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  • Coronavirus: France president Emmanuel Macron suspends payment of rent and utility bills

    As the dreaded coronavirus continues to wreak havoc across the globe, France president Emmanuel Macron has taken a raft of measures to protect citizens and small businesses from escalating tough economic times.

    In his address on Monday, March 16, evening, Macron relieved French nationals from paying rent, taxes and household bills for the time the country and entire world will be battling COVID-19 pandemic.

    Macron also put the country on full lockdown and declared war on the dreaded virus which he exuded confidence would be defeated.

    The 42-year-old leader urged citizens to remain indoors as a way of preventing the virus which has been spreading rapidly, making Europe the new epicentre of coronavirus.

    Interior Minister Christophe Castaner said the government will only allow people to leave their houses if going for shopping, pharmacy or heading to absolutely essential work.

    Those who would want to leave their homes for other reasons would be required to download a form and fill it stating why and where they would want to go, failure to which they would be subjected to a punitive fine.

    European nations have shut their borders as the global pandemic continues to cause fatalities.

    So far, France has recorded over 6000 cases of COVID-19 and 148 deaths from the pandemic.

  • Coronavirus: Quarantine travelling MPs Majority Leader

    Two Members of Parliament (MPs) and some parliamentary staff members, who were on official assignments outside the country, have been asked to stay away from Parliament to enable a period of purging to take place before they come back.

    The MP for the Binduri Constituency, Dr. Robert Baba Kuganab-Lem, and his counterpart for the Ayawaso East, Naser Toure Mahama, were said to have travelled to Tokyo and India respectively.

    Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, who made the appeal to the Speaker, said Dr. Kuganab-Lem arrived with an Ethiopian Airways yesterday from Tokyo, while the Naser Toure Mahama was due to arrive yesterday.

    “Mr. Speaker, there are some staff members of the Parliamentary Service who are also being advised to stay out, including those whose spouses have also just arrived,” he stressed.

    The Majority Leader mentioned some of the parliamentary staff members as Joseph Ekow Acquah, who, he said, went to Nigeria, and Amoako Atta, who had arrived from Miami, USA.

    “They will be given a certificate of clearance to come back,” he submitted.

    The Minister of Health, Kwaku Agyeman-Manu, said the guidelines for Ghanaians, who are coming back in the country, also covered MPs.

    “We will allow them self-quarantine under the supervision of health professionals, who will guide them,” he stated and requested their details for profiling.

    “All the affected persons are to stay in isolation for two weeks,” the minister stated.

     

    Source: Dailyguidenetwork.com

  • Manhyia sets up committee to probe Kotoko chairman Dr. Kwame Kyei

    Owner of Asante Kotoko Otumfour Osei Tutu II through the Manhyia Palace has set up a five-member committee to review the administration of the club’s Executive Board Chairman Dr. Kwame Kyei after three years.

    Reports from Kumasi indicate that the five-member committee has been constituted to review and audit the current administration of the Porcupines.

    The Committee will be chaired by Chief of Bantama in the Ashanti Region, Baffour Owusu Amankwatia VI.

    According to a report filed by Fox FM, the five-member committee comprising of Nana Oguakro Afrane Okese IV (Chief of Ejisu), accountant of the Asanteman Council and the Ashanti regional managers of Fidelity Bank and Ecobank.

    Business Mogul, Dr. Kwame Kyei was handed a three-year mandate as the club’s Executive Chairman by Otumfour Osei Tutu II in 2016 after the Opoku Nti’s administration.

    Source: Ghanaguardian.com

  • Yusif Chibsah explains why Esperance are refusing to pay Kwame Bonsu’s transfer fee to Kotoko

    Former Asante Kotoko captain Yusif Chibsah has provided reasons why Tunisian giants Espérance Sportive de Tunis are refusing to pay the $150k transfer fee for midfielder, Kwame Bonsu, affectionately called Kwame Conte.

    The three times African champions came for the 24-year old (Kwame Bonsu) in 2019 as a replacement for Ivorian Franck Kom who left the Tunisians to join Qatari side Al-Rayyan SC but have since refused to pay the transfer fee to Asante Kotoko.

    According to Chibsah, who is the agent of Conte and the leader of the agency that brokered the deal, Esperance are alleging that the Porcupine Warriors are owing them a sum of $180k for the case involving Emmanuel Clottey and Kotoko is even supposed to give them a balance of $30k to settle the debt.

    “They said Asante Kotoko are owing them $180k dollars so Kotoko should rather pay them back $30k and I asked them how Kotoko came to be indebted to them. They sent a copy of the decision from FIFA on the Clottey case to me and I also sent it to the lawyer and informed him that, this is the reason why Esperance are refusing to pay the money.”

    “But the lawyer told me that Esperance had no case against Kotoko after going through the legal documents we got from Esperance. According to the lawyer, Kotoko was held joint liable by FIFA because they did not do due diligence before signing Clottey, something which wouldn’t have happened if they had done due diligence on the player,” said Chibsah on the Kumasi based Nhyira FM.

    BACKGROUND:

    In 2016, FIFA ordered Asante Kotoko and Emmanuel Clottey to pay $153,000 to Tunisian side Esperance for illegally registering Emmanuel Clottey.

    Clottey joined Kotoko in 2015 but had his contract terminated after the North African giants contested against his move. However, he never played a competitive match for Kotoko.

    The striker cancelled his contract with Esperance prematurely to join Asante Kotoko but FIFA ruled that he was at fault and was handed a hefty US$ 180,000 fine.

    Source: www.ghanaweb.com

  • Coronavirus: 8 Ghanaians have allegedly recovered

    Eight Ghanaians who contracted the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) are reported to have recovered, a highly placed government official has told kasapafmonline.com.

    As at Friday, March 20, 2020, Ghana has confirmed and recorded 16 cases of the corona virus.

    Considering the number of recorded cases, it means 50 percent of victims have recovered.

    They are reported to be showing no signs of the symptoms of the disease after undergoing numerous tests by the Noguchi Memorial Laboratory.

    President Akufo-Addo last Sunday announced the shut down of all educational institutions universities, second cycle schools and basic schools effective, March 16, 2020, until further notice in the wake of the outbreak of the deadly COVID-19.

    However, BECE and WASSCE candidates will be allowed to prepare for their examination under prescribed social distancing protocols.

    All public gatherings, including conferences, workshops, funerals, political rallies, sporting events, such as services in churches and mosques have been suspended for the next four weeks.

     

    Private burials are however permitted but with limited numbers not exceeding 25 people in attendance.

    He reiterated that travel bans announced are still in force.

     

    Source: kasapafmonline.com

  • FIFA orders Kotoko to be relegated next month if they fail to pay Esperance $180k debt

    FIFA has ordered that Kumasi Asante Kotoko must be relegated from the Ghana Premier League by next month if the Porcupine Warriors fail to pay the full $180,000 owed Tunisian giants Esperance.

    The Porcupine Warriors have just 18 days to settle the long-standing debt or they will be playing in Ghana’s second tier league and will still be required to pay the debt.

    The Kumasi-based giants were ordered to pay Esperance by April 6 or the Ghana FA will be ordered by FIFA to relegate the two-time African champions to the Division One League.

    The Porcupine Warriors have received the letter from the world governing body and the Ghana FA has also been informed of the impending sanction.

