Author: Krobea

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has announced that the Kasoa-Winneba section of the coastal highway is on track for completion by June 2026. Speaking in a media interview on Monday, November 24, he stated, “The contractor says that by June next year it will all be done,” signalling renewed confidence in the pace of work on the busy corridor. Mr Agbodza further revealed that the Winneba-Mankessim stretch, which is under a two-year contract, is also advancing steadily. Although the contractual deadline extends to 2027, he expressed optimism that it would be finished earlier. He noted that…

The Minority in Parliament has rejected a decision by a Tamale High Court to nullify the December 7 Parliamentary Election results of the Kpandai Constituency. According to the Minority, the elections were conducted in a “transparent” and “accountable” manner and the results reflected the choice of the people. On Monday, His Lordship Justice Emmanuel Brew-Plange declared the results null and void and ordered the Electoral Commission, Ghana (EC), the 2nd respondent, to rerun the elections within 30 days of the ruling. The case was filed by National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate Daniel Nsala Wakpal. However, a statement issued by…

The dualisation of the Tema Community 25–Dawhenya road is expected to be completed within the next two years, the Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has confirmed. Speaking on Channel One TV on Monday, November 24, the Minister detailed the restructured approach to the project and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upgrading the vital transport corridor. Mr Agbodza explained that the project’s first phase encountered delays after the commercial loan approved by Parliament was disrupted during Ghana’s debt restructuring process. “That project was awarded through a commercial loan by Parliament. Unfortunately, that fell victim to the debt restructuring…

Young Madrid FC defender Ignatius Bosompem has been pronounced dead at the Samartex Hospital after he was rushed there following a collision in their Division Two game against Naajo Royals FC in the Western Region. The deceased player is reported to have collided midair with an opposing player but efforts to resuscitate him by emergency medical personnel proved futile. He was then rushed to the Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has sent a message of condolence not only to the bereaved family and the club but also to the Western Regional Football Association (WRFA).…

Jimmy Cliff, one of the most prominent and beloved proponents of reggae music, has died at the age of 81. A star since the 1960s, he helped to bring the sound of Jamaica to a global audience through hits such as Wonderful World, Beautiful People and You Can Get It If You Really Want. His lead role as a gun-toting rebel in the 1972 crime drama The Harder They Come is a cornerstone of Jamaican cinema, and was attributed as the movie that brought reggae to America. Cliff’s wife, Latifa Chambers, announced his death via a statement on Instagram. “It’s…

With the New Patriotic Party’s January 31 primaries approaching, Global InfoAnalytics has reported the views of party faithful on what should happen at the polls. Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who led the NPP in the 2024 election, is seeking to be retained as flagbearer for the 2028 election, but for other people; Kennedy Agyapong, Dr. Osei Yaw Adutwum, Dr. Bryan Acheampong and Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, it is an attempt to lead the party for the first time. However, in its latest survey released Monday, November 24, Global Info Analytics reported that majority of NPP delegates believe that giving…

Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko have been charged by the Disciplinary Committee of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) over “inciteful” comments posted on the club’s social media page. The post followed the goalless draw against FC Samartex on Matchday 11 in the 2025/26 GPL. The charge against the Porcupine Warriors concerns a breach of Section 34(6)(d) of the GFA Premier League Regulations, 2025. “The Club is alleged to have published comments on social media that were inciteful and posed a risk of violence against the match official, which constitutes misconduct that brings the game into disrepute.” They have until…

Struggling Ghana Premier League (GPL) side Eleven Wonders have woes compounded following the sudden resignation of veteran coach Josef Emmanuel Sarpong. JE Sarpong, as he is affectionately known, took up the reins of the club on Sunday, November 2 in what was expected to turn the fortunes around following a poor start to life again in the top-flight league. He had replaced former U-17 star Nii Odartey Lamptey, who had gone about seven matches without a win. However, JE Sarpong failed to win all three games he superintended in his spell, the last being a 1-1 draw against fellow newcomers…

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia continues to show strength across the country in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Primaries, Global Info Analytics has reported. In its latest survey report released Monday, November 24, Dr Bawumia is reported as leading in 14 out of the 16 regions, including strong leads in three crucial regions: Ashanti, Eastern and Greater Accra regions respectively. “Dr Bawumia leads in Ahafo, Ashanti, Bono, Bono East, Eastern, Greater Accra, North East, Norther, Oti, Savannah, Upper East, Upper West, Western and Western North,” reported Global Info Analytics. In the remaining two regions, Volta and Central Region,…

Bibiani Goldstars forward Samuel Attah Kumi and Medeama SC Head Coach Tanko Ibrahim have been adjudged Ghana Premier League NASCO fans Player of the Month and Coach of the Month for October respectively. Attah Kumi delivered an outstanding month, scoring four goals, providing one assist, and winning two NASCO Man of the Match awards across six matches. He beat strong competition from Nations FC’s Emmanuel Annor, Medeama SC’s Emmanuel Owusu, and Aduana FC’s Emmanuel Marfo. For his prize, Attah Kumi wins a 40-inch NASCO television set as well as a double-door refrigerator with a bottom freezer. Medeama SC Head Coach…