â??Ghanaian midfielder Daniel Afriyie continued his impressive Swiss adventure with a decisive early goal as Aarau edged Yverdon 2â??1 away in the Challenge League.Afriyie struck in the 4th minute, arriving sharply in the box to finish Aarauâ??s first real attack and stun the hosts at Stade Municipal. His opener set the tone for a disciplined visiting performance, with Aarau compact between the lines and dangerous in transition.Yverdon responded after the break as Mauro

Everton have expressed interest in signing English-Ghanaian youngster Tyrique George on loan, as his London-based club assesses the most suitable path for his continued development.The 19-year-old is expected to leave Stamford Bridge before the end of the window, with several European sides tracking him after his limited minutes this season.George has made just 11 appearances in all competitions so far, including only four Premier League games, and Chelsea are now more open to a

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has issued a strong call for Ghana to select only players at peak physical condition for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emphasising that fitness will be non-negotiable for the demanding tournament."We need a squad of fully fit players," Agyemang-Badu stated unequivocally. "Ghana cannot afford to just add up numbers, so any player carrying even a minor injury should be dropped."The former national team star stressed

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has urged the Ghanaian team to direct all their attention to their opening 2026 World Cup match against Panama, warning against early distractions from more high-profile opponents.Speaking ahead of the tournament, Agyemang-Badu set a clear priority for the team's mindset.â??The Panama match will be challenging, and thatâ??s where our full concentration should be, not on England or Croatia,â? he stated, emphasising

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has hailed the newfound consistency of the Ghana Premier League, identifying it as the critical foundation for the domestic competition's long-term growth and its ambition to compete with Africa's best.In an interview, GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum emphasized the significance of having an uninterrupted league calendar, a recent achievement after years of disruptions."For many years, this is the first time weâ??ve

The Ghana Football Association has expressed full confidence in the Black Queens as they prepare for the 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations, backing the team to achieve success and bring pride to the nation.GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum outlined the team's clear ambition for the tournament in Morocco, stating they aim to both qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup and compete for the continental title."We've got two things on our mind

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Mr Simon Madjie, has urged African countries to accelerate industrial transformation by shifting from the export of raw materials to value addition and local production. According to him, Africa must take deliberate steps to industrialise in order to improve living standards and fully harness […]

President John Mahama has reiterated his firm commitment to the fight against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, assuring Ghanaians that the battle will be pursued decisively and without fear or favour. Speaking at a graduation ceremony of the Ghana Military Academy, the President said although some progress has been made in curbing the menace, […]

LIVE: News 360 || 30-01-2026

Former Ghana Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has called on fans and stakeholders to continue supporting Thomas Partey following recent criticism from Villarreal coach Marcelino García Toral.Badu stressed that despite the midfielderâ??s struggles at his Spanish club, the focus should be on encouragement rather than harsh public commentary.â??I believe Thomas Partey will come back stronger. The Black Stars need him for the World Cup even more than Villarreal

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has criticised Villarreal coach Marcelino García Toral for disparaging Thomas Partey, calling the remarks unnecessarily harsh and unfair.The controversy follows Villarrealâ??s 3â??0 UEFA Champions League defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, where Marcelino questioned Parteyâ??s performances since his free transfer from Arsenal last summer.Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, Badu expressed surprise at the tone of Marcelinoâ??s comments

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has called on Ghana’s national team coach to stop forcing Antoine Semenyo into an unfamiliar role and instead play him where he is most effective. Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, Badu argued that Semenyo is not a natural number 9 and should not be pushed into that position. […]

A Hidden Crisis Despite Strong Laws Although Ghanaian law sets 18 as the minimum age for marriage, child marriage remains a harsh reality for many girls, particularly in the Upper East Region. A study by Ummu Markwei, Peace Mamle Tetteh and Kwaku Osei-Hwedie reveals that girls married before adulthood are routinely denied control over their bodies, […]

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has set a realistic tone for Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, Badu emphasized focus, fitness, and a measured approach to the tournament. “Ghana’s primary target at the World Cup is […]

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Coventry Chapter has wished the party well as they go into the flagbearer primaries tomorrow, Saturday, January 31. Chairman of the NPP Coventry Chapter, Joseph Dwamena, urged all delegates to conduct themselves with discipline and respect, and to choose the candidate best suited to lead the NPP into the 2028 […]

Coventry City forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has been suspended for three matches after being found guilty of violent conduct during Mondayâ??s Championship clash against Norwich City.The Football Association (FA) confirmed that the incident, which occurred in the first half of Coventryâ??s 2-1 defeat at Carrow Road, was not spotted by match officials at the time but was later identified through video review.Thomas-Asante was alleged to have swung an arm into the face of Norwich

Former Ghana Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has hit back at Villarreal coach Marcelino García Toral’s recent comments about Ghana international Thomas Partey, calling the remarks unnecessarily harsh and unfair. The controversy started after Villarreal’s 3–0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League, where Marcelino publicly criticised Partey’s performances since joining the […]

The ECOWAS Community court has granted an application by former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo to amend her case challenging her suspension to include her removal from office as a superior court justice and a Chief Justice. Gertrude Torkornoo filed a lawsuit at the ECOWAS Court of Justice on July 4, 2025, alleging human rights violations […]

Prosecutors say Mamadou Hawa Gassama described Alassane Ouattara as a "tyrant" and "an enemy of Mali".

Former Hearts of Oak star Charles Taylor has urged the clubâ??s leadership to honour the iconic â??64 Battalionsâ?? squad by naming sections of the Pobiman training complex after the players who defined a golden era in the clubâ??s history.Taylor believes such recognition would serve as a constant reminder of the standards and legacy that current players are expected to uphold.Speaking to Angel FM, the former Black Stars attacker argued that the achievements of the 64