Samuel Etoâ??o Fils, President of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), has publicly backed Sadio Mané as a strong contender for the African Footballer of the Year award.Mané played a pivotal role in Senegalâ??s historic second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph, guiding the Lions of Teranga to victory over hosts and tournament favourites Morocco on Sunday at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.The Al Nassr forward showcased his leadership in a tense moment

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Government, through the Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC), is moving to bring the largely informal scrap metal trade under regulation – a shift that authorities say is necessary to curb theft, improve data collection and secure supplies for domestic steel producers which rely heavily on recycled metal. The […] The post Gov’t tightens

Spanish La Liga side Villarreal CF have entered the race to sign Ghanaian forward Abdul Fatawu Issahaku.The highly rated winger has been a standout performer for Leicester City in the ongoing Championship campaign, contributing five goals and seven assists in 26 appearances for the former Premier League champions.Premier League sides Sunderland and AFC Bournemouth have already shown strong interest in the former Sporting CP attacker, with Villarreal now emerging as the latest club

Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea has refuted claims that he cheated Nigeria in their semifinal game against Morocco in teh just ended 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. Laryea has been attacked by fans of the Super Eagles following the defeat to the hosts of the tournament, with some sections of the fans accusing him of being biased in his decision-making.However, the experienced referee rejected those claims, stressing that he remained professional throughout the

Top Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea has firmly dismissed allegations that he favoured hosts Morocco during their AFCON 2025 semi-final victory over Nigeria, insisting he carried out his duties with professionalism and strict adherence to the laws of the game.The experienced official has come under heavy criticism from sections of Nigerian fans following the Super Eaglesâ?? defeat, with accusations circulating on social media that his decisions influenced the outcome of the

A leading research and public policy think tank, CUTS International Accra, is calling on the government toestablish an Accra City Transportation Authority to regulate, plan, and coordinate transportation across the capital city. The call follows growing commuter hardship, worsening rush hour chaos, and weak coordination created by the fragmentation of the old Accra Metropolitan Assembly […] The post CUTS

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Activists are calling for Kotoka International Airport to be renamed, citing the coup origins of Gen. E.K. Kotoka, which they say directly contradicts the democratic values the nation espouses and the spirit on which the nation was founded. Speaking to the media in Accra, the campaign’s convenor, Steven Nhyira Odarteifio, raised […] The post Gateway

Kasali Akangbe Ogun, who came from a long line of wood carvers and wanted to preserve local traditions, has been buried following his death after a brief illness.

For some time now, The Chronicle has observed an increasingly common practice in Accra, the refusal by some traders, transport operators, passengers and trotro mates to accept 10 pesewa and 20 pesewa coins, even though these coins remain legal tender in Ghana. Street vendors decline them outright, while in public transport, passengers are often compelled […] The post Editorial: Traders & Troto

Former Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), Solomon Asamoah, has maintained that there is documentary evidence showing that the GIIF Board approved a US$2 million investment for the Accra Sky Train Project. This position was put before the Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra on Monday during cross-examination of […] The post Asamoah insists

Anu Adeleke, the young woman whose mother has long claimed she was fathered by Afrobeats star Davido, has asked the singer to take a DNA test to confirm her paternity. In a message shared online, Anu explained why she decided to speak out now. “I am a bit late into the 15th day of the […] The post I want a DNA test –Anu Adeleke to Davido appeared first on The

The Newmont Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF) has invested GH¢42.8 million in educational scholarships for 14,307 beneficiaries from its ten host communities in the Ahafo Region since its establishment in 2008. The scholarship programme has supported 7,862 tertiary students, 5,042 senior high school learners and 1,403 apprentices trained in varied vocational and technical skills. Beneficiaries were […] The post NADeF

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has revealed that Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy faced unexpected challenges upon arriving at a Moroccan airport recently on his way to headline the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat. The CAF President disclosed during a recent press conference that the Nigerian music star was held […] The post Burna

The Crystal Chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (FGBMFI) has officially inaugurated its new executive committee to lead the fellowship for the 2026 year, marking a new chapter of leadership, service, and spiritual commitment. The inauguration ceremony took place on Thursday, January 15, 2026, and was formally conducted by the Field Representative, […] The post Crystal

Countries such as Germany, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and even Ghana’s neighbour, Côte d’Ivoire, operate efficient urban transport systems. These systems are characterised by scheduled buses and trains, regulated fares, and reduced congestion; all designed to minimise hardship for commuters. Ghana’s experience, however, stands in sharp contrast. Urban transport in Accra and other cities is […] The post Feature:

Kylian Mbappe has urged Real Madrid fans to refrain from singling out Vinicius Jr for the club’s woes, insisting the blame for their stuttering form rests on the entire team. The France forward appealed for unity ahead of Real’s Champions League clash at home to Monaco on Tuesday, after tensions at the Santiago Bernabeu reached […] The post Mbappe calls on fans to

In a sensational final at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Pape Gueye netted a stunning individual effort in the fourth minute of extra-time to win the game for Senegal. However, the goal came after Senegal – instructed by head coach Pape Thiaw – temporarily refused to play the match. Thiaw was left reeling in second-half stoppage […] The post Infantino slams ‘ugly scenes’

Senegal’s reserve goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf has joked about his unique role of protecting his team-mate’s towel in his side’s chaotic Afcon final victory on Sunday. Diouf, 26, was an unused substitute during the final in Rabat but played a key role in Senegal’s second continental triumph in five years amid extraordinary circumstances. In the torrential […] The post Senegal

Matchday19 of the Ghana Premier League produced a weekend defined by fine margins, defensive discipline and crucial results at both ends of the table, as teams battled for momentum, heading into the second half of the season. Nations 1–0 Aduana Nations FC continued their impressive home form with a hard-earned victory over Aduana FC in […] The post Matchday 19 of Ghana Premier