Author: Richmond Ampofo Fordjour

Ghana Premier League side Asante Kotoko has announced the appointment of Abdul Karim Zito as its new Technical Director and Interim Head Coach, pending the appointment of a substantive head coach. He will be assisted by Prince Yaw Owusu, while Malik Jabir assumes the role of Technical Advisor following the dismissal of Prosper Narteh Ogum as Head Coach on April 21, 2025. In a statement, the club revealed that these changes are part of major reforms to its technical leadership, aligned with its strategic plan to ensure sustained competitive success. “Asante Kotoko SC is pleased to announce key changes to…

Former Vice President and Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party in the 2024 elections, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed his condolences to the Catholic community in Ghana and around the world following the passing of Pope Francis. In a post on X, he eulogized the leadership of the late Pope, highlighting his compassion, humility, and inclusivity. “The late Pope was a man of unwavering peace and compassion. He lived a life of inclusiveness and humility, which was admired by many around the world,” he stated. He further reminisced about his visit to the Vatican a year ago, describing their meeting…

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his condolences to the Roman Catholic Church and all its adherents in Ghana following the passing of Pope Francis. In a post on X, President Mahama commiserated with the Catholic community, eulogizing the leadership role of the late Pope. “The world woke up to the sad news of Pope Francis’ passing. On behalf of my family and the people of Ghana, I extend heartfelt condolences to the Roman Catholic Church and all Catholic faithful in Ghana during this time of profound grief,” he stated. He further reminisced about fond moments he and his wife,…

The Italian football league has postponed today’s fixtures following the passing of Pope Francis. In a statement, Lega Serie A confirmed that matches in both Serie A and Primavera 1 have been rescheduled. “Following the passing of His Holiness, Lega Nazionale Professionisti Serie A can confirm that today’s league games in Serie A and Primavera 1 have been postponed. The dates for the rescheduled fixtures will be announced in due course,” the statement read. Top-flight matches affected by the decision include Parma vs Juventus, Genoa vs Lazio, Cagliari vs Fiorentina, and Torino vs Udinese. News of the Pope’s death has…

Pope Francis, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88 in the early hours of today, at 7:35 a.m. The Vatican confirmed the heartbreaking news in a video statement from Santa Marta delivered by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber. “Dear brothers and sisters, it is with profound sadness that I must announce the death of our Holy Father, Francis.At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father.His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church. He taught us…

Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, is set to lead Ghana’s delegation to the 2025 IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings scheduled for April 21, 2025, in Washington, DC. He will be involved in high-level engagements on matters concerning the global economy, job creation, energy access, and food security. He will also hold discussions with development partners and international financial institutions, with a key focus on meeting the Managing Director of the IMF, Kristalina Georgieva. He is further expected to meet representatives from financial institutions such as the Paris Club, credit rating agencies, the U.S. Treasury, and other key stakeholders. In…

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, alongside key leaders of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the party’s Minority Caucus in Parliament, met at the Rock City Hotel in Kwahu, April 2, 2025, to reflect on past experiences and outline a strategic roadmap for victory in the 2028 general elections. The high-level meeting saw the presence of prominent figures such as the 2024 Presidential Candidate of the party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia; Presidential Aspirant Kennedy Agyapong; Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin; and other influential party members. According to The1957News’ sources at the meeting, discussions reportedly centered on the party’s performance in the…

The Ghana Dancer’s Festival Awards 2025 has opened nominations, inviting all dancers, choreographers, and dance professionals to submit their works for consideration for this year’s grand awards ceremony, slated for July 2025. Nominations were officially opened on February 28, 2025, and will run until March 28, 2025. Once nominations are closed, a panel of judges, consisting of experts from the dance industry, will review the submissions and select the finalists for each category. The winners will then be announced at the grand finale scheduled to take place in July. The highly anticipated event is a platform dedicated to recognizing excellence,…

Love is a complex emotion, often defying logic and expectations. Silent Beads, a popular relationship platform on social media, has become a haven for sharing real-life love stories that challenge conventional notions of romance. Through its narratives, Silent Beads offers a window into the raw, unfiltered experiences of love, heartbreak, and redemption. Here are five stories from Silent Beads that will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about love. 1. 𝐘𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐈𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 This unforgettable story on Silent Beads talks about a young lady who met a dreamer in Jay and built her life around him. Jay was like a butterfly…

Five young Ghanaians have secured full scholarships through the ALX Pathway program to study technology and business at the prestigious African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE) in Mauritius. The five scholars—Nadia Akua Nsiah Dame, Halimatu Sadia Mohammed, Sherif Mohammed, Princess Nhyira Addai, and Arjuna Caleb Gyan—were part of a pool of 20 exceptional scholars selected from across the continent. This is a remarkable achievement for young Ghanaian talent competing for limited global scholarship opportunities. The scholarship package includes full tuition, a monthly stipend, transportation, a personal laptop, and three daily meals, ensuring recipients can focus on their education without…