Author: Lamisi
Head coach of Ghana’s Black Queens, Kim Lars Björkegren, has praised his youthful squad following Ghana’s qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), describing the team’s progress as a sign of a promising future. The Swedish coach expressed optimism that the team’s development will continue as they prepare for next year’s continental competition in Morocco. Ghana booked their place at the tournament after defeating Egypt 7–0 on aggregate in the final qualifying round, winning 3–0 away in Cairo and 4–0 in the return leg in Accra. “If you take in a WAFCON, it was a long time…
Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu, head of the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba’s family, has issued a strong warning to journalists, bloggers, and media personalities, urging them to refrain from using insulting or disrespectful language when reporting on matters concerning him and the family. Speaking to reporters after the Kumasi High Court dismissed an injunction application seeking to halt the final funeral rites of the celebrated musician, the Abusuapanyin expressed displeasure over the growing disrespect shown by some sections of the media. “I’m not happy at all. Some of these young media people insult me every day because of this funeral matter.…
The Kumasi High Court has dismissed an injunction application filed by Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, who sought to stop the funeral arrangements of the late Ghanaian highlife legend, Daddy Lumba. Akosua Serwaa had petitioned the court to halt preparations for the funeral, claiming she was the legally recognized wife of the musician under German law. She argued that the family had excluded her from decisions regarding the body and burial rites of the music icon. The court, however, rejected her application, ruling that the funeral could proceed as planned under the guidance of the family head (Abusuapanyin). This decision clears the…
For the first time ever, mosquitoes have been discovered in Iceland, a country long known as one of the few places on Earth free from the insect. Scientists at the Icelandic Institute of Natural History confirmed that three specimens of the mosquito species Culiseta annulata were found in the Kjós area, about 30 kilometers north of the capital, Reykjavík. The discovery marks a historic moment for Iceland, where the cold, rapidly changing climate has traditionally prevented mosquitoes from surviving or reproducing. The insects were captured earlier this month during a routine survey when researchers unexpectedly trapped two females and one…
Nigerian actress and philanthropist Tonto Dikeh has shared her journey of spiritual renewal, revealing that the Holy Spirit delivered her from anger, depression, suicidal thoughts and sexual immorality. In an Instagram post, the former Nollywood star reflected on her past struggles and the transformation she experienced through her faith. She said her encounter with the Holy Spirit brought her peace and self-control after years of emotional turmoil and destructive habits. Tonto Dikeh, who has previously spoken about battling depression and attempting suicide, credited her healing to a deeper relationship with God. She encouraged others to seek spiritual help and not…
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has begun serving a five-year prison sentence after being found guilty of criminal conspiracy in a long-running investigation into alleged illegal financing of his 2007 presidential campaign. The 70-year-old, who led France from 2007 to 2012, was convicted last month by a Paris court, which ruled that he had taken part in a scheme to solicit millions of euros from Libya’s late leader, Muammar Gaddafi, to fund his successful 2007 campaign. Sarkozy has repeatedly denied the allegations, calling the verdict a “judicial scandal.” According to court documents, Sarkozy’s sentence includes two years suspended and three…
South Korean police say they will seek an arrest warrant for a woman accused of setting her apartment building on fire while trying to kill a cockroach with an improvised flamethrower. According to local media reports, the incident occurred on Monday, October 20, in the city of Osan, south of Seoul. The woman, said to be in her 20s, told police she attempted to eliminate the insect using a lighter and a can of flammable spray, a method she admitted to having used before. However, the fire quickly spread to nearby items in her home, engulfing the apartment. Tragically, one…
In a remarkable medical breakthrough, a 65-year-old woman in the United Kingdom played her clarinet while undergoing brain surgery to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Denise Bacon, a music teacher from Crowborough in East Sussex, had struggled to play her beloved instrument for years as the neurological disorder affected her finger movements. Determined to regain her musical ability, she underwent deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery at King’s College Hospital in London. During the four-hour procedure, Denise remained awake while surgeons implanted tiny electrodes into her brain. At key moments, she was handed her clarinet to play so doctors could monitor…
Renowned Ghanaian gospel musician and preacher, Sonnie Badu, has showered praise on Shatta Wale following the phenomenal success of his Shatta Fest concert, held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Accra’s Independence Square. The concert, which also marked the dancehall star’s birthday celebration, drew an extraordinary crowd estimated by some reports to have exceeded 400,000 fans, making it one of the largest music gatherings in Ghana’s history. Fans from across the country thronged the venue, flooding the surrounding streets as Shatta Wale delivered a performance that electrified the capital. Taking to Instagram on Monday, October 20, Sonnie Badu described the…
Award-winning gospel musician Piesie Esther has expressed firm confidence that she will clinch the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) Artist of the Year title if she once again finds herself nominated alongside Black Sherif. The gospel powerhouse, who was one of the strongest contenders for the ultimate prize two years ago, narrowly lost to the “Kweku The Traveller” hitmaker in 2023. However, she says that experience only deepened her faith and determination. Speaking in an interview on Hitz FM, Piesie Esther reflected on that edition of the awards, saying that although she had high hopes of winning, she accepted the…