Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Bryan Acheampong is reportedly close to be named the new Minister of Food and Agriculture.[ads2] According to report reaching Kyfilla.com, the ace politician has emerged as the favorite to occupy the top position in the Akufo-Addo-led government. This comes after the resignation of Dr Owusu Afriyie Akoto who vacated his position to concentrate on his ambition of becoming the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 general elections.[ads3] Dr Afriyie Akoto became the second minister in the current government to step down from his position after Alan Kyerematen who also resigned for…
Author: Wilhelmina Antonniette Bartels
Black Galaxies friendly encounter against their counterpart from Mozambique on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 has ended abruptly.[ads2] This was after the Mozambique players walked off the pitch after a penalty was awarded against them. The Black Galaxies were down by a goal to nil before the game was called off by the center referee.[ads3] The two countries were using the friendly as preparation for the 2022 CHAN in Algeria which kick start on January 13, 2023. The Black Galaxies will face Madagascar in first game of the tournament on January 15 before taking on Sudan four days later.[ads4] The team…
The National Cathedral project will cost Ghana over Gh¢1billion and not $400million as eatimated by the government, says North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.[ads2] According to the astute lawmaker, the cost of compensations, demolition, tax waivers, consultancy, among other stuff needed for the construction of the National Cathedral is estimated to cost GH¢1 billion. “The taxes are being misused, GH₵339,003,064.86 million cash withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund, but that is not all. My estimation is that billions will be used, because the cost of compensation, demolition, contracts escalations and all the tax waivers have not been added. So what’s going…
Ghanaian musicians, Black Sheriff and Gyakie have been billed to perform at the Afro Nation 2023 in Miami, United States of America.[ads2] The two are the only musicians from Ghana to perform at the event despite the avalanche of talented artistes in the country. The two-day event labeled as “the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival” will be held at the LoanDepot Park in Miami on May 27 and 28.[ads3] The event which will be the first American installment of the festival devoted for the Afrobeatz music genre will headlined by two of Nigeria’s finest artistes in Burna Boy and Wizkid. There…
Highly-revered Ghanaian rapper, Lousika has been enstooled as the queen mother of Manso Nkwanta Traditional Area in the Ashanti Region.[ads2] The veteran rapper cum businesswoman was conferred the chieftaincy title in a colourful ceremony today, January 10, 2023. She is now Nana Nyarko Aboraa Sika III.[ads3] Lousika who hanged her boots years ago is known for songs like ‘Hands Up’, ‘Dedeede’ and ‘Opampam’ which he featured Shatta Wale.[ads4]
Ghanaian artiste manager, Lawrence Nana Asiamah popularly known as Bulldog has been convicted by the Circuit Court 10 for threatening President Akufo-Addo.[ads2] The former Shatta Wale manager has been convicted to a fine of Gh¢48,000 or in a default serve a 40-day imprisonment. Bulldog is standing trial for threatening President Akufo-Addo on UTV’s United Showbiz when the issue of Menzgold was raised where during the discussion the said if Menzgold customers are not paid, the President will not be able to complete his tenure.[ads3] He said this on January 9, 2021 and he was part of panelists that appeared on…
Serbian side ŽFK Spartak Subotica have announced the signing of Ghana midfielder, Edmund Addo on a permanent deal.[ads2] The 22-year old midfielder has joined Subotica after leaving Moldovan club Sheriff Tiraspol where he has excelled. Addo was a key member of FC Sheriff during his stay at the club which even attracted offers from clubs like Red Star Belgrade.[ads3] The former FC Senica midfielder played 33 matches for Sherrif last season across all competitions and scored once, helping the club to retain the Moldovan Super Liga title and also won Moldovan Cup. He made his Ghana debut on November 11,…
Former Speaker of Parliament, Professor Mike Aaron Oquaye has called for a fixed term for Chair person of the Electoral Commission (EC).[ads2] According to the former lawmaker, the process for the appointment of the elections management boss must be reviewed to avoid political pressure. “Every Electoral Commission chair person, duly appointed by the President in accordance with the constitution, has always brought difficulties from the two competing political parties. If we know of other alternatives, can we suggest them so we can have our peace. In some countries, for example, the competing political parties themselves elect one person each to…
Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has pleaded with Ghanaians to accept Meek Mill’s apologies after shooting a music video at the Jubilee House.[ads2] The multiple award-winning American rapper has been heavily criticised after his music shot at the Jubilee House surfaced online. Despite deleting the video, Meek Mill has apologised to Ghanaians for his actions.[ads3] And the lawmaker who has also criticised the rapper has finally entreated Ghanaians to accept the apologies, adding that Meek Mill has been sincere with his apologise. “It does appear Meek Mill’s multiple apologies to Ghanaians are quite sincere and should…
The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Dr Owusu Afriyie Akoto has reportedly decided to resign from his office.[ads2] According to multiple reports, the ace politician want to step down from his position as Minister to concentrate on his ambition of contesting the flagbearership position of the New Patriotic Party ahead of the 2024 elections. Dr Afriyie Akoto has reportedly begun the process of relinquishing his position in the Akufo-Addo-led government and likely to submit his resignation letter to the President in the coming days.[ads3] He will become the second sector minister in the current government to resign from his position…