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Chelsea Football Club has taken a bold step regarding its roster ahead of the 2025/26 season. Nine players have been removed from their official website. The move has sparked questions about their future. It comes as new manager Enzo Maresca begins a massive overhaul of the squad. Despite being under contract, these players have been frozen out. It’s a clear message, they are no longer part of the club’s plans. Since arriving in 2024, Maresca has made sweeping changes. His goal is simple: trim the bloated squad and bring in fresh energy. So far, Chelsea have already sold or released…

The football world is in shock following the unfortunate passing of former FC Porto captain Jorge Costa, who sadly died at the age of 53. His passing, which occurred on Tuesday, August 5, has left a deep void in Portuguese football, one month after the tragic death of Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. Fans, players, and clubs are grieving the loss of a true icon. Jorge Costa dies from cardiac arrest According to Yahoo Sports, Costa died of cardiac arrest. He had reportedly felt unwell earlier in the day. At the time of his death, he…

Charles Nii Armah Mensah popularly known as Shatta Wale, has expressed disappointment in the Executive Secretary of the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) Raymond Archer. The investigative journalist is accused of raiding the home of the artiste with gun-wielding officers in search of alleged stolen vehicles. It is unclear when the invasion occurred but the controversial musician made the incident known on his social media handles on Tuesday August 5. In two posts, Shatta Wale predicted that Archer’s actions were going to send the National Democratic Congress (NDC) into opposition after four years. “Raymond Archer EOCO boss, ibi you…

The Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has announced the start of the 97th cycle of the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) Programme, which will provide bi-monthly cash transfers to over 350,000 extremely poor and vulnerable households throughout Ghana. During a press briefing in Accra, Dr. Lartey disclosed that the government has allocated a total of ₵150,162,434 for this cycle, which covers May and June 2025. This payment also includes back payments from a 25% grant increase that was introduced in the previous cycle but was not distributed at that time. A total…

A private legal practitioner Bernard Bediako Baidoo has secured the slot as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for the upcoming Akwatia by-election. He beat close competition from two other candidates after securing a total of 380 out of the total votes, on Monday August 4 at Akwatia in the Eastern Region. He was followed closely by Erasmus Koney Ali with 366 while a former Member of Parliament (MP) for the constituency Henry Yvonne Boakye garnered 226 to place third. Interestingly, what has caught the attention of many is the relationship between Baidoo and the former MP. Apparently, the…

President John Dramani Mahama, has reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to prioritising development in the Volta Region. Speaking during a courtesy call by the Volta Regional House of Chiefs at the Jubilee House, the President emphasised his administration’s dedication to inclusive governance and tangible results that address the aspirations of all Ghanaians, particularly those in the Volta Region. “It gives me great pleasure to join you today at the presidency and share some of the progress we have made since my recent thank-you tour of the Volta region. “During that memorable visit, which was the first stop on my journey…

Ghana’s journey towards a 24-hour economic program presents a pivotal moment for the government to capitalize on the expertise of Architectural Engineering Services Limited (AESL) to spearhead the nation’s reconstruction endeavors. Despite its significant potential to contribute to Ghana’s progress, AESL has long been overlooked. Renowned for its impeccable delivery of architectural and engineering services, AESL boasts a team of highly skilled professionals capable of designing and executing infrastructure projects that adhere to global standards. Through the utilization of AESL’s proficiency, the government can expedite the completion of crucial infrastructure ventures like roads, bridges, and public edifices. The current economic…

In the heart of East Mamprusi Municipality in the North East region lies Nanyeri community, where the quest for education is an arduous journey. With no government school in sight, the community has taken it upon themselves to provide education for their children, facing numerous challenges along the way. The only school in Nanyeri is a beacon of hope amidst a sea of adversity. Owned and managed by the community, with support from the Independent Minds Association, a local NGO, the school stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the people. Teachers, employed and paid by the…

The solemn silence that fell over Akwatia following the death of its Member of Parliament has been shattered by the familiar roar of political ambition. Just months after the community mourned its loss, the announcement of a by-election has transformed a period of grief into a frantic scramble for power. The respectful tributes have been replaced by strategic meetings, campaign flyers, and a relentless focus on the vacant seat, not the man who once held it. This rapid pivot from mourning to campaigning is a pattern many Ghanaians have come to expect. The political machine, it seems, waits for no…

Ghana’s economy is showing signs of resilience and revival, with leading global professional services firm Deloitte projecting that the country is well on course to achieve its 2025 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth target of 4.0%. This optimism is largely anchored on early growth numbers for the year, the role of the private sector, and transformative policy interventions—most notably, the government’s 24-Hour Economy Programme. Ghana recorded an impressive 5.3% GDP growth in the first quarter of 2025, outpacing both the 4.9% growth recorded during the same period in 2024 and the government’s full-year target of 4.0%. This remarkable performance, according…