, the second choice getting four points, the third choice receiving three points, the fourth choice earning two points, and the fifth choice getting one point.

    The three players with the highest total points constitute the top three shortlist, with the player receiving the highest points among them winning the award.

    Oti Adjei voted for Erling Haaland, Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Kevin De Bruyne, and Victor Osimhen as his top five choices. On the other hand, Audu voted for Messi, Haaland, Mbappe, Osimhen, and Jude Bellingham.

    Messi secured the top spot in the cumulative votes, amassing 462 points, surpassing Haaland, who secured the second position with 357 points.

    This victory marked Lionel Messi’s eighth Ballon d’Or award, further extending his record as the player with the most Ballon d’Or awards, three more than Cristiano Ronaldo.

  • Jurors return to their post back to work after strike

    Jurors return to their post back to work after strike

    Jurors who had ceased their duties due to unpaid allowances have now returned to work at the High Court in Accra.

    Their protest last Monday compelled judges to adjourn murder cases, as reported by the Daily Graphic in Accra.

    According to sources, the jurors had decided to halt their work because they had not received their allowances for the period from January to June 2023.

    However, as of yesterday at 11:00 a.m., it was observed that jurors under the criminal jurisdiction of the High Court had resumed their work, and court cases were once again being heard.

    The jury comprises seven ordinary but educated individuals who, under the guidance of a judge, make determinations regarding the guilt or innocence of an accused person in cases tried upon indictment.

    Cases
    On Monday, October 30 of this year, two murder cases being heard at the High Court in Accra were unable to proceed, as jurors in both cases had abandoned their duties because of outstanding arrears.

    The cases in question were the trials of 14 accused individuals in connection with the death of a military officer, Major Maxwell Mahama, and two teenagers involved in the death of an 11-year-old boy in Kasoa, Central Region.

    Although the accused parties, state representatives, and defence counsel were all present in court, the proceedings had to be adjourned due to the absence of the jurors.

    This marked the third instance this year in which jurors had discontinued their duties due to unpaid arrears.

    In April of this year, jurors handling the murder case of the late Member of Parliament for the Abuakwa North Constituency, J.B. Danquah Adu, had notified the presiding judge that they could not continue attending court proceedings due to the non-payment of their allowances, which had not been disbursed since March 2022.

    Cost

    The jurors explained that the failure to pay the allowances affected their ability to carry out their duties because they could not continue to bear the cost of footing their transportation to attend the court hearings.

    Again, in July this year, proceedings in some cases, including murder and manslaughter, were suspended in the Upper West Region after jurors staged a walkout over their allowances, which had been in arrears since 2021.

  • NPP decides as over 200,000 decide fate candidates of ahead of the 2024 elections

    NPP decides as over 200,000 decide fate candidates of ahead of the 2024 elections

    Today, a total of 203,439 New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates are expected to exercise their voting rights in all 276 constituencies across the country to choose a flag bearer who will lead the party in the 2024 general election.

    Some delegates, particularly those from diaspora branches, will cast their votes at the party headquarters in Asylum Down, Accra, which adds up to a total of 277 voting centres for the polls.

    The governing NPP has four presidential aspirants who emerged from a selection process involving ten candidates through the Super Delegates Conference.

    The outcome of today’s vote will determine who will be entrusted with the party’s leadership and the potential to break the pattern of no party ruling for more than eight consecutive years since the Fourth Republic began.

    The four aspirants and their respective positions on the ballot are as follows: Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Member of Parliament for Assin Central, is in the first position; Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia occupies the second position on the ballot; Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto, a former Minister of Food and Agriculture, is listed third on the ballot sheet; and Francis Addai-Nimoh, a former MP for Ashanti Mampong, is the fourth on the ballot.

    EC/Police

    The Director of Electoral Services of the Electoral Commission (EC), Dr. Serebour Quaicoe, confirmed to the Daily Graphic that the electoral management body, entrusted by the party with sole responsibility for overseeing the election, is fully prepared for the polls.

    All electoral materials have been dispatched to voting centres throughout the country.

    During a meeting with the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Presidential Elections Committee (PEC) and representatives of the presidential aspirants a week ago, the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, provided assurance of a robust police presence during the election.

    He affirmed the police force’s commitment to fulfilling its role in both internal party and national elections, contributing to the advancement of the nation’s democracy.

    “All we require from you is that you support us in order to play our roles, and with that, we will be able to ensure that the police and the EC will do their work, all the people who will be voting across the country will come out freely and willingly to vote and all the agents will do what they are supposed to do,” he said.

    https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NpV62IedRPg

    PEC

    The Prof. Mike Oquaye-chaired PEC, tasked with conducting the presidential primary of the party, has reiterated its commitment to ensure a transparent, free and fair election.

    The guidelines issued by the party directed that there would be no congregation on the day of voting; hence, no provision would be made to address delegates or the public by any national, regional or constituency executives, contestants or their representatives or any government official on the day of the voting.

    It said no government official or any delegate listed to vote in the election could serve as an agent.

    Those banned from serving as polling agents for the aspirants are metropolitan, municipal and district chief executives, ministers and their deputies, MPs, chief executive officers of state-owned enterprises, managing directors of government institutions, national, regional, constituency, electoral area coordinators and polling station executives.

    Voting

    It stated that voting would take place in an open place in the full glare of the public.

    “Any person found directing a delegate on which contestant to vote commits an offence and shall be removed by the police,” the guidelines said.

    It said the EC and the police “shall enforce and adhere to restricting delegates from taking their phones and other electronic photographic gadgets to the voting scene”, and that any vote that had been shown to the public would be nullified.

    “The police has also been directed to deny and arrest influencers,’machomen’, and undesignated persons,” it added.

    The guidelines also directed presiding officers not to call out the names of delegates in the queue to vote, adding that individuals would walk to the officials and they would be assisted to vote accordingly.

    Other measures

    The NPP General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua, at a meeting with the four aspirants and leaders of the party in Accra last Thursday, also announced that because the constituency council of elders and the constituency council of patrons were not part of the electoral college, the PEC had decided to make the chairmen of the two organs oversee the constituency elections.

    “They are the ones to supervise the elections at the constituency, and no officer of the party, be it constituency officer or regional officer, will have any power to interfere in the work of this committee. The police, the EC and the aspirants will be dealing directly with this committee,” he added.

    He said suspended members of the party, whose cases had not been dealt with by the disciplinary committee, would be allowed to vote.

    However, if the committee had recommended sanctions and upheld them, the person would not be allowed to vote.

    He announced that all members of the party, whether they had paid up their dues fully or not, must be allowed to cast their ballot.
    The writer is Executive Director.
    Centre for Communication and Culture

    Stay tuned to our live updates page for ongoing coverage of the election.

  • Major Mahama died for nothing

    Major Mahama died for nothing

    Resignations from the highest office of the land, anywhere in the world, are rare and usually come usually after protracted internal power-play.
    When on August 8, 1974, Richard Milhous Nixon announced his resignation as the 37th President of the United States, he was bowing to pressures from leaders of his party after two years of bitter public debate over the Watergate scandals.

    Resignations from the highest office of the land, anywhere in the world, are rare and come after protracted internal power-play.
    When on August 8, 1974, Richard Milhous Nixon announced his resignation as the 37th President of the United States, he was bowing to pressures from leaders of his party after two years of bitter public debate over the Watergate scandals.

    On November 22, 1990, when Margaret Thatcher, three times British Prime Minister, announced her resignation after eleven years in office, it was the result of disaffection within her own party.

    Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned from his seat in the House of Commons in connection with wild parties held in his (Prime Minister’s) official home office when the country was in lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

    In Ghana, resignations from high office have become unthinkable. In his broadcast to announce the coup of December 31, Rawlings asked Ghanaians to take him to the firing range “if what I’ve tried to do for the second time in my life does not meet the approval of Ghanaians”.

    Great speech.

    The question was, who, in Ghana, could dare tell Rawlings that he had failed?

    I am not unmindful of the supreme sacrifices of the few brave ones.
    On line

    On July 11, 2017, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, addressing a two-day workshop on galamsey for traditional leaders, vowed that “I am prepared to put my Presidency on the line on this matter.”

    As I write this Tuesday morning, rivers that have been with us for centuries are drying up.

    Farmlands are being destroyed and our water is polluted.

    It is estimated that we lose $2.3 billion annually to galamsey.

    Five years later, on October 5, 2022, Akufo-Addo, speaking to the National House of Chiefs at Manyhia on Wednesday, admitted that his government “is yet to win the fight against illegal mining”.

    Everybody knows what this means, yet who dares to bell the cat: you would be tagged instantly.

    Yet we know that when someone puts their “job on the line”, it admits of no other interpretations, no ambiguities in interpretation.

    Our President has all but thrown in the towel.

    Call it candour, call it honesty, the President is stating one fact: he has failed – the biggest battle we ever fought.

    We failed because, despite all the nice words, the President has not seen, and does not see galamsey the way it is.

    A friend and senior professional colleague, Frank Apeagyei, sees it this way:

    “It is a war, simplicita, and it ought to be fought as such.

    Wars are not fought with laws and committees.”

    I couldn’t agree more.
    Great question

    In 1862, German Chancellor Otto von Bismark told his people that the great questions of the day would not be decided by speeches and majority resolutions — but by blood and iron!”

    Bismark said it at the time, and it is true for all time, that the weak will always be devoured by the strong.”

    In Ghana, our leaders, except for Rawlings, have emboldened and empowered the galamseyers into devourers.

    If galamsey were a war in the language of Akufo-Addo, why would his government free Aisha Huang, the Chinese woman described as the ‘Queen of Galamsey’?

    We have failed because of the President’s strategy for prosecuting the war.

    Commissions and committees are good, but, at best, they will only present a report – as Professor Frimpong Boateng did.

    He submitted a report that was not only ignored for two whole years but was finally trashed.

    He was not only questioned but also arrested, even if technically so, while those he accused had never been invited – even for tea and biscuits!

    We have failed because galamsey is the reward for party loyalty.

    Is any Ghanaian surprised when the Attorney-General says there is no hard evidence to nail the so-called big fishes?

