Author: Krobea

Black Stars and Athletic Club striker Iñaki Williams has announced his international retirement at age 32. In a post on X on Friday, September 11, the former Spain international noted that he leaves “happy, proud and with the peace of mind of knowing I gave everything every time I wore the shirt”. He admitted that Ghana gave him more than football. “It has allowed me to come back home, feel even closer to my roots and experience the enormous pride of representing my country and wearing this flag on my chest.” He stated that Ghana will still be part of…

Former General Secretary John Boadu has taken an early lead in the race for NPP National Chairman, but a new report by Africa Policy Lens (APL) says the contest remains wide open with nearly a third of delegates still undecided. According to the APL National Executives Poll conducted from July 13 to August 21, 2026 among 976 eligible constituency and regional executives, John Boadu leads with 38.6% (377 respondents). When only decided voters are counted, his share rises to 65.0% (377 of 580 decided votes), giving him a significant advantage. Following closely is former Energy Minister, Boakye Agyarko who has…

Former Member of Parliament Nana Akomea is leading the race for the position of First Vice National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), according to a research report by Africa Policy Lens (APL). The report projects Mr Akomea to win the position, placing him 21.5 percentage points ahead of his competitors as the party prepares for its internal elections. The findings suggest that he currently enjoys a significant advantage among the delegates and stakeholders surveyed by the research organisation. Mr Akomea has held several positions within the NPP and in public service. He previously served as a Member of…

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced the official opening of campaign activities for all aspirants contesting the party’s internal elections. In a press release on Thursday, September 10, the ruling party also announced that nominations for constituency elections will open on Tuesday, September 15. All aspirants have been, however, cautioned to commence their campaigns in accordance with the party’s rules, regulations and directives governing the electoral process. “For the avoidance of doubt, this campaign window does not extend to persons who are pursuing or intend to pursue Parliamentary ambitions, including sitting Members of Parliament and personscurrently considering or expressing…

Ghana has intensified its call for deeper mining cooperation with China, urging Chinese investors to move beyond the traditional export of raw minerals and partner the country in processing, technology transfer, skills development and industrialisation. The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, made the call when he addressed the Ministerial Forum on International Mining Cooperation and the opening of the 28th China Mining Conference and Exhibition 2026 in Tianjin, China, under the theme: ‘Win-Win Cooperation, Green and Intelligent’. Representing President John Dramani Mahama and the Government of Ghana, the Minister said Ghana was ready to build a…

The Ghana Muslim Forum for Peace and Unity has deployed the ultimate weapons – the Holy Qur’an and the Holy Bible – to dismantle Rev. Isaac Owusu Bempah’s threat against former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, describing it as hollow, empty and blasphemous. The Forum said both scriptures agree on one thing: Rev. Owusu Bempah has no power to decide who becomes President of Ghana. In a powerful press statement issued on Wednesday, September 9, and signed by its Executive Secretary, Dr. Zakari Abdul Rahman, the group systematically used verses from the Qur’an and the Bible to expose the pastor’s…

As learners settle into a new academic year, pupils of Essipong STMA Basic School in Sekondi-Takoradi are being encouraged to discover the joy of reading and learning as Karpowership commemorated International Literacy Day with an engaging reading and learning session. The engagement, held on September 9, brought together Karpowership employees and pupils from pre-school to upper primary for an interactive session centered on storytelling, reading and the importance of developing a strong reading culture from an early age. Under its campaign theme: ‘Light Up! Read to Lead – Powering Young Minds for a Brighter Tomorrow’, Karpowership used the occasion to…

Balloting for New Patriotic Party’s national executive elections has been held. In all, 47 candidates were cleared after vetting to qualify for the polls, scheduled to be held on Saturday, October 3. After the exercise held at the party’s head office in Accra on Wednesday, September 9, former National Organiser and General Secretary John Boadu picked the Number 1 position for the National Chairmanship race. Former Vice Chairman Sammy Crabbe picked No. 2 while former Chairman Paul Afoko and former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko picked Nos. 3 and 4 respectively. While former Information Minister Mustapha Hamid picked the No. 1…

Black Stars striker Jordan Ayew has completed a move to Championship side Sheffield United on a one-year deal. He becomes the final player to be added to the squad as per regulations of the FA. Ayew, who last played in the championship for Leicester City, is expected to join up with his new teammates immediately. The former Aston Villa player expressed excitement about the deal, commending Chris Wilder and his players for quick negotiations to get him. “I’m really, really pleased to be here,” he said. “The manager and the club made a great effort to get me here as…

Road transport operators have engaged government officials regarding their proposal for an upward review of transport fares. On Tuesday, September 8, consultations officially began in the spirit of the long-standing social partnership between government and transport operators and in recognition of the shared responsibility “to keep Ghana moving safely, reliably and affordably”. A press release issued after Tuesday’s consultation noted that no decision to adjust transport fares was taken. The leadership of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) had presented a proposal for an upward review of fares while government, led by…