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Mahama hails Otumfuo Osei Tutu’s contributions towards national development 
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Mahama hails Otumfuo Osei Tutu’s contributions towards national development 

President John Dramani Mahama on Sunday hailed the contributions of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, towards national development.  He praised the Asantehene for his wise counsel and support, which facilitated the achievements in his first term as President.  President Mahama gave the commendations on Sunday when he joined the Otumfuo and Asanteman to celebrate Akwasidae Festival at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.  The President cited some projects that were executed in the Ashanti Region during his first term, such as roads, markets, schools, hospitals, extension of electricity and water to many homes.  President Mahama pledged to consult the Asantehene even more especially at a time Ghanaians were witnessing the worst crisis in Ghana’s history  He al...
Super Clash: Coach Prosper Ogum names Strong Lineup for Game against Hearts of Oak
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Super Clash: Coach Prosper Ogum names Strong Lineup for Game against Hearts of Oak

Kumasi Asante Kotoko coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum has named a strong starting lineup for their crucial clash against arch rivals Hearts of Oak for the Ghana Premier League game at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The lineup from Coach Prosper Ogum is a blend of youth and experience for this highly anticipated Ghana Premier League encounter. This selection showcases a solid defensive setup led by captain Justice Blay, complemented by a dynamic midfield and attack. Mohammed Camara will guard the goal, while key attacking players like Baba Yahaya and Peter Amidu are expected to pose a serious threat to Hearts of Oak’s defense.With a strong bench, Kotoko has ample reinforcements for any situation in this much-anticipated Super Clash fixture. Here is the lineup: 1. Mohammed Camar...
Super Clash: Hearts of Oak Coach Abubakar Ouattara Names 22 Man Squad for Asante Kotoko Clash
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Super Clash: Hearts of Oak Coach Abubakar Ouattara Names 22 Man Squad for Asante Kotoko Clash

Accra Hearts of Oak head coach Abubakar Ouattara has named a strong 22-man squad ahead of the highly anticipated classico clash, against arch rivals Kumasi Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. signaling his intent to bounce back after two tough matches without a point against the Porcupine Warriors, Coach Ouattara expects his side to win the game against in a bid to secure a favorable spot on the Premier League ladder and also claim a bragging right over their counterparts. With his side under pressure following recent struggles, Ouattara will be looking to this balanced squad to deliver a much-needed result in this crucial match. Below is a Full Squad Breakdown: Goalkeepers: • Benjamin Asare • Akwasi Nketia Defenders: • Samue...
Super Clash: Check Stats and current form of both Kotoko and Hearts ahead of Sunday’s game in Kumasi
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Super Clash: Check Stats and current form of both Kotoko and Hearts ahead of Sunday’s game in Kumasi

The highly anticipated Super Clash between Ghanaian giants Kumasi Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak will unfold this Sunday at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. Both teams are eager to claim bragging rights in this iconic Ghanaian rivalry. Current Form: 1. Kumasi Asante Kotoko: • Kotoko has had mixed results recently, including 3 wins in their last 6 matches. • They are currently 10th in the league standings with 40 points . • Kotoko’s strength at home will be key, as they look to build on recent wins . 2. Accra Hearts of Oak: • Hearts have struggled, losing 67% of their last 6 matches . • They sit 12th on the table with 38 points. • Hearts will be keen to turn their form around and climb the league standings . Head-to-Head Stats: • Historically, matches...
“We Will Vote Bawumia To Honour You” Asanteman Affirms Pres Akufo-Addo’s Support And Good Relationship With Them
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“We Will Vote Bawumia To Honour You” Asanteman Affirms Pres Akufo-Addo’s Support And Good Relationship With Them

In separate engagements with the Asante Regional House of Chiefs at Manhyia and the people of the region on radio earlier today, Asanteman came to a standstill with euphoric scenes of gratitude upon the arrival of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, as part of his three-day tour of the Asante region. Before heading to Manhyia to meet His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu, President Akufo-Addo, was met with thunderous shouts of “Free Education”, “Nana Y3 da wase” and Number One” echoeing resoundingly all over the area as deafening decibels of a pumped up and grateful Kumasi population displayed their readiness to continue the enduring legacy of President Akufo-Addo by voting massively for Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.The President was on a scheduled visit to Hello FM for a radio engage...
Chiefs And Queenmothers Of Ashanti Region Name Akufo-Addo “Precious President”; Urge Asanteman Not To Repeat The Kufuor Mistake
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Chiefs And Queenmothers Of Ashanti Region Name Akufo-Addo “Precious President”; Urge Asanteman Not To Repeat The Kufuor Mistake

Chiefs and Queenmothers of the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs, have as a result of the the massive developmental projects and the cordial relationship esta named Akufo-Addo as their “Precious President.” President of the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs”, Mamponghene and occupant of the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, said, throughout the storied history of the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs, no sitting President has given true meaning to the saying that traditional leaders are key agents of development in any democratic dispensation than President Akufo-Addo.“Since he became President, and even when he wasn’t, President Akufo-Addo has related and treated not just this House but all Houses of Chiefs and traditional authority in general, with profound resp...
President Akufo-Addo Commissions Four District Hospitals In Ashanti Region
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President Akufo-Addo Commissions Four District Hospitals In Ashanti Region

The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has on Monday, 25 November 2024, commissioned four(4) of the five(5), 40-bed District Hospitals in the Ashanti region. The four District Hospitals in the Ashanti region are located at, Drobonso in the Sekyere Afram Plains District; Sabronum, in the Ahafo Ano South East District; Twedie, in the Atwima Kwanwoma District and Suame, in the Suame Municipal area. The district hospital at Manso Nkwanta, in the Amansie West District, is also complete but yet to be commissioned.It will be recalled that in 2020, the Health Minister Kwaku Agyeman Manu, broke the ground for work to commence on the construction of twelve 40-bed Hospitals in Ashanti, Eastern, Greater Accra regions and one Polyclinic at Mim, in the Brong Ahafo region.Construc...
Manhyia receives 28 more looted artefacts
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Manhyia receives 28 more looted artefacts

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, The Asantehene, has taken delivery of 28 gold artefacts looted during the Sagrenti War at a grand durbar at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. This formed part of activities to make the 100th anniversary celebration of the return King Prempeh I from exile. Representative of AngloGold Ashanti who purchased the artefacts from an art collector at West African works in 1922, handed over the ornaments to the King of Asante, bringing the total number of restituted Asante artifacts from the British plunder in the 1900s to 67. The symbolic artifacts from South Africa include linguist staff, swords, palace security locks, rings, necklaces, and proverbial gold-weights depicting crocodiles and gold scandals. Leading the official handover at the Durbar were Mr. Stewart Bai...
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