The announcement of Ghanaâ??s final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup generated plenty of debate among supporters, with several high-profile names surprisingly left out by head coach Carlos Queiroz.While injuries and tactical considerations played a role in some omissions, the excluded players are talented enough to form a formidable starting XI capable of competing at the highest level.Here is a look at Ghanaâ??s strongest XI of players who missed out on the final

Access Bank (Ghana) Plc, in partnership with Deloitte Ghana, has successfully hosted a Women Business Workshop designed to arm female entrepreneurs with practical financial knowledge and strategic insights needed to scale their businesses sustainably. The workshop convened a diverse group of women business owners who are clients of the bank, offering a dynamic platform for […] The post Access

Andre Ayew's hopes of becoming the first Ghanaian to play at four FIFA World Cups fizzled into thin air after new coach Carlos Queiroz failed to name him in his final squad. The 36-year-old, holder of Ghana's most appearances for the Black Stars, looked to be making his way back into the national team after a decent cameo in Holland with NAC Breda, a club he joined in February 2026. Ayew made 17 appearances and scored one league goal but it was not enough as NAC suffered

Andre Ayew's hopes of becoming the first Ghanaian to play at four FIFA World Cups fizzled into thin air after new coach Carlos Queiroz failed to name him in his final squad. The 36-year-old, holder of Ghana's most appearances for the Black Stars, looked to be making his way back into the national team after a decent cameo in Holland with NAC Breda, a club he joined in February 2026. Ayew made 17 appearances and scored one league goal but it was not enough as NAC suffered

Former Ghana captain Andre Ayew has been excluded from the Black Stars' final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending his hopes of making a fourth appearance at football's biggest tournament.The 36-year-old had been pushing for a return to the national team after being absent from the Black Stars setup since the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d'Ivoire. However, head coach Carlos Queiroz opted not to include the veteran forward in his final selection for the

Ghanaian giants Hearts of Oak are set to receive a significant financial boost following the inclusion of goalkeeper Benjamin Asare in Ghanaâ??s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Asare was named in the Black Stars' final squad by head coach Carlos Queiroz for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, becoming the only home-based player selected for the competition.His inclusion is not only a major achievement for the goalkeeper and the club but also a financial

For the past decade, Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) has been at the forefront of youth entrepreneurship, innovation, and agricultural transformation in Ghana. What began as a bold vision to empower young people through agribusiness and innovation has evolved into one of Ghana’s leading entrepreneurship and agricultural development initiatives, impacting thousands of young people, businesses, and […] The post Kosmos

Nigerian Army troops have rescued 23 passengers who were abducted by suspected kidnappers along the Ayegunle–Bunu Road in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State. Security sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama said the attack occurred around 3:30 am on Monday when armed men blocked the road and attacked travellers. The attackers reportedly abducted several passengers before […] The post Troops

Goalkeepers Solomon Agbasi and Paul Reverson were the only players dropped from Ghana's squad for the 2026 World Cup. The two shot-stoppers were part of an initial 28-man squad named for camping in Wales, and trained with the team for the past week.However, with only three goalkeepers expected to travel to North America, Carlos Queiroz preferred Agbasi's Hearts of Oak teammate Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Ireland-based Joseph Anang.Meanwhile, defender Derrick

Solomon Agbesi has been left out of Ghanaâ??s final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after head coach Carlos Queiroz named his 26-man squad for the tournament.The Hearts of Oak goalkeeper was one of the surprises in the Black Starsâ?? provisional 28-man squad and was hoping to secure a place in the final team for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Agbesi, a product of the Aspire Academy in Qatar, boosted his chances when he made his senior debut for Ghana

The camp of the African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has hit back at former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, over his recent outburst against Atiku. The ADC condemned the former SGF over his criticism of the party’s presidential primary, accusing him of making unsubstantiated allegations and attempting to […] The post Alleged

Civil society groups on Monday staged a protest in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, over the recent abduction of pupils and teachers in the state. The demonstration came a few days after teachers protested in Ogbomoso, where the kidnapping incident occurred, demanding urgent action over the fate of the victims. The protesters are marching through […] The post Protest Rocks Ibadan Over Abduction

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigerian Navy for its role in securing the nation’s territorial waters, declaring that the maritime force has successfully eradicated piracy and drastically reduced crude oil theft. The President spoke on Monday while launching the Nigerian Navy International Fleet Review (IFR) at the Eko Atlantic Waterfront in Victoria Island, Lagos. […] The post ‘You’ve

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Ken Ashigbey, has called on government to guarantee security of tenure for mining companies, warning that uncertainty in the sector could undermine investments needed to drive economic growth and community development. Speaking at the launch of Heath GoldFields’ Five-Year Community Development Plan in Bogoso, Mr. […] The post Ashigbey

Ernest Nuamah will lead a list of players making their first World Cup appearance following the announcement of Ghana's squad. The Olympique Lyonnais forward, one of the best young talent in the world, will be joined by 13 others in Carlos Queiroz's squad for their debut World Cup.The 26-man squad which was announced today, also features Derrick Luckassen, who broke into the team following injury to experienced centre-back Alexander Djiku.Also making the squad is Christopher

The 2026 edition of WatsUp On Campus successfully took over the Regional Maritime University (RMU) Parade Grounds over the weekend, delivering an unforgettable night of music, entertainment, and excitement as part of the RMU SRC Week Artistes’ Night. The highly anticipated event attracted hundreds of students and music lovers who turned out to witness thrilling […] The post Medikal,

Celebrated Dancehall Artiste Shatta Wale has sparked debate after revealing that he considers himself retired from active music, despite maintaining a strong presence in the entertainment industry. The musician, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., made the surprising claim during an interview with Bola Ray on Thursday, 28 May 2026. The statement has left many […] The post I retired from music three

Renowned Educationist and Founder of the Gifted and Talented Education Institute, Mr. Anis Haffar, has called on the government and Educators to shift focus from theory-heavy instruction to TVET-driven education. He underscored the importance and the need to prioritise skills training. Delivering the keynote address at the maiden International Conference on Education and Humanities by […] The post Anis

Fifteen Black Stars players eye dream World Cup debut in North America.

Olam Agri secured two awards at the 2026 Ghana Manufacturing Awards: Flour Manufacturing Company of the Year and Agro-Processing Company of the Year. The annual awards are organised by Xodus Communications under the auspices of the Ministry of Trade and Industry and recognises excellence across Ghana’s industrial sector. The double win comes 14 years after […] The post Olam