Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has vowed to challenge elements within the party in 2027, accusing some members of disrespecting him and spreading false information about his health. Speaking in an interview on Net 2 TV yesterday, Mr. Agyapong said he continues to enjoy respect from many people both in … The post Prepare

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant and Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has called on party members to put aside their differences and unite behind the NPP’s 2028 presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. In a statement issued on June 19, 2026, Dr. Acheampong said the party’s main focus should be rebuilding … The post Bryan

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Adentan Constituency, Akosua Manu, has urged party members to move away from what she describes as an “entitlement mentality” and focus on unity, sacrifice and hard work as the party prepares for the 2028 general election. In a statement titled “Is Loyalty a Queue?”, and posted … The post Akosua

The leader of the Igbo community in Ghana, Dr. Ambassador Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu, has announced the abolition of the use of the title “King of the Igbos in Ghana,” saying the move is aimed at promoting unity, peace, and cultural respect. In an interview with the media on Wednesday June 17, 2026 at his residence … The post Chukwudi Ihenetu abolishes “King of Igbos in Ghana” title

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, held the 13th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2026 on June 18 and 19 through an online videoconference. The annual conference was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and … The post Merck

FSD Africa, the British High Commission, and the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) have launched a Green Project Preparation Facility (PPF). PPF is a platform designed to bridge Ghana’s infrastructure financing gap by preparing climate-aligned projects for investment. The Facility was formally launched on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at the Movenpick Hotel in Accra. The … The post FSD

Veteran Ghanaian journalist Kwesi Pratt has called for a global push for reparatory justice, insisting that reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism should be treated as a matter of justice rather than charity. Speaking on the second day of the High-Level Consultative Conference on the next steps following the landmark United Nations Resolution … The post Reparations

Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the participation of French President Emmanuel Macron in the ongoing High-Level Consultative Conference on the next steps following the landmark United Nations resolution on the trafficking of enslaved Africans. Speaking during a session on reparatory justice on the second day of the conference in Accra, Pratt … The post Macron’s

The Founder of the Brazil-Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Mrs. Edinam Adjei-Sika, has called on young Africans to take an active role in building trust and relationships that will strengthen regional economic integration across the continent. Speaking at the Africa Young Diplomats Forum (AYDF) International Diplomatic Leadership Conference held at the School of Public Health Auditorium … The post Young

A Deputy National TESCON Coordinator of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Charles Opoku, has petitioned the party’s leadership to initiate disciplinary proceedings against former flag-bearer aspirant and former Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, over what he describes as repeated attacks on the party and its members. In a petition dated June 18, … The post NPP

A massive celebration erupted on Wednesday night after Ghana secured a dramatic victory over Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L match played in Toronto, Canada. The jubilant scenes followed a spirited performance by the Black Stars, who left it late to snatch a crucial goal through Caleb Yirenkyi and keep alive their … The post Panama down, bring on England! …fans call after

Caleb Yirenkyi bundled in the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, to send thousands of Ghanaians in Canada into a frenzy. Caleb Yirenkyi dribble past Jose cordoba Marvin Senaya in a tussle for the ball with Jose Luis Rodriguez In attendance was Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku Agyeman, to cheer … The post Ghana pip Panama

Coca-Cola on Wednesday officially launched its FIFA World Cup 26™ campaign in Ghana with an electrifying Watch Party for Ghana’s opening match against Panama, at the Coca-Cola Experience Zone at the Ghud Park, Accra Mall. Dubbed “Feel It All,” the event brought together media practitioners, influencers, Ghana Supporters Union and passionate football fans from all … The post Coca-Cola kicks

Brazil forward Neymar will not travel with the squad for their second World Cup group game against Haiti in Philadelphia on ?Friday as he continues to recover from a calf injury, the Brazilian football association said. “He will remain in New Jersey to make the most of the final stage of his recovery, making use … The post Neymar to miss Haiti match appeared first on Ghanaian

Loud boos during hydration breaks echoed around World Cup Group L matches on Wednesday as fans signalled their disdain for the innovation, first at Dallas Stadium for England’s clash with Croatia and later in Toronto where Ghana faced Panama. FIFA’s mandatory three-minute breaks, one in each half, have proved controversial since ?being introduced for the … The post Fans

Harry Kane struck twice while Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford delivered the knockout blows as England survived a back-and-forth battle to beat Croatia 4-2 on Wednesday and launch their World Cup campaign in a heavyweight clash that lived up to its ?billing. The Group L meeting carried heavy expectations long before kickoff, given the history … The post Kane draws level with Lineker

Ivory Coast forward, Elye Wahi, will not travel to Canada for this weekend’s World Cup clash with Germany because his authorisation to visit the country had not yet been obtained, the Ivorian ?Football Federation (FIF) said yesterday. The announcement came a day after Wahi was linked to an investigation into suspected sports corruption, with French … The post  Côte

It is with profound sadness that I pay tribute to Mr Agoe Lartey, a former Assistant Headmaster of Tema Senior High School and a lecturer with the University of Cape Coast (Distance Education), who passed on at the age of 64. Mr Lartey was a distinguished educationist and mentored a lot of young people that … The post Sports fraternity has lost a gem …tribute to the Late Agoe

Real Madrid have signed France defender Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer, the LaLiga club ?said on Thursday, securing the centre back on a deal until June 2030. The 27-year-old, currently at the World Cup with France, joins from ?Liverpool after failing to agree a contract extension to remain at Anfield. He becomes one of … The post Real Madrid sign Konate from Liverpool appeared first on Ghanaian

Brazil’s World Cup -winning coach Carlos Alberto Parreira has been hospitalized in his fight against cancer, hospital Samaritano Barra said Wednesday. The 83-year-old Parreira, who oversaw Brazil’s run to the 1994 World Cup title, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2023. The hospital said in a statement it wouldn’t provide details about Parreira’s health or … The post Parreira hospitalised for