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18 Dec

Archbishop Duncan Williams Gets First Ghana Movie Awards Nomination

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Renowned Ghanaian cleric, Archbishop Duncan Williams, has received his first-ever Ghana Movie Awards nomination. He was nominated in the Cameo Actor category. The nomination comes ahead of the awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on December 24 at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). Ghana Movie Awards is one of the prestigious events in the Ghanaian film industry, recognising and celebrating outstanding achievements in filmmaking. The nominations list equally features a pool of talented actors, actresses, directors and producers who have made significant contributions to the Ghanaian film industry in the year under review. There will be 21 awards presented…

17 Dec

NPP’s Poor Expectation Management Led to Defeat – Paul Amaning

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A communications team member for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Amaning, has attributed the party's defeat in the December polls to poor expectation management. Speaking on Movement TV/Wontumi Radio, Amaning explained that the party's assumption of an easy win led to a lack of motivation to campaign effectively on December 7th. He noted that the party's failure to recognize and reward its loyal supporters during its eight years in government also contributed to the defeat. "The party's business people were neglected, and that employment opportunities were given to all Ghanaians, regardless of their party affiliation", he added. Amaning expects…

17 Dec

Trump Meeting TikTok CEO As Ban Deadline Looms

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US President-elect Donald Trump is meeting with TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew at his Mar-a-Lago estate to discuss the social media giant's battle against a potential ban in the US. A law passed this year mandates TikTok's sale by its Chinese parent company ByteDance before 19 January or face a ban due to alleged security concerns. TikTok has filed an emergency request with the US Supreme Court to delay the ban. Despite supporting a ban during his first term, Trump opposes it now, citing potential benefits to Facebook, which he accuses of aiding his 2020 election loss. TikTok argues that…

17 Dec

I Prefer Ghanaian Jollof Rice To Nigerian Jollof Rice – Ayra Starr Sparks Debate

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Nigerian Afrobeat star Ayra Starr sparked online controversy by declaring her preference for Ghanaian jollof rice over Nigerian jollof during a promotional interview. Her statement reignited the long-running rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria over whose jollof is superior. While Ghanaians praised her "good taste," some Nigerians accused her of "betrayal." Social media exploded with memes, debates, and polls on the matter. Ghanaian jollof is known for its rich tomato base, while Nigerian jollof is famed for its smoky flavor. This ongoing feud continues to divide opinions across both countries. Source: Ghanacelebrities

17 Dec

I Warned Empress Gifty Not To Consider Any NPP Astroturf For Her Late Mum’s Funeral – Diana Asamoah

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Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Asamoah advised Empress Gifty against holding her mother's funeral at an astroturf built by the New Patriotic Party (NPP). In a social media video on December 17, 2024, Diana explained that after Empress Gifty mentioned the venue, she urged her to reconsider, suggesting she approach the NPP for the facility, since Gifty didn't vote for the party. Diana emphasized the need for Gifty to seek support from the party she voted for or find another location. Empress Gifty had announced her mother's death on December 14, 2024, following a short illness, receiving condolences from fans and…

17 Dec

Lookman And Banda Named African Players Of The Year

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Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has been crowned the 2024 African Footballer of the Year at the Confederation of African Football (Caf) Awards in Marrakesh. The Atalanta forward saw off competition from Ivory Coast’s Simon Adingra, Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, Achraf Hakimi of Morocco and South Africa’s Ronwen Williams. Lookman is the second consecutive Nigerian to claim the award after Victor Osimhen in 2023. Orlando Pride striker Barbra Banda made history as the first Zambian to win the women’s prize, finishing ahead of Moroccan Sanaa Mssoudy and Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie. The winners are voted for by a panel of experts which includes members of…

17 Dec

Antetokounmpo & Alexander To Meet In NBA Cup Final

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The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the final of the 2024 NBA Cup in Las Vegas this week. It is the second year of the competition, which has a similar format to the football World Cup. The Los Angeles Lakers, spearheaded by LeBron James, won the inaugural edition last year, beating the Indiana Pacers 123-109 in the final. This is all you need to know about the 2024 NBA Cup final. What is NBA Cup and what is format? Intended to add more importance to the earlier part of the season, the NBA Cup is a…

17 Dec

Paul Amaning Calls for Strategic Review and Accountability After NPP’s Election Loss

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A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communication team, Paul Amaning, has stressed the need for the NPP to re-evaluate their strategy, identify mistakes, and develop a clear plan for improvement, following the party's defeat in the 2024 elections. To illustrate his point, Amaning shared a relatable analogy. He compared it to paying for a taxi to transport someone to vote, only to be let down when they fail to show up. This example, he explained, highlights the importance of entrusting resources to responsible individuals who can be held accountable for their actions. Proper resource management, he emphasized, is…

17 Dec

Ronaldo To Run For Brazil Federation Presidency

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Brazil legend Ronaldo has announced he will run for the presidency of the country’s football association and wants to “recover the prestige” of the national team. The 48-year-old, who was capped 98 times, will run as a candidate to replace current Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) president Ednaldo Rodrigues. Brazil, record five-time winners of the World Cup, last won the competition in 2002 and have not progressed further than the quarter-final stage since. “For many decades, Brazilian football has always been the escape route for the Brazilian people when they faced daily problems,” Ronaldo told Globo Esporte. “This was the fuel…

17 Dec

FIFA Opens First Permanent Regional Office In Morocco

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FIFA has opened its first-ever African permanent regional office in Rabat, Morocco in a bid to strengthen international relations and promote inclusivity among member federations, as well as enhance and promote football in Africa and beyond, FIFA’s African office in Rabat is seen as a game-changer for African football as it will provide technical and administrative support to local federations and promote football development across the continent. An agreement was reached on Monday between FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Morocco’s Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, who both signed the documents. Experts view this move as reflecting Morocco’s commitment to enhancing its…