    Did the A-G look for the evidence? The award-winning documentary by Joy FM’s Erastus Asare Donkor has evidence to put 20 culprits into prison.

    Is he?

    The President must be a man under moral pressure – or is he?

    When certain individuals generally considered the moral conscience of the nation, start voicing their worry about national affairs, Akufo-Addo must worry that all his holy mantras are in tatters.

    Two of them — the respected Justice Atuguba and Professor Stephen Adei—have made statements that question the integrity of the political leadership of the country.

    There have been recent references to “people without official positions but who push through agendas”.

    These are voices no president dares ignore.

    These people don’t mean ill.

    And, whatever happened to the “missing” excavators?

  • ‘I’m too old for a show off’ – Pep on Roy Keane’s criticism after Manchester derby win

    ‘I’m too old for a show off’ – Pep on Roy Keane’s criticism after Manchester derby win


    Pep Guardiola has addressed Roy Keane’s criticism of the lively on-field conversation he had with Erling Haaland following the Manchester derby.

    After Manchester City’s 3-0 victory over United on Sunday, a camera captured Guardiola discussing Haaland’s heading technique as they exited the Old Trafford pitch.

    Roy Keane, a Sky Sports pundit and former Manchester United midfielder, accused Pep of “putting on a show” and suggested that the City manager should reserve tactical discussions for the dressing room.


    “I respect Roy Keane a lot,” Guardiola told reporters on Friday. “Sometimes I finish the game and go inside; sometimes I stay there. When I find a player, we chat about the game.

    “I know the camera is there; it is everywhere. I could tell him [Haaland] when we were inside but at that moment I was outside because I wanted to be with the fans, especially away. For the fans, United is an important game.


    “We chatted about the second goal, the miss for the last minute with the [Andre] Onana action [save]. He [Haaland] could be better and stronger. The header [could be] stronger to put the ball in the back of the net with more power.”


    Guardiola emphasised that publicly discussing issues with players is nothing new for him. He added, “It happened with Erling [Haaland] in Burnley. I can avoid it. Maybe Roy is right but it happens. I don’t need to do something for people my age.

    “Sometimes I go inside; sometimes I say ‘hi’ to the referees. It’s what I feel in the moment. I don’t think after the game to go to the players to do some spectacle for the people. I’m old enough already.

    “I’ve done it all my career. I did it at Bayern [Munich] sometimes with Joshua Kimmich. It depends on the moment but it is not to make us feel how special we are.”


    After enjoying a rare midweek without a match, City will look to keep up the pressure on Premier League leaders Tottenham when they welcome Bournemouth to the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.

  • ‘We will find out soon enough’, even you know it wouldn’t be easy – Ursula to Kennedy Agyapong

    ‘We will find out soon enough’, even you know it wouldn’t be easy – Ursula to Kennedy Agyapong

    Member of Parliament for the Ablekuma West Constituency, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has asserted that her constituency will deliver a clear message to New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful Kennedy Agyapong about his standing within the constituency following the conclusion of the party’s presidential election.

    Ursula has stated that the key influencers in the constituency have pledged their support to flagbearer hopeful Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and are fully committed to the “DMB project.”

    She further expressed confidence that Bawumia will secure an overwhelming victory in the constituency, earning nothing less than 80% of the total votes.

    “I know what the kingmakers in this constituency have told me. We have had an extensive conversation with them and they’ve told us that they are fully aligned and behind the DMB project. So we are just waiting to see by what margin he wins in this constituency,” she told Joy News.

    “We will find out soon enough. Nothing less than 80%,” she added.

    The Minister of Communications and Digitalization also noted that Kenedy Agyapong is aware that outwitting Bawumia looks impossible.

    “At the end of the day, everybody will see their smoothness level in this constituency. Even he knows that it will be a really, really uphill task for him to change what has already been ordained.

    “We’ve been working here for a long time. We’ve lived with our constituents for a long time. We’ve engaged with them; we’ve spoken to them and they’ve told us what their concerns are and what their expectations are.”

    The NPP is on the verge of selecting a new flagbearer to succeed President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as the party’s leader for the 2024 general election.

    Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Kennedy Agyapong, the Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto, and Francis Addai-Nimoh are the candidates vying for the leadership role.

    The eagerly awaited presidential primaries are scheduled for today, November 4, 2023.

  • Trafigura deal: Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK assures that Ghana’s assets will not be sold

    Trafigura deal: Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK assures that Ghana’s assets will not be sold

    Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK and Ireland, Papa Owusu-Ankomah, has provided assurance that Ghana’s assets in the UK will not be liquidated to cover the $140 million judgment debt arising from the Trafigura deal.

    He mentioned that the Ministry of Finance is actively working to expedite the settlement of the debt.

    Previously, one of Ghana’s UK properties, the Regina House, which is utilized for commercial purposes, was earmarked for potential sale. Nonetheless, the High Commissioner confirmed that this property would not be utilized to offset any portion of the debt.

    “We will not get to that stage where these assets will be sold to defray the debts, because of progress made on reaching a settlement,” he said as quoted by myjoyonline.com.

    He added that reports that the judgment deal had brought work at the High Commission to a standstill are untrue.

    “Whatever happened has not affected work or the services that we are offering here in London and the UK,” he said.

    A United Kingdom High Court rejected the Ghanaian government’s challenge to the procedures used for serving it with proceedings related to a judgment debt claim by GPGC, a subsidiary of the international commodities company Trafigura.

    GPGC had taken legal action against the Ghanaian government due to the termination of two power agreements and was granted a judgment debt of US$140 million by a UK court.

    However, Ghana argued that, in accordance with existing laws, the company should have served the government through diplomatic channels rather than using alternative methods, as permitted by a previous ruling.

    The High Court determined that Ghana’s invocation of the State Immunity Act provisions to prevent Trafigura from serving them with judgment debt documents through post and email was not valid.

  • Ghana – UK trade reached a record £2.4bn in 2022 – British High Commissioner to Ghana

    Ghana – UK trade reached a record £2.4bn in 2022 – British High Commissioner to Ghana

    British High Commissioner to Ghana, Madam Harriet Thompson, has revealed that trade between Ghana and the United Kingdom (UK) has experienced consistent growth, reaching £2.4 billion in 2022.

    During this period, Ghana’s primary agricultural exports to the UK included vegetables and fruits valued at £59.4 million, fish and shellfish worth £39.6 million, and coffee, tea, and cocoa with an approximate value of £18.7 million.

    At a reception to welcome a delegation from the Agriculture and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) of the UK, the High Commissioner emphasized the significance of meat in the trade relationship between Ghana and the UK.

    The 10-member AHDB delegation is engaged in a three-day trade mission to Ghana with the objective of establishing closer collaborations in areas such as improved genetics and agricultural innovation, encompassing both arable and livestock agriculture.

    Madam Thompson, while addressing the gathering at her residence in Accra, emphasised the British High Commission’s commitment to increasing trade volumes between the two nations by facilitating British exports to Ghana and Ghanaian exports to the UK.

    The delegation, comprising UK meat producers and exporters, has been introduced to meat importers in a bid to foster new connections and business relationships for companies in both Ghana and the UK.

    The British High Commissioner noted that Ghana stood as one of the largest importers of British meat beyond the European Union (EU) and expressed optimism that trade figures would see further growth with the delegation’s visit to Ghana.

    Between 2019 and 2021, Ghana held the distinction of being the most significant importer of British beef among all exports outside the EU and represented one of the primary non-EU destinations for British sheep meat.

    Madam Thompson also highlighted the UK’s world-leading agri-tech expertise, which encompasses various fields such as satellite farm networks, precision agriculture, engineering, crop protection, soil health, livestock productivity, health, welfare, and agri-data.

    “Our business and trade team at the British High Commission in Accra is always ready to help businesses identify partners with that expertise to help their businesses grow,” she said.

    The agriculture sector contributed nearly 19 percent to Ghana’s Gross Domestic Product in 2022 and around 40 percent of the country’s workforce.

    Therefore, Madam Thompson said, “The growth in Ghana’s agriculture really matters, so the expertise that the UK can bring really matters.”


    She suggested that the UK’s expertise and investments could play a vital role in supporting the second phase of the Planting for Food and Jobs program, which underscores the importance of commercial agriculture, as announced by the President.

    Within the framework of the UK-Ghana Trade Partnership Agreement, there exists a provision for both duty-free and unrestricted access to British markets and products.

    She also highlighted the Growth Gateway, a UK government initiative offering free business support services to both UK and African businesses, facilitating access to markets in both the UK and Africa.

    The Ambassador urged Ghanaian exporters and producers to seize this opportunity, as it provides tailored support to help them advance to the next level of their export endeavours.

    Dr. Awal Fuseini, Senior Exports Manager (AHDB) and the head of the delegation, emphasised that this mission was mutually beneficial, aiming to bolster collaboration and enable meat importers to establish direct access to supplies in the UK.

    Regarding the advantages of this partnership for Ghanaian producers, he stressed that the agriculture sector, in general, would benefit from improved genetics in terms of animal breeds while assisting in addressing the meat supply deficit in the UK.

    Dr. Fuseini also commended the government’s Rearing for Food and Jobs Program, which aims to boost animal and meat production in Ghana.

    However, he said, “You need the right animals, veterinary interventions, the right feed and the right housing to be able to commercialise production.”

    Dr Fuseini, also the Sector Manager for Halal, said, “There’s no point turning animals to a farmer who hasn’t got the right feed, the right housing, and the right veterinary interventions.”

  • GFA officially announces rescheduled date for the Hearts of Oak versus Hearts of Lions match

    GFA officially announces rescheduled date for the Hearts of Oak versus Hearts of Lions match

    Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially scheduled the postponed Premier League match between Heart of Lions and Hearts of Oak for Wednesday, November 8.

    This fixture will take place at the Hohoe Sports Stadium.

    “The Ghana Football Association has announced dates for two outstanding BetPawa Premier League matchday five matches.

    “The match between Heart of Lions FC and Heart of Oak SC will be played on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at the Hohoe Sports Stadium,” a communiqué from the Ghana FA said on Friday, November 3.