    Esperance have already frozen $150,000 they have to pay Kotoko over the transfer of Kwame Bonsu which means the Ghanaian side must be pay $30,000 to clear the debt.

    Kotoko now have just over two weeks to mobilize the whopping $30,000 to pay Esperance over the contentious transfer of former Berekum Chelsea striker Emmanuel Clottey.

    “Kotoko have received a letter from FIFA which orders them to pay us $180,000 for the wrongful signing of Emmanuel Clottey,” Esperance vice President Walid Arem told Nhyira FM

    “We don’t owe them but rather they owe us $30,000 and they have to settle us before the date stated in the letter from FIFA.”

    “We bought Kwame Bonsu for $150,000 and they also owe us $180,000. We need the money badly, so we’re waiting for it.”

    Kotoko sparked their own woes when they reported the Tunisian club to FIFA claiming the transfer fee of their former midfielder Kwame Bonsu was still unpaid.

    But Esperance hit back by responding to FIFA to remind them that Kotoko had still not paid the $180,000 which led to the letter from the world governing body to the Ghanaian side.

    The current Kotoko management is struggling to find the documents for Clottey’s transfer after he joined the club from Esperance five years ago under controversial circumstances.

    FIFA ruled that Clottey signed for Kotoko while he was still under contract with Esperance which led to the $180,000 transfer amount sanction by FIFA.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Illegal registration: Suhum police arrest NIA official

    The Suhum night patrol team has arrested a 37-year-old National Identification officer for registering some individuals in their respective homes past the working hours of the National Identification Authority.

    The suspect, Richard Kudjo Pinto, who is a teacher and the supervising registration officer at Kuano Church of Pentecost registration centre in the Coaltar District was arrested with documents of the National Identification Authority on March 19, 2020, around 8:30 pm.

    Among the documents were 27 pieces of National Identity Card Application forms with one bearing the name and particulars of Otubea Rebecca, 12 pieces of Oath of Identity Forms, with 4 pieces bearing the names of Opoku Mabel, Martey Ebenezer, Lomotey Christiana Tetteh and Korkor Comfort and an Instructions Manual for registration and card issuance.

    The suspect upon interrogation claimed that the above-named persons were at the registration centre earlier in the day to register but could not be registered due to the closing time as such sought to register them in their respective homes for other procedures to follow the next day.

    The suspect has since been detained for questioning. Exhibits retained at the station as efforts are being made to trace persons mentioned to assist in investigation.

     

    Source: McAnthony Dayenga, Contributor

  • Galatasaray renew interest in Ghana’s Bernard Mensah

    Turkish Super Lig giants Galatasaray have renewed their interest Ghanaian super star Bernard Mensah ahead of the 2020/21 campaign.

    Mensah came close to leaving Kayserispor in the January transfer window due to the club’s financial struggles but the highly rated attacker had to stay put after interested clubs failed to meet his valuation.

    First, it was revealed that Italian Serie A side AS Roma attempted to secure the services of the Ghanaian midfield maestro but their bid fell short of Keyserispor’s valuation.

    It was also revealed at the beginning of the season that Turkish outfit Be?ikta? came lose to signing Mensah- a move that was turned down by Keyserispor who were determined to hold to their priced asset.

    Bernard Mensah, who was transferred to Kayserispor for 3.6 million Euros from Spanish La liga club Gatefe was previously a player of Kas?mpa?a.

    The 25-year old plays mainly as a central midfielder but can also be deployed as second striker or in the no. 10 role.

    Source: ghanaguardian.com

  • National Media Commission praises media for coverage on coronavirus

    The National Media Commission (NMC) has praised the media for showing solidarity towards the fight against coronavirus through its reportage.

    It has however asked practitioners to maintain balance in their news items by relying on official sources for accurate information on the pandemic so as not to downplay its gravity.

    General Secretary of the NMC, Mr. George Sarpong, in a statement issued in Accra yesterday noted that while the media may be concerned about reducing anxiety among the public on the disease, “jokes”, must not be entertained.

    “In the legitimate attempt to reduce public anxiety and provide hope in this moment of disquiet, some media have resorted to making jokes about the disease.

    “While humor may have its place in reducing anxieties in moments of national stress, it also carries the risk of minimizing the sense of urgency and possibly leading to complacency in public response,” he warned.

    The Commission, therefore, reminded “the media that in a situation like this, the balance still remains our greatest professional virtue and the best way to achieve that is to rely on the official sources for accurate information.”

    Ghana has so far recorded 16 cases of coronavirus.

     

    Source: Ghanaiantimes.com.gh

  • Valley View University hosts and wins 4-team competition

    Valley View University showed class last weekend after hosting and winning a four team tournament at their grounds.

    Hosts, Valley View University,Vision FC, Regent FC and Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) battled for for honours last Sunday.

    Valley View University led by their captain, Prince Adu Owusu shrugged off competition to lift the trophy at stake.

    VVU were however dealt a big blow when in-form attacking midfielder, Vincent Obeng Kojo Kyere (Iniesta) picked up a slight knee injury in the 23rd minute against GIMPA.

    Further tests by the doctors revealed that the mercurial midfielder will be sidelined for 4weeks.

    The four team tournament was was in preparation for the PUSAG Games later this month but the spread of the deadly Corona Virus has left this years tournament hanging in the balance.

    Prior to winning the four team tournament, Valley View University had posted a 2-0 win over GIMPA and held University of Ghana to a 1-1 draw in friendly matches.

    Below are the full results of the four team competition which Valley View conquered all clubs to claim the trophy.

    First match

    *Regent F/C 1 vs 3 Vision f/c B*

    second match

    *VVU 1 vs 0 GIMPA*

    (56th minute goal Courtesy Prince Adu Owusu(C)

    Third place match

    *GIMPA 1 vs 0 REGENT F/C*

    Final Match

    *VVU 4 vs 1 VISION F/C B* goal Courtesy : (Weija 8, Prince Adu Owusu(C) 15, Ben 20, 56)

    In other disciplines Valley View University Basketball team lost to GIMPA to claim second spot.

    Source: muftymufty.wordpress.com

  • Hearts of Oak express interest in signing Eleven Wonders duo

    Hearts of Oak have set sights on acquiring the services of Salifu Ibrahim and Seth Osei from Eleven Wonders in the ongoing transfer window.

    The duo have been attracting interest from several clubs in the Ghana Premier League following their impressive performances in the 2019/20 Ghana Premier League season.

    Both parties are currently locked in negotiations over a move possible transfer in the coming days.

    Salifu has been a key cog of the team in the midfield, winning four Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards so far this term.

    Winger Seth Osei is currently one of the highly-rated youngsters in the league.

    He underwent trials with the Barcelona youth team in 2018

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Coronavirus: UK stocks dive despite stimulus plans

    UK stocks tumbled on Wednesday as major UK and US stimulus plans failed to quell worries about the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

    The FTSE 100 index of top UK firms dived more than 5%, with aerospace firms, travel companies and housing firms leading the declines.

    The pound meanwhile hit a six-month low against the dollar to trade at $1.1966.

    It came despite the US on Tuesday outlining a $1tn (£830bn) package to support the world’s biggest economy.

    UK chancellor Rishi Sunak also revealed a £350bn stimulus package for UK firms, including £330bn of business loan guarantees.

    It also included aid to cover a business rates holiday and grants for retailers and pubs. Help for airlines is also being considered.

