Two policewomen have been interdicted by the Police Administration after being captured in a video acting unprofessionally.[ads2] The officers are Inspector Martha Ackah and Sergeant Felicia Ocran, both at the Asokwa Divisional Command of the Motor Traffic and Transport Directorate (MTTD). The officers have been interdicted to allow for a thorough investigation into the case, in line with Police internal disciplinary procedures after which they will be prosecuted.[ads3] “We would like to urge the affected victims to come forward and support police investigation to enable us take the officers through the due process of the law as we seek to…
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Two Ghanaian referees have been appointed to officiate in the 2023 African Nations Championships (CHAN) to be held in Algeria early next month.[ads2] With two weeks to the commencement of the CHAN 2023, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released full list of match officials for the tournament with Ghanaian duo of Daniel Laryea and Kwesi Brobbey included. The list includes 19 referees, 21 assistant referees and 12 video assistant referees representing 32 of CAF’s Member Associations.[ads3] In keeping with its policy of promoting women’s refereeing, CAF has appointed three women match officials: referee Vincentia E. Amedone (Togo) and…
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…
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…