    Meanwhile, the other outstanding Ghana Premier League game between Medeama SC and Nsoatreman FC will be played on Thursday, November 9.

    “Medeama SC will also host Nsoatreman FC at Akoon Park on Thursday, November 9, 2023, in their outstanding league fixture,” the GFA communiqué said.

    All of the pending Premier League matches set for next week will commence at 3 p.m.

  • There’s no point begging Alan to return, he made a bad decision – Atta Akyea

    There’s no point begging Alan to return, he made a bad decision – Atta Akyea

    Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Samuel Atta Akyea, has declared unequivocally that Alan Kyeremanten’s departure from the party following his defeat in the presidential primaries was unnecessary.

    In response to the party’s decision to allow the four candidates to sign the pledge not to resign, he stated, “Every election has rules and regulations, and party members should respect and abide by these rules.”

    He went on to say that anyone who loses an election and leaves the party is not a good candidate or a trustworthy person who should be followed.

    He told the parliamentary press corps that “what Alan did was terrible.” When running for office, you should be aware that there are rules that govern elections. He didn’t have to resign from the NPP.”

    He also believes that individuals who want Alan to be talked to so he will return to the NPP should cease since it is unnecessary.

    He claimed that the fact that he left the party in the first place demonstrates that he was never a member of the party in the first place.

    “Why should we beg you to rejoin a party you claimed to be a member of?” Who should come up to you and persuade you to come back to the party?

    “Why should you leave the party in the first place if you were a member? Anyone who suggests that we must beg him to return is hazardous. “Leaving the party was a bad decision, and there’s no reason for us to go and beg him to come back,” he added.

  • NPP polls: This is wrong – Asiedu Nketiah blasts NPP’s MoU to prevent flagbearers from quitting party

    NPP polls: This is wrong – Asiedu Nketiah blasts NPP’s MoU to prevent flagbearers from quitting party

    The National Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has voiced criticism against the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for requiring its flagbearer hopefuls to sign an agreement promoting unity and cooperation before, during, and after the party’s presidential election, scheduled for November 4.

    The decision to have the four NPP flagbearer aspirants sign a four-page Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was reached following discussions between the National Council of Elders and the aspirants.

    The purpose of this agreement is to establish a framework for fostering harmony and solidarity within the party.

    However, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has raised questions about the wisdom of such an agreement.

    He expressed concerns about the potential consequences of preventing candidates from voicing grievances if they believe they have been treated unfairly during the election process.

    He also expressed surprise that legal experts within the party were involved in drafting the MoU, as it implies that, once signed, the agreement automatically resolves all potential disputes and conflicts.

    “Who can make laws in this country that, if you are being cheated, you shouldn’t complain? Apart from command institutions like the military, where action is taken before complaining, in the free world, I am surprised that great lawyers sat down to draft this MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) that, when signed, becomes the solution,” he said.

    He continued, “I believe that is not the right approach. I am urging them that if there are issues that their candidates have raised, they need to address them. This will ensure peace after the post-election period.”

    A document obtained by GhanaWeb contains six clauses, with four of them being central to the process. These key clauses include the acceptance of primary election results, the promotion of peace and unity, a commitment not to resign from the party, and a pledge to support the eventual winner.

    The remaining two clauses pertain to the enforcement mechanisms of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and its timeline and duration, which span from the moment it was signed until the announcement of the election’s winner.

    All four aspirants who attended the meeting, along with the Chair of the Elections Committee, Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, and his vice and secretary, affixed their signatures to the document.

    Following the meeting, Justin Frimpong Koduah, the General Secretary of the NPP, addressed the press and explained that the aspirants have committed to embracing the primary election results while prioritising the party’s interests.

    “We were able to get all four aspirants to sign an undertaking, and in summary, they are to accept the primary results and promote peace and cohesion. If they don’t win, they will not resign from the party and will support the winner of the primary,” Koduah stated.

    Additionally, the aspirants have agreed to “ensure and enforce mechanisms that have been established by the party and also work within the timelines and duration that have been established by the party from now until the results are declared, and to respect the decision of the delegates of our party.”

    Saturday’s presidential primaries are expected to be a closely watched event, with Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia tipped by many as the front-runner in the race.

    His main contender is Kennedy Agyapong, Member of Parliament for Assin Central, while former Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto, and former Mampong MP, Francis Addai-Nimoh, are also in the race for the flagbearer position.

  • Robbers demanded US$160K ransom for abducted SA Church of Pentecost deacon – Sources

    Robbers demanded US$160K ransom for abducted SA Church of Pentecost deacon – Sources

    Armed robbers, during their raid on a Church of Pentecost branch in South Africa, took a church member hostage and subsequently demanded a ransom for their release.

    According to a source within the church, as reported by Joy News based in Accra, the robbers requested a sum of US$160,000 to free the deacon.

    However, the source also mentioned that no payment was made before the deacon’s release.

    It’s possible that the widespread attention drawn to their criminal act may have prompted the robbers to abandon their initial ransom demand.

    “They had demanded that the money be paid in four days or the church would have itself to blame. Thank God the footage of the incident went viral. It is certain that is what broke their resolve and scampered with their plans.

    “The church did not pay anything. Eventually, the abductors set the deacon (name withheld) free in an outlandish location.

    “A good Samaritan discovered him where they abandoned him by the roadside,” the source is quoted to have said.

    “The good Samaritan took him to the nearest police station, from where the Ghana High Commission and church leaders were alerted of his discovery,” they added.

    The incident occurred a week ago in Johannesburg, and the release of the hostage was officially confirmed on November 1 by Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Charles Owiredu.

    The incident was captured on video, showing the criminals entering the church premises while a service was in progress.

    In the footage, the priest and other congregants can be seen lying flat on the ground, complying with the menacing robbers and surrendering their valuables.

  • Don’t be complacent – Alan Kyerematen to NDC ahead of 2024 elections

    Independent flagbearer hopeful Alan Kyerematen, has cautioned the National Democratic Congress (NDC) about potential complacency ahead of the 2024 elections, highlighting the danger of assuming an automatic shift in power every eight years.

    Kyerematen, addressing his supporters in Kumasi, highlighted what he perceives as a prevalent mindset within the NDC that anticipates a change in government every eight years, regardless of the quality of governance.

    He stressed the need to avoid the notion of ‘it’s your turn’ as a determining factor for leadership transitions.

    “The NDC operates under the belief that a change in government occurs every eight years, adhering to the principle of ‘it’s your turn.’

    However, this perspective disregards the essence of meritocracy. I, Alan, would have been a flagbearer of the NPP if I adhered to such a principle,” Kyerematen stated.

    His departure from the NPP and subsequent establishment of a new political movement arose due to diverging perspectives on leadership principles.

    “In my case, the grassroots pushed for me to lead, but there was opposition from certain quarters. Consequently, I’ve moved on to form a separate political movement,” he added.

    Kyerematen further suggested that the belief in an eight-year power cycle could create an opening for broader change in the political landscape.

    He suggested the possibility of a departure from the typical partisan structure and alluded to a scenario in which Ghana could see the election of a non-partisan president.

    “So, if the NDC thinks it has eight years and therefore it is their turn to come to power, the Movement for Change is coming… and in 2024, history will be made in this country and you will have the first president of Ghana who will be elected as the first non-partisan president,” Kyerematen stated.

    Alan Kyerematen, a key figure in the establishment of the New Patriotic Party, has veered away from the party and shifted his attention to his new political movement.

  • They said govt has blocked my visa – Kofi Amoabeng narrates how he was prevented from entering USA

    They said govt has blocked my visa – Kofi Amoabeng narrates how he was prevented from entering USA

    Founder of the now-defunct UT Bank, Capt. (rtd) Prince Kofi Amoabeng, shared some of the challenges he claims to have faced even before the closure of his bank.

    During an interview on TV3’s The Day Show on November 2, 2023, Kofi Amoabeng mentioned that certain influential individuals within the Akufo-Addo administration, whom he referred to as ‘cockroaches’ driven by jealousy, used state institutions to target him and inflict harm.

    He explained that while he was facing legal proceedings for alleged financial misconduct by the government, the court granted him permission to travel to the United States of America (US) for a medical examination.

    However, according to him, powerful figures within the government manipulated state institutions to inform the US embassy that he posed a security risk, resulting in his prohibition from travelling for the medical check-up.

    “I left the bank about 18 months before the bank closed. I’m in court now as we speak. I mean, 18 months, if there had been anything, it would have come out. Because there was a new MD (managing director) and the board was also functioning.

    “I wanted to go for a medical check-up, and we went to court for them to release my passport to me. After up and down, up and down, the judge said, ‘I don’t see how I would keep his passport; let him go and check himself and come back because, after all, if he dies, the case would die’.

    “I went to the American Embassy, and since I have been going to America since the 1980s, the embassy refused me an entry visa.

    When I checked through the back doors, there was a letter from some government department saying I was a security risk,” he narrated.

  • NPP polls: Money sharing during polls, a cause for worry – Dr Asah Asante

    NPP polls: Money sharing during polls, a cause for worry – Dr Asah Asante

    Political science lecturer at the University of Ghana Legon, Dr. Asah Asante, has expressed concern about the prevalence of financial inducements in Ghana’s political landscape.

    In the run-up to the crucial election, the two main contenders, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who is seeking to lead the party in the 2024 general election, and the Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Agyapong, have engaged in mutual allegations.

    Incidents of vote-buying have arisen in the lead-up to the presidential primaries of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    Speaking on the Morning Starr with Francis Abban, the political science lecturer stated: “In a democracy, our leaders’ decisions they take, the ideas they draw out—if we listen to them and we are satisfied, we go with that and we go ahead and vote them into office.

    “We only get there and we are given transport or we demand transport intended for that purpose”.

    “For me, it is a worrying development; for me, that is something we are not doing right. So people have developed this thing to the point that whoever is able to give more has more people attending to you. Because obviously, everybody needs money in this state”.

    “But if there is somebody who will give you more, why would you want to waste your time on another who will give you less? So that is what is happening,” he added.

