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Thomas Partey to leave Arsenal as free agent Black Stars deputy captain and Arsenal star Thomas Partey is set to leave the North London based club as a free agent following the expiration of his contract at the end of June. Partey’s contract with the Gunners runs out on June 30, having joined the side in 2020 from Atletico Madrid on a five-year deal. The two parties have reportedly failed to reach an agreement over a contract extension with the Ghanaian now more out than in at the London Club. Despite Partey’s injury-plagued past seasons, he had a standout campaign last term,…

Head coach of the Black Queens, Kim Lars Bjorkegren, has admitted his side is not among the ‘favourites’ for the delayed 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) but could pull a surprise at the tournament. The Black Queens are yet to win the WAFCON trophy despite being at multiple editions of the continental showpiece. They have, however, reached the final of the tournament on three occasions in 1998, 2002, and 2006. Ghana will be playing at their 13th WAFCON tournament next month, but Bjorkegren doesn’t believe his side is among the favourites to win the title. “Ghana hasn’t won…

Ghana Premier League giants, Asante Kotoko have set their sights on reclaiming domestic glory and making a meaningful impact in Africa, following what the club describes as a deliberate and strategic recruitment process. Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, the club’s Communications Director, Sarfo Duku, revealed that Kotoko have taken their time to scout and sign some of the best talents in Ghana, with plans to blend them with select foreign additions ahead of the new season. “We’ve taken our time to sign the best players from the country and will be combining them with some foreign ones,” Duku stated. He emphasized that…

(Series 1) The Crypto Awakening in AfricaA quiet revolution is reshaping Africa’s financial future. From the trading centers of Accra to the innovation hubs of Nairobi and the tech-savvy circles of Lagos, digital currencies—commonly known as cryptocurrencies—are becoming more than just a trend. They’re transforming how individuals save, spend, invest, and connect across borders. But what exactly is cryptocurrency? At its core, cryptocurrency is a digital form of money that exists entirely online. It operates on blockchain technology—a secure, decentralized system that records transactions transparently and permanently. Unlike traditional currencies controlled by central banks, cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and…

Once hailed as pillars of national development, Ghana’s State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) are now bleeding red, turning from potential profit powerhouses into massive drains on the national purse. A recent deep dive into their financials reveals a shocking decline, with major players like Cocobod, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), and Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) reporting staggering losses between 2016 and 2021. These entities, initially set up to drive economic growth, provide essential services, and rake in revenue for the state, have instead become synonymous with financial distress, raising serious questions about their management and future.…

Just weeks after a much-touted operation by the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) cleared thousands of foreign beggars from Accra’s streets, the capital is witnessing a disheartening resurgence of the very problem it sought to eradicate. The bustling hubs of Circle, Graphic Road, and the stretch from Kaneshie to Accra are once again teeming with foreign nationals openly engaged in street begging, raising serious questions about the effectiveness and sustainability of the GIS’s efforts. On May 16, 2025, the GIS, in an intelligence-led sweep, proudly announced the removal of 2,241 street beggars. Their breakdown was precise: 909 adults (384 males, 525…

In a major win for law enforcement and a sigh of relief for residents, the Ashanti Regional Police Command has busted a sophisticated car theft syndicate that has been terrorizing the Metropolis. The arrests, hailed as a significant breakthrough, were orchestrated by the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) and promise to dismantle a network responsible for a string of targeted vehicle robberies. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, June 23, 2025, Ashanti Regional Police Commander DCOP Mr. Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe revealed the syndicate’s cunning methods. For months, the police have been inundated with reports of individuals being followed and having…

The gloves are well and truly off in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as the battle for the coveted flagbearer position descends into a public spectacle of endorsements, raising questions about genuine support versus political theatrics. The two titans, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Kennedy Agyapong, are locked in a relentless struggle, with former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) and even sitting Members of Parliament becoming pawns in this high-stakes game. Sources close to the NPP hierarchy reveal a bewildering scenario where allegiance appears to be as fluid as the Ghanaian cedi. Just days after reports surfaced of firebrand…

The National Council of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) stands accused of flagrant constitutional breaches following its June 17, 2025 directive, an action widely decried as a “legal misadventure laced with political mischief.” According to Charles McCarthy, a prominent Political Communication Strategist, the Council’s move undermines the very foundational document it swore to uphold, raising serious questions about the party’s commitment to internal democracy and rule of law. McCarthy’s incisive analysis, exclusively obtained by FrontPage Africa, meticulously dissects the constitutional flaws, leaving no room for defense of the Council’s controversial stance. Violation of Article 10(2): Annual Conference Cannot Precede Regional…

A bombshell petition has landed on the desk of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), accusing prominent oil and gas magnate Kevin Okyere and his associates of orchestrating a staggering $90 MILLION fraud The explosive allegations, detailed in a petition filed by Alberto G. Salsiccia, CFO of Petraco Oil Company SA, paint a picture of “organised criminal deception” involving two Ghanaian companies: Springfield Exploration & Production Limited and GMP Energy Limited. The petition, dated May 16, 2025, directly points the finger at Kevin Okyere, who it claims “controls the companies and presents himself as a prominent figure in Ghana’s…