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Dbanj Teams Up With 2Face and Timaya for Epic Tour
D'banj wants to tour with 2Face and Timaya across many countries. The three Nigerian singers talked about working together during recent meetings. They plan to use their hit songs and the worldwide love for Afrobeats music. D'banj spoke with Adesope Live during his London visit about these plans. He thinks fans will enjoy seeing all three artists perform together. The Oliver Twist singer thanked African people living around the world for helping Afrobeats grow. He watched the music style change from a small West African sound to global fame. D'banj remembers when few people knew about Nigerian music during the 2000s. African communities abroad helped spread the music to new listeners everywhere. Their support made Afrobeats popular...
Ghana Cabbie Gears Up to Crush Traffic with Shaxi
A taxi driver wants to work for Shaxi ride service. The man loves musician Shatta Wale and plans to upgrade his car. He needs to fix and paint his vehicle to meet company standards. The driver already downloaded the Shaxi app and waits for his car repairs. Shaxi drivers must have proper licenses and insurance papers. They need roadworthy stickers for their vehicles. The service charges drivers 20 cedis daily for twelve hours of ride requests. Drivers earn money when they transport customers around the city. The app helps drivers track their progress during work shifts. Customers can see arrival times and pay through the mobile program. The excited driver hopes to start earning money after his car meets requirements. He believes the...
GH Kobby Held Over Girlfriend Gun Death
Police arrested Hayford Boateng near Yeji after his girlfriend died from a gunshot wound. People know Boateng as GH Kobby around the Bono East Region. The woman suffered injuries to her left arm during the shooting incident. Doctors at St. Martin's Hospital could not save her life. She died from her wounds despite medical treatment. Boateng tells police the gun fired accidentally during the incident. Officers doubt his story and continue investigating what really happened. Two friends who rode with Boateng also face arrest. The men tried to leave the scene after the shooting occurred. Police caught all three suspects during their investigation. Authorities work to learn the truth about the deadly shooting. They want to know if Boateng...
Manu Hits Back At Critics Of Ghana Referees
Former referee G.K. Manu spoke up for match officials after the 2024/25 Ghana football season ended. Many people criticized referees for poor performances during games. Manu told Citi Sports that officials face tough conditions when they work. He said referees lack proper equipment but still try their best. The veteran official wants people to understand the challenges. Manu asked critics to think about coaches and players who also make mistakes. He said people can criticize referees but should do it the right way. Destructive comments hurt officials and make problems worse. Helpful feedback can improve referee performance over time. Manu wants supporters to offer better suggestions. Referees are human and cannot be perfect all the...
Hughton Sidelines Kyei Chooses Ofori for AFCON
Medeama SC goalkeeper Felix Kyei almost made Ghana's team for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Coach Chris Hughton called the young keeper before the tournament started. Hughton told Kyei he performed well but would stay on the backup list. The coach praised Kyei's skills during their phone conversation. Hughton explained that veteran Richard Ofori earned the spot instead. Ofori kept his place because of his leadership experience with the national team. The older goalkeeper had not played much for Orlando Pirates that season. Hughton wanted Ofori to rebuild his confidence during the tournament. The coach hoped the competition would help Ofori find a new club. Kyei accepted the decision without complaining about missing out. Hughton...
Vision FC Left Gutted After Habib Ganiu Death
Vision FC lost player Habib Ganiu when he died suddenly. The Ghana Premier League team posted sad news about their teammate on social media. Club leaders sent sympathy messages to his family and friends during their tough time. Nobody knows exactly what caused his death. The local soccer community feels shocked about losing such a young athlete. Ganiu showed great promise as a footballer with Vision FC. He helped the team earn promotion to Ghana's top soccer league. Coaches and soccer experts noticed his talent during games. Teammates respected him as a skilled player who worked hard. His death hurts Vision FC and all of Ghanaian football.
Big Prampram Showdown as GFA Congress Hits Town
Ghana Football Association leaders will meet August 12 at Ghanaman Centre of Excellence near Prampram. The Executive Council picked this date using powers from Article 31 of their rule book. Football officials must gather once each season before games begin. Members receive written notice at least ten days ahead of the meeting. Congress handles important decisions about Ghana soccer. The association sends formal invitations seven days before the session starts. These letters contain meeting topics and financial reports from auditors. Delegates learn about activities from the past year during presentations. Members vote on budget matters and future plans at this gathering. All stakeholders should prepare for discussions about Ghana...
Otumfuo Drops Big Cash for Kotoko Comeback
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II gave Asante Kotoko 1.5 million Ghana cedis for new players. The king wants his team to win trophies again across Africa and Ghana. His money will help coaches find talented athletes before the season starts. Kotoko fans hope these funds create a strong squad for major competitions. The royal patron believes smart spending will bring back championship glory. The Asante king also plans to improve the Adako Jachie training center. Workers will transform the facility with modern equipment and better fields. Young players will train at the upgraded complex during future seasons. Otumfuo thinks excellent facilities produce championship teams over time. His investment shows long-term commitment to developing local soccer...
Kenyan Goalkeeper Lynched by Mob Over Phone Theft
A crowd killed Kenyan soccer player Eric Wafula after people accused him of stealing a phone. The angry mob beat Wafula and another person to death during the weekend attack. Community members used stones and heavy sticks against both men near Nairobi. Local reports say the group believed Wafula grabbed someone's mobile device during a street robbery. Police could not reach the scene fast enough to stop the violence. Wafula faced similar accusations before and survived another mob attack. Officers rescued the goalkeeper from angry people during an earlier incident at Kariobangi. That previous case also involved claims about phone theft against the athlete. His soccer fame helped protect him from harm during past confrontations with...
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