Month: May 2023

Kanye West Split From Adidas ‘Hurting’ The Business – As Mountain Of Yeezy Trainers Remain Unsold
05 May

Kanye West Split From Adidas ‘Hurting’ The Business – As Mountain Of Yeezy Trainers Remain Unsold

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Adidas has reported a drop in sales but better than expected profits in the wake of its high-profile split from shamed rapper and fashion designer Kanye West. The sportwear company said the loss of his Yeezy trainers brand was "hurting" the business but it pointed to some of the pain being eliminated by a recovery in sales in China. Adidas had said in March it was still yet to decide what to do with a mountain of unsold Yeezy stock worth £442m - the legacy of its decision to part from West, now known as Ye, following antisemitic and other…
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Wooden Plaques Won’t Feed You – Great Ampong To Colleagues Who ‘Buy’ Awards
05 May

Wooden Plaques Won’t Feed You – Great Ampong To Colleagues Who ‘Buy’ Awards

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The Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA) over the years after its inception has seen countless criticisms on the criteria the scheme uses in selecting its winners. The criticism mostly comes from the public, entertainment pundits, and a section of musicians who usually claim some awards are bought by some contenders. Charterhouse, the organizers of the event has however rubbished these allegations numerous times insisting that, the selection of its winners is done based on both the voting system and the decision by the board. Gospel musician Great Ampong known in real life as Isaiah Kwadwo Apmong has admonished musicians who…
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You Have A “Small” Vision For Ghana- Dr Forkuo Jabs Mahama Over Promise To Share Piglets To Youth
05 May

You Have A “Small” Vision For Ghana- Dr Forkuo Jabs Mahama Over Promise To Share Piglets To Youth

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A respected university lecturer, Dr. Samuel Kwarteng Forkuo has taken on former President John Mahama for promising to share piglets should Ghanaians elect him as President again. In Dr. Forkuo’s view, Mr. Mahama’s way of creating jobs in the country shows he has a “small” vision and cannot govern Ghana. Former President John Mahama has promised to prioritize sharing of piglets as a way of creating jobs for the Ghanaian youth. But after analysing his model on the Wontumi Morning Show, the Kumasi Technical University (KSTU) lecturer came to a conclusion that Mr. Mahama’s “models and promises are not good…
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Agric Nzemaahene accompanies Otumfuo to King Charles’ Coronation
05 May

Agric Nzemaahene accompanies Otumfuo to King Charles’ Coronation

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THE POPULAR and influential Chief of Agric Nzemaa, Nana Nkansah Boadu Ayeboafo, is among the high powered delegation of traditional authorities that accompanied the King of the Asante Kingdom, to London for the official coronation ceremony of King Charles III. The Royal Asante King is among few dignitaries invited by the Royal Family to attend the historic occasion slated for Saturday, May, 6, 2023. He was accompanied on his visit by Nana Nkansah Boadu Ayeboafo, who is also a member of the National Council of the ruling New Patriotic Party and Chairman of the Ashanti Regional Disciplinary Committee. The entourage…
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From ‘Akonfem’ To ‘Prako’: Mahama Doesn’t Have The “Brains” To Rule Ghana- Ahafo Regional Chairman
05 May

From ‘Akonfem’ To ‘Prako’: Mahama Doesn’t Have The “Brains” To Rule Ghana- Ahafo Regional Chairman

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Former President John Mahama’s promise to prioritize sharing of piglets as a way of creating jobs for the youth has been met with anger by the the Ahafo Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Kwabena Owusu Sekyere. Reacting to the news on the Wontumi Morning Show, the NPP Chairman took a direct swipe at Mr. Mahama stating that he doesn’t have the “brains” to rule Ghana based on his promise to share piglets. Mr. Kwabena Owusu Sekyere stated that Mr. Mahama’s track record when it comes to handling of animal business is appalling and recalled that whilst…
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Kissi Agyebeng Invites Prof. Frimpong-Boateng For Investigations Into ‘Galamsey’ Report
05 May

Kissi Agyebeng Invites Prof. Frimpong-Boateng For Investigations Into ‘Galamsey’ Report

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Former Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, has been invited by the Office of the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, to assist with investigations following allegations raised in a report submitted to the presidency. Prof. Frimpong had made suggestions that some elements in the New Patriotic Party and government had made attempts to frustrate his work and sabotage him during his work as chair of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining (IMCIM). In a statement dated, May 4, 2023, Prof. Frimpong-Boateng noted that he has duly received the invitation and has indicated his willingness to cooperate. He noted that…
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Apostle Eric Nyamekye Re-elected As Chairman of Church of Pentecost
05 May

Apostle Eric Nyamekye Re-elected As Chairman of Church of Pentecost

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The Church of Pentecost has re-elected Apostle Eric Kwabena Nyamekye to serve as its Chairman for the next five years. This historic event took place during the Church’s 46th General Council Meetings on Thursday, May 4, 2023, where Apostle Nyamekye secured an overwhelming majority of the votes, winning1,255 ‘YES’ votes out of the 1,262 total votes cast, representing 99.45%. Apostle Nyamekye assumed office as the 6th Chairman of the Church in 2018, securing 98% of the total votes cast and immediately set in motion a five-year strategic vision, titled “Vision 2023,” with the overarching theme of “Possessing the Nations.” The…
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Dr. Kokofu Elected West African Coordinator For Afrimab Bureau In Rwanda
05 May

Dr. Kokofu Elected West African Coordinator For Afrimab Bureau In Rwanda

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Hon. Dr. Henry Kwabena Kokofu Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been elected as the West Africa-sub regional coordinator for the AfriMAB BUREAU in Rwanda. The 7th General Assembly of the African network of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves (AfriMAB) is being held in Musanze, Rwanda from 2-5th May, 2023. AfriMAB comprises MAB national committees and UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in sub-Saharan Africa. Participants for this year’s event include Ghana, Rwanda, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Tanzania, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Zambia, South Africa, among others. Ghana was represented by Dr. Henry K. Kokofu, Chairman of the Ghana MAB National Committee…
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PHOTOS: Otumfuo Meets King Charles Ahead Of Coronation
05 May

PHOTOS: Otumfuo Meets King Charles Ahead Of Coronation

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His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has met Majesty King Charles III ahead of the latter’s Coronation this Saturday. The Asantehene left Ghana to join monarchs and global leaders to attend the Coronation of Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort in London. Before his visit, a statement signed and copied to Wontumionline.com by the Chief of Staff, Kofi Badu, revealed that Otumfuo Asantehene will be received by King Charles in a private meeting at Buckingham Palace. “His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has been invited to attend the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and…
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Mourinho Wore A Microphone To ‘Protect Himself’
04 May

Mourinho Wore A Microphone To ‘Protect Himself’

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Jose Mourinho has revealed that he wore a microphone against Monza in a bid to "protect himself" amid criticism of the match official. Roma and Monza drew 1-1 Mourinho hit out at referee Portuguese has been sent off three times WHAT HAPPENED? Mourinho has insisted that he needed to record everything during the clash with Monza, having labelled Daniele Chiffi the "worst referee" he has ever seen. Mourinho expanded on his quotes - from a post-match interview - at his press conference after the game, having seen Mehmet Zeki Celik sent off in injury time. WHAT THEY SAID: Mourinho drew…
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