Ghana Premier League side Bechem United have appointed Francis Oti-Akenteng as their new Technical Director.[ads2] The role was was previously occupied by Turkish gaffer Kasim Gokyildiz but it seems he has stepped down hence his reshuffle. The former Ghana FA’s technical director has so much experience to help Bechem United glitter.[ads3] He is expected to help spot and nurture talents for the club from the youth team to the senior side. Mr Akenteng is also expected to offer pieces of advises to all head coaches to help maintain the club’s playing style.[ads4] Bechem United lost against Berekum Chelsea last week…
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Ghanaian champions, Asante Kotoko have announced the signing of experienced defender Mohammed Alhassan.[ads2] The 30-year old has joined the Porcupine Warriors on a year deal with option to extend it for another year after leaving Hearts of Oak. Alhassan’s move to Kotoko is on a free transfer after his contract with Hearts of Oak was terminated.[ads3] Mohammed Alhassan who joined Hearts of Oak in December 2018 after leaving WAFA SC was an integral member of the squad until recently that he lost his position as a first-option center back. He featured in over 90 matches for Hearts of Oak and…
Ghana forward, Daniel Afriyie Barnieh has commenced training with new club FC Zurich in Switzerland.[ads2] The 21-year old sealed a move to the Swiss club in January this year after a successful spell at Ghanaian powerhouse Hearts of Oak. READ:Official: Daniel Afriyie Barnieh joins FC Zurich He signed a three-year deal but joined the club after Ghana’s participation in the CHAN 2022 in Algeria where the Black Galaxies were eliminated in the quarter-final by Niger.[ads3] The former Ghana U-20 skipper was successful at Hearts of Oak where he helped the club to a treble last two seasons which include the…
Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North in the Ashanti region, Andy Kwame Appiah-Kubi has said he will never accept a deputy ministerial appointment again in his political career.[ads2] According to the astute legislator and the former Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, he has regretted working at the Ministry of Railway and Development as the deputy minister. “I will never accept the position of deputy minister again. I made a mistake of accepting such a position and I will not do that again. I didn’t get the opportunity to exhibit my talent” he said on 3FM…
Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta will be appearing before Parliament to explain the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP).[ads2] The Speaker of Parliament has directed the Business Committee to as soon as possible schedule a meeting with the Finance Minister because the pensioners are picketing at the Ministry. “Honourable Members, my understanding is that both sides agree that the Minister be scheduled to come and brief the House on the policy statement and some details about the debt arrangement …Parliament has spoken that is the end of the case,” the Speaker said. “Parliament is ever prepared to assist the government to get…
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) caucus in Parliament have described court action against Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa as shameful abuse of the judiciary.[ads2] The North Tongu MP has been heavily criticised after a video of him kicking a court writ filed by the secretary of board of trustees of the National Cathedral, Rev Kusi Boateng on the ground upon service by bailiff went viral. The order seeks to restrain him from making further public disclosures of the private information, documents, correspondence, communication and property belonging to the Applicant; and for such further order or orders as the Court deems fit. He was…
Thirty-four (34) Black Queens have been invited for camping at the Ghanaman Centre of Excellence at Prampram in preparation for two International friendly matches lined up in the FIFA International window for February.[ads2] Ghana will play Benin and Togo this month in readiness for the 2023 WAFU B Women’s Cup of Nations and the 2024 African Women’s Cup of Nations. The Black Queens will take on Benin on Sunday, February 19 before locking horns with Togo on Saturday, February 25, 2023.[ads3] The two matches will offer Coach Nora Hauptle an opportunity to assess the strength of the team going into…
Ghanaian side, Aduana Stars have completed the acquisition of former defender Daniel Darkwah in the ongoing transfer window.[ads2] The versatile left footed defender has made a return to Aduana Stars after barely five years of leaving the club. Darkwah has rejoined the Dormaa-based club on a permanent deal after stint with Enyimba FC in Nigeria.[ads3] He left Aduana Stars in January, 2018 for Asante Kotoko on a three-year deal after an explosive performance for the club. After a successful spell, Daniel Darkwah left Asante Kotoko to secure a deal with Enyimba FC in Nigeria.[ads4] His return to Aduana Stars is…
The ministerial changes made by President Akufo-Addo is not enough to tackle the economic hardship facing the country says Minority Chief Whip, Kwame Agbodza.[ads2] The Adaklu MP says the reshuffle is not comprehensive enough hence why he believes it won’t have any positive impact on the country’s economy. “Akufo-Addo’s reshuffle today will not be comprehensive enough to deal with the economic challenges we have”, he tweeted. He added that; “I have all the respect for the individuals nominated. But what is the use of a portfolio called minister of State at the Presidency currently?”[ads3] President Akufo-Addo on Tuesday, February 7…
The National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi believes Kennedy Agyapong is not someone suitable enough to lead the NPP as flagbearer in the 2024 elections.[ads2] The Assin Central MP is one of the candidates vying to lead the NPP as flagbearer with Alan Kyerematen, Owusu Akoto Afriyie and the current Vice President of the republic, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia all in contention. But Sammy Gyamfi believes non of the candidates including Kennedy Agyapong can retain power for the NPP in forthcoming general elections.[ads3] “The truth of the matter is that he is equally guilty. If Bawumia…