    Mr Sunak told a news conference: “Never in peacetime have we faced an economic fight like this one.”

    US stock market futures were also indicating a weaker open for Wall Street on Wednesday, despite the main indexes rebounding more than 5% on Tuesday.

    The stimulus measures taken globally also failed to buoy Asian stocks. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 ended Wednesday 1.7% lower, the Hang Seng in Hong Kong fell by 3.3%, and China’s Shanghai Composite lost 1.8%.

    On Tuesday, US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said he supports sending money directly to Americans as part of a $1tn stimulus plan aimed at averting an economic crisis caused by the virus.

    The overall aid package would be larger than the US response to the 2008 financial crisis, amounting to nearly a quarter of what the US federal government spent last year.

    In Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is reportedly forming a panel of key economic ministers and Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda to discuss measures to prop up the economy.

    The move, which would bring Japan in line with other nations, is designed at averting an economic crisis in the country, which some fear could tip into recession.

    Big shifts in the stock market are often in the news, whether they are booms or falls owing to coronavirus or the financial crisis.

    As companies grow, they issue shares. The largest companies in the UK have shares which are bought and sold on the London Stock Exchange.

    Their collective performance is often quoted amid a blizzard of numbers that may feel confusing and irrelevant. Rarely does anyone mention during a coffee with friends that the FTSE 100 has dropped well below 7,000 points.

    But there are good reasons why this performance affects your life and finances.

    Many people’s initial reaction to “the markets” is that they are not directly affected, because they do not invest money.

    Yet there are millions of people with a pension – either private or through work – who will see their savings (in what is known as a defined contribution pension) invested by pension schemes. The value of their savings pot is influenced by the performance of these investments.

    Source: bbc.com

  • Coronavirus: Begoro Hospital Nurses use tissue as nose mask

    There is fear and panic among Nurses and Midwives at Begoro Government Hospital in the Eastern region as a pregnant woman suspected to have been infected with Covid-19 virus is quarantined.

    The woman hails from Abuoso but stays in Koforidua, the Eastern Regional capital.

    She reported at Hospital after visiting a CHPS compound with fever, cough and flu with a body temperature of 41.2degrees C (106 degrees F). The suspect was being traced for having contact with one of the individuals who has tested positive.

    Meanwhile, there is anxiety among Health Workers at the Begoro Hospital due to lack of protective materials. Currently, they are improvising with tissue papers turned into nose mask as they await supply of proper nose masks and other protective gadgets to work with.

    Starr News has gathered that five cases tested so far as at March 19, 2020, in the Eastern region have all tested negative

    However, one suspected case from Somanya will be tested today.

    Meanwhile, the Regional Health Directorate is contact tracing two other persons signalled by National team to have had contact with some individuals tested positive.

    One is said to be in Kukurantumi whilst the other is in Koforidua.

    The latest information provided is that the Kukurantumi contact has been traced to his parents home but was said to have returned to Accra.

    Ghana has so far confirmed 11 cases of coronavirus whilst efforts are ongoing to test many more who have come into contact with the affected persons.

     

    Source: starrfm.com.gh

  • Shatta Wale announces his poolside as venue for his upcoming free online “Faith Concert”

    African dancehall King, Shatta Wale is set to host his first ever online concert dubbed “Faith Concert” which is aimed at empowering and strengthening people to believe there is still hope amid coronavirus outbreak.

    Recall there has been earlier reports of his imminent free online faith concert. Latest developments suggest that the venue for the concert is his residence, near his swimming pool where he will treat fans worldwide with good music and live performances with his band.

    He added that there will be no fan nor crowd at the proposed venue. Every fan should be seated at the comfort of their homes and enjoy the live show on his youtube and other media channels.

    See tweet below:

    Source: Ghgossip.com

     

  • Coronavirus: Ghana records first 3 community spread

    Ghana has recorded its first three local cases of the novel coronavirus according to the latest information released by the Ghana Health Service (GHS).

    A total of 16 confirmed cases have been recorded so far as at March 20, 2020, with 13 being imported. It is however emerging three victims got the virus locally through close contacts with infected persons.

    They include a 29-year-old Ghanaian lady; resident of Accra who has no history of travel; but her sample confirmed positive in the laboratory.

    The other is a 53-year-old Ghanaian male, resident of Tema who also has no history of travel and with no evidence of close contact with a confirmed case.

    The last person is a 34-year-old Ghanaian lady resident of Accra with contact of a confirmed case at place of work.

     

    Source: mynewsgh.com

  • Kevin-Prince Boateng wants to leave Turkey for Ghana over COVID-19

    Be?ikta? forward Kevin-Prince Boateng wants to leave Turkey for his native Ghana following an outbreak of the deadly Coronavirus in the European country, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report.

    The 33-year-old has held private meeting with the club’s management over his decision to leave the country as soon as possible.

    Be?ikta? are reluctant to allow the player to leave for Germany over claims the risk is even more troublesome in his country of birth.

    The club again says the decision to leave for Ghana could also pose same risk for the former AC Milan star after the West African nation recorded 16 cases of COVID-19.

    Turkey’s youth and sports minister Mehmet Kasapoglu announced the suspension of sporting events in the country on Thursday amid the scare of the rampaging virus.

    Turkey has so far reported 191 positive virus cases with two deaths.

    Footballers in the country, especially foreign nationals are desperate to run for cover as the epidemic continues to wreck havoc globally.

    The Black and Whites issued a statement on the situation urging fans to remain calm.

    “This virus has spread to almost every part of the world. The World Health Organization said this was a global epidemic. Where will you go, even if you want to take leave? The flights are currently stopped. Turkey also one of the most reliable country for the moment on this issue. Our state is taking the necessary measures. Nobody panic. Not only you, other players, other teams and we are also worried. We must be calm first. ”

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • One arrested for gang-rape

    The police have arrested a 23-year-old man believed to be part of a gang that raped a 19-year-old girl in the bush behind the UPSA hostel and Mpeasam, near Legon in Accra.

    The suspect identified as Kwesi Owusu, a mechanic apprentice, together with two other suspects, allegedly raped the girl in turns along an abandoned path which leads to the hostel.

    The Public Relations Officer of the Accra Regional Police Command, DSP Effia Tenge, said the incident took place at 9 a.m. on March 4, 2020 when the victim was on her way home from work.

    She said when the victim got to the pathway between the hostel and Mpeasem, she realized a man was following her so she decided to walk faster.

    The victim said while walking briskly, she saw two other men approaching her from the opposite direction and the suspects suddenly trapped her in the middle of the footpath.

    The three men grabbed and dragged her into the bush where they took turns to forcibly have sex with her.

    DSP Tenge said, after raping the victim, the three men abandoned her to her fate and bolted but the victim managed to walk to a nearby police station to lodge a complaint and was given a medical form for medical attention.

    She said on March 12 while investigations were ongoing, the police arrested Owusu and he had since been identified by the victim as one of the men who raped her.

     

    Source: dailyguidenetwork.com

  • Coronavirus: Yaa-Naa places indefinite ban on funerals in Dagbon

    The overlord of Dagbon traditional area, Yaa-Naa Mahama Abukari, has banned the performance of funerals indefinitely in the area.

    The ban forms part of the measures instituted to help contain and prevent the spread of coronavirus pandemic.

    “With immediate effect, the performance of all funerals is banned in the Dagbon traditional area,” the overlord stated.

