Emmanuel Ayamga
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World Cup: Qatar’s human rights record dominated headlines. Why’s USA's rampant gun violence not getting same global attention?
Qatar were hounded and badgered over their mistreatment of migrant workers and poor human rights record in the lead up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and rightly so. But with two years to the next tournament, the world seems to have gone silent on the pervasive gun violence in the USA, a country where 385 mass shootings have been recorded in 2024 alone, with a yearly average of 44,000 deaths and 96,000 injured person by guns…
Nigeria’s ‘hostage’ situation in Libya typifies why Africa must stand up to dark arts problem
Mistreatment of away teams in the African game is gradually growing roots and the ordeal faced by Nigeria in Libya not only casts a shadow on African football but also highlights a pressing issue that could turn fatal to players if not checked…
‘Talent is not enough’ – Scouting through the experienced lens of Bojan Krkic Sr
“I worked as a scout at Barcelona for 15 years. A good player generally has to have talent. Without talent, you can’t make it as a professional player. Then there are other things" - Bojan Krkic Sr.
The making of Asamoah Gyan, the premature baby who became Ghana’s greatest scorer
Asamoah Gyan was born premature and had to prove himself several times before finally making his breakthrough. And once he did, he never looked back, rising to become Ghana’s all-time top scorer…
Video: Man United goalie Andre Onana joins viral ‘Lomo lomo’ dance challenge
Cameroon and Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana joined a TikToker to perform the viral dance challenge to KiDi’s hit single ‘Lomo lomo’.
I’m a Lamine Yamal type of player - Barcelona new signing Abdul Aziz Issah
Newly signed Barcelona youngster Abdul Aziz Issah has compared his style of play to the club’s highly-rated prodigy Lamine Yamal.
Cristiano Ronaldo makes history as he reaches 1 billion followers on social media
Cristiano Ronaldo has shattered one more record after becoming the first individual to reach one billion followers across all social media platforms.
‘It’s a pity’ - Otto Addo bemoans possibility of Black Stars playing home qualifiers abroad
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has bemoaned the country’s inability to produce a CAF-standard stadium, describing the situation as a real pity.
KNUST College of Health Sciences aims to raise $10m to boost infrastructure, research
The College of Health Sciences of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) is seeking to raise a sum of $10 million to be invested in making the institution one of the top destinations on the continent.
Femicide: Female athletes who were gruesomely murdered by their partners
Femicide, which refers to the killing of women or girls by their intimate partners or former partners, has been rampant in recent years.
Laryea Kingston lands coaching job in the United States after leaving Black Starlets
Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has staged a return to coaching after taking charge of RPS Academies in the United States (US).
‘A national embarrassment’ - Appiah says Black Stars must never play home games abroad
Ex-Ghana captain Stephen Appiah has hit out at the poor maintenance culture that has left the country with no stadium that meets the requirements to host Category 3 international matches.
Sports Ministry turns to Legon and Accra Stadiums for inspection for Black Stars’ next game
The Sports Ministry has directed the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to ask CAF to inspect the University of Ghana Stadium and the Accra Sports Stadium for possible approval as venues for the Black Stars’ next home game.
No Kudus or Lookman as Jose Mourinho names Africa’s top 2 best players
Despite Mohammed Kudus’ form since moving to the Premier League, Jose Mourinho believes Victor Osimhen and Mohamed Salah are currently Africa’s top two best players.
Photos: Barcelona unveil Ghanaian youngsters David Oduro and Abdul Aziz Issah
Spanish giants FC Barcelona have officially unveiled new signings David Oduro and Abdul Aziz Issah.
Nigeria and 4 countries where Ghana could play home games after Baba Yara Stadium ban
Ghana currently has no stadium good enough to host international matches after CAF withdrew its approval for the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Black Stars to play next home game outside Ghana as CAF declares Baba Yara Stadium unfit
The Black Stars are facing the possibility of playing their home matches outside Ghana after CAF declared the Baba Yara Sports Stadium as unfit to host Category 3 international matches.
Ghana left with no standard stadium as CAF withdraws approval for Baba Yara Stadium
Ghana currently has no stadium that meets the requirements to host category 3 international matches after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) withdrew its approval for the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
‘I’m no longer affiliated to any political party’ - Asamoah Gyan withdraws support for NPP
Ex-Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has withdrawn his support for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), insisting he’s no longer affiliated to any political party.
‘Hell awaits him’ – Netizens react as ex-boyfriend who set Ugandan athlete on fire also dies
Dickson Ndiema, the man who murdered Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei after setting her on fire, has also passed away.
