Midfield maestro Firdaus Yakubu of Hasaacas Ladies FC has been included in the Black Queens squad to face Zambia. The former Ashtown Ladies talismanic midfielder has been superb to watch since she signed for the Takoradi-based giants two years ago. Firdaus played a key role in every victory for the Hassacas Ladies team, which later made Ghanaian women’s football proud throughout Africa. The in-form midfielder, who played for Ashtown Ladies from 2015 to 2022, joined the Hasmal Ladies before the commencement of the 2022–2023 Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League season. The 24-year-old signed a three-year deal with Hassacas Ladies, which…
Author: Kofi Dekye Acquaye
Pokua Poku-Mouhtiseb, the esteemed fashion designer and creative director of Poqua Poqu, has departed from this life. It is reported that she passed away on Wednesday, February 14, at the Lister Hospital as a result of complications during labor. The clothing line Poqua Poqu bills itself as an accessible luxury option for ladies. The brand was founded in 2011 to offer multipurpose clothing to chic, sophisticated, and fashionable women. High-profile individuals who have patronized the brand include Menaye Donkor, Claudia Lumor Lady Dentaa Amoateng MBE, Ayesha Bedwei Ibe, Eugenia Tachie-Menson, Anita Erskine, and Shirley Emma Tibilla. Pokua had her primary…
Well-known Ghanaian actress Martha Ankomah has filed a lawsuit against actor and musician Kwadwo Nkansah, better known by his stage name Lilwin, for some offensive remarks he made about her recently. Lil Win criticized Martha Ankomah in a recently circulated video, saying she looked down on the Kumawood film industry. During Lilwin’s live broadcast, award-winning director Frank Fiifi Gharbin reportedly revealed to Lilwin that Martha had said Kumawood does not produce intelligent films and that she would never work with Kumasi stars. Furthermore, he mentioned that these were supposedly the words that Martha Ankomah was heard saying when Director Gharbin…
According to a report from reliable sources, Samuel Nerquaye-Tetteh, the Chief State Attorney at the Office of the Attorney-General, has lost his legal license as a result of improperly obtaining money from Wayome. Mr. Nerquaye-Tetteh was disbarred by the General Legal Council (GLC) for collecting GH¢400,000 from businessman Alfred Agbesi Woyome in 2011. The lawyer was found guilty of professional misconduct under Rule 2(2) of the Legal Profession (Professional Conduct and Etiquette) Rules, 1969 (L.I. 613). He will never be permitted to practice law in Ghana again, as things currently stand. The decision was made by the Disciplinary Committee of…
As worries grow that one of the last democracies in coup-hit West Africa may be in danger, the number of people killed in Senegal during protests over the decision to postpone the presidential election until December has risen to three. There were reports that a student was killed as well during the protest. Although opposition lawmakers have criticized the move as an “institutional coup,” President Macky Sall has stated that the delay is required because electoral disputes threaten the poll’s credibility. Three people have died since Friday, according to Cartogra Free Senegal (CFS), a civil society platform that tracks casualties.…
Famous Ghanaian-British actress Ama K. Abebrese has been named an International Organization for Migration (IOM) National Goodwill Ambassador by the UN. She will actively promote well-managed migration, shining light on its beneficial role in the distribution of talent across the world, alongside eight other ambassadors. The director-general of IOM, Amy Pope, expressed her excitement about these well-known individuals supporting programs that improve migrant lives and promote humane migration practices. IOM, an intergovernmental organization that was founded in 1951, is essential to the functioning of the UN system. After a prolonged absence from the screen, the actress and entrepreneur will now…
Iddrisu Shaban, a gifted young player for Vision Football Club, passed away after being admitted to the hospital following a fall he suffered during training. Shaban had a terrible head injury from a fall, and after spending many days in the hospital receiving critical care, he tragically passed away this morning at the Tamale Teaching Hospital. A very great young man, Shaban developed as a very talented player and frequently represented the club during training and match days. His most recent match was on February 10th against Tamale Dreams FC, where he contributed an assist and was a key player…
Shatta Wale, the king of Ghanaian dancehall, has warned his followers after con artists took control of his social media profiles. Following the takeover of his social media accounts on Twitter and, more recently, Snapchat, Shatta warned his fans to be wary. He revealed that the con artists were using his likeness to trick gullible people. In reaction to this unfortunate circumstance, Shatta Wale advised his followers to interact with only verified accounts on Snapchat by sharing his new handle with them. He stressed that individuals should proceed at their own risk if they initiate interactions with other accounts purporting…
The Ghana Football Association has made public the roster for the Blackstarlet players who will be reporting to the Prampram to start their camping experience. The twenty-seven squad list is made up of mostly local players who are ready to step up to represent the national team at the junior level. A nationwide interschool football competition took place in the Ashanti Region in the meantime, but not a single player was chosen. Players from Golden Kicks, Na God, Benab FC, Still Believe, Attram de Visser, etc. make up the squad. Check the 27-man squad list below
Ghana and Chelsea Football Club legend Michael Essien paid a courtesy call on Ivory Coast and Brighton playmaker Simon Adingra at his family house in Bondoukou, Cote D’Ivoire The winner of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations was outstanding; his skill and cunning runs enabled Ivory Coast to win the trophy a record three times. After Super Eagles captain Trost Ekong gave them the lead, Adingra’s goal sealed Ivory Coast’s victory. As the veteran player from Ghana met the entire family at their home, the 22-year-old winger was overjoyed and could not contain his excitement. They were his wife, their…