    The ban was contained in a press statement signed and issued to the press on Wednesday by Mr Abdul-Rahmana Mohammed, Secretary to the Yaa-Naa.

    Yaa-Naa also restricted a large number of visitors to his palace.

    He, therefore, advised the elders of Gbewaa to strictly enforce the instructions and not to allow large crowds into his palace henceforth.

    Yaa-Naa Abukari further ordered chiefs and sub-chiefs to abide by the measures outlined by the President and health professionals to assist mitigate the spread of the pandemic.

    The overlord called on all religious leaders in the area to respect and observe the directives by the President by desisting from holding congregational prayers in their mosques and churches.

    Yaa-Naa Abukari appealed to the clergy to intensify prayers against the spread of coronavirus.

    He commended the President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, for the steps and measures taken so far to contain and manage the spread of the disease in the country.

    The overlord of Dagbon said it is important for all to support the government in this trying times to bring the disease under control.

     

    Source: Ghanaiantimes.com.gh

  • Former Kotoko management member David Serebour wants Menhyia to audit Dr. Kwame Kyei

    Former management member of Asante Kotoko, David Serebour is pleading with the club’s owners to audit Executive Chairman Dr Kwame Kyei following the recent spate of payments by the club in penalties.

    The Porcupine Warriors have been charged to pay former coaches C.K Akonnor and Kjetil Zachariassen over the abrupt end to their stay at the club.

    Kotoko risk paying another $30,000 owed Esperance following the continuous transfer of former Berekum Chelsea striker Emmanuel Clottey.

    David Serebour is unconvinced by the financial state of the club calling for the thorough audit of Dr Kyei.

    “It’s high time Manhyia Palace audits Dr Kwame Kyei for the period he has being at Kotoko or force him to constitute a board,” he told Oyerepa FM.

    “All is not well with Kotoko, we risk paying GHc 20,000 for not constituting board, we have to settle Zachariassen, CK Akonnor and others which is Kotoko’s money. Nobody should say its Dr Kyei’s money, Kotoko pays back every penny he gives to the club.

    “I personally told Dr Kyei about Zachariassen that it was a wrong choice but he won’t listen.

    “Dr Kwame Kyei should account for the monies accrued from Africa. We will get to know if he’s spending his own money or Kotoko’s.

    “Am ready to finance the auditing firm to do this job, I am pleading with Manhyia to audit him.”

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Badu Kobi sends emissaries to beg for Kennedy Agyapongs forgiveness

    Founder and General overseer of Glorious Wave Church International, Prophet Emmanuel Badu Kobi has sent emissaries to the Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong to apologize on his behalf.

    For the past one week, Kennedy Agyapong made it his mission to expose Prophet Badu Kobi for all his bad deeds despite claiming to be a man of God.

    Kennedy Agyapong alleged that Badu Kobi brought four Indians to do some rituals for him and killed a black goat as a sacrifice. Someone chanced upon them and took a video of all that.

    Again, Kennedy Agyapong exposed the dubious ways Badu Kobi got his cars including how he evades taxes and other customs duties.

    He even led the custom officers to his house to cease some of his cars for nonpayment of custom duties.

    Badu Kobi also took to his pulpit to hit back at Kennedy Agyapong. He attacked Kennedy mercilessly and warned him to be careful how he deals with him.

    Well, Badu Kobi has thrown in the towel. He has sent emissaries to apologize to Kennedy Agyapong and begged for mercy.

    Kennedy Agyapong who was speaking on Boiling Point on his tv station, Net2 Tv made these shocking revelations to Ghanaians.

    The member of parliament revealed he told Badu Kobi he has accepted his apologies for now but he should apologize to the president of Ghana, Nana Addo for all the insults he has rained on him.

    Kennedy Agyapong informed Ghanaians that Badu Kobi has agreed to apologize to Nana Addo on NET2 TV. Ken warned he has given him some time to apologize or face his wrath.

     

    Source: ghpage.com

  • Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu’s sister shot dead in Berekum

    A man identified as Kwabena Yeboah alias Kobii has heinously shot dead a sister of Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu.

    According to reports, the capital offence was committed during the early hours of Wednesday morning in a suburb of Berekum in the Bono region.

    Neither the Police nor the family of the deceased have an idea of the reasons why the lady was shot dead by the man.

    Agyemang-Badu is currently on-loan at Serie A side Hellas Verona and is being quarantined in Verona, Italy due to the widespread of the pandemic coronavirus which has infected many in Italy and claimed over 3,000 lives.

    Yeboah currently on the run after committing the atrocious crime as Police begin to search for him to be arrested.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Amazon refusing to stock non-essential items

    Amazon is temporarily refusing to stock certain items in its warehouses, to cope with overwhelming demand for household essentials due to the coronavirus pandemic.

    It means third-party sellers of non-essential items could find it difficult to ship orders to customers.

    The move will last until 5 April and cover warehouses in the US and Europe.

    Amazon told the BBC: “We are temporarily prioritizing household staples, medical supplies, and other high-demand products coming into our fulfillment centres so we can more quickly receive, restock, and deliver these products to customers.

    “We understand this is a change for our selling partners and appreciate their understanding.”

    Source: bbc.com

  • GFA closes offices countrywide over coronavirus fears

    The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has closed its offices until further notice because of Coronavirus concerns.

    Members of the GFA including clubs, Regional Football Associations, etc are being reminded to use the online systems of the GFA (email, Registration System – FIFA Connect) to communicate with the Secretariat until the offices reopen.

    The GFA will continue to engage with the Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Service on the next steps and inform our staff and stakeholders accordingly of any changes.

    This is part of the precautionary measures being undertaken by the Executive Council of the GFA to curb the spread of the pandemic.

    The GFA is also reminding clubs that are still engaged in training to desist with immediate effect and fully respect the directive from H.E. President Nana Addo Dankwa AkufoAddo.

    Source: ghanafa.org

  • Italy coronavirus deaths rise by record 475 in a day

    The number of people dying from coronavirus in Italy has risen by 475 in one day to nearly 3,000 – the biggest increase since the outbreak.

    There are a total of 35,713 confirmed cases in the country, with more than 4,000 having successfully recovered.

    Lombardy, the worst-hit region, recorded 319 deaths in one day.

    Italy is the world’s worst-affected country after China, where the virus originated last year. At least 8,758 people have died, most in China.

    The vast majority of the more than 200,000 confirmed cases – 80% – have occurred in Europe and the Western Pacific region, which includes much of Asia, the World Health Organization (WHO) says.

    Many countries have taken drastic measures, including social distancing and cancelling major events to help slow transmission and reduce pressure on the health systems.

    “But to suppress and control epidemics, countries must isolate, test, treat and trace,” the WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus said on Wednesday.

    Italy has been on lockdown for almost two weeks as authorities try to halt the progress of the virus.

    People have been asked to stay indoors – but the number of deaths has continued to spiral.

    The WHO’s emergencies director, Mike Ryan, said this was probably due to the “astonishing” number of cases within the health systems, as well as the high number of elderly people in the population at large.

    Dr Tedros hailed the beginning of the first vaccine trial so soon after the emergence of the virus as “an incredible achievement”.

    Source: bbc.com

  • Shatta Wale shares 1000 sanitizers to fans across Ghana

    In his bid to help keep the hopes of people alive and help prevent further spread of the ruthless coronavirus, dancehall king, Shatta Wale has shared first 1000 hand sanitizers to fans across Ghana.

