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FA boss reveals player conspiracy at 2012 AFCON

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:41:35 +0000

Ghana FA President Kwasi Nyantakyi has revealed how some players contributed to the Black Stars’ disappointing run at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations. Nyantakyi who also doubles as the chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee however fell short of mentioning names of the perpetrators. The GFA boss made the revelation during a Press Conference organized on Wednesday to enumerate some of the reasons for Ghana’s disappointing fourth-place finish at Gabon and Equatorial Guinea

I’ll hand Bukom Banku his first defeat – Wandera

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:41:34 +0000

Ugandan boxer Hamza Wandera has vowed to end Bukom Banku’s unbeaten run and strip him off the WBO Africa light heavyweight title. Wandera who arrived in Accra yesterday in the company of his trainer will challenge Banku for the title he has successfully defended once since winning it in January last year. The bout put together by Golden Mike promotions will headline a bill that has been christened the Night of no return at the Accra Stadium.

GPL: Premier league fixtures changed

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:41:32 +0000

The Ghana Premier League Board in conjunction with the Football Association has effected changes in the week 17 and 18 league fixtures due to reasons beyond their reach. According to the PLB boss Mr. Wilbeck Abrah Appiah,the week 17 fixture between Mighty Jets and Hearts of Lions at the Accra sports stadium has been rescheduled for Monday, 3pm, at the same venue but emphasized that, the Sunday fixtures will all come on as earlier scheduled.

D-Black Launches GH¢ 1,000 Cash Dance Competition

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:40:34 +0000

Since the infusion of Azonto dances and music into our industry, the music industry got a bit more exciting and had our Azonto dance and music gain alot of recognition outside of Ghana. Young , talented Ghanaian dancers have mastered the art of dancing 'Azonto' and even more moves keep benig added to it... So now here comes an opportunity for Ghana to find out who our best new school dancer is at the moment

PHOTOS: Executive Roasted Plantain Seller

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:40:30 +0000

Peacefmonline.com came across this interesting scene right here in the capital and we want to share with our cherished readers. According to Peacefmonline.com investigations, this gentleman has been selling roasted plantain for the past two years on the pavement right in the middle of the road at Dzorwulo Junction, which is now part of the new George W

PHOTO: Denzel Washington & Wife

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:40:28 +0000

As an Academy member, Denzel Washington has a vote on who wins at the Oscars - but he has admitted to Sky News it is his wife who picks the winners, not him. The double Oscar-winner is one of hundreds of stars who get to nominate their favourite films and actors. But, during the promotion for his new film Safe House, Washington confessed to Sky News that his wife of 28 years, Pauletta, is the real decision-maker

VIDEO: Azonto Kills 2 Boys (For laughs)

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:40:27 +0000

Azonto Kills 2 Boys (For laughs)

South Sudan: Zambian Company Seeking Investment Opportunity

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:39:03 +0000

Juba — A Zambian engineering company known as Ng'andu Consulting' is seeking big investment opportunities in the Republic of South Sudan, the company's managing director for its Rwandan franchise, Mr. Watson Ng'ambi revealed today during a meeting with the minister for Information and Broadcasting, Hon Dr Barnaba Marial Benjamin. Mr Ng'ambi said company is one of the biggest private companies in Zambia with branches in Rwanda and will soon establish in South Sudan.

Barcelona to face stubborn Atletico

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:24:22 +0000

Xavi Hernandez, Barcelona Barcelona will be in search of another league win when they visit Atletico Madrid at the Vicente Calderon Stadium on Sunday night. Pep Guardiola’s men remain in second place, 10 points behind leaders Real Madrid, and need all the points they can get to their slim chances of defending their league title alive. The Catalans displayed one of their best performances of the season last weekend to beat Valencia 5-1, and a similar showing will be needed against an Atletico side that is proving to be solid on defence.

