We will beat Hearts of Oak hands down - Caleb Amankwaah

Aduana Stars will host Accra Hearts of Oak in the 2020/2021 Ghana Premier League opener on Saturday at the Nana Agyemang Badu II  Park.

It will be the first time football has been played in the domestic league since March 2020 when the coronavirus pandemic forced the Ghana Football Association to abandon the 2019/2020 league season.

"It will never happen for Hearts of Oak to grind results at Dormaa. We will beat them hands down without fear or favor," he told Light FM.

"We have prepared very well for this season and surely will achieve our target of winning the league. That's our main priority."

"Elvis Opoku's exclusion from our squad this season won't affect us in any way. We equally have good players to replace him."

"We are still in talks for my contract renewal and hopefully will see what happens."

Matches between the two sides at Dormaa have always been a crowed puller and a keenly contested one. Statistics have shown that Aduana Sars versus Hearts of Oak games is one of the most viewed ties in the domestic calendar but this time the stadium will only accommodate only 25% spectators.

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I prophesied Rawlings' death - Nigel Gaisie

Founder of Prophetic Hill Chapel, Prophet Nigel Gaisie has said the prophecy he gave about the family of the longest-serving leader in Ghana during his annual 31st watch night service was on Rawlings.

According to him, he spoke figuratively to avoid attacks on both his personality and the prophetic declaration.

In an interview with Accra FM Thursday, November 12, 2020, the prophet said “I seek the face of the Lord anytime the year is about to end at Adumfa. Among the prophecies for the year, God said we should pray for Rawlings and his household but because of the attacks on me and my prophecies, I decided to speak in figurative expression.”

"People would have burnt my church if I had come out to say that former President Rawlings will die,” he stated.

Prophet Nigel Gaisie further said Rawlings’ death could have been prevented but it’s rather unfortunate he passed away.

“Everyone knows that God spoke through me on this prophecy and it has come to pass but it is unfortunate… The bible said the Lord reveals to be redeemed..."

Meanwhile, he has called on the nation to pray for the deceased's wife, Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings to prevent bizarre situations.

On December 31, 2019, Nigel during a church service said darkness was hovering around the wife of a former president. He however was not emphatic what that really meant.

He said: "I saw a former president who has lived and ruled for long... In fact, nobody can enjoy such a reign again. I saw darkness around her wife. Let's pray for her wife.

"If she's hearing me or she'll watch, a prophetess prayed for her. I saw a cloud of darkness. I know the name but I have spoken figuratively."

Jerry John Rawlings passed away at the Cardiothoracic Unit of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital Thursday, November 12, 2020, around 10 am.

President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that a state burial will be held for the ex-president.

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Comm. Police Officers threaten to vote out govt over unpaid allowance

Some Community Police Assistants under the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) have vowed to vote against the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) government if their Exit Fund is not given to them.

Per their concerns captured on their Platforms on WhatsApp, Facebook and Telegram, the personnel indicated that if the management of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) led by Lawyer Justin Kodua Frimpong refuses to pay their money within this month as promised, they’ll wage a media war to fight for their demands.

They claimed only 10% of the beneficiaries have been paid despite the incessant calls on them to release their monies.

The leadership of the group said per their appointment letter, the management told them they will be paid GH¢350.00 and GH¢5 will be deducted as Insurance Premium against Personal accident, injury, and risk associated with their engagement as well as GH¢45.00 as their beneficiary Exit Fund at the end of their Engagement.

They insist YEA owed most of the beneficiaries arrears of their allowances for some months, pleading with the President to come into their aid by paying them.

Source: Kasapa FM

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FIFA mourns with Ghana on the passing of former President J.J Rawlings

World football governing body FIFA has written a letter commiserating with the Ghana Football Association on the death of former Ghana President Jerry John Rawlings.

His demise occurred on Thursday 12th November 2020 at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital after a short illness.

Since his demise glowing tributes have been pouring in from across the world and FIFA has joined with their message of condolence.

In a letter addressed to the GFA President Kurt Okraku and signed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and his secretary Fatima Samoura:

''It was with emotion and sadness that we learned of the passing of His Excellency Jerry Rawlings, former President of the Republic of Ghana.