    With Ghana recording it 11th coronavirus case, Shatta Wale is doing everything possible to keep down the virus. He took to twitter to thank God for the first 1000 sanitizers sent out successfully and explained that he did it for the love of his fans because they made him who he is today. The second batch may follow soon.

    Check his tweet below:

    Source: www.ghgossip.com

  • Queen leaves Buckingham Palace for Windsor

    The Queen has left Buckingham Palace for Windsor Castle in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, according to BBC royal correspondent Jonny Dymond.

    Her Easter visit to Windsor has been brought forward by a week and she is likely to stay there beyond the Easter period, Buckingham Palace has said.

    It comes after the palace announced that the state visit of the emperor and empress of Japan to the UK had been postponed. It was planned for the spring but will be rescheduled to a later date.

    Source: bbc.com

  • Ghanaians are incredible – Jerome Boateng

    Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng says his visit to Ghana was one of his best experiences.

    The 31-year-old German International has not cut ties with his origin despite representing the European country.

    Boateng, half-brother of Ghana international Kevin-Prince Boateng opted to play for the former World Champions prior the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa after representing Germany at youth level.

    The defender has since gone on to make 76 appearances for the Germany National team with three FIFA World Cups to his credit.

    Despite his allegiance to Germany, the former Manchester City star reveals visiting his native country has been a life-time experience.

    The defender played against Ghana at the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and Brazil respectively.

    Source: ghanasportsonline.com

  • Mr. Eazi sends sweet message to his girlfriend, Temi Otedola as she celebrates her birthday

    Birthdays are important moment in our lives. Girlfriend of Mr Eazi, Temi is celebrating her birthday.

    Mr Eazi reassured Temi Otedola of his love for her with a cute message on her birthday. The music star took to his Instagram page on March 20, 2020, where he celebrated Temi on her birthday with a beautiful photo of the billionaire heiress and fashion vlogger.

    Mr Eazi posted a photo together with her with the caption,

    ” More Life 🔊 to my Queen, my love @jtofashion May your light keep shining & never Die!!! Wish you great Health, Wisdom, Peace, Love & Joy!!! Omo to Shan! 😉😉 “

     

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    Source: www.ghgossip.com

  • Coronavirus and the workforce behind the testing in Ghana

    Coronaviruses (CoV) are large family of viruses that causes illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV).

    Coronaviruses are zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted between animals and people. Detailed investigations found that SARS-CoV was transmitted from civet cats to humans and MERS-CoV from dromedary camels to humans. Several known coronaviruses are circulating in animals that have not yet infected humans.

    The pandemic coronavirus Infection (COVID-19) is a new strain that was discovered in December 2019 in Wuhan, China after the outbreak of person-to-person transmission.

    Globally, over one hundred and fifty thousand (150,000) cases have been confirmed with more than five thousand (5,000) deaths recorded and over seventy thousand (70,000) cases recovered. In Africa, as at 16th March 2020, three hundred and seventy-six (376) cases have been confirmed with seven (7) deaths recorded and thirty-nine (39) cases recovered.

    Ghana has six (6) cases confirmed without any record of death and recovery. The President of the Republic immediately addresses the nation on measures taken to combat the spread of COVID-19 in the country. Earlier on, the Ministry of Health (MoH) and Ghana Health Service (GHS) have also taken measures to curb the spread of the disease. These measures include but not limited to;

    1. Alert message sent to all regions in Ghana on the outbreak in addition to guidance information on the disease.

    2. Enhanced surveillance at points of entry especially the Kotoka International Airport.

    3. Laboratory testing of COVID-19 in suspected human cases by Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research.

    However, Ghana currently has two testing facilities the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research and Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine.

    The questions most Ghanaians are asking are –

    1. Why only these two testing facilities for COVID-19 in Ghana?

    The answer is that Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research and Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine are the two well-equipped laboratories with resources needed for testing the pandemic coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Since the outbreak of the COVID-19, the most widely used testing method is the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). It is widely used in virology and molecular biology to rapidly make millions of copies of a specific DNA sample for scientific analyses. The two (2) most common types of PCR used are the Nested RT-PCR and the Real-time RT-PCR. Real-time RT-PCR has emerged as a technological innovation and is playing an ever-increasing role in clinical diagnostics and research laboratories. Due to its capacity to generate both qualitative and quantitative results, it is considered an essential device. In Ghana, the Real-time RT-PCR is employed by professionals to rapidly detect the pandemic coronavirus infection. Considering the capacity, application and importance of this device, most government health facilities should be provided with at least one PCR machine.

    The COVID-19 should be a wake-up call for government to well-equip the Public Health Laboratories, Teaching Hospital Laboratories and Regional Hospital Laboratories with equipment and accoutrements needed for the testing of special cases like the current coronavirus. Let me echo that “a hospital without a well-equipped laboratory is deficient and does not qualify to be a hospital.”

    2. Who are the professionals behind the testing of the pandemic Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ghana?

    The answer is Medical Laboratory Scientists also known as the “disease detectives.”

    These professionals generate accurate and reliable laboratory data needed to aid in diagnosis and treatment of a disease. “There is no accurate diagnosis without laboratory testing.” The services rendered by these committed professionals are very vital in quality healthcare delivery and that they continued to play a vital role in disease prevention, detection, surveillance and patient management in the country.

    As a concerned citizen of this country, I urge the government to give these professionals the needed attention and support to make our health system a better one. Ghanaians deserve better and a health system without adequate and quality laboratory services is of no use to the patients and the citizens at large.

    Also, more laboratories should be equipped to handle some special cases like the current COVID-19 to minimize the transportation of samples from one facility to the other for testing.

    Finally, I urge fellow Ghanaians to join the campaign on the pandemic COVID-19 sensitization in order to increase awareness. Tell a friend to tell a friend, CORONAVIRUS is real. Be on guard.

     

    Source: Emmanuel Nii Otoo Dodoo, Contributor

  • Kingsley Fobi wants to play for boyhood club before retirement

    Former Black Meteors player Kingsly Fobi has revealed he is an avid fan of Ghanaian giants Kumasi Asante and wish to play for his boyhood club before he hangs his boot.

    The right fullback was answering questions in a Q&A with his followers on micro blogging site twitter when one follower asked him the club he would want to play for before retiring.

    Fobi then explained that he is a staunch Kotoko supporter and promised his late father that he will someday play for his favourite club.

    The Watford player currently on loan with Spanish third tier side CD Badajoz also revealed that he hopes to finally make his English Premier League bow with parent club someday.

    Fobi is yet to make earn a call up to the senior men’s national team but has represented Ghana at the U-20 and U-23 levels.

    He was part of the Black Meteors squad that failed to qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games in Egypt.

    SOurce: ghanaguardian.com

     

  • Coronavirus: Ashesi University provides students with free 10GB data for online classes

    Ashesi University has announced a free 10 gigabyte monthly data bundles to students for online academic activities.

    The university is among the many tertiary institutions that have suspended lecture hall activities following a directive for schools and universities to shut down over the coronavirus outbreak.

    Ashesi University, private-run tertiary institution, is touted as a first-rate institution in Ghana.

    President Nana Akufo-Addo on Sunday, March 15 directed that schools and universities in the country should close from Monday, March 16, 2020.

