To commemorate the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, the Ghanaian government has designated Thursday, April 11, as a statutory public holiday. The nation as a whole was urged to observe the day in a statement signed by the Interior Minister, Henry Quartey. As stated in the statement, “Eid-ul-Fitr, hereby declared a statutory public holiday and should be observed as such throughout the nation,” is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2024. Eid-ul-Fitr is a major religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to mark the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting (sawm). The holiday marks the conclusion of the 29 or…
Author: Kofi Dekye Acquaye
Soursop leaves are the leaves of the taro plant, known scientifically as Colocasia esculenta. They are commonly used in traditional medicine due to their numerous health benefits. Soursop leaves are packed with essential nutrients and compounds that can contribute to overall well-being. Soursop leaves offer a range of health benefits, including support for digestive health, weight loss, cardiovascular health, bone health, skin health, respiratory health, and anti-inflammatory properties. Incorporating Soursop leaves into your diet or incorporating them into your skincare routine can provide numerous benefits for your overall well-being. Here are some key health benefits of soursop leaves: 1. Digestive…
Reportedly, long-term, recurrent depressive disorder and associated mental health problems have been treated with Freddy Meiway’s music by former AIDS ambassador Joyce Dzidzor. Joyce Dzidzor perfected the “gesture” by incorporating Freddy Meiway into her new song Tatata, which is set to be released on Wednesday, April 10, and by getting his face tattooed on her back. Joyce said, “I have so much respect for Freddy Meiway. “His music served as therapy for me during my severe depression in Hamburg in 2019,” she said in an interview with Graphic Showbiz on Monday, April 1, 2024. “I got him tattooed on my…
According to Dr. Eric Nkansah, the Director-Genieral of the Ghana Education Service (GES), students enrolled in free senior high school (SHS) in their final year are not required to pay the GH¢465 registration fee for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). He claimed that the government had already covered the aforementioned costs and that the only students who needed to pay the registration fees to take the test were those who did not qualify for the free SHS policy. At a press conference in Accra last Monday, Dr. Nkansah was responding to a story circulating that all senior…
Well-known Ghanaian traditional kologo-stringing musician King Ayisoba has declared that he is only open to collaborating with accomplished musicians, especially those who have won Grammy Awards. In a recent interview with A1 Radio, the “I Want to See My Father” crooner said that he feels that he has reached a level of greatness with his music and would not settle for anything less than to work exclusively with artists who share his caliber of talent. He declared, “At this point, I do not think I need collaboration, and even if I do feature, I need someone who has previously won…
Football player Luke Fleurs of South Africa was shot dead by robbers in Johannesburg on Thursday, according to police and his club. This is just the latest incident to rock the nation plagued by crime. Fleurs, 24, a defender for the well-known Kaizer Chiefs team in Johannesburg, was shot and killed on Wednesday night while filling up his car at a gas station in a suburb to the northwest of the city, according to police. Kaizer Chiefs player Luke Fleurs tragically lost his life last night during a hijacking incident in Johannesburg, his team announced on social media. “It is…
Hon. Abdul Majeed Dorkurgu, the National Democratic Congress Parliamentary candidate for the Effia constituency, has given the EKMA District Football Association bags of water, soft drinks, and an undisclosed sum for the EKMA District Colts League at Effiekuma Police Park. The gesture was made at the Astro Turf in Effia-Kuma Police Park today, March 30, 2024. He felt compelled to support the Municipal Football Association and the Club owners as part of his developmental plans and vision for the Constituency because they align with his goals and aspirations for the people. When elected, he further pledged to support the growth…
Stanley Nyantekyi, a rising boxer from the Bronx Boxing Gym in Accra, defeated Emmanuel Quartey, a journeyman known as “Akufo Addo,” to win the National Featherweight Title Belt on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the SG Mall in Kumasi. In addition, Nyantekyi, also known as the Ashanti Warrior, got the fight started quickly to keep his supporters focused and prepared for action as he returned to action following a late downpour. The newly crowned champion was born and raised in Kumasi, but he decided to travel to Accra to learn how to box. His cornermen, who were happy that their…
Ghana Black Stars defender Alexander Djiku was in superb form as he lasted 90 minutes and also scored for his club Fenerbahçe in their 4-1 home win over Adana Demirspor in the Turkish Super Lig round 31. Along with adding a goal to his tally, the composed and unwavering Ghanian defender played heroically to guarantee his team’s three maximum points. He was rated 8.0. It was in the seventeenth minute that he scored his goal, the game’s opening goal. It was his second goal in 20 games, along with one assist. Fenerbahçe are 2nd on the league table with 82 points…
Swedish Allsvenskan side IF Elfsborg has signed talented Inter Allies defender Rufai Mohammed and will now apply his trade with the Swedish outfit. An important milestone in the 18-year-old defender’s career was reached when he inked a four-year contract with the Swedish team that will last until 2028. Rufai demonstrated his abilities and potential while training with the junior squads during his trials with IF Elfsborg in the spring before deciding on his move. A statement from the Division Two League outfit, Inter Allies Football Club, reads, We are delighted to announce that our center-back Rufai Mohammmed has completed a…