SA class of ‘96 for SD Bank Cup finals

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:21:54 +0000

South Africa’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winners, aptly referred to as the “Class of ‘96” is set to thrill football fans during the SwaziBank Cup finals on April 1. It has been established that the South African legends are ready to bless the final of the tournament’s ninth edition where they play a soon-to-be-assembled local squad

Man critical after 1 000 bee stings

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:17:57 +0000

2012-02-23 15:17 Pietermaritzburg - Two men were badly injured when they were stung by a swarm of bees in Glenwood, Pietermaritzburg, on Thursday, paramedics said. The men, one aged 65 and the other in his 30s, were walking along a path when they disturbed a swarm of bees at about noon, said ER24 spokesperson Derrick Banks. The older man’s face and arms were badly swollen as paramedics estimated he had over a thousand stings to his body.

Youth must be disciplined – Zuma

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:17:47 +0000

2012-02-23 15:17 Johannesburg - The energy and innovation of the youth are vital to the ANC, but their ideas should be argued through the proper structures, ANC president Jacob Zuma said on Thursday.

Angola: Hockey Team for International Tournament Gets Summoned Friday

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:10:31 +0000

Luanda — The players that will be part of the senior males national roller-skate hockey team that will participate in the Vendimia international tournament, Argentina, will be summoned on Friday.

Africa: Facilitate Private Investment in Clean Energy Production, Africa Urged

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:03:34 +0000

A new United Nations (UN) report released Tuesday has revealed that government policies that facilitate private sector investment in energy markets are crucial to help tap Africa's massive renewable energy potential. This, the report said, can fuel the continent's poverty reduction efforts and put the continent on a path to sustainable development

Nigeria: Mobile Money Operations – Why CBN Opted for Banks, Not Telecoms Operators

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:03:32 +0000

Facts have emerged as to why the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), preferred to register banks, instead of telecommunications operators (Telcos), for the operation of mobile money scheme in the country. CBN had last year, registered banks and other financial institutions to operate mobile money, leaving out the telecommunications operators, that supposedly have the largest customer base of over 90 million subscribers, compared to the 20 million bank accounts in the country.

Nigeria: Cameron pledges cooperation to fight terrorism

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:49 +0000

Prime Minister of Britain, Mr. David Cameron, has promised to cooperate with Nigeria in whichever way to tackle global threat of terrorism. He also commended the Federal Government for its efforts in checking terrorism in the country

Escape of Boko Haram kimpin: Police Commissioner risks jail

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:49 +0000

The fate of suspended CP Zakari Biu, the Commissioner of Police in charge Special Investigations at Zone 7 headquarters over the escape of Boko Haram kingpin, Kabiru Sokoto on January 14, 2012, was, on Wednesday, sealed by the Police Service Commission which dismissed him after deliberating on the report of the Force Disciplinary Committee that sat over the matter and the recommendations of the Federal Government Panel set up by the office of the National Security Adviser. In a statement, the PSC said: “The Police Service Commission, after due consideration of the role played by the Commissioner of Police, Alhaji Hassan Zakari Biu, in the escape of the Boko Haram suspect, Kabiru Sokoto, today 22nd February, 2012 approved the dismissal of Mr.

Sacchi believes Guardiola should stay at Barcelona and Mourinho will stay at Real Madrid

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:18 +0000

Former Italy coach Arrigo Sacchi has advised Pep Guardiola to remain in his role at Barcelona for the foreseeable future. The 41-year-old has been linked with a summer departure from Catalunya as his contract expires in the summer, but the man who led AC Milan to arguably their most successful spell in history thinks the Santpedor-born trainer should stick with his current employers. "I left Milan because after four years I became drained and exhausted," Sacchi told COM Radio

Rangers administrators urge fans to continue to back the club amid financial troubles

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:17 +0000

Goal : David Whitehouse, current administrator of cash-strapped Rangers, has praised the support of the club's fans and urged for it to continue. The Glasgow side were recently deducted 10 points as a result of a £9 million tax dispute involving current chairman Craig Whyte. But Whitehouse says that the supporters' loyal backing was appreciated and could help generate some much-needed income.

