President Akufo-Addo has ranked himself higher than any presidents in Ghana’s history when it comes to road infrastructure.[ads2] According to him, his administration since assuming office in 2016, has constructed more roads than any government since the fourth republic. Delivering a state of the nation address in parliament on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, President Akufo-Addo said ,”Mr speaker, my government has built more roads than any government in history of the fourth republic.”[ads3] He said that since taking over the mantle for former president John Dramani Mahama in 2016, his administration has constructed about 148 factories which is in line…
Author: Wilhelmina Antonniette Bartels
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has said the invasion of Ashaiman, a suburb in Accra by military officers over death of a young soldier was sanctioned by the Military High Command.[ads2] Personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces stormed Ashaiman and its environs on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 in a manhunt for some criminals, who were suspected to have stabbed and killed young soldier, Imoro Sherrif on Saturday, March 4, 2023. Trooper Sherrif who was stationed in Sunyani was found dead in a pool of blood on Saturday, March 4 at Ashaiman in Accra after seeking for a permission to visit…
After storming Ashaiman, a suburb in Accra on Tuesday over the death of young soldier, Imoro Sherrif, the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has announced the arrest of about 184 suspects.[ads2] Personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 conducted a swoop in Ashaiman and its environs in a manhunt for some criminals, who were suspected to have stabbed and killed Imoro Sherrif on Saturday, March 4, 2023. The deceased, according to a GAF statement, was stationed in Sunyani but was in Accra on a course and sought the permission to visit his parents at Ashaiman, where he…
Evelyn Nsiah-Asare, board member of Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko has encouraged women to celebrate their accomplishments and continue to pursue for positions in leadership. According to the popular Ghanaian female football administrator and staunch gender-equality enthusiast, women can play a major role in shifting the world onto a path of sustainable and prosperous development hence the need to take delight in some leadership positions. In a post commemorating this year’s international women’s day, Evelyn Nsiah-Asare said, “the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of benchmarks for major actions that, by 2030, will create a world that is stronger, healthier,…
Former Presidents, John Agyekum Kufuor and John Dramani Mahama have landed in Parliament for today’s state of the nation address by President Akufo-Addo.[ads2] The two former presidents are among dignitaries present for the all-important event in Parliament this morning. “We are blessed with the presence of former President John Agyekum Kufuor and we have your Excellency the former President John Dramani Mahama,” Speaker Alban Bagbin mentioned them among other dignitaries present.[ads3] President Akufo-Addo is expected to address parliament and Ghanaians on the current situation of the country from 10:00am this morning. He is expected to touch on the controversial domestic…
Asante Kotoko head coach, Seydou Zerbo has lost his 10-year old son Zerbo Faical Mamadou.[ads2] According to a statement from Asante Kotoko, Faical Mamadou died on Tuesday due to complications after a heart surgery. The club’s statement reads, “Our head Coach Seydou Zerbo has lost his son Zerbo Faical Mamadou earlier today due to complications after a heart surgery.[ads3] “The entire Porcupine family send our condolence and prayers to our coach and his family in this difficult period. “The club will communicate to our fans the next line of action.”[ads4]
Ghanaian top-flight side, FC Samartex 1996 on March 6, 2023 held a seminar for its players and officials to abreast themselves with the laws governing football.[ads2] The seminar held at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena in Samreboi in the Western region was to help the players and technical team to appreciate the changes in the laws of the game. Retired Ghanaian referee JK Manu took the team through the entire process.[ads3] According to the club, the objective of the seminar was to enable the playing body and the technical team to come in terms with the laws of the game to…
After being dragged to court by the Special Prosecutor, Sumaila Abdul-Rahman has resigned from his position as the acting Chief executive officer of the Northern Development Authority (NDA).[ads2] Mr Abdul-Rahman has relinquished his position after the Special Prosecutor dragged him and his two deputies to court over alleged procurement breaches. In a statement, the outgoing NDA acting CEO explained that he has resigned to pave way for the ongoing judicial process without any interference.[ads3] “I write to resign from my position as Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Northern Development Authority (NDA). This decision has become necessary to enable…
Two children have been reported dead at Baba Dogo in Bortianor in the Ngleshie Amanfro constituency after Tuesday’s heavy downpour in Accra.[ads2] According to reports, the building housing the two children and their mother collapsed killing the children. The mother in a bid to move his two children to safety was unable to do so as rushing water carried the two children away.[ads3] Some parts of Accra got flooded after a three-hour downpour in the Ghana’s capital on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Affected areas included Circle, Ogbojo, Shiashi, Kasoa old barrier, Weija, Dansoman, Lapaz all got flooded. The rains which…
Former Ghana captain, Stephen Appiah has called on Ghanaians to support Chris Hughton to succeed as the Black Stars coach.[ads2] The former Brighton and Hove Albion manager was handed the Black Stars coaching job last month after the departure of Otto Addo. Hughton will begin his time in charge of the national team with the AFCON qualifiers against Angola.[ads3] And Stephen Appiah who happens to be the first captain to qualify Ghana to the World Cup has called on Ghanaians to let go everything and support the Black Stars. “I mean we all know Chris Hughton, who has coached a…