    “All Universities, Senior High Schools, and basic schools, i.e. public and private schools, will be closed Monday, 16th March 2020, till further notice. The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Ministry of Communication, has been tasked to roll out distance learning programmes,” he said.

    The President made the announcement as part of a raft of measures to limit public gatherings and contain the spread of the deadly coronavirus.

    The move by Ashesi University is been praised by social media users.

    Source: myjoyonline.com

  • Johnny Depp: Dispute over finger injury at centre of The Sun libel case

    How Johnny Depp lost the top of his middle finger is proving key to a libel case he has brought against The Sun.

    The actor is suing publisher News Group Newspapers (NGN) over a 2018 article that alleged he was violent and abusive towards his ex-wife Amber Heard.

    At a preliminary hearing on Wednesday, the newspaper group said he sustained the injury during “an alcohol and drug-addled rage against Ms Heard” in 2015.

    But he claims his finger was fractured when she threw a glass bottle at him.

    The couple met in 2011, married in 2015 and settled their divorce out of court in 2017.

    Ms Heard, who is giving evidence in support of The Sun, has accused her ex-husband of grabbing, shoving and strangling her while they were on holiday in Australia.

    She claims he “severely injured his finger, cutting off the top” while he was smashing a telephone against a wall, according to NGN’s barrister Adam Wolanski QC.

    But Mr Depp claims Ms Heard threw a glass bottle at him, which smashed and fractured his finger, before she put “a cigarette out on [Mr Depp’s] right cheek”.

    Mr Wolanski said the accounts of what happened were “diametrically opposed” and claimed Mr Depp’s version of events was undermined by texts he later sent to his doctor.

    Penelope Cruz and Winona Ryder have provided written statements that express surprise and shock at seeing him characterised as violent.

    According to Mr Wolanski, Ms Heard believes her ex-husband is “leaking evidence which he thinks supports his case into the press”.

    It will be decided at another preliminary hearing on Friday whether the two-week trial will begin on Monday.

    Neither Mr Depp nor Ms Heard attended Wednesday’s hearing.

    Source: bbc.com

  • Coronavirus: Ghana records 16 cases in 9 days

    Ghana has recorded five (5) new confirmed cases of the fast-spreading Coronavirus pandemic, making a total of 16 cases in all.

    All 5 cases were confirmed on the 19th March 2020 from the Greater Accra Region, according to information on government’s official COVID-19 update page; https://ghanahealthservice.org/covid19/.

    Details on the ghana health service page indicate that the cases involve a 29-year-old Ghanaian lady; a resident of Accra with no history of travel. A sample from her was confirmed positive in the laboratory

    The others are a 34-year-old Ghanaian lady, also a resident of Accra; a 53-year-old Ghanaian male, resident of Tema, a 41-year-old Ghanaian male, and a 36-year-old Ghanaian male, resident of Paris, France.

    The second case was a contact of a confirmed case at place of work, the third has no history of travel and no evidence of close contact with a confirmed case.

    The fourth arrived in Ghana by KLM on the 15 March 2020. It indicated that the patient was exposed to family members in Amsterdam exhibiting respiratory symptoms and also on the flight with some passengers sneezing and coughing.

    In the case of the 36-year-old Ghanaian male, the date of arrival in Ghana is unconfirmed and there is currently no evidence of contact with any infected person.

    Contact tracing has been initiated in all these confirmed cases.

    The new cases follow some previous 11 recorded from Wednesday, March 12, 2020.

     

    Source: www.ghanaweb.com

  • NMC cautions media against making jokes about coronavirus disease

    The National Media Commission (NMC) is warning the Ghanaian media against making jokes about the new coronavirus disease that is ravaging the world.

    “While humour may have its place in reducing anxieties in moments of national stress, it also carries the risk of minimising the sense of urgency and possibly leading to complacency in public response,” the Commission noted.

    Latest figures indicate 244,973 persons have contracted the viral disease which has killed 10,033 in three months, with 87,408 having recovered from it.

    Ghana has recorded 11 cases as at Thursday, March 19, 2020 with zero deaths so far. Health officials say those infected are responding positively to the treatment.

    The Ghanaian media have generally been praised for demonstrating commendable support for the national cause.

    However, the Commission in an advisory on the coverage of the coronavirus pandemic observed that, in the legitimate attempt to reduce public anxiety and provide hope in this moment of disquiet, some media houses have resorted to making jokes about the disease.

    It, therefore, called on media practitioners to ensure that “balance still remains our greatest professional virtue” in such a situation.

    The Commission further advised media practitioners to rely on official sources for accurate information about the deadly disease.

    Source: myjoyonline.com

  • Shatta Wale emerges the most streamed Ghanaian artiste on audiomack, beats Stonebwoy and Sarkodie

    Shatta Wale has the bragging right amongst his two rivals Stonebwoy and Sarkodie after he emerged as the most-streamed artiste on Audiomack.

    Audiomack is a music streaming and audio distribution platform that allows artists to upload music and podcasts to listeners across its mobile apps and site.

    What this means is that the Dancehall artiste has the most listenership ahead of his colleagues.

    Also making the list include King Promise & Kwesi Arthur.

    See full list below:

    Source: ghbase.com

  • There is more to life than football – Dede Ayew

    Ghana skipper Andre Ayew has expressed his sympathy for persons affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

    The disease, also known as Covid-19, has infected over 207,855 people around the world, including high-profile sportsmen, resulting in the suspension of most football competitions, including the English and Ghanaian national leagues, in a bid to control the spread of the disease.

    The number of global deaths stands at 8648, with China and Italy among the most affected nations.

    “As the world takes decisive steps to combat the spread of the deadly coronavirus which is wreaking havoc to families, communities and nations, I want to urge you all to continue to adhere strictly to all the preventive advice to help stay healthy and also to help curb the spread of the pandemic,” Ayew posted in a social media message on Thursday.

    “To fellow footballers, sports personalities, fans and families who have been affected, I wish to express my sympathies and I pray to Allah to comfort you and grant you healing mercies.

    “To the frontline health workers who are working around the clock all over the world to assist those affected, keep doing your best for humanity.

    Source: Goal.com

  • Kotoko fan Kingsley Fobi wants to play for boyhood club before retirement

    Former Black Meteors player Kingsly Fobi has hinted on his desire to play for his boyhood club Asante Kotoko before hangs his boot.

    The right fullback was answering questions in a Q&A with his followers on micro-blogging site twitter when one follower asked him the club he would want to play before he retires.

    Fobi then explained that he is a staunch Kotoko supporter and promised his late father that he will someday play for his favourite club.

    The Watford player currently on loan with Spanish third-tier side CD Badajoz also revealed that he hopes to finally make his English Premier League bow with parent club someday.

    Fobi is yet to make earn a call up to the senior men’s national team but has represented Ghana at the U-20 and U-23 levels.

    He was part of the Black Meteors squad that failed to qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games in Egypt.

    Source: Ghanaguardian.com

  • Coronavirus global death toll reaches 9,000

    The Coronavirus pandemic has killed more than 9,000 people across the globe, according to an AFP tally on Thursday, based on official sources.

    A total of 9,020 deaths were recorded as of 1100 GMT, with 4,134 in Europe and 3,416 in Asia, where the outbreak first emerged in China in December.

