Senegalese troops have entered The Gambia to back Adama Barrow as president as former leader Yahya Jammeh refuses to stand down. The troops had been on the border of the country since Wednesday, January 19 over the political crisis in the country. This action comes after the United Nations (UN) gave approval to the ECOWAS on ... Senegalese troops have entered The Gambia to back Adama Barrow as president as former leader Yahya Jammeh refuses to stand down. The troops had been on the border of
Tunisia boosted their chances of reaching the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a 2-1 win over neighbours Algeria. They took the lead when Algeria’s Aissa Mandi directed Youssef Msakni’s left-wing cross into his own net. And some dreadful defending by Faouzi Ghoulam led to him bringing down Wahbi Khazri for a penalty which Naim ... Tunisia boosted their chances of reaching the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a 2-1 win over neighbours Algeria. They took the lead when
Tunisia boosted their chances of reaching the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a 2-1 win over neighbours Algeria. They took the lead when Algeria’s Aissa Mandi directed Youssef Msakni’s right-wing cross into his own net. And some dreadful defending by Faouzi Ghoulam led to him bringing down Wahbi Khazri for a penalty which Naim ... Tunisia boosted their chances of reaching the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a 2-1 win over neighbours Algeria. They took the lead
LGBT activists who aren’t happy about Mike Pence becoming US vice-president have staged a dance party protest outside his house. Hundreds of people dressed in glow sticks and rainbow colours danced to Beyonce, Whitney Houston and The Bee Gees. They took to the streets at Mr Pence’s temporary home near Washington DC. He will be ... LGBT activists who aren’t happy about Mike Pence becoming US vice-president have staged a dance party protest outside his house. Hundreds of people
The Gambia’s newly sworn in President, Adama Barrow, has asked the United Nations (UN), ECOWAS and the African Union (AU), to force out Yahaya Jammeh to enable him (Barrow) take full responsibility of the country. Mr. Barrow was sworn in today [Thursday], at The Gambia’s Embassy in Senegal Dakar, where he took the oath of ... The Gambia’s newly sworn in President, Adama Barrow, has asked the United Nations (UN), ECOWAS and the African Union (AU), to force out Yahaya Jammeh to enable
Adama Barrow has been sworn-in as the President of The Gambia. His swearing in took place at the Gambia’s Embassy in Dakar on Thursday. Mr. Barrow has been living in Senegal for the past few days following political crisis in The Gambia, because Yahya Jammeh who lost in the country’s election to Barrow on December ... Adama Barrow has been sworn-in as the President of The Gambia. His swearing in took place at the Gambia’s Embassy in Dakar on Thursday. Mr. Barrow has been living in Senegal
Ghana’s first ever Minigolf League is set to tee off this Sunday at the Marvels Sports Club at Dzorwulu in Accra. The League, which is expected to span a period of four weeks will see participants from across the country compete for honors in two major categories. Explaining the modalities for the competition, a Press ... Ghana’s first ever Minigolf League is set to tee off this Sunday at the Marvels Sports Club at Dzorwulu in Accra. The League, which is expected to span a period of four
There are mixed reactions over the Bank of Ghana’s decision to auction 120 million dollars to commercial banks between January and March this year. A calendar issued by the central bank said it will auction 40 million dollars monthly, to the commercial banks between the three month period. The move follows a similar one carried ... There are mixed reactions over the Bank of Ghana’s decision to auction 120 million dollars to commercial banks between January and March this year. A calendar
Joselyn Dumas next film role will see her playing the on-screen daughter of Nigerian actress Joke Silva in a movie that is currently being shot under the banner of Sparrow Productions. The movie, Potato, is being produced and directed by Shirley Frimpong-Manso but the details of the casting are as yet unknown. Joselyn Dumas is ... Joselyn Dumas next film role will see her playing the on-screen daughter of Nigerian actress Joke Silva in a movie that is currently being shot under the banner of
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has disclosed that the central bank will unveil new banknote in five-cedi (GH¢5) denominations. According to him, the banknote will be legal tender as well as a collector’s item. “The note will have new durable security features which can be easily identified ... The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has disclosed that the central bank will unveil new banknote in five-cedi (GH¢5)
The burial service for the late Queen-mother of the Ashanti Kingdom, Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II, has been held in Kumasi, the Ashanti Regional capital. Various groups have paid tribute to the late queen-mother who died in November 2016, aged 111. She has been lying in state over the last three days, and is expected to ... The burial service for the late Queen-mother of the Ashanti Kingdom, Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II, has been held in Kumasi, the Ashanti Regional capital. Various groups
Former France international Willy Sagnol will arrive in the country today [Thursday] for a football program. He has been invited by Mirage Football Academy for a clinic with the academy’s coaches and players. ”While in the country, the 39-year old former manager of Bordeaux will take time to meet the media, and make studio appearances during the ... Former France international Willy Sagnol will arrive in the country today [Thursday] for a football program. He has been invited by Mirage
Minority members on the Appointments Committee of Parliament, say they are yet to receive the Curriculum Vitaes (CVs) of the the government’s ministerial nominees, barely 24-hours for vetting to commence. Meanwhile the full list of ministerial nominees, has been ready as at Thursday, January 12, 2017. The Member of Parliament for Tamale North, and a member ... Minority members on the Appointments Committee of Parliament, say they are yet to receive the Curriculum Vitaes (CVs) of the the
The Government of Botswana has officially cut ties with Yahya Jammeh, as it says it ceases to recognize him as President of The Gambia. A statement issued on Thursday, January 19, said the decision takes effect immediately. Botswana becomes the first country to officially denounce Mr. Jammeh as President of the Gambia. The statement issued by ... The Government of Botswana has officially cut ties with Yahya Jammeh, as it says it ceases to recognize him as President of The Gambia. A statement
Government says the 205 soldiers deployed for the ECOWAS military operations in the Gambia, have also been tasked to evacuate Ghanaians if the situation gets out of hand. President Nana Akufo-Addo on Wednesday approved the deployment of the troops to join the ECOWAS standby force, ready to oust Yahya Jammeh if the need arises. Mr. Jammeh ... Government says the 205 soldiers deployed for the ECOWAS military operations in the Gambia, have also been tasked to evacuate Ghanaians if the situation
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has observed that Gambia’s president-elect Adama Barrow will struggle to govern, if embattled President Yahya Jammeh is forcefully ejected by military assembled by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). According to the foundation, a lot of lives might also be lost. Mr. Jammeh, whose mandate per ... The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has observed that Gambia’s president-elect Adama Barrow will struggle to govern, if embattled
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has observed that Gambia’s president-elect Adama Barrow will struggle to govern if embattled President Yahya Jammeh is forcefully ejected by military assembled by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). According to the Foundation, many lives might also be lost. Mr. Jammeh’s whose mandate per the Gambia’s ... The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has observed that Gambia’s president-elect Adama Barrow will struggle to govern
The capital of the Ashanti region, Kumasi, is virtually ‘dead’ over the directive banning almost all business activities in the city. Checks by Citi Business News indicate that traders in major suburbs in the region are complying with the directive. The move also follows the conclusion of the burial rites of the late Asantehemaa, Nana ... The capital of the Ashanti region, Kumasi, is virtually ‘dead’ over the directive banning almost all business activities in the city. Checks
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