''Tributes are flowing from the African continent and elsewhere to salute his memory, and we would like herewith to join them.

''As President over the destiny of Ghana from 1993 to 2001, statesman recognized for his passion, discipline and values, charismatic leader having liberalised Ghana's economy, encouraging investment in key economic sectors, H.E Jerry Rawlings will not be forgotten.

''On behalf of the members of the international football community, we wish to extend our deepest condolences to the Ghana Football Association, to your government, and to the Ghanaian people in these difficult times.''

 

 

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Residents of Sekondi-Takoradi express shock over Rawlings’ death

Residents of Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis on Thursday expressed shock and dismay over the demise of former President Jerry John Rawlings at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital after a brief illness.

Many were seen in small groups discussing the sad news and reminiscing his lively moments with some of his popular speeches.

The news has been a big blow to Ghanaians across the country as they consider his death sudden and untimely.

The mood in the Metropolis has been solemn after the people heard the news around 1230 hours.

In tears, Madam Mary Kumi, a trader at the Takoradi Market Circle, told the Ghana News Agency that it was a sad day for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the entire nation.

"Rawlings was a gallant man and full of life even at age 73 and this has left me in a state of dismay after hearing the news of his passing," she said.

Madam Kumi said she vividly recalled his jolly nature and infectious smiles at his last birthday not long ago.

She expressed worry and concern for the wife and family and prayed that the Lord would strengthen them in these difficult moments.

Julius Kwofie, a driver, said death was inevitable and no matter a person's status in life, he or she would leave the earth one day.

"We need to accept it as a cycle of life that everyone would pass through at a point though it's painful".

He expressed his condolences to the family and prayed that the Lord gives him rest.

Madam Ekua Simpson, a resident, expressed shock over the news, saying: "2020 has been a year full of surprises but God knows best. This is indeed a sad moment for all Ghanaians.”

Mavis Acquah, a school teacher, summed up her words with psalm 90:12, "Teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom".

She said everyone would exit this world at a point in time and ”the death of a person merely reminds us that our life on earth is just but a journey.”

Justina Paaga, the Regional Manager of the Ghana News Agency, said it was a sad day for Ghana and a big loss to the nation.

"Oh God, to think that he recently buried his mother of 101 years… May his gentle soul rest in peace,” she added.

Adjoa Nyamewaa told the GNA that she could not believe the news upon hearing it and had to wait for some time to calm her nerves before she could accept it.

She eulogized the former President and said it was sad that Ghana was losing such a person at a crucial election period, and expressed her condolences to the NDC and the bereaved family.

Source: GNA

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C.K Akonnor shower praises on Kotoko defender Christopher Nettey after debut

Black Stars coach C.K Akonnor has showered praises on one of his debutants during Thursday's two nil victory over Sudan in the AFCON 2021 qualifier played at the Cape Coast Stadium.

Asante Kotoko defender Christopher Nettey was handed his first ever start by the coach and put in an impressive performance.

The defender was replaced later in the second half by Nicholas Opoku after lasting 69 minutes in the game.

Nettey was not part of the initial 23 man squad that was invited by the coach but was drafted into the team with a spate of withdrawals from the squad.

Speaking after the game, the gaffer says there were a number of positives to pick from the win which included Nettey's performance.

“There are a number of positives to pick from the game. A player like Nettey played for the first time and he did well. All he needs is another chance.”

Ghana will play against Sudan in the reverse fixture on Tuesday in the second leg of the AFCON qualifier.

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You served your generation well - Bishop Agyinasare eulogises Rawlings

Founder and General Overseer of the Perez Chapel Bishop Charles Agyinasare has said the late former President Jerry John Rawlings served the nation well.

In a short message on his official Facebook wall, the man of God said the late Rawlings served his generation well.

Former President John Rawlings died on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.

Mr Rawlings had been on admission at Korle Bu for about a week for an undisclosed ailment.

Tributes from politicians, men of God, and celebrities have poured in for the late former head of state.

Bishop Agyinasare in his short message said:” Fare thee well our former President Flt. Lt Jerry John Rawlings. You served your generation.”

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