Ghanaians descend on GFA for giving Hearts of Oak ‘key holders' as medals
Most Ghanaians on social media have described the medal as a key holder sprayed with gold dust with a sticker on it. We for lash every body for the GFA there pic.twitter.com/nBgI7NLEBK — Guy (@Kobby_McOdoi) August 11, 2021UCC graduation medal dey bee pass this. Infact GFA is a disgrace to Ghana football. Sad for Ghana football. pic.twitter.com/3yaq4mvhli — Felix Romark (@FelixRomark) August 11, 2021Inter Hall games medal Vs GFA medalsNam 1 de as3m b3ba ooo!!!
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August 11, 2021 16:07 UTC
Anti-LGBTQ+: French ambassador apologizes for hosting Sam George on TV show
General News of Wednesday, 11 August 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• French ambassador to Ghana was under fire last week for meeting an anti-LGBTQ+ MP• She hosted MP Sam Nartey George on her TV program, Touch of France• Pro-LGBTQ+ activists were unhappy that she hosted a homophobeThe French ambassador to Ghana, Anne Sophie Ave, has apologized to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ+) advocates for hosting Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam Nartey George, on a TV show last week. Ambassador Ave was forced to delete social media postings she shared of her meeting with Sam Nartey George on the “Touch of France,” show. Her August 9 apology via Twitter read in part: "The French embassy in Ghana and Touchoffrance.gh promote France and the actions of France in Ghana. "Hosting MP S George was based on these sole criteria. Sam Nartey George has become the face of a new anti-LGBTQ+ bill which is currently before Parliament.
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August 11, 2021 15:45 UTC
‘He looks handsome’ – Fans react to Strongman’s new hairstyle
The rapper's newest hairstyle has attracted positive feedback from his followers who have commended him for channelling his inner gentleman personality. “He looks handsome here,” said one of his fans, Jochy in reaction to Strongman ditching his locs for a simple shave. The "Transformer" hitmaker has asked his fanbase to anticipate the release of a new tune coming Friday, August 13. Intro song drops on Friday 13th August. Next song drops on Friday 20th August.
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August 11, 2021 15:33 UTC
NPA schools media on petroleum pricing formula
“This is why the NPA as part of its mandate to regulate the petroleum downstream sector decided to engage the media on petroleum pricing in the country”. He encouraged journalists not to make petroleum pricing an NDC or NPP matter because “petroleum pricing basically drives the economy, drives agriculture, drives the markets, productivity in workplaces and more. What goes into petroleum pricingThe prices of petroleum products on the world market are influenced basically by demand and supply fundamentals. Examples of the margins are, BOST Margin, Primary Distribution Margin, Fuel Marking Margin, Distribution Compensation Margin, Marketers Margin, Dealers/Retailers Margin, LPG Filling Plant/Premix/MGO-Local Admin Margin and many others. NPA’S role in a deregulated pricing environment• Ensure that BDCs and OMCs set prices in accordance with the prescribed petroleum pricing formula.
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August 11, 2021 15:22 UTC
Amerado-Obibini beef: This isn't average – Reggie Rockstone
Entertainment of Wednesday, 11 August 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• Amerado and Obibini have been at each other's throat in an ongoing lyrical beef• Reggie Rockstone has hailed the two rappers• Obibini released "Deceased" directed at Amerado and got "The Throne" in returnHiplife Grandpapa, Reggie Rockstone has added his two cents to the ongoing lyrical battle between Amerado and Obibini. In a tweet sighted by GhanaWeb, Reggie, who seems overwhelmed by the level of flow exhibited in the rap battle, has asked music lovers to "enjoy" the beef. Obibini came hard at Amerado for taking a dig at him in his freestyle on Tim Westwood. Reggie Rockstone in reaction to the diss tracks wrote: "THIS LYRICAL WAR NO BE THE BE THE AVERAGE ONE SUM O!! In a separate tweet, he added: "AS THE RAP BATTLE DEY ON GUESS WHO HAS ALSO TAKEN AN INTEREST IN MARTIAL ARTS THO!