    With 712 more deaths reported in the past 24 hours and a total of 90,293 cases, Europe is now the region where COVID-19 is spreading the most rapidly.

    Source: punchng.com

  • Coronavirus: Stop training GFA to clubs

    The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has warned clubs that are still engaged in training to desist with immediate effect and fully respect the ban on social gathering and observation of social distance as directed by President Nana Addo Dankwa AkufoAddo to stop the spread of COVID-19.

    Ghana has recorded 11 cases of COVID-19 so far.

    The GFA has, also, closed its offices until further notice because of Coronavirus concerns.

    The GFA says its members including clubs, Regional Football Associations among others are to use the online systems of the Associatioin (email, Registration System – FIFA Connect) to communicate with the Secretariat until the offices reopen.

    The GFA noted that it will continue to engage with the Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Service on the next steps and inform its staff and stakeholders accordingly of any changes.

    Source: classfmonline.com

  • Kayserispor midfielder Bernard Mensah leads player revolt over coronavirus

    Kayserispor midfielder Bernard Mensah led a player revolt, leading to the suspension of this weekend’s match against giants Fenerbahçe due to the deadly Coronavirus, GHANAsoccernet.com can report.

    The 25-year-old led his teammates to boycott the match originally scheduled for this weekend.

    Turkey’s youth and sports minister Mehmet Kasapoglu announced the suspension of sporting events in the country on Thursday amid the scare of the rampaging virus.

    Turkey has so far reported 191 positive virus cases with two deaths.

    Footballers in the country, especially foreign nationals are desperate to run for cover as the epidemic continues to wreck havoc globally.

    Kayserispor president Berna Gözba?? confirmed these developments, “Some of our footballers do not want to play, let’s see how we can convince.” Please stop the league. ”

    “The government has told the population to stay at home,” says Diego Angelo. What are we footballers? Aren’t we part of the population? We are human beings, we do not want to play football for now. Life and health are more important than anything. Please don’t forget that we have our family! We are not robots to satisfy your entertainment. We are also people. Please stop the league.”

    Bernard Mensah replied, “Life is the most important thing in the world. The disease is a serious thing. They still insist on going. Do they really care about us?”

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Alfred Duncan advises Ghanaians to take precautions against Coronavirus

    Black Stars and Fiorentina midfielder Alfred Duncan has advised Ghanaians to take the necessary precautions to help limit the spread of the Corona Virus in the country.

    The Ghana Health Service has so far confirmed a total of 11 cases of the COVID-19 in the West African nation.

    All football activities in Europe and Africa has been temporarily halted as authorities look to get to grips with the spread of the deadly virus.

    For most people, the coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough.

    For others, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.

    The vast majority of people recover from the new virus. According to the WHO, people with mild illness recover in about two weeks. Those with more severe illness may take three to six weeks to recover.

    Source: footballmadeinghana.com

  • Berekum Chelsea’s Jonah Attuquaye joins Legon Cities – reports

    Berekum Chelsea forward Jonah Attiquaye has joined Legon Cities on a three-year deal for a reported fee of GHC 80,000.

    The teenage attacker moves to Legon Cities as they seek to beef up their team to survive the Ghanaian topflight.

    Attuquaye, 19, has been in fine form for Chelsea in the league and he is expected to help the struggling Legon Cities to maintain their premiership status.

    He becomes the third player reported to have joined Legon Cities in this window with the rest being Umar Bashiru and Nicholas Gyan.

    Attuquaye was courted by both Torino and Empoli last year after excelling with the Under 20 team of Berekum Chelsea in a youth tournament in Italy where they reached the quarter-finals.

    Source: ghanacrusader.com

  • GFA in a state of ‘coma’ as Elmina Sharks becomes the latest club to field an unqualified player

    The growing crisis that has crippled the Ghana Football Association has heightened after a whistleblower revealed again on Friday that Elmina Sharks also fielded an unqualified player during a Premier League match against giants Hearts of Oak last month to bring the number of high-profile cases to four so far.

    It has been revealed that striker Benjamin Bernard Boateng was ineligible to feature in the side’s 1-1 stalemate against the Phobians in Accra.

    The club’s top scorer received his first caution against King Faisal on Match Day -6 on January 25, received his second caution against Medeama SC in Tarkwa on Match Day-10 on February 16.

    He was also booked in the side’s 1-0 win over Ebusua Dwarfs in the derby at the Papa Kwesi Nduom Sports Stadium on Wednesday February 19 which means he was ineligible to feature against Hearts of Oak on match-Day-12.

    The striker sat out in their FA Cup win over Swedru All Blacks on February 23 and returned to feature against the capital giants on March 1, 2020.

    Hearts of Oak, Techiman Eleven Wonders have followed Medeama as clubs to have being caught in the web.

    The integrity of the federation is on the line as it is required to implement its whistleblower laws to deduct the six points from the club over a contentious new law.

    This is the fourth club to have been revealed to have played an unqualified player after Medeama were docked six points while Hearts of Oak, Wonders are facing the same sanction for the same offence.

    By the new regulation of the federation, the GFA is bound by it’s own laws to implement the report of a whistleblower which means it must act on the report to deduct Eleven Wonders SIX POINTS for fielding an unqualified player.

    This is another massive test case for the Ghana FA after the association docked league leaders Medeama six points for the same offence in a protest filed by Great Olympics.

    While Hearts may have not filed a protest against the the Elmina-based side, the Ghana FA is now faced with the difficult decision to knock off points from the Fearsome Sharks side following the revelation by the whistleblower as indicated by it’s own law.

    The decision to award boardroom points to Great Olympics has ruffed feathers and sparked a wave of criticism, opening the FA up for widespread attacks.

    Medeama have been docked six points for fielding an unqualified Nana Kofi Babil – who served his three match ban in the league after sitting out of the FA Cup tie against Karela United.

    It’s now emerging several clubs are unaware of the law they claim was ‘smuggled’ in as the amended regulation was done by the Executive Council, setting the tone for long legal battles to further derail the league that has been halted by CoronaVirus.

    The Ghana FA appears to have little choice to act against Elmina Sharks for a similar infraction of the law. Failure to do so will show that favouritism is the order of the day.

    This situation is likely to throw the season into further chaos with a litany of legal battles looming.

    While Article 23(5) A & 25 (1) of the GFA statutes accords congress with the supreme and legislative authority and power, it appears Article 39(K) of the amended statutes has vested parallel legislative authority on the Executive Council – a situation which has divided opinions in the West African nation.

    The new article appears to be a clear departure and a practice in contradiction to the status quo.

    Critics says the new stipulation appears to elevate the Executive Council to the level of congress for no apparent reason as many football aficionados have vowed to ensure the authority of congress is jealously guarded.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • WHO head tells Africa to ‘wake up’ to coronavirus threat

    Africa must “wake up” to the coronavirus threat and prepare for the worst, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.

    The continent should learn from how the spread of virus has sped up elsewhere, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said.

    He warned that while Africa’s confirmed cases were currently low – around 640 – there was no reason for complacency.

    “Africa should wake up, my continent should wake up,” said the Ethiopian, the WHO’s first African head.

    Health experts warn that strained public health systems in Africa could become quickly overwhelmed if the virus takes hold, especially in overcrowded urban areas.

    “WHO’s recommendation is actually mass gatherings should be avoided and we should do all we can to cut it from the bud, expecting that the worst could happen,” Mr Tedros told a news conference in Geneva, where the WHO is based.

