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31 May

Mavericks Beat Timberwolves To Reach NBA Finals

Wontumi1SportsMavericks, Timberwolves

The Dallas Mavericks will face the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals after beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 4-1 in the Western Conference finals. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving each hit 36 points to lead the Mavericks to a resounding 124-103 victory in game five in Minnesota. Slovenian star Doncic, 25, set the tone with 20 points in the first quarter before Dallas moved into a dominant 69-40 lead at half-time and the Timberwolves could not fight back. It is the first time the Mavericks have reached the Finals since winning their sole NBA title in 2011 and only the third…

31 May

Black Stars: Show That You Are The Boss – Stephen Appiah Tells Otto Addo

Wontumi1SportsOtto Addo, Stephen Appiah

Former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah has called on Otto Addo to firmly stamp his authority as head coach of the national team. Appiah, now 43, was rehired on a 34-month contract with an option for an additional 24 months earlier this year, following the dismissal of Chris Hughton due to a disappointing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire. Since Addo’s return, he has led the team in two matches: a loss to Nigeria and a draw against Uganda during the March international break. Addo now faces a crucial doubleheader against Mali and the Central…

31 May

Kwaku Manu Visits KK Fosu After Ghastly Accident

Wontumi1ShowbizACCIDENT, KK Fosu, Kwaku Manu

Ghanaian actor Kwaku Manu has visited musician KK Fosu at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) following a serious accident. During his visit, Kwaku Manu praised former President John Mahama for constructing the UGMC, highlighting its status as the most advanced medical center in West Africa. This visit marked Kwaku Manu’s first time at the UGMC. He expressed his admiration for the facility’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and the high standard of medical care provided. Kwaku Manu also acknowledged the importance of such a facility for the well-being of Ghanaians, especially in times of emergency and critical care. Just a week…

31 May

Segun Arinze Reveals Why He Stayed Single For 12 Years After His First Marriage

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Veteran Nollywood actor Segun Arinze has opened up about why he remained single for 12 years following the collapse of his first marriage. The 58-year-old actor first married actress Anne Njemanze in 1996, but their union ended in 1997. After a 12-year break from matrimony, Arinze married Julie in 2008. The couple now has three children together. Speaking on the WithChude podcast, Segun Arinze said, “I was confused about getting the right person” after he and Njemanze divorced. The filmmaker said he was involved in many relationships until “I cried to God” in 2007 to give him a wife. Arinze…

31 May

Shatta Wale Gifts Wads Of Cash To Airport Workers As He Departs For Bolga

Wontumi1ShowbizShatta Wale

Dancehall King Shatta Wale made the day of some airport workers who hailed him as he departed for Bolgatanga. Known for his generous gesture, Shatta gifted wads of cash to airport workers who helped him embark for his private jet. Shatta was on his way to perform at the Jaga 4 Bitters Concert, scheduled to take place tomorrow at the Bolgatanga Sports Stadium. The unexpected act of generosity was met with enthusiasm and gratitude from the airport staff. Shatta made his first stop at Tamale where he received a rousing welcome. He, together with his manager, Sammy Flex and other…

31 May

Gizella Agbotui Tetteh Insults School Officials, District Education Director Over Invitation Extended To Eugene Arhin

Kakra NunuFeatured, News

Bontrase, Awutu Senya West – The recent inauguration ceremony of the Board of Governors at Bontrase Senior High Technical School, on Thursday, 30th May 2024, was marred by an altercation involving Gizella Agbotui Tetteh, the NDC Member of Parliament (MP) for Awutu Senya West, who unleashed a torrent of abuse and insults directed at the Headmaster of the school and the District Director of Education, Mr. Isaac Acquah Arhin. The controversy erupted when Gizella Agbotui Tetteh learned that Mr. Eugene Arhin, the Director of Communications at the Office of the President and the NPP Parliamentary Candidate for Awutu Senya West,…

31 May

Same period I rejected a sheep as a presiding member, Mahama accepted a Ford – Kumawu DCE jabs Mahama.

Evans ManassehNewsJohn Mahama, Kumawu DCE

The district chief executive(DCE), for Sekyere Kumawu, Samuel Addai Agyekum has slammed former president, John Dramani Mahama for involving in corrupt activities under his administration. According to the DCE, John Mahama was alleged to have received a Ford from one contractor at Burkina Faso in his tenure of office. “The institute of Local government studies drafted a code of ethics for Public Servants to deter them from indulging in illegal acts. Mahama as a president flouted this rule two weeks after its inception. He accepted a gift ‘Ford’ from one contractor at Burkina. I rejected a sheep when it was…

30 May

Frema Opare Is The Best Choice For Dr. Bawumia’s Running Mate- NPP Western North Regional Chairman

Wontumi2Featured, NewsFREMA OPARE

The Western North Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Benjamin Armah, has publicly expressed his opinion on who should be Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate. While emphasizing that the ultimate decision lies with the Flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Mr. Armah shared his personal preference for Madam Frema Opare, a highly respected figure from the Ashanti region, who is currently the Chief of Staff, at the office of the President. Mr. Armah becomes the first regional Chairman of the party, to publicly declare his stance, on who should become Dr. Bawumia’s running mate. “My suggestion is not meant to…

30 May

Lilwin Postpones Sunyani Premiere Over Death Of 3-Year-Old Boy

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Celebrated actor cum musician, Lilwin born Kwadwo Nkansah has postponed the premiere of his movie, “A Country Called Ghana” in Sunyani. Ahead of the premiere of the movie in Kumasi on Saturday, May 25, 2024, Lilwin and some members of his team were involved in a gory accident that led to the death of a 3-year-old boy Richard Tawiah Amponsah. The death of the child has been condemned by many because to them it was avoidable if the comedian had slowed down and respected traffic regulations. In a statement shared on his Instagram page, LilWin indicated that the decision to…

30 May

I’ll Stabilise Cedi With Gold – Bawumia

Wontumi1BusinessDR BAWUMIA

The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamadu Bawumia, has promised to stabilise the local currency if he is elected president in the December 7 polls. According to Dr Bawumia, his ultimate goal is to back the Cedi with the country’s gold to ensure the currency’s stability. Speaking at a meeting with Organised Labour, Dr. Bawumia said there is no anchor to hold the cedi except to back it with gold. “Ultimately, my goal is that we are going to back our currency with gold and that is where I want us to go, increasingly backing our currency with…