Alexander Djiku, defender for Fenerbahce and Ghana Black Stars, has shared his incredible journey from growing up watching the Black Stars to becoming a vital member of the team. After giving it some thought, Djiku, who was born in France, chose to represent Ghana internationally, and he has since established himself as a key member of the national team. Djiku played a crucial role in helping the Black Stars qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, showcasing his defensive prowess during key matches. Thanks to the 29-year-old’s impressive performances, Ghana defeated Mali and the Central African Republic during the…
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Nigerian Grammy award-winning artist and Afrobeat singer Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, also known as Burna Boy, has distributed food to some families in Port Harcourt. As part of his social duties, the singer gave back to the Pot Harcourt community on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. The “Killing Them” hitmaker has previously donated to the Nigerian people and the wider community. His habit of doing this regularly was known. In celebration of his significant Grammy Award victory in 2021, Burna Boy also gave food assistance to over 300 families in Rivers. The musician has also worked with the R.E.A.C.H. program to provide…
Following Jordan Ayew’s hat-trick against the Central African Republic (CAR), Ghanaian singer Sista Afia could not help but be impressed by the striker’s good looks. The Black Stars defeated the Wild Beasts 4-3 at Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Monday, but Ayew was the standout player of the game. The Crystal Palace forward netted a sensational hat-trick as Otto Addo’s side came from behind to make it two wins from their last two matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers following last Thursday’s victory over Mali in Bamako. Sista Afia observed that Ayew was not only handsome but also…
Ghana Premier League side Deams Football Club has filed a protest against Real Tamale United for fielding unregistered players during their 8-1 thrashing. It all began when the RTU players decided to skip the game due to over six months’ worth of unpaid salary. As a result, Chief Executive Zakaria Safianu decided to field inexperienced and unregistered players, which is why Dreams FC crushed RTU 8-1 on Wednesday at the Theatre of Dreams in Dawu. The RTU Chief Executive, Zakaria Safianu, reportedly recruited players from Division Two sides Galaxy FC and another unidentified team. The player credited with RTU’s lone…
A suspected case of food poisoning has sent over thirty students from the Ajumako-Afransi Technical and Vocational Institute in the Central Region to the hospital. According to reports, the students were brought right away to the Ajumako Baah Salvation Army Polyclinic after experiencing upset stomachs following a meal. The incident happened on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, after lunchtime stew and waakye consumption. Some of the impacted students are being treated at the Ajumako District Government Hospital, while others are receiving care at the Ajumako Baah Salvation Army Polyclinic. In an interview, physician assistant Daniel Agyeakpor said that the majority of…
Hassan Ayariga, the All People’s Congress (APC) presidential candidate, has urged Ghanaians to support the party and choose him to be the country’s next leader in the elections scheduled for December 7. Mr. Ayariga declared his commitment to the nation’s advancement during a press conference held at the party’s Accra headquarters on June 11, 2024 He claimed that neither of the two major party candidates—the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) or the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP)—had anything new to offer the country and that any campaign pledge made by them was merely an attempt to win support. I am…
The Championship team Luton Town is interested in signing Ghanaian defender Baba Rahman, a left-back who has revived his career in Greece. Luton Town is eager to have a player with Rahman’s level of experience on their roster as they look to quickly return to the Premier League following their recent relegation. The Greek Super League champions PAOK Thessaloniki emerged victorious for the first time since 2019 thanks in large part to the outstanding season the defender had. He scored six goals and chipped in three assists. Luton Town is the latest club to express interest in Rahman, joining the…
Following a tragic boat accident on the Oti River in Dambai, Krachi East Municipality on June 11, 2024, two people are still missing, including a pregnant woman. The incident happened when a boat carrying ten people from the Dambai market capsized while crossing a river to the fishing village of Ingyari. Following the event, a four-year-old girl was declared deceased. The pregnant woman’s family, meanwhile, is horrified by the news and worries for the unborn child’s safety as well as her own. Seven of the passengers have been rescued, according to Jacob Desiavour, the National Disaster Management Organization officer (NADMO)…
The Ghanaian left-back sensation David Oduro is the focus of Barcelona and Chelsea’s efforts to bolster their rosters. Oduro became an 18-year-old on Thursday, which made it possible for him to leave Accra Lions and join a European team. Before going back to Accra, the quick wide player had trials with Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Barcelona earlier this year. David Oduro, the promising Ghanaian left-back who impressed during his trial at La Masia, has turned 18 and could now sign for any club in Europe. His priority is Barça, but a decision is not imminent. @scapde_45 🇬🇭 — barcacentre (@barcacentre) June 13,…
A consortium comprising the Development Bank and Petra Pension Plan has agreed to finance the Shiprite Project, a dry dock to be built at Takoradi Port in the Western Region. The 137 million dollar terminal will have a carrying capacity of 13,500 tons, a 200 m long pier, training, office, and heavy marine equipment. The project nicknamed ‘Project Shiprite’ has received full commitments of 137 million US dollars from all suppliers. The Chairman of the Board of Petra Advantage and Petra Opportunity Schemes, Chris Hammond, said, “The participation by Petra in Project Shiprite is a pioneering move by these pension…