    Dr. Asante further stated that the sharing of money among delegates in the upcoming NPP presidential primaries is across the board and not by any particular candidate.

  • Look at Kudus viral dribble dribble against Arsenal’s Tomiyasu creating a buzz on social media

    Look at Kudus viral dribble dribble against Arsenal’s Tomiyasu creating a buzz on social media


    Ghanaian midfield sensation, Mohammed Kudus, has sparked a social media frenzy with his incredible display against Arsenal’s Japanese defender, Takehiro Tomiyasu.

    The 23-year-old star exhibited his exceptional talent, leaving fans and football enthusiasts in sheer amazement with his mesmerising performance, which contributed to West Ham’s resounding 3-1 victory over their London rivals at the Olympic Stadium.

    Kudus not only found the net in the match but also wowed everyone with a perfectly executed lofted ball over Tomiyasu, leaving fans and viewers in awe.

    The video capturing Kudus’s skill has quickly gone viral on various social media platforms.

    Since his arrival at West Ham, Kudus has been in scintillating form, tallying four goals in various competitions for the London club.

    His impressive goal haul includes a memorable brace on his Europa League debut as well as strikes in the Premier League and the EFL Cup, where he showcased his prowess against Arsenal.

    Kudus’s electrifying performance has solidified his reputation as one of the brightest talents to emerge from Ghana, and his journey in English football is one that fans are eagerly tracking.

  • He’s a really special player – West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen eulogises Kudus

    He’s a really special player – West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen eulogises Kudus

    West Ham United forward Jarrod Bowen has lauded his teammate, Mohammed Kudus, as an exceptional player following his outstanding performance in their Carabao Cup victory over Arsenal.

    The Black Stars midfielder played a pivotal role in West Ham’s 3-1 triumph over Arsenal at the London Stadium.

    Kudus earned admiration from both fans and teammates for his spectacular goal, doubling West Ham’s lead as he brilliantly connected with Nayef Aguerd’s long-range pass inside the box.

    Bowen, who also had a stellar outing in the match, was quick to praise Kudus for his remarkable talents.

    Speaking about Kudus, Bowen said, “He’s a really special player. We are kind of similar in terms of left-footed off the right wing, so when he has the ball, I kind of think, What would I do? Does he need me to help him or leave the space for him to go one vs. one?”

    Bowen went on to emphasise Kudus’s unique qualities and his ability to make a significant impact on the game.

    The goal Kudus scored in the match perfectly illustrated his talent, from his exquisite touch to the clinical finish.

    ”It’s just about knowing the players and he’s a top, top player. You see, with the goal tonight, the touch and the finish, he’s really, really special,” the West Ham forward said.

    Mohammed Kudus, who joined West Ham United at the start of the season, is making an impressive start to life at the London Stadium and has scored four goals in his first 12 appearances across all competitions.

  • Adebayor’s tactics part of reasons why Man City let go of Kieran Trippier

    Adebayor’s tactics part of reasons why Man City let go of Kieran Trippier

    Former Manchester City right-back Micah Richards has revealed some intriguing incidents at the team’s training ground during the tenure of Italian coach Roberto Mancini that led to the club approving the departure of English full-back Kieran Trippier.

    Trippier, a product of the Manchester City academy, was released by the club in 2012 after a successful loan stint at Burnley.

    During an episode of the Rest is Football podcast, Micah Richards suggested that Emmanuel Adebayor played a part in the club’s choice to let go of Trippier.

    “I just remember in training, we were doing this session of attack versus defence; you might have four defenders versus three attackers or vice versa. He was up against Adebayor, you know Adebayor always went to the left side, held it up and did some skills or whatnot.

    “Every time Adebayor got the ball, he absolutely destroyed Trippier in a one-on-one situation. The manager at the time, I think, was Mancini, but what everyone didn’t know was that the part of his game that was the best was going forward.

    “They were exploiting his weaknesses and not seeing his strengths.

    “When he was allowed to go to Burnley, I remember all of the lads saying this is the biggest mistake ever. Send him out on loan for a couple of seasons, and when he fills out a little bit…but the technique he had, the timing of his runs, the passing, the commitment he showed I was like, he’s going to be a top player,” he said.

    Kieran Trippier’s impressive spell at Burnley in the Championship prompted Tottenham Hotspur to secure his signature. Subsequently, his career trajectory has taken him to clubs like Atletico Madrid and Newcastle.

    Meanwhile, Emmanuel Adebayor made a notable transfer from Arsenal to Manchester City in 2012 for a substantial fee of £25 million.

  • Jude Bellingham shunned Man Utd move in 2020 – Rio Ferdinand details why

    Jude Bellingham shunned Man Utd move in 2020 – Rio Ferdinand details why

    Rio Ferdinand believes that England midfielder Jude Bellingham turned down a move to Manchester United in 2020 due to a lack of guaranteed regular first-team opportunities.

    United made significant efforts to sign the midfielder three years ago, even inviting him and his parents to the club’s Carrington training base in March, just before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

    At the time, Bellingham was with Birmingham City and attracting substantial interest.

    However, the 20-year-old, who is currently regarded as one of the best players in the world, opted to join Borussia Dortmund in July of the same year.

    He believed that Dortmund would provide him with the best platform to elevate his game to the next level. During his nearly three-year stint with the Bundesliga club, he made 132 appearances and scored 24 goals.

    In June, Bellingham was acquired by Real Madrid, where he has excelled, netting 13 goals in his first 13 games, including a brace in a 2-1 victory over Barcelona.

    United, as reported by the Manchester Evening News in December, had not ruled out the possibility of making a second attempt to sign Bellingham in the most recent transfer window

  • I gave Sarkodie a name with my award, his brand was weak – Dr UN ‘brags’

    I gave Sarkodie a name with my award, his brand was weak – Dr UN ‘brags’

    Organiser of the Global Blueprint Excellence Awards, Kwame Owusu Fordjour, who is widely known as Dr. UN, has asserted that he played a part in boosting Sarkodie’s popularity in the country.

    According to him, Sarkodie’s fame in Ghana experienced a surge after his infamous UN award garnered significant attention, particularly when it became clear that the award scheme was not authentic.

    Dr. UN, the organiser of the Global Blueprint Excellence Awards, also stated that he has had several interactions with Sarkodie after the event.

    He emphasised that their relationship has not been as contentious as some people may perceive it to be.

    “I have met Sarkodie several times after the awards; he is my fan. Do you know that I made him Sarkodie? His previous branding was not good enough. If it was not me, why does he trend with the awards?

    “I made him trend all the time. After his issue with Yvonne Nelson, he was not popular until he used my trend and that is where the money is.

    “Why is it that after my award, which was held three years ago, anytime the media interviews him, they hammer on my award?” he said in a video shared by Express GHTV on their Youtube channel.

    When he was asked for his take on Sarkodie’s issue with Yvonne Nelson and what he makes of it, he said, “Sarkodie did not show responsibility as a man. In such situations, you have to man up and accept it whether you have money or not. Leaving her (Yvonne Nelson) to go through that trauma was not the best.”

    Earlier in 2020, social media went wild after the likes of Sarkodie, D-Black, Berla Mundi, members of the academia, and some politicians fell for his fake UN award scam.

  • #ANewForce: Who is the face behind the mask on those giants ‘political’ billboard? Netizens react

    #ANewForce: Who is the face behind the mask on those giants ‘political’ billboard? Netizens react

    If billboards had their own economy, they would likely be sporting smiles, especially with the onset of the political season in the country.

    However, one particular billboard, carrying a message shrouded in mystery, has garnered significant attention in recent days.

    Before delving into the details of this conversation, it’s important to note that the largest opposition party in Ghana, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has experienced its fair share of political fervour in 2023.

    This included the election of John Dramani Mahama, a former president of Ghana, as its flagbearer, along with the selection of parliamentary candidates for all 275 constituencies in the country.

    Conversely, the incumbent party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), is currently immersed in a wave of political excitement as it gears up to choose its flagbearer on November 4, 2023. The selection of its parliamentary candidates is expected to follow at a later date, possibly in 2024.

    But one question that has lingered for decades is, ‘Can Ghana get a third political force: whether from a political party (or an amalgamation of smaller ones) or from independent candidates?’

    Could that be what this new, much-talked-about billboard could be presenting?

    A man in a wooden mask stirs social media reactions:

    The billboard features an image of a man wearing what appears to be a wooden mask. He is attired in a tailored suit, complete with a flying tie and a pocket square, conveying a straightforward message: ‘Leadership for the next generation.’

    On the lower right corner of the billboard, the flag of Ghana is displayed, accompanied by the hashtag #TheNewForce along the bottom.

    The identity of the individual depicted remains a mystery, igniting numerous discussions online.

    While many have suggested that it might be entrepreneur and socialite Nana Kwame Bediako, also known as Freedom Jacob Caesar and popularly referred to as Cheddar, the true identity behind the mask remains undisclosed.

    Until the person behind this enigmatic mask is revealed, speculation continues to abound.

  • Barca: Check out list of likely Lewandowski replacement

    Barca: Check out list of likely Lewandowski replacement

    Barcelona is actively searching for an alternative to their 35-year-old striker, Robert Lewandowski, and Diario Sport has compiled a comprehensive list of forwards that have piqued the interest of the La Liga giants.

    At the top of their list is Manchester United’s Anthony Martial, a 27-year-old Frenchman, despite his recent struggles to make an impact for the Red Devils this season, having played just 221 Premier League minutes without scoring.

    Another candidate is Artem Dovbyk, a 26-year-old who has impressed with five LaLiga goals and two assists since joining high-flying Girona.

    Mehdi Taremi, a 31-year-old from Porto, may draw interest due to his contract expiring in the summer, while Juventus’ 23-year-old Moise Kean is being considered for his physicality and experience.

    Barcelona is also looking at youthful options in 19-year-old Evan Ferguson from Brighton & Hove Albion and 18-year-old Youssoufa Moukoko from Borussia Dortmund.

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    They are exploring the potential signing of Feyenoord’s 22-year-old Mexico international Santiago Giménez, who has scored 15 goals this season.