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August 11, 2021 15:22 UTC
Nobody should dare come here for 2024 campaign - Demonstrating Adwumam residents
Cladded in red armbands, with others tied on their heads to register displeasure, the angry residents disclosed to GhanaWeb that they were tired of deception and incompetence on the part of the NPP government. The angry residents who held different placards had inscriptions such as "We need roads, We need jobs", "Shame disappointing man", We are tired of NPP", Kenyasi Adwumam deserves better", etc. It took the intervention of fire service personnel to douse fires that had been set by the angry residents in the middle of the roads at different joints. Car tires that were used to set fire could be seen blazing fiercely as the angry residents kept chanting different songs, depicting their anger and seriousness. They finally warned the NPP government to immediately come to fix the road, else they were going to make frequent demonstrations until their needs are met.
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August 11, 2021 15:11 UTC
295 road crash deaths recorded in Ashanti since January - MTTD
General News of Wednesday, 11 August 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• The Ashanti region has recorded the highest road crashes this year• The region has recorded 1,826 accidents so far within the period• A total of 304 cases are recorded monthlyThe Ashanti region has recorded one of the highest number of road crashes this year, the region’s Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) has stated. It also stated that averagely, two people die from road crashes each day, with 11 serious injuries also recorded within the period. Additionally, data from the MTTD show that the Ashanti region records 10 daily accidents, totally to 304 cases monthly. They were speaking during the launch of the Ashanti Regional branch of the Association of Vulcanisers Ghana (AVG) in Kumasi. The police, Superintendent Boahene added, are also doing their part through education, using such avenues as institutions, including churches and mosques, to ensure that road
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August 11, 2021 14:02 UTC
Inflation rate for July 2021 hits 9%
In the statement dated August 11, 2021, the GSS disclosed that more than three-quarters of the rate of inflation recorded in July 2021 was contributed by food, housing, and transport. “The year-on-year inflation rate as measured by the Combined Consumer Price Index (CPI) was 9.0 percent in July 2021. This rate of inflation for July 2021 is the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) over the twelve-month period, from July 2020 to July 2021. The monthly change rate for July 2021 is 1.63 percent,” parts of the statement explained. Meanwhile, despite an acceleration in figures, inflation remains below reach of the Bank of Ghana's target set for April 2021.
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August 11, 2021 13:52 UTC
People who didn’t help us qualify for Olympics want to share in our success - Boxing Federation Prez
Boxing News of Wednesday, 11 August 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• The GBF Prez. is furious about gov't officials sharing in their glory• The Federation did not get funds for their qualifiers• Ghana won bronze in boxing at the Olympic GamesPresident of the Ghana Boxing Federation [GBF], Mr. George Lamptey has expressed misgivings at government officials seeking to share in their success after rejecting to help the team qualify for the Tokyo Olympic Games. Earlier this year when the Black Bombers set out to Dakar, Senegal for the African Olympic Games qualifiers, they were denied funds for their trip and the Federation had to internally raise funds. “A lot of things went into it but people are now taking the glory. The GBF president who was speaking exclusively to GhanaWeb added, “During the qualification, it was the National Sports Authority Director who came to our aid.
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August 11, 2021 13:52 UTC
GIJ SRC blows about GH¢200,000 in 3 months - Report
Records show that at the time of assuming office, students had paid their SRC dues amounting to GH¢222,141.12. However, information and bank statements exclusively available to GhanaWeb reveals that only GH¢32,161.99 of the amount is left in the SRC coffers. With a few weeks to end the current SRC’s tenure in office, students are yet to receive souvenirs they are entitled to. See photos of the bank statements belowA number of students say they have lost confidence in the SRC in the midst of many unresolved issues. The previous executives were also alleged to have misappropriated dues according to an audit report.
