CUD Wontumi, Author at Wontumi Online

17 Jan

Haaland Signs New Man City Deal Until 2034

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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has signed a new long-term deal with the club that will keep him at the Etihad until 2034. The Norwegian joined City from Dortmund in 2022 and has scored 111 goals in 126 games for the club since. The striker’s previous deal, which reportedly included a release clause, had been due to expire in 2027. Haaland’s new deal would see the striker remain with City until his 34th birthday should he stay at the club until its expiry in nine-and-a-half years’ time. “I am really happy to have signed my new contract and to be…

17 Jan

Man Utd Reject Napoli Move For Garnacho

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Manchester United have turned down an approach for winger Alejandro Garnacho from Italian side Napoli. The Serie A side have made Garnacho, 20, their number-one target and plan to use money raised from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s impending move to Paris St-Germain. However, they have failed with an initial approach for Garnacho that fell significantly below the Red Devils’ valuation of the Argentina international. It is not known the precise nature of the communication but it is thought the figure mentioned by Napoli was around £40m. Though United will listen to offers for academy products to fund a rebuild for manager Ruben…

17 Jan

Kim Lars Björkegren Will Steer Black Queens To Greatness – GFA

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Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, believes Kim Lars Björkegren has the necessary skills and experience to lead the Black Queens to success. Björkegren, a Swedish coach, has been appointed as the new head coach of Ghana’s senior women’s team on a two-year contract. He replaces Nora Hauptle, who did not extend her contract with the GFA. In an interview with Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show, Asante Twum expressed his confidence in Björkegren’s abilities, noting the coach’s extensive experience in women’s football. “Two days ago, we announced a new head coach for the Black Queens, which…

17 Jan

Ho Water Crisis: Private Water Vendors Cash In

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Private water vendors are cashing in, as Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) is unable to supply parts of the Ho Municipality, Ho West and South Dayi Districts of the Volta Region, due to a faulty pump. Demand for water from private vendors has skyrocketed as they have become the only reliable source of the essential commodity. The Ghana Water Company Limited announced the completion of repair works on a faulty pump at their headworks at Kpeve on the 6th of January 2025. Three days later, clients had news of the pump breaking down again, deepening the woes of residents, who…

17 Jan

NPP Disputes Claims By NDC Women’s Wing Of Winning Ahafo Ano South-West Parliamentary Seat

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NPP executives in the Ahafo Ano South-West constituency of Ashanti region have debunked claims by the NDC of winning the 2024 parliamentary election in the area. That NDC won the presidential election in the constituency, but the parliamentary polls were declared for Elvis Osei Mensah Dapaah who won with a 658-vote difference. But a demonstration was staged by the women’s wing of the NDC demanding declaration of results of 11 polling stations from the district office of the Electoral Commission. The NDC women organizer in the area, Adwoa Owusuaa, contends if the eleven polling station results were added, their candidate…

16 Jan

Ghana Drops To 13Th In Africa With Lowest Fuel Price

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Ghana has dropped to 13th place in Africa for the lowest fuel prices, with an average petrol price of $1.051 per liter in January 2025, up from $0.985 in December 2024. This change has moved Ghana from 43rd to 53rd globally. Libya remains Africa’s leader with the lowest price at $0.030 per liter, followed by Angola and Egypt. Other countries like Algeria, Sudan, Nigeria, Tunisia, Ethiopia, and Liberia also feature in the top rankings. Fuel prices in Ghana are expected to increase slightly starting from January 17, 2025, driven by rising global crude prices and a depreciating cedi, according to…

16 Jan

Naira Marley Has No Hand In My Son’s Death – Mobhad’s Dad Breaks Silence

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Joseph Aloba, the father of the late singer Mohbad, has clarified that Naira Marley had no involvement in his son's death. He stated that Mohbad passed away at home while he was out of the country, with only Mohbad's wife present at the time. Aloba emphasized that misunderstandings and disagreements in business are common, but they do not imply foul play. He acknowledged that Mohbad and Naira Marley were not friends but pointed out that not everyone gets along in life. Aloba expressed uncertainty about the exact circumstances surrounding his son's death, as the full details remain unclear.

16 Jan

Drake Drops Legal Petition Accusing Spotify And UMG Boosting Kendrick Lamar’s Song

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Drake has withdrawn his petition against Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG), which accused them of artificially inflating the popularity of Kendrick Lamar’s diss track, *Not Like Us*. Filed in New York, the petition alleged UMG and Spotify used bots and reduced licensing rates to manipulate streaming numbers. UMG dismissed the claims as “offensive and untrue,” emphasizing ethical practices, while Spotify denied involvement, asserting no economic incentive to favor Lamar’s track over Drake’s. The controversy stemmed from a public feud between Drake and Lamar, ignited in early 2024 and culminating with *Not Like Us*, which became a major hit. Despite…

16 Jan

Mozambique To Get New President Amid Swirl Of Protest

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Daniel Chapo has been sworn in as Mozambique’s president following a contentious election that opposition leaders claim was rigged. Chapo, 48, won 65% of the vote, but rivals Venâncio Mondlane and opposition parties boycotted the ceremony, urging nationwide protests against what they call "stolen power." Public distrust looms, despite Chapo’s reputation for openness and dialogue. Analysts warn he faces tough challenges, including restoring trust, tackling corruption, and uniting a divided nation. Calls for reform include overhauling leadership in the police and judiciary. Chapo, Mozambique’s first leader not tied to its independence war, has pledged economic recovery and peace, but critics…

16 Jan

Halt Reconstruction Of Kantamanto Market – GNFS

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The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is raising concerns over the reconstruction of Kantamanto Market, urging traders to pause the rebuilding process. Following a devastating fire in January 2025 that destroyed hundreds of shops, GNFS emphasizes the need for proper fire-resistant materials, fire detection systems, and collaboration with fire service officials. Alex King Nartey from the GNFS highlighted the risks of using wood in the construction, calling for safer, more resilient materials. He warned that without adequate safety measures, another fire disaster could occur. The GNFS has called for consultations with traders to ensure that proper safety standards are integrated…