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September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

Spanish Court Hands Down Suspended Sentence to Mallorca Fan for Racial Abuse

A Real Mallorca fan has received a 12-month suspended prison sentence for racially abusing Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr and former Villarreal player Samuel Chukwueze. The supporter, who also faced a three-year stadium ban, had his sentence suspended after apologizing in writing

September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

National Cathedral Construction to Resume: Preparations in Full Swing, Says Board

Construction on the National Cathedral project is set to resume, according to a statement issued by the chairman of the board, Apostle Professor Opoku Onyinah. Apostle Onyinah made the announcement following a September 20 meeting between the Board of Directors of

September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

WAEC Identifies Infractions, Vows to Sanction Offenders

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has uncovered several instances of malpractice during the recent West African School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The Council has vowed to take decisive action against exam officials and candidates involved in these infractions. Some of the

September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

No Pregnant Protester Was Arrested, Reports Completely False – Police

The Ghana Police Service has clarified that Gloria Vera Louise, one of the protesters arrested during the Democracy Hub demonstration, is not pregnant, contrary to earlier claims. Gloria was reportedly said to be four months pregnant at the time of her

September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

LPG Shortage Cripples Accra, Threatens Nationwide Gas Station Closures

A severe shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has hit parts of Accra, causing significant disruption to daily life for residents and businesses. Many gas stations in the city are displaying "No Gas" signs, leaving consumers frustrated and scrambling for alternatives.

September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

David Asamoah Takes Over as Acting ECG MD

David Asamoah has been appointed as the acting Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), following the resignation of Samuel Dubik Mahama. Asamoah, who previously served as the Deputy Managing Director in charge of Commercial Services, will assume the

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024

Democracy Hub Demo: Mahama Slams ‘High-Handed’ Remand Decisions

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has criticised the treatment of Democracy Hub protesters who were arrested during a demonstration against illegal mining, also known as galamsey. The protest, which was intended to be peaceful, turned

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024

Liverpool Overcome West Ham 5-1 to Advance in Carabao Cup

Defending champions Liverpool came from behind to thrash West Ham 5-1 at Anfield, with Diogo Jota and Cody Gakpo scoring two goals each. West Ham's Early Lead Short-Lived Wataru Endo's attempted clearance struck Jarell Quansah, rolling into the net, giving West

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024

Arsenal Thrash Bolton 5-1, Teenager Ethan Nwaneri Shines with Double

Arsenal cruised into the Carabao Cup fourth round with a convincing 5-1 victory over League One side Bolton, thanks in part to teenager Ethan Nwaneri's impressive double. The 17-year-old, making his first senior start, scored his first two Arsenal goals and

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024

‘They Only Care About Money’ – Derek Boateng Slams GFA Over Stadium Crisis

Former Ghana international Derek Boateng has accused the Ghana Football Association (GFA) of only "caring about money" and not ensuring standard pitches for the Black Stars. The Baba Yara Sports Stadium, which hosted Ghana's last game against Angola, has been banned