    Victor Boniface, a 22-year-old from Bayer Leverkusen with 10 goals this season, and Serhou Guirassy, a 27-year-old from Stuttgart with 15 Bundesliga goals, are among the options under consideration.

    The Premier League performances of 27-year-old Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa have also garnered Barcelona’s attention, as has the impressive form of 23-year-old Jonathan David from Lille.

    The final name on their list is Victor Osimhen, a 24-year-old Nigerian international from Napoli who has continued his prolific goal-scoring form with six goals in eight Serie A appearances this season.

    However, his potential transfer would come at a significant cost, around €150 million, a substantial sum for a financially strained club.

  • Liverpool optimistic 6 years talks for Mbappe move can be possible

    Liverpool optimistic 6 years talks for Mbappe move can be possible

    Liverpool reportedly maintains hope of completing a surprising move for Kylian Mbappe, even after six years of ongoing talks with his representatives, as indicated by French reports.

    Mbappe’s future with PSG remains uncertain following his rejection of a contract extension earlier this summer, with his current deal set to expire at the end of the season.

    While Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal made a world-record bid of £257 million for Mbappe, the player showed no interest in making the move.

    Initially, Real Madrid appeared to be the most likely destination for the 2018 World Cup winner, who was briefly sidelined to play with PSG’s B-team.

    Following the summer departures of Neymar and Lionel Messi, Mbappe has returned and made a significant impact, scoring 12 goals in as many matches. However, with his contract entering its final six months and no new deal signed, a transfer away seems increasingly likely.

    According to L’Equipe, while the possibility of a contract renewal is not ruled out, Liverpool is one of the clubs looking to take advantage of the situation.

    The Reds had attempted to sign Mbappe in 2017 before he joined PSG from Monaco, and it’s reported that Jurgen Klopp had met with the player for talks. Their communication has apparently continued since then, but Real Madrid is seen as the frontrunner in the race to sign the attacker.

    Mbappe’s situation took an additional twist with the news that he may have to remove his own mother as his agent due to a new FIFA rule.

    Mbappe with his mom

    Lamari, his mother, lacks the necessary licence to be a registered agent, and she cannot represent players in negotiating contracts and collecting payments for her involvement in deals.

    She won’t be eligible to obtain the required licence until May 2024, and she must pass an exam. Continuing to act as Mbappe’s representative could lead to both of them facing a substantial fine and potentially reporting to FIFA.

  • A baller and a rapper! Aston Villa’s Alisha Lehmann shows off rapping skills

    A baller and a rapper! Aston Villa’s Alisha Lehmann shows off rapping skills

    Aston Villa’s Alisha Lehmann, renowned for her skillful dribbling and goal-scoring abilities, surprised fans by showcasing her talent for rapping.

    This revelation came during her appearance on the BBC series “Unlocked.”

    Lehmann, the Swiss international, shared that in addition to her prowess on the field, she and her former Aston Villa teammate, Shania Hayles, have been experimenting with a rap song, offering a sneak peek into their creative venture.


    “My last note?” she asked through laughter. “Me and Shania [Hayles]—she played with me last season—we wrote a little rap song. But I can’t show it,” she said. “It’s unreleased. You will hear it when it’s released.”


    However, after repeated coaxing, she shared a line that went like this: “I have a necklace, right? It [says] ‘AL’,” before reading the line, ‘Strutting with my necklace on, it’s AL baby, that’s my name’.”


    When asked if she would release the song, Lehmann promptly replied, “No, obviously not. I’m a footballer!”


    Lehmann is an Instagram sensation and boasts of having over 16 million fans on the social media platform, which makes her one of the most followed women’s football figures globally.


    Her popularity cut across celebrities, including some Hollywood A-listers.

    Lehmann had earlier revealed that music sensation Drake sent her a private text message asking for a jersey, whereas, on another occasion, she was offered £90,000 by a famous celeb while she was partying at a club in Miami.


    Lehmann will be eager to answer her critics on the pitch when Aston Villa host Chelsea on Saturday in the WSL after she was targeted by trolls for wearing makeup during Switzerland’s 7-1 loss to Spain.

  • Ten Hag seeks to repair ‘sickly’ Man Utd with one-on-one meeting with club’s key players

    Ten Hag seeks to repair ‘sickly’ Man Utd with one-on-one meeting with club’s key players

    Erik ten Hag has reportedly demanded one-on-one meetings with key Manchester United players in an attempt to repair broken squad morale.


    The Red Devils are gradually descending into abysmal chaos, with on-field performances further going south following two consecutive 3-0 defeats to Manchester City and Newcastle within the span of a week.

    In fact, Ten Hag now oversees the club’s worst season start in six decades, as they suffered their eighth loss in the first 15 games of the season.

    It has been reported that the Old Trafford dressing room is divided into factions, as Ten Hag has been accused of protecting his “favourites” while “rounding on” others.

    As reported by The Sun, the Dutch manager is determined to address internal issues within the squad and is committed to identifying and rectifying any problems, whether they are within the team, his coaching staff, or himself, to tackle the ongoing crisis.

    To gain a fresh perspective before the upcoming match against Fulham, he has arranged one-on-one meetings for both Friday and Saturday to engage with the team.

    Amidst the widespread discontent within the squad, Scott McTominay has come to the defence of his manager, staunchly supporting Ten Hag’s methods and expressing confidence that positive results will follow in the near future.

    It is widely believed that Ten Hag’s position at United is precarious, and a failure to return to the path of victory before the November international break could potentially lead to his dismissal.

    Therefore, the significance of the next three games cannot be overstated, starting with an away fixture at Craven Cottage against Fulham on Saturday, followed by a Champions League match against FC Copenhagen, and another league game against Luton Town. These matches are crucial for determining his future at the club.

    Furthermore, reports have surfaced indicating that Manchester United is actively exploring potential replacements, with Sporting CP’s Ruben Amorim and Zinedine Zidane emerging as frontrunners in the race to take over.

  • Ballon d’Or win: Inter Miami announces a ‘Messi celebration’ with friendlies against NYCFC

    Ballon d’Or win: Inter Miami announces a ‘Messi celebration’ with friendlies against NYCFC


    In honour of Lionel Messi’s eighth Ballon d’Or win, Inter Miami has announced that he will be part of their lineup this offseason.

    Messi, the extraordinary talent from Argentina, secured his eighth Golden Ball on Monday, thanks to his remarkable performances for Paris Saint-Germain and the national team.

    Inter Miami, his current club, revealed their plans on Friday to mark this historic achievement by scheduling a friendly match. On November 10, Miami will go head-to-head with New York City FC, a fellow team in the Eastern Conference, in a “night full of festivities.”


    The decision to pay tribute to Messi is a relief for Miami fans, who were uncertain about seeing the 36-year-old in action earlier this week.

    The team, under the leadership of David Beckham, had to cancel their China tour on Wednesday due to apparent “commercial and bureaucratic issues.” Now, the gap in their schedule will be filled by the upcoming ‘Noche d’Or’ event.

    Since his arrival in Miami in July, Messi has made a remarkable impact with 11 goals and eight assists in 14 appearances across all competitions.

    Despite playing in only half of the campaign, he finished second in the MLS Newcomer of the Year award.

  • Man Utd mull Onana replacement already, eyeing FC Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa

    Man Utd mull Onana replacement already, eyeing FC Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa

    Manchester United is reportedly monitoring Porto’s goalkeeper, Diogo Costa, in anticipation of Andre Onana’s absence during the 2023 AFCON in January.

    Consequently, as per the Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Red Devils are exploring options to bolster their goalkeeping department, with Costa being a potential target. Costa has previously been linked to Manchester United and has received praise from some of the club’s players.

    It’s important to note that United’s interest in Costa arises from their need for backup in the goalkeeping position rather than Onana’s performance, which has had a slow start to the season.

    However, acquiring Costa would likely require a substantial investment of around €50 million (£44 million or $53 million).

    At 24 years of age, Costa is three years younger than Onana, offering long-term competition for the Cameroonian international.

    Yet, it remains uncertain whether Manchester United’s interest in the Portuguese goalkeeper will translate into a formal offer.

    Diogo Costa Porto 2023-24Getty Images: Costa has been at Porto his entire career, racking up a mammoth 122 senior appearances.

  • Sir Jim Ratcliffe open to investing £245m of his own money into Man Utd’s ailing infrastructure

    Sir Jim Ratcliffe open to investing £245m of his own money into Man Utd’s ailing infrastructure

    Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly prepared to invest £245 million ($300 million) from his personal wealth to overhaul Manchester United’s ageing infrastructure.

    Sky News indicates that this substantial contribution is separate from the £1.25 billion he intends to spend to acquire a 25 percent stake in the club.

    Importantly, this investment will not add to Manchester United’s existing debt.

    The funds will be disbursed in stages, with a significant portion being allocated to the club by the end of this year.

    The entire sum is earmarked for the enhancement of the club’s infrastructure and will not be allocated to strengthen the squad.

    However, the transformation of Manchester United’s stadium into a world-class facility on par with venues like the Emirates and the Etihad may demand more extensive financial resources.

    It is believed that Ratcliffe is open to additional investments to equip Old Trafford with state-of-the-art facilities.

    The question remains whether these plans will be disclosed when the takeover is officially announced, a process that might conclude in around 15 days as both parties are currently engaged in negotiations.

    It has also been reported that, once the takeover is finalised, Sir Ratcliffe will assume control of sporting matters at the club.

    There are rumours that he may appoint the former Tottenham head of recruitment, Paul Mitchell, as the director of football.

    This move is aimed at rejuvenating a Manchester United side that has encountered challenges in achieving success under the management of Erik ten Hag.

  • Glen Johnson worried about Chelsea star Levi Colwill’s positioning

    Glen Johnson worried about Chelsea star Levi Colwill’s positioning

    Glen Johnson has expressed significant concerns regarding Chelsea’s rising star, Levi Colwill, for the current season. He has also issued a warning to Mauricio Pochettino regarding the young defender.

    Colwill has been an ever-present figure in the Premier League this season for Chelsea, not missing a single minute of action.

    His consistent performances earned him a spot in the starting lineup following a successful loan spell at Brighton.