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August 11, 2021 13:41 UTC
Sam-J Hospital slapped with GH¢326,456 damages for medical negligence
The Commercial Division of the Accra High Court has asked the hospital to pay GH¢326,456 in damages to the family of Kofi Duffour and Joyce Akyaah Barnes, parents of the baby. According to the report, this amount includes general damages of GH¢200,000 and costs of GH¢20,000 against the hospital and its owner, Dr. Amoo Mensah. It continued that the court had ruled that the hospital negligently failed to live up to professional medical standards in providing antenatal care for the baby’s mother. Details of the case are that in March 2017, the parents of the baby sought antenatal care from the Sam-J Specialist Hospital. She concluded that they were liable for leaving the child handicapped for life and thereby slapped with the damage cost of GH¢326,456.
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August 11, 2021 13:41 UTC
I admire how you love your wife – Yvonne Nelson eulogizes Stonebwoy
Entertainment of Wednesday, 11 August 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• Stonebwoy is fond of publicly expressing his love for his wife• Yvonne Nelson has praised the musician for being a good husband• Stonebwoy and his wife Louisa have had great chemistry since they got married in 2017Popular Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson has applauded Stonebwoy for diligently discharging his duties as a husband despite his busy schedule. Yvonne said at any given chance, Stonebwoy does not hesitate to publicly express his love for his wife, Louisa, an act which she finds attractive. Stonebwoy is mostly seen either hyping or goofing around with his wife, the slightest opportunity he gets. The two keep getting stronger and stronger despite the fact that two kids have been borne out of their almost 4-year-old marriage. You are a good husband, keep it up.”Watch the video below
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August 11, 2021 13:41 UTC
PNC urges government to expedite appointment of MMDCEs to enhance development
General News of Wednesday, 11 August 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• The delay in appointment of MMDCEs is affecting development, observes PNC• The president is being entreated to quicken his pace in that regard• The PNC believes, however, that the election of MMDCEs is a better optionThe slow pace in the appointment of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) is drawing back Ghana’s development and economic growth, the Peoples’ National Convention (PNC) has stated. Also, she urged the president to exercise a good balance in terms of gender in his selection. Recently, there were discussions surrounding the election of persons who will head the various MMDAs and this is something the PNC wants the country to strongly revisit. “The PNC believes that there should be an election of MMDCEs to allow the people to choose their choice of persons to push for development in their localities just like the assembly members and be voted out when they are not performing. It should be done in a non-partisan election,” Ms. Nabla explained.
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August 11, 2021 13:41 UTC
Woman meets lifeless grandson after returning from market
His grandmother did not see him again until she received a distress call that her grandson had committed suicide. She met the lifeless body of her grandson hanging on a ceiling fan with a mosquito net being used to tie his neck. Two persons have however been arrested by the Asokwa district police in connection with the death of the 11-year-old boy. The two, who are all sons of the late Boateng's grandmother have since been detained by the Asokwa police to help in the investigation. Meanwhile, the police command have conveyed the 11-year-old boy's body to a hospital morgue for an autopsy and a further investigation.
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August 11, 2021 12:56 UTC
Amerado, Obibini beef: How it all started
This conversation was birthed after Obibini hit the studio to record ‘Deceased’ – a song directed at Amerado. The Mic Burners artiste, without hesitation, initiated a counter-attack against the Zylofon Music signee with ‘The Throne’. Although all the three rappers expressed themselves through rap, Amerado became the talk of the town as music lovers were so enthralled by his performance. Amerado's performance begins from 10th minuteAmerado’s responseWhile the industry munched Obibini’s comment, Amerado denied taking a dig at the Zylofon Music act. Hours after the release, Amerado retorted with ‘The Throne’ as he poohpoohed Obibini’s rap prowess and mocked what he termed as “stunted growth” of his [Obibini] music career.
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August 11, 2021 12:45 UTC