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  • Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum: Marathon world record holder dies in road