Ghanaian dancehall gem, Shatta Wale has expressed his gratitude to God, colleagues and fans after a successful 2022 edition of his annual Freedom Wave Concert.[ads2] It was a night to remember as Shatta Wale teamed up with Medikal for the second edition of the Freedom Wave Concert on December 25. The event saw a massive turnout with the 40,000 Accra Sports Stadium filled to capacity by fans of the two musicians.[ads3] Even though there were some minor flaws, the event that saw energetic performances from Medikal and Shatta Wale alongside other artistes who showed up to support ended successfully. In…
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Ghanaian midfielder, James Akaminko is reportedly on the verge of joining Tanzanian giants Simba Sports Club.[ads2] According to reports, the talented midfielder has emerged as a top transfer target for the Msimbadzi Reds with a first bid already rejected by Azam FC. It is believed Simba SC have tabled another offer difficult for Azam FC to reject and the former AshantiGold Sporting Club midfielder could switch camp in the next coming days.[ads3] The 27-year old has been a sensation since joining Azam FC in Tanzania five months ago. Akaminko joined Azam FC on a two-year deal in July, 2022 as…
Black Galaxies secured a resounding 2-0 victory in their first warm-up encounter in Egypt against the Young Pharoahs at the Cairo International Stadium earlier today.[ads2] The Ghanaian home-based side continued their splendid form as they prepare for the CHAN 2023 in Algeria which start early next month. Goals from Silvester Simba and Kofi Kordzi ensured the Black Galaxies emerged victorious in the cagey encounter at the North African country.[ads3] Coach Annor Walker and his charges will engage in other high-profiled matches in Egypt where they are camping for quick weather acclimatization before moving to Algeria for the competition. Ghana has…
The Ghana Police Service has set December 27 each year in Ghana as Prophecy Communication Compliance Day.[ads2] The day has been adopted to remind all about the practice of faith within the confines of the law “to ensure a safe, secure environment, free of anxiety generated from predictions of impending harm, danger or death”.[ads3] A statement released and signed by the Director of Public Affairs, CSP Grace Ansah-Akrofi on Tuesday, December 27 is to serve as a reminder to Ghanaians, especially the religious community about its caution on 31st Night prophecies. Read the statement below https://twitter.com/GhPoliceService/status/1607530879756247041?t=1Prg80gpWveYSTSf1nwQDw&s=19 [ads4]
Black Galaxies head coach, Annor Walker has settled on twenty-five players for the pre-tournament trip to Egypt for the 2022 CHAN tournament in Algeria.[ads2] The Black Galaxies will depart Accra on Saturday, December 24, 2022 for Cairo where they would camp for 18-days ahead of the Championship of African Nations tournament that kicks off in Algeria on Friday, January 13, 2022. The team will play a number of friendly matches in Cairo to smooth out the rough edges before travelling to Algeria for the biennial championship. The Black Galaxies are paired with Madagascar, Sudan and Morocco in Group C. Find…
Former Ghana’s Finance Minister, Professor Kwesi Botchwey, has been laid to rest on Thursday, December 22, 2022.[ads2] This was after a state funeral service held for him at the State House in Accra on Thursday before a private burial service. At the funeral service, several dignitaries including President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former President John Dramani Mahama, former Speaker of Parliament, Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, National Chairman of the NDC, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, a host of other NDC officials among others were in attendance. Professor Kwesi Botchwey, a National Democratic Congress (NDC) stalwart died on…
After twelve years of marriage, popular Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth known in real life as Bright Okpocha and his wife Elsie Okpocha have decided to go their separate ways.[ads2] The award-winning comedian broke the news on his social media page on Thursday, December 22, 2022. As to why they have ended the marriage, Basketmouth failed to disclose that to the public.[ads3] He wrote that, “As much as it pains me to bring my personal life to the public space, this is an unavoidable situation. “After much deliberations, my wife and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage. “As…
Former Ghana trainer, Avram Grant has been appointed head coach of the Zambia national team.[ads2] The Israeli tactician has been handed the Zambia coaching job on a two-year deal after fruitful discussion. The former Chelsea and WestHam United manager has replaced Croatian gaffer Aljosa Asanovic who resigned from his position in September 2022 after being in charge for only nine months. Asanovic was hired as head coach of Zambia in January 2022 when he took over from local coach Beston Chambeshi.[ads3] Avram Grant has been tasked to guide the 2012 African champions to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations which…
Experienced midfielder, Gladson Awako has signed a year contract extension with Hearts of Oak.[ads2] The 31-year old will have his contract with the Ghana Premier League powerhouse coming to an end in 2024 but will have an option to further extend his stay thereafter. The Black Galaxies captain has been on a fine form since joining Hearts of Oak hence extending his contract.[ads3] The former Ghana U-20 star is currently in the national team camp with the Black Galaxies as they prepare for the CHAN tournament in early January in Algeria.[ads4] Awako captained the Black Galaxies to qualify for next…
The Circuit Court in Accra presided over by His Honour Mr Samuel Bright Acquah has remanded former Black Stars striker Prince Tagoe into lawful custody until next year, January 4, 2023.[ads2] Prince Tagoe, popularly known as Prince of Goals pleaded not guilty to the charge of defrauding by false pretense of former footballer George Antwi Boateng to the sum of $40, 000 dollars. Even though Counsel for the accused Lawyer George Asamani prayed for the court to admit the accused person to bail, the request was turned down after the prosecutor Chief Inspector Agartha Abena Asantewaa opposed the bail on…