Author: Wilhelmina Antonniette Bartels

Former Asante Kotoko striker, Franck Mbella Etouga has said he has never regretted leaving the Ghanaian champions after just a season with the club.[ads2] The 21-year old Cameroonian goal poacher played a huge role when Asante Kotoko won the Ghana Premier League title last season where he scored 21 goals to finish second on the topscorers log. After an incredible performance that season, Mbella who had a year left on his contract with Asante Kotoko left for Al Masry in Egypt.[ads3] “I made a choice to leave Asante Kotoko after helping them win the league title and I do not…

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Reports from Denkyira Fobinso, a community in the Upper Denkyira West District of the Central Region indicate that a 22-year old man has been lynched to death.[ads2] The deceased, Evan Wireko is said to have been lynched to death at Denkyira Fobinso for an alleged involvement in a robbery incident at a galamsey site in the community. Wireko is said to have completed Adisadel College in the Central Region in 2021 and was waiting to gain admission to the University this year.[ads3] The deceased, according to Citi News, visited the Denkyira Fobinso community to engage in galamsey activities and was…

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The Executive Chairman of AB & David Law Company, David Ofosu-Dorte has entreated Ghanaians to anticipate more layoffs in the financial sector as the economic situation of the country is at a critical point.[ads2] According to him, there is no hope of an economic recovery as most Ghanaians are praying for. Mr Ofosu-Dorte says with the ongoing debt restructuring, Ghanaians should not be over confident of a possible financial sector rebound.[ads3] “I mean, a lot of organizations who will not have access to money to expand including those in the banking sector who have had the payments of their bonds…

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The Secretary to the Board of Trustees of the National Cathedral of Ghana, Reverend Victor Kusi Boateng has been directed by court to serve North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa in the contempt case through the Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin.[ads2] This was disclosed by the South Dayi MP Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor while speaking to journalists after the contempt case against Mr Ablakwa was adjourned by the court on Tuesday, February 21 until the service is done properly. He said, “The matter has been adjourned sine die for the applicants to put their House in order. The court has directed…

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The Minority in Parliament have pledged their support for North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa over lawsuit filed against him by the Secretary to the Board of Trustees of the National Cathedral of Ghana, Reverend Victor Kusi Boateng.[ads2] Reverend Victor Kusi Boateng has filed a motion, praying the court to commit Mr Ablakwa to prison for his conduct. The opposition lawmaker had kicked a writ meant to be served on him by a court bailiff on Friday, February 3. He had given the pretext that he was on his way to Parliament when the bailiff approached him at the forecourt…

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Dutch legend, Marco Van Basten has said Kudus Mohammed is a better football player than Antony of Manchester United.[ads2] According to the 58-year old, Kudus Mohammed is very smart and more technical unlike Antony who has enough skills but very ‘confused with things that he is trying to do’ in the English Premier League. Both players were teammates at Ajax FC before the Brazilian winger left for Manchester United in a big-money move.[ads3] Kudus Mohammed has been in a blistering form this season for Ajax FC which has won him several admirations. But Antony’s big-money move to the Premier League…

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Ghana winger, Christian Atsu has been found dead under the rubble of his home almost two weeks after the Turkey earthquake.[ads2] The 31-year old had been missing since February 6 quake that caused the collapse of his apartment in Antakya, Hatay. “There are no words to describe our sadness,” tweeted his Turkish top-flight club Hatayspor. “We will not forget you, Atsu. Peace be upon you, beautiful person.”[ads3] His agent Nana Sechere, who has been in Hatay, confirmed the news on Saturday on Twitter, writing: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to announce to all well wishers…

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Telecommunication giants, MTN Ghana has organised a mega blood donation exercise in Takoradi to help stock the blood bank of Effia Nkwanta Teaching Hospital. The exercise was supported by staff of the hospital, targeting about 200 students from Takoradi Technical University, Adiembra Senior High School and Ghana Secondary Technical School.[ads4] The health intervention initiative forms part of the MTN Ghana’s nationwide Valentine’s day ‘save a life campaign’ which has been in existence since 2011 with the objective of supporting the country’s national blood bank. The Tuesday’s exercise at the three schools also offered students the opportunity to check their blood…

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Former Member of Parliament for Shama Constituency in the Western region, Ato Panford has kicked the bucket.[ads2] The former deputy trade minister during the first term of President Akufo-Addo passed away on Sunday after short illness. Ato Panford lost his seat as MP for Shama during the 2020 NPP primaries. He lost to his contender Lawyer Samuel Erickson Abakah who later won in the general elections.[ads3]

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An American television writer, Philip Rosenthal once said “a good restaurant is like a vacation; it transport you and it becomes a lot more than just about the food” and that’s exactly what Second Wife Restaurant stands for.[ads2] The days of ravenous among residents of Sekondi and its environs due to high cost of food at most eateries in the metropolis is over because of the establishment of Second Wife restaurant. Located at the second floor of the Youth Center in Sekondi, Second Wife Restaurant is owned by Ibrahim Kuurimah; a first degree communication holder from the University for Development…

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