Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has issued a strong call for Ghana to select only players at peak physical condition for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emphasising that fitness will be non-negotiable for the demanding tournament."We need a squad of fully fit players," Agyemang-Badu stated unequivocally. "Ghana cannot afford to just add up numbers, so any player carrying even a minor injury should be dropped."The former national team star stressed

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has urged the Ghanaian team to direct all their attention to their opening 2026 World Cup match against Panama, warning against early distractions from more high-profile opponents.Speaking ahead of the tournament, Agyemang-Badu set a clear priority for the team's mindset.â??The Panama match will be challenging, and thatâ??s where our full concentration should be, not on England or Croatia,â? he stated, emphasising

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has hailed the newfound consistency of the Ghana Premier League, identifying it as the critical foundation for the domestic competition's long-term growth and its ambition to compete with Africa's best.In an interview, GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum emphasized the significance of having an uninterrupted league calendar, a recent achievement after years of disruptions."For many years, this is the first time weâ??ve

The Ghana Football Association has expressed full confidence in the Black Queens as they prepare for the 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations, backing the team to achieve success and bring pride to the nation.GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum outlined the team's clear ambition for the tournament in Morocco, stating they aim to both qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup and compete for the continental title."We've got two things on our mind

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Mr Simon Madjie, has urged African countries to accelerate industrial transformation by shifting from the export of raw materials to value addition and local production. According to him, Africa must take deliberate steps to industrialise in order to improve living standards and fully harness […]

President John Mahama has reiterated his firm commitment to the fight against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, assuring Ghanaians that the battle will be pursued decisively and without fear or favour. Speaking at a graduation ceremony of the Ghana Military Academy, the President said although some progress has been made in curbing the menace, […]

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Former Ghana Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has called on fans and stakeholders to continue supporting Thomas Partey following recent criticism from Villarreal coach Marcelino García Toral.Badu stressed that despite the midfielderâ??s struggles at his Spanish club, the focus should be on encouragement rather than harsh public commentary.â??I believe Thomas Partey will come back stronger. The Black Stars need him for the World Cup even more than Villarreal

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has criticised Villarreal coach Marcelino García Toral for disparaging Thomas Partey, calling the remarks unnecessarily harsh and unfair.The controversy follows Villarrealâ??s 3â??0 UEFA Champions League defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, where Marcelino questioned Parteyâ??s performances since his free transfer from Arsenal last summer.Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, Badu expressed surprise at the tone of Marcelinoâ??s comments

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has called on Ghana’s national team coach to stop forcing Antoine Semenyo into an unfamiliar role and instead play him where he is most effective. Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, Badu argued that Semenyo is not a natural number 9 and should not be pushed into that position. […]

A Hidden Crisis Despite Strong Laws Although Ghanaian law sets 18 as the minimum age for marriage, child marriage remains a harsh reality for many girls, particularly in the Upper East Region. A study by Ummu Markwei, Peace Mamle Tetteh and Kwaku Osei-Hwedie reveals that girls married before adulthood are routinely denied control over their bodies, […]

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has set a realistic tone for Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, Badu emphasized focus, fitness, and a measured approach to the tournament. “Ghana’s primary target at the World Cup is […]

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Coventry Chapter has wished the party well as they go into the flagbearer primaries tomorrow, Saturday, January 31. Chairman of the NPP Coventry Chapter, Joseph Dwamena, urged all delegates to conduct themselves with discipline and respect, and to choose the candidate best suited to lead the NPP into the 2028 […]

Coventry City forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has been suspended for three matches after being found guilty of violent conduct during Mondayâ??s Championship clash against Norwich City.The Football Association (FA) confirmed that the incident, which occurred in the first half of Coventryâ??s 2-1 defeat at Carrow Road, was not spotted by match officials at the time but was later identified through video review.Thomas-Asante was alleged to have swung an arm into the face of Norwich

The ECOWAS Community court has granted an application by former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo to amend her case challenging her suspension to include her removal from office as a superior court justice and a Chief Justice. Gertrude Torkornoo filed a lawsuit at the ECOWAS Court of Justice on July 4, 2025, alleging human rights violations […]

Prosecutors say Mamadou Hawa Gassama described Alassane Ouattara as a "tyrant" and "an enemy of Mali".

Former Hearts of Oak star Charles Taylor has urged the clubâ??s leadership to honour the iconic â??64 Battalionsâ?? squad by naming sections of the Pobiman training complex after the players who defined a golden era in the clubâ??s history.Taylor believes such recognition would serve as a constant reminder of the standards and legacy that current players are expected to uphold.Speaking to Angel FM, the former Black Stars attacker argued that the achievements of the 64

Asante Kotoko have been fined GHS 20,000 by the Ghana Football Association Disciplinary Committee following incidents of misconduct during a Ghana Premier League match.According to the Committeeâ??s ruling, the club was found guilty of the inappropriate behaviour of their supporters towards match officials in their league fixture against Dreams FC. The conduct of the fans was deemed unacceptable and in breach of the regulations governing the competition.The Disciplinary Committee

Nations FC pulled off a stunning comeback victory to end league leaders Medeama SC’s 123-day unbeaten run, thanks to captain Razak Simpson’s brace. In what was a reverse outcome of their first-round clash, Black Stars defender Simpson stole the show to secure a 2-1 win over the Mauve and Yellow at the Dr Kwame Kyei […]

Ghana’s 100m record holder Abdul-Rasheed Saminu has signed a professional contract with Japanese sportswear giant ASICS. He joins a select group of Ghanaian athletes previously associated with the global brand, including Benjamin Azamati—now signed to Swiss sportswear company On—and Joseph Paul Amoah. Saminu is expected to compete in ASICS gear at major international championships, including […]