    Mauricio Pochettino holds a strong admiration for the player, and it’s believed that the Argentine manager rejected the possibility of a permanent transfer to Brighton during the summer transfer window.

    At just 20 years old, Colwill possesses versatility, capable of playing both as a center-back and a left-back. He has showcased his abilities in both positions under Pochettino’s guidance.


    But former Chelsea defender Johnson has urged Pochettino to stop using Colwill as a left-back because he could get ‘found out’ and ‘isolated’ in the position.

    ‘If you asked Levi Colwill, he’d probably tell you he doesn’t want to be playing left-back,’ Johnson told Compare.bet.

    ‘He’s not the quickest and for me to be a full back, you have to have some pace and so he looks like he’s playing out of position.
    ‘It’s great that the manager trusts him enough to give him minutes but it would be best to play him where he plays best, which is at centre-back.

    ‘He’s technically good, good at passing it through the lines, and reads the game well but he just needs the right players around him.

    ‘He could get found out at left-back because he could get isolated out there.’

  • David Moyes defends Arteta’s line-up in Arsenal-West Ham clash

    David Moyes defends Arteta’s line-up in Arsenal-West Ham clash

    West Ham secured a well-deserved 3-1 victory at the London Stadium.

    The goals came from Ben White’s own goal as well as strikes by Mohammed Kudus and Jarrod Bowen, putting the home team in the lead.

    Martin Odegaard managed to score a late consolation goal for Arsenal.

    Mikel Arteta made six changes to the Arsenal lineup, compared to the team that had achieved a 5-0 win against Sheffield United the previous Saturday.

    Notable players like Declan Rice, William Saliba, and Bukayo Saka began the match on the bench against West Ham.

    Arteta’s team selection had faced criticism from Arsenal supporters, but David Moyes, the West Ham manager, defended his counterpart’s decision to make changes for their Carabao Cup fixture.

    When questioned about Arteta’s choice to shuffle his Arsenal lineup for the match, Moyes responded, “Having been involved in football for such an extended period and being one of the most experienced managers, I believe that managers are persistently queried about their team rotation decisions.”

    ‘It really surprises me that you haven’t; the journalists who watch all the football wouldn’t say, ‘Well, you’ve got 18 or 19 players in your squad who are probably good enough to play; you have a lot of football to play’.

    ‘They’ve got two games that those sort of questions you wouldn’t say you would take it near enough for granted that lots of the managers would change their team.

    ‘I find it quite surprising, really, not that you would ask, but I’m sure you’ve all considered that Arsenal have got Newcastle on Saturday, then they’ve got Sevilla, so they’ve got big games coming up.

    ‘That’s the way you see it but maybe there’s bigger things they see than maybe tonight’s game.’

    West Ham will now play Liverpool at Anfield in the Carabao Cup quarterfinal in December.

  • Arsenal edging closer to a €15 million deal for a Belgium’s Vermeeren

    Arsenal edging closer to a €15 million deal for a Belgium’s Vermeeren

    Arsenal appears to be nearing a €15 million deal for promising Belgian talent Arthur Vermeeren, dealing a setback to Barcelona, as reported.

    The Gunners are on track to finalise this transfer during the upcoming January window, leaving Barcelona to miss out on a player they had targeted.

    Arsenal is confident that 18-year-old midfielder Vermeeren will seamlessly transition to Premier League football, and the reported transfer fee stands at around €15 million (£13.1 million), according to Spanish reports.

    Vermeeren has spent his entire career at Royal Antwerp in Belgium, progressing through the club’s academy and accumulating 53 senior appearances to date.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxmcjbApAbI

    The young talent recently earned his first cap for the Belgium national team, highlighting a promising future.

    Vermeeren is described as a blend of a conventional holding midfielder and a box-to-box midfielder.

    Notably, Marc Overmars, a former Arsenal star and Royal Antwerp’s director of football, has previously drawn comparisons between Vermeeren and football icons Andres Iniesta and Xavi.

    Ex-Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld, team-mates with Vermeeren at Royal Antwerp, is also a big fan of the teenager.

    ‘He arrived in the team by force of circumstance, but since then he has learned very quickly,’ Alderweireld said via The Sun. ‘He reads the game very well; his potential is enormous. Have I seen this before? Rarely, I think.’

  • Sakho leaves Montpellier after alleged fight with coach

    Sakho leaves Montpellier after alleged fight with coach

    Mamadou Sakho has departed from his Ligue 1 club, Montpellier, in the wake of an incident at the training center last week, as stated by the defender on Thursday.

    According to reports in the French media, the 33-year-old, who previously played for Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool, was said to have been involved in a dispute with the manager, Michel Der Zakarian.

    Sakho, who has earned 29 caps for his national team, made the move to Montpellier from Premier League side Crystal Palace after his contract there expired in 2021.

    “You have to know how to leave the table when respect is no longer served,” Sakho wrote on Instagram.

    “Following the incident that took place last week at the training centre and for which I decline all responsibility, I decided… to end my collaboration with Montpellier.”

    Montpellier said the two parties have decided to end the contract after 10 days of reflection.

  • Rodrygo says “Real Madrid is my life” after contract renewal

    Rodrygo says “Real Madrid is my life” after contract renewal

    Rodrygo recently discussed his contract extension with Real Madrid.

    The 22-year-old Brazilian forward, who initially joined Madrid in 2019 from Santos, has made a significant impact, scoring 39 goals in 179 appearances for the club.

    Real Madrid made an official announcement on Thursday, revealing that Rodrygo has extended his contract with the club until June 2028.

    “You could say that Real Madrid is my life,” he said. “I’m very happy about the renewal. I always come home motivated and happy because I’m going to train and play for Real Madrid. There is no greater motivation.”

    Rodrygo is also delighted that Brazil teammate Vinicius Jr. signed a new deal with Madrid this week.

    “We came here pretty much at the same time, both very young from Brazil,” Rodrygo added. “We’ve made history together, too. We’ve already won the Champions League and every possible title.

    “This shirt always motivates us to come here to train and play. Doing that with a friend is always special. Vini is like a brother to me and we hope to continue to grow together.”

  • Milan pursues Miranda

    Milan pursues Miranda

    AC Milan is reportedly interested in acquiring the services of Real Betis’ left-back, Juan Miranda, during the upcoming January transfer window, as per Estadio Deportivo.

    Miranda, aged 23, has not yet extended his contract with Betis, which is set to expire in June 2024.

    AC Milan is willing to offer €3 million to secure Miranda’s transfer, coupled with a proposed five-year contract, and they appear to be nearing an agreement.

    However, Betis is holding out for €10 million for the player, who previously played for Barcelona.

    Initially, the Rossoneri had considered signing Miranda as a free agent next summer, but the interest from Juventus has prompted them to expedite their pursuit.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFu8xEPaxWs
  • Klopp speaks on Luis Diaz availability for Luton clash amid father’s kidnap saga

    Klopp speaks on Luis Diaz availability for Luton clash amid father’s kidnap saga

    Jurgen Klopp has provided insight into Luis Diaz’s potential availability for the Luton Town match, considering the recent kidnapping of his parents by the rebel group, the National Liberation Army (ELN), in Colombia.

    While Diaz has returned to England and resumed training with his teammates over the past few days, Klopp stressed that the decision to play ultimately rests with the player himself.

    “If he feels right, he will be with us. You can see he didn’t sleep a lot,” the manager told reporters ahead of his side’s trip to Luton Town on Sunday.

    “I cannot really say what we will do because we just wait. It’s all about him, if he makes himself available or not and I don’t want to force anything. We cannot and will not force the Luis situation.”

    There has been a positive development on Friday morning, as a representative of ELN has assured that Diaz senior will be released “as soon as possible”.

    “The news from Colombia gives us a little bit of hope. I don’t get it personally but I get it forwarded. But everything that gives us a little bit of hope is good. So we are waiting for really good news.”

    Diaz has excused himself from Liverpool’s last two games and it remains to be seen if he features this weekend.

  • Kidnappers of Liverpool’s Diaz’s father issues statement; have this to tell Columbian govt

    Kidnappers of Liverpool’s Diaz’s father issues statement; have this to tell Columbian govt

    The father of Liverpool forward Luis Diaz, Luis Manuel, is expected to be released by his kidnappers following a statement issued on Thursday.

    The Colombian government disclosed that the captors of Luis Manuel are members of the militant insurgency group known as the National Liberation Army (ELN).

    Later in the day, a representative from the ELN confirmed that Diaz’s father’s release was imminent.

    In the video clip, ELN member Juan Carlos Cuellar said that Luis Manuel would be released “as soon as possible”, which is a significant development in the case.

    The ELN, a formidable insurgent group in Colombia, was established in 1964 and remains influential.

    They had previously agreed to a ceasefire with the Colombian government in August, aiming to work towards peace.

    However, the Interior Minister, Luis Fernando Velasco, stated on Thursday that this ceasefire had been breached due to a kidnapping incident, which led to the ELN’s response in a video message.

    Diaz’s father was abducted on a Sunday, along with his mother, Cilenis Marulanda, by armed individuals on motorcycles.

    Marulanda was released after a few hours, but Luis Manuel has been missing ever since.

    There are concerns that he might have been taken across the border into Venezuela.

    As a result of this distressing situation, Diaz was absent from Liverpool’s last two matches. Nevertheless, his teammates paid tribute to him in their 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest last Sunday.

  • Why feel so ‘entitled’? Do you owe Partey’s wealth ? – Saddick Adams blasts Somanya locals

    Why feel so ‘entitled’? Do you owe Partey’s wealth ? – Saddick Adams blasts Somanya locals

    Prominent Ghanaian sports journalist Saddick Adams has expressed his frustration with some residents of Somanya for what he sees as an unwarranted sense of entitlement regarding their expectations from Arsenal and Ghanaian football star Thomas Partey.

    Saddick Adams has criticised some members of the community, referring to them as ungrateful, and has accused them of not properly acknowledging the contributions Thomas Partey has made to their community.

    The source of Saddick Adams’ anger stems from a video in which several residents expressed their discontent with the development projects initiated by Partey in the community.