Real Madrid coach Mourinho accused of homophobic slur

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:16 +0000

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has come under fire after referring to match officials as 'faggots' prior to his team's Champions League round of 16 first-leg draw against CSKA Moscow on Tuesday. The European Gay and Lesbian Sports Federation (EGLSF) has filed a complain against the Portuguese boss in the wake of his comments, and co-president Louise Englefield has urged Uefa to take action against Mourinho.

Pitso Mosimane names squad for friendly against Senegal

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:16 +0000

Goal : South Africa coach Pitso Mosimane has named a squad of 23 players for Bafana Bafana's friendly international against Senegal in Durban on Wednesday February 29. The trainer did not include any Orlando Pirates in his squad, as they will be taking on Recreativo do Libolo in Angola for the second leg of their Caf Champions League preliminary round match three days after the international friendly. Mosimane said at the press conference that Bafana must win this encounter, while adding, "Bafana has not been losing.

Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Rene Adler set to sign four-year deal with Hamburg

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:15 +0000

Rene Adler appears to be on the verge of leaving Bayer Leverkusen for Hamburg on a free transfer at the end of the season after having reached an agreement about a four-year deal with HSV, Kicker reports.

Cambiasso insists Inter gave a ‘reaction’ against Marseille

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:15 +0000

Esteban Cambiasso believes Inter showed signs of a potential recovery during Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Marseille in the Champions League last 16.

Forget Carlos Tevez, Yaya Toure is the returning star Man City need to secure silverware

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:13 +0000

Goal : After Manchester City's 4-0 win over Porto in the Europa League, Roberto Mancini revealed that Carlos Tevez is on the brink of returning to the club's starting XI for the first time since shunning his manager at the Allianz Arena in September. The Argentine's return from his South American golfing trip will no doubt attract the headlines, but it is Yaya Toure who is more likely to be the man to lead the Etihad Stadium outfit to silverware come May. Toure spent six weeks of January and February at the Africa Cup of Nations; a month and-a-half which saw City knocked out of the FA and League Cup at the hands of Manchester United and Liverpool respectively

In Pictures: New England kit unveiled ahead of Netherlands friendly

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:12 +0000

Goal : England have unveiled their new home shirt ahead of Wednesday's friendly against the Netherlands. The national team will take to the pitch in the first ever solely white and red England kit against the Dutch at Wembley. The colours are said to be inspired by the St

Micah Richards and Fraizer Campbell named in England squad for Netherlands friendly

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:10 +0000

Goal : Fraizer Campbell and Tom Cleverley have been handed their first England call-ups by caretaker manager Stuart Pearce. Micah Richards has also been recalled to the first England squad since Fabio Capello’s departure as England boss but there are no places in the 25-man squad for Rio Ferdinand, Frank Lampard or Andy Carroll. Arsenal youngster Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who had been touted for his first senior call-up, remains in the England Under-21s squad

Monchengladbach interested in signing Chelsea’s Romelu Lukaku on loan

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:01:08 +0000

As they begin preparations for next season, Borussia Monchengladbach are considering a move for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, Express reports. Lucien Favre's side are currently second in the Bundesliga, and on course for a Champions League berth. And to help bolster their attack, the Foals are said to be hoping to bring in the 18-year-old on loan

Overhead Bins Warning: We All Listen Carefully, Right?

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:00:32 +0000

When my friend Mike, a financial analyst based in Newton, Mass., opened the overhead bin during a British Airways flight from Boston to London several years ago, he got a nasty surprise. No doubt he had listened carefully to the preflight safety announcement, including the bit about "items in the overhead bins tend to shift during flight." (We all listen to those warnings carefully, right? And we all heed them, right?)

Gang Rape: 5 Students of Benkum SHS Before Court

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:58:34 +0000

Five students of the Benkum Senior High School in Larteh Akuapem in the Eastern Region were on Wednesday arraigned before the Akropong Akuapem Circuit Court for allegedly gang-raping a female student of the school. The suspects, who have been charged with conspiracy and rape, were remanded in police custody to reappear on March 1, 2012. The identities of the suspects and the victim are being withheld by the police because they are minors.

5 students before court for gang-rapping student

agyateng — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:58:24 +0000