    In Africa, 16 people have died from Covid-19, the respiratory illness caused by coronavirus: six in Egypt, six in Algeria, two in Morocco, one in Sudan and one in Burkina Faso.

    In South Africa, which has 116 cases, President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared a state of disaster, restricting travel, closing schools, banning mass gatherings and ordering bars to close or limit numbers to 50.

    The country has also banned all cruise ships from its ports. This comes despite tests coming back negative for six people on board a cruise ship, which had been put under quarantine. All 1,700 people are now free to leave the ship and return home.

    Anyone breaking South Africa’s coronavirus measures will be subject to a fine, or even imprisonment.

    Source: bbc.com

  • Let’s work together to win ‘coronavirus match’ – Andre Ayew to football world

    Captain of the Black Stars Andre Dede Ayew has released a heart warming message of support and encouragement in these trying times as the coronavirus pandemic sweeps through the world.

    The novel coronavirus has caused the suspension of many sporting,entertainment and other activities worldwide as it has left many people battling for their lives whiles others have also died.

    COVID-19 a flu like ailment which started in China December last year has swept through the world like world fire with Italy now the epicenter of the pandemic whiles others like Germany, France, Spain and UK are all experiencing its full force.

    Although the fatality rate is not on the high, it infected 244,176 with 10,006 deaths while 87,407 have fully recovered from the ailment as at Thursday 19th March 2020 9:40pm GMT.

    The Black Stars captain has urged all to adhere to the preventive guidelines provided while we keep safe to avoid contracting the deadly virus.

    He also empathizes with affected persons and prays for a quick recover while also encouraging front line health care professionals to continue their good works.

    The Swansea attackers adds that together we will all win this difficult match with COVID-19.

    “As the world takes the decisive steps to combat the spread of the deadly coronavirus which is wrecking havoc too families, communities and nations, I want to urge you all to continue to adhere strictly to all preventive advice to help stay healthy and also help curb the spread of the pandemic,” excerpts of Andre Ayew’s message.

    Source: ghanaguardian.com

  • Couple caught having sex in a car arrested for breaching coronavirus lockdown

    Authorities in Italy have arrested a couple for breaching coronavirus quarantine rules after they were caught having sex inside a car.

    The couple, a 23-year-old Egyptian man and a 40-year-old Tunisian woman were caught in the act by a police officer on the outskirts of Milan on Monday.

    Police say the roadside fling happened on a road in Mecenate near Milan which has been heavily hit by the coronavirus outbreak.

    According to news agency ANSA, the pair were accused of ignoring a quarantine rule which bans two people from being in the front or back of a vehicle together.

    It wasn’t revealed if the couple will face further action, but Italian authorities are keeping an eye on all road vehicles in order to enforce a ban on travel.

    Italy currently has 31,506 cases of coronavirus with 2,503 deaths.

    Source: dailymail.co.uk

  • Police on manhunt for Kwabena Yeboah for killing Agyemang Badu’s sister

    The Berekum District Police have mounted an intense search for a man identified as Kwabena Yeboah alias Kobii who has heinously shot dead a sister of Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu.

    According to reports he committed the offence during the wee hours of Monday morning and sneaked out of town in a bid to escape the rod of justice for his capital offense.

    Yeboah, who appears to be in his late 40s or early 50s, is currently on the run after committing the heinous crime in a suburb of Berekum in the Bono region.

    The man reportedly shot the woman on Monday morning for reasons unknown to neither the Police nor the family of the deceased.

    Officers are currently soliciting tip-off and other vital information which could lead to the arrest of the fugitive killer who is believed to be in a hideout around the area or probably crossed the Ghanaian border to the Ivory Coast.

    Anybody with information on the whereabouts or hideout of the criminal can contact the Ghana police for the criminal to be arrested and face the full rigorousness of the law.

    The unwelcoming news comes to the on-loan Hellas Verona midfielder is currently being quarantined in Veneto, Verona Italy, due to the global pandemic coronavirus which has affected many in Italy and claimed over 3,000 lives.

    Source: ghanasportsonline.com

  • Coronavirus: Ghanas Grand Lodge suspends all meetings over pandemic

    The spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ghana has led to a suspension of all meetings by the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Mason of Ghana.

    The Masons said such a decision has become necessary in order to protect its members from the fast-spreading disease.

    In a statement, the group advised its members to take the needed precaution and to follow directives of the Ghana Health Service.

    “Most worshipful brother N/Capt Kwadjo Adunkwa Butah, the grand master has directed that all masonic meetings under the grand lodge of Ghana to be suspended with immediate effect for a period of 1-month,” the statement read.

    It added that the suspension of all meetings became necessary “having taken into consideration the situation, and having regard the overriding interest of safeguarding the health and safety of all brethren and their families.”

    This comes after President Akufo-Addo announced a ban on all public gatherings across the country as a measure to prevent the spread of the virus.

    Meanwhile, the number of Coronavirus cases recorded in Ghana have risen to 11 within the last one week.

    Last Thursday, the Ghana government officially confirmed that the country has recorded its first two cases of the coronavirus.

    Five more persons tested positive by Sunday, with a further four cases being recorded yesterday (Thursday).

    The Ghana Health Service, however, insists that all the victims are recovering well.

    source: pulse.com.gh

  • Coronavirus: Let’s go on break – Kennedy Agyapong appeals to Speaker of Parliament

    The Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong is appealing to the leadership of parliament to suspend them as the country recorded its eleventh cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    He said the sitting arrangement in parliament puts them at a high risk of contracting the virus.

    He stated that the MPs will use their long break to do parliamentary duties after the infection has been eradicated in the country.

    Speaking on Net 2 television, he said: “I’ll like to appeal to the leadership of Parliament to put parliamentary duties on hold for now. Let us go on break as the country deals with the outbreak and then later use our long vacation to work. By that time the problem may have been dealt with.”

    He explained that “Although there are sanitizers all over the place where we can all wash our hands frequently, we need to discourage that sitting arrangement because we are too close in the house.”

    Source: pulse.com.gh

  • Coronavirus: Ghana facing emergency health crisis – Mahama

    Former President John Dramani Mahama has underscored the need for Ghana to act swiftly to prevent further spread of the deadly coronavirus.

    The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in a Facebook post expressed worry at the threats the virus poses to human life and the nation as a whole.

    He referred to the situation in China, Italy and Iran to buttress his point and the need for Ghana to take the steps to prevent the spread of the virus.

    “Ghana is facing a very serious public health emergency caused by#COVID-19. We can all see the evidence from other countries – Italy, China, Iran & others- about how significant the threat of this virus is. Ghana has recorded 11 confirmed cases now. We must act to #StopTheSpread.”

    The first is a 59-year-old Ghanaian woman, resident in the United Kingdom who recently returned to Ghana and currently living in Kumasi, reported to a private hospital with the history of fever (temp of 39.1 ), general malaise, cough and runny nose. Her condition was suspected to be COVID-19.

    Blood sample was subsequently collected and sent to KCCR and the report was received this early morning as positive for COVID-19.

    The second case is a 61-year-old Lebanese male trader and resident in Kumasi. He felt unwell and reported to a health facility with fever (temp 39.1 ), and cough. The sample tested positive for COVID-19.

    Source: rainbowradioonline.com