    This video was taken during a community football tournament organized by the Thomas Partey Foundation.

    In the video, some residents can be seen confronting Thomas Partey’s father, expressing dissatisfaction with the contributions of his son to the community. These residents demanded more from Partey and attempted to downplay his fame and wealth.

    In response, Thomas Partey’s father engaged with the residents and reprimanded them for not appreciating his son’s contributions. He emphasised that Partey would continue to do what he believed was best for himself, his family, and the community.

    Saddick Adams, in his reaction to the video on his show, questioned why the community’s residents were directing their demands towards Partey rather than their elected representatives.

    He argued that the residents should be seeking support and development from their elected officials, who are responsible for the progress of the community.

    While Saddick Adams acknowledged that it would be commendable for Ghanaian football stars to invest significantly in their communities and undertake impactful projects, he emphasised that such initiatives should not be forced upon them.

    Instead, he encouraged the community members to focus their efforts on holding their elected representatives accountable, as they are entrusted with the responsibility of community development.

    “You are not happy with Partey organising a football gala in the community; do you pay your taxes to him? Do you pay e-levy to him? What did you do for him while he was growing up? Give him time to do what he has planned to do for the community.

    “Give him time because you don’t make such demands from your governments. The fact that they make money doesn’t mean all is rosy.

    “Someone could be making a lot of money but be using half of that amount to settle health-related issues. Don’t sit somewhere and calculate someone’s wealth,” he questioned.

    Meanwhile, Thomas Partey has been ruled out of football for one month due to injury.

    The Ghanaian midfielder picked up the injury during Arsenal training and will therefore not be in action for at least three weeks.

  • It is obvious Otumfuo is doing everything possible to prevent K. K. Sarpong’s enstoolment as Offinsohene – Ashyirem Royal Gate

    It is obvious Otumfuo is doing everything possible to prevent K. K. Sarpong’s enstoolment as Offinsohene – Ashyirem Royal Gate

    Ashyirem Royal Gate has voiced strong criticism against Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II for his rejection of the nomination of Dr. Kofi Koduah Sarpong, the former Chief Executive of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), as the paramount chief of Offinso.

    In a press release published on GhanaWeb, the Royal Gate accused the Asantehene of employing various tactics to obstruct Dr. K. K. Sarpong’s nomination, despite his being the preferred choice of the Offinso community.

    Furthermore, the group expressed their disappointment with Otumfuo’s remarks made during the rejection of Dr. Sarpong’s nomination at a gathering held at the Manhyia Palace

    “It is important to note that Otumfuo’s pronouncements at some of the Asanteman Council sittings on the Offinso Stool Affairs are regrettable. There have been unsubstantiated allegations, among others, all in a bid to justify a course of action he wants to take. Recounting these here can be very embarrassing, to say the least.

    “…One can justifiably conclude that Otumfuo is trying at ALL COST, to find a reason to block Dr. K. K. Sarpong’s nomination. But we think the Overlord of Asanteman should eschew bias and exhibit fairness towards the Ashyirem Royal family and Offinsoman. Truth is that since we revere Otumfuo, it would have been disrespectful to have challenged his pronouncements while he was sitting in State.

    However, it is only fair that very obvious errors that undermine the rights of the Ashyirem royals, including Dr. K. K. Sarpong, ought to be corrected,” parts of the statement read.

    Additionally, the group alleged that the Asantehene resorted to intimidation tactics in an attempt to compel the Offinsohemaa, who are the kingmakers of Offinso, and K.K. Sarpong to yield to his wishes.

    “Is this not contrary to the very principles on which Asanteman was founded and built? Wherein lies the “ ka bi na menka bi” mantra? Asanteman should be fair to all of its citizens at all times. We humbly appeal to Otumfuo not to wage a personal vendetta on anyone so as to get his will to prevail. Rather, justice should be done to all manner of persons to honour the Golden Stool and in line with his own oath,” it said.

    The group also said that the Asantehene had no power to enstool a paramount chief (Omanhene).

    “In line with Asante customs and traditions, which are often hammered by Otumfuo himself, he (Otumfuo) does not select and enstool any Omanhene. This is also the spirit of the Asante Confederacy, which protects the identity of each paramountcy. Otumfuo and Asanteman Council are invited to resolve misunderstandings in the process of enstoolment but not to undermine a process which has gone the full length without any blemish,” it added.


    On April 28, 2022, just before his departure for the United States, Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II declined a request from Offinsohene Nana Ama Serwaa Nyarko to endorse Dr. Sarpong as her nominee for the Offinso stool. Instead, he advised her to adhere to the traditions and customary protocols.

    The kingmakers of the Offinso Traditional Area had selected the former GNPC executive to assume the role left vacant by the passing of the late paramount chief of Offinso, Nana Wiafe Akenten II, who had joined his ancestors.

  • Kidnappers behind Liverpool’s Diaz dad revealed – Colombian government gives update

    Kidnappers behind Liverpool’s Diaz dad revealed – Colombian government gives update

    The Colombian government has confirmed that Luis Diaz’s father was kidnapped by the militant insurgency group known as the National Liberation Army (ELN).

    The search for the Liverpool player’s father, Luis Manuel Diaz, who was abducted last week alongside his wife by armed individuals on motorcycles, is ongoing.

    Although the winger’s mother, Cilenis Marulanda, was released shortly after the initial abduction, the police are still working to locate Manuel Diaz.

    It’s worth noting that the Colombian government is currently engaged in peace talks with the ELN, as the country grapples with a conflict that has endured for nearly six decades.

    Government representative Otty Patino revealed that the group’s involvement in the kidnapping became apparent during negotiations.

    A statemet read: “Today we have officially learned that the kidnapping carried out on October 28, in Barrancas, department of La Guajira, of which Luis Manuel Diaz and Cilenis Marulanda, father and mother of the soccer player Luis Fernando, were victims, was perpetrated by a unit belonging to the ELN.


    “Although Mrs. Marulanda was released a few hours later, the player’s father has been kidnapped for five days. As a delegation of the National Government for peace talks with the ELN, we express all our solidarity with Luis Diaz, his family, the entire country and with the millions of followers of the player in the world.

    “We demand that the ELN immediately release Mr. Luis Manuel Diaz, and we remind him that it is his entire responsibility to guarantee his life and integrity.”

    Police have already made an arrest in the case, believing to have detained the man responsible for tracking the pair and informing the group of their whereabouts.

    Authorities have offered a 200 million peso (£40,000/$49,000) reward for information about the kidnapping as they feared the culprits would attempt to smuggle Luis Manuel into Venezuela.

    The case has caused an uproar in the town of Barrancas, La Guajira, where Luis Manuel is a respected figure.

    Citizens from the area had a candle-lit march calling for his release, with many wearing white t-shirts that depicted a picture of the kidnapping victim.

  • Suspended party members to vote in NPP flagbearership race – General Secretary

    Suspended party members to vote in NPP flagbearership race – General Secretary

    The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Frimpong Koduah, provided clarification on the voting rights of party members who have been suspended, particularly in the context of the upcoming presidential primaries.

    Koduah explained that suspended members are entitled to cast their votes either before they face a disciplinary committee or while the disciplinary process is still ongoing.

    This approach is guided by the fundamental principle of presuming innocence until a final verdict is reached in their respective cases.

    He conveyed this information during a press conference held in Accra in anticipation of the NPP’s presidential primaries scheduled for November 4.

    “Per our party constitution, what this presupposes is that a person can be suspended before appearing before a disciplinary committee or when a disciplinary committee would have been initiated.

    “But as a rule and in line with that rule of law, there is what we refer to as the presumption of innocence until a matter is determined. So whereby a person has been suspended under this provision, has not gone through a disciplinary committee and they have also not come out with the verdict and recommended their verdict to the constituency executives, such person will vote,” he stated.

    This means that any individual who has been suspended and has not yet appeared before a disciplinary committee or is currently undergoing a disciplinary committee trial without a final judgement will be eligible to vote.

    However, those who have undergone the disciplinary committee process, received recommendations, and faced sanctions that have been approved by the constituency executive committee will not retain their voting privileges.

    Nevertheless, the General Secretary highlighted the possibility of conditional amnesty, where the constituency executive committee may consider granting clemency and reinstating the voting rights of suspended individuals based on the merits of their specific circumstances.

    “However, where the person has gone through a disciplinary committee and the DC has come out with a recommendation and has submitted the same to the constituency executive committee and sanctions have been applied to the person, such a person shall not be entitled to vote. But also, under conditional amnesty, the constituency executive can look at the merit of their case and pardon such people to vote,” he added.

  • Vote Alan: Kumasi is yellow! As the butterfly supporters throng the streets in their gold t-shirts

    Vote Alan: Kumasi is yellow! As the butterfly supporters throng the streets in their gold t-shirts

    Movement for Change, under the leadership of Mr. Alan Kyerematen, was officially inaugurated on September 25, 2023, and has since initiated an outreach program in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti region.

    Donned in their distinctive gold T-shirts featuring a butterfly logo, the dedicated volunteers made their presence known in Kumasi’s central business district and market centers, aiming to introduce their movement to the people of Oseikrom.

    The warm and enthusiastic reception from the locals overwhelmed the volunteers to the extent that, at times, they had to apologise for their inability to provide more movement-related materials to the eager crowd.

    Some participants in a picture

    The voters in the city expressed their approval of the team’s efforts and reassured the volunteers that it’s only a matter of time before many of them, including businessmen and women, join the movement.

    They strongly believe that the country must be liberated from the control of the NPP and the NDC.

    Solomon Owusu, a prominent member of the Movement, emphasised that with less than 14 months remaining until the 2024 election, if the two major political parties, which have collectively governed the country for thirty-two (32) years, underestimate the significance of this upcoming election, they must reconsider.

    Owusu added that the Movement for Change is poised to become a formidable force, destined to make a lasting impact on history.

  • De Ligt set to miss the Der Klassiker because of his knee ligament injury

    De Ligt set to miss the Der Klassiker because of his knee ligament injury

    Bayern Munich’s defender, Matthijs de Ligt, will be sidelined for an undetermined duration due to a knee ligament injury sustained during Wednesday’s German Cup defeat to third-tier Saarbruecken, as reported by the club on Thursday.

    The Dutch international was forced to exit the second-round match in the 24th minute

    “Matthijs de Ligt sustained a partial tear of the ligament in his right knee joint,” the German champions said in a statement.

    “That’s the outcome of a scan carried out by the club’s medical department on Thursday. Centre-back de Ligt will therefore miss FC Bayern’s upcoming games.”

    Bayern coach Thomas Tuchel said it appeared to be a repeat of a knee injury that De Ligt suffered in September, which sidelined him for three weeks.

    “It’s the same knee again, the same capsule [in the joint] again. It’s very painful but there is currently no diagnosis yet,” he said.


    De Ligt’s injury has created a defensive crisis for Tuchel ahead of Saturday’s highly anticipated “Der Klassiker” against Borussia Dortmund.

    Joshua Kimmich, who temporarily shifted to the defensive line alongside Kim Min-Jae when De Ligt was forced off on Wednesday, is unavailable for the upcoming game due to a red card suspension he received last week.

    Adding to the challenge, the club’s only other dedicated center-back, Dayot Upamecano, continues to be sidelined with a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for the past month.

    It’s worth noting that Bayern is currently in second place in the Bundesliga, trailing league leader Bayer Leverkusen by just two points.

  • Rodrygo renews contract with Real Madrid

    Rodrygo renews contract with Real Madrid

    On Thursday, La Liga powerhouse Real Madrid made an official announcement regarding the extension of Brazilian forward Rodrygo’s contract, now set to run until June 2028.

    The 22-year-old Rodrygo originally joined Madrid in 2019, transitioning from the Brazilian club Santos. Since his arrival, he has made a significant impact, netting 39 goals in a total of 179 appearances for the club.

    Over the course of his five seasons at Real Madrid, Rodrygo has enjoyed considerable success, clinching eight trophies, including two La Liga titles and one Champions League triumph.


    “Real Madrid C. F. and Rodrygo have agreed a contract extension for the player, who will remain at the club until June 30, 2028,” a club statement said.


    “Rodrygo has been instrumental in many of the trophies Real Madrid have lifted in recent seasons.”


    Rodrygo, whose existing contract was set to conclude in June 2025, made headlines by netting both goals in Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory against Osasuna in the 2023 Copa del Rey final, earning him the title of Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the match.

    The Brazilian international has tallied two goals in 14 appearances across all competitions for Real Madrid in the current season.

    Remarkably, Rodrygo is the second player from the Madrid squad to secure a contract extension this week. Earlier, on Tuesday, the club had officially revealed that Vinícius Júnior had committed to a new contract that extends through June 2027.

  • Barcelona keeping tabs on Wirtz

    Barcelona keeping tabs on Wirtz

    Bayer Leverkusen is well aware of Barcelona’s keen interest in Florian Wirtz, but they maintain confidence that they won’t lose the talented German midfielder to the Spanish champions, according to a report in Mundo Deportivo.

    Florian Wirtz, who is just 20 years old, has truly shone for Leverkusen this season, contributing significantly to their rise to the top of the Bundesliga.

    He has notched up an impressive five goals and provided nine assists across all competitions. Unsurprisingly, his exceptional form has attracted the attention of some of Europe’s most prominent clubs, including Barcelona.

    However, Leverkusen is fully aware of their strong position in this matter.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWKztakVUuA

    Wirtz has a contractual commitment to the club that extends until 2027, and the report indicates that Leverkusen, currently under the management of Xabi Alonso, would demand a substantial fee well exceeding €80 million to even consider the possibility of letting him go.

    Barcelona, due to their financial constraints and a pressing need to bolster other positions within the team, faces substantial challenges in securing a deal for Wirtz, despite their genuine interest in the player.

    Mundo Deportivo notes that the only aspect potentially favouring Barcelona is Wirtz’s previous expressions of a desire to play for the Catalan club, should he ever decide to depart from Leverkusen.

  • Forget Nov 4; join me as my running mate – GUM flagbearer tells Ken Agyapong

    Forget Nov 4; join me as my running mate – GUM flagbearer tells Ken Agyapong

    Founder and leader of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM), Christian Kwabena Andrews, also known as Osofo Kyiri Abosom, has invited Member of Parliament (MP) for Assin-North and a contender for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer position, Kennedy Agyapong to join his party ahead of the 2024 general elections.


    The GUM leader believes that the ‘rants and fuming’, the talk and the campaigning would eventually become a waste; “it wouldn’t go anywhere,” hence he has invited the Assin North MP to join his party to make Ghana better.

    “My brother Ken, what I have to say is that he is a man of wisdom and quite knowledgeable.  The long talks and all , it shall become a waste at the end of the day. 

    “Nothing will come out of it so frankly speaking, if he can, I invite him to join me (GUM) in my run for presidency, so together we can help build Ghana for the better”, he said in Twi during an interview with Accra-based radio station Kasapa FM.

    However, the GUM leader is not ready to hand over his flagbearer role should Ken decide to join.

     When asked, he insisted that he had already entered the books of the Electoral Commission as flag bearer; hence, stepping down for Ken would not be possible.

    “I have already been selected by the EC. I’m done so then how do I go back to EC to effect changes? No it won’t work” he responded.

  • Video: Check out the $16m stadium by Goldfields Ghana Foundation

    Video: Check out the $16m stadium by Goldfields Ghana Foundation

    The $16 million stadium by the Goldfields Ghana Foundation is a project to build a new stadium in Tarkwa and Aboso, Ghana.

    The stadium will have a capacity of 10,400 spectators and will be the home ground for Medeama SC, a Ghanaian football club that plays in the Premier League.

    The stadium is expected to be completed by March 2024

    The project is funded by the Goldfields Ghana Foundation, which is the corporate social responsibility arm of Goldfields Ghana, a mining company that operates in the Tarkwa and Damang areas.

    The foundation has invested over $13 million in the stadium so far, out of a budgeted $16 million.


    The foundation has also provided a $100,000 advertising package for Medeama SC for one year.

    The stadium is one of the high-cost projects that the foundation has supported, besides the Tarkwa to Damang asphalted road.

    The foundation aims to improve the socio-economic development of the communities in which Goldfields Ghana operates

    The stadium will also boost the sports infrastructure and tourism potential of the region

  • Video: ‘Boom! And then it was a goal’; Kudus explains goal scoring technique in Arsenal clash

    Video: ‘Boom! And then it was a goal’; Kudus explains goal scoring technique in Arsenal clash

    Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus has explained the technique he used in scoring a stunning goal in West Ham’s 3-1 win against Arsenal in the EFL Cup.

    Kudus delivered a standout performance that included scoring a crucial goal against Arsenal in the EFL Cup.

    The midfielder’s remarkable goal showcased his exceptional ball control and striking prowess.

    Kudus’ moment of brilliance came when he netted West Ham’s second goal in the match. With breath-taking finesse, he displayed a jaw-dropping touch that can only be described as magical.

    The confident Hammer unleashed a lethal strike into the far-right corner of the net.

    Speaking after watching his goal, Kudus provided a glimpse into the technique he employed.

    “Wow!!! What a finish. I think it was a beautiful ball from Nayuf so I just had to take the touch inside because there was no space outside and I saw the goalkeeper was on the other side.

    “And when I come inside, it’s always the far corner and boom, it was a goal,” Kudus said.

    The 23-year-old, who has been nominated for the CAF African Player of the Year, has so far scored four goals since joining West Ham in the summer transfer window.

  • Sexual pleasure turns bitter; Barber in police grips after lover dies during sex

    Sexual pleasure turns bitter; Barber in police grips after lover dies during sex

    In Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria, a barbershop operator is being held by the police for investigation following the death of his girlfriend during sexual intercourse.

    The tragic incident occurred at a guest house in the Temidire community, Offa Garage area of Ilorin. The couple had checked into the guest house for a night of fun, but the situation took a tragic turn.

    During their sexual encounter, the young woman became exhausted and eventually passed out, failing to respond. Sadly, she passed away.

    Upon realising the seriousness of the situation, the man raised the alarm and called the guest house staff to investigate. The unconscious woman was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

    The guest house owner reported the incident to the police, and the middle-aged barber was subsequently arrested.

    The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Okasanmi Ajayi, confirmed the incident and stated that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the young woman’s death.

    In a similar recent incident, a 23-year-old woman, Beth Wanjiku, was arrested in Kenya’s Kajiado County after her 59-year-old boyfriend died in her room during afternoon sex.

    The man, Joshua Stephen Muirui, had visited Wanjiku at her rental house, and they had a meal together before mutually agreeing to have sex.

    “She prepared meat stew and ugali, which they took for lunch. After eating, he requested that they proceed to the bedroom. At around 4 p.m., as they were making love, he fell unconscious,” a police report said, as quoted by TUKO.co.ke.

    Sensing danger, the suspect called her lover’s friend for help to take him to the hospital.

    He was rushed to Pona Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

  • Erik ten Hag worried about Antony’s dip in form following struggles in 3-0 loss to Newcastle

    Erik ten Hag worried about Antony’s dip in form following struggles in 3-0 loss to Newcastle

    Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag expressed concern about Antony’s recent performances, stating that the Brazilian winger’s levels have noticeably declined.

    Antony played the full 90 minutes in the Carabao Cup match against Newcastle, following a criticised cameo appearance against Manchester City, where he was involved in an incident with Jeremy Doku.

    United suffered a 3-0 loss to Newcastle, and Antony struggled to make an impact.

    Ten Hag suggested that external distractions might be influencing Antony’s performance on the pitch.

    Ten Hag said: “That is also team, first, and the team is not playing well when we don’t bring him the balls and I am also responsible for that.

    But obviously, there was also a lot of noise and that dropped his levels. He can do better but all the players can do better.

    “Antony is also a fighter; he has the confidence, he is brave and I am confident he will bring the performance that he is the right player for us.”

    United face Fulham this weekend, where they will be aiming to avoid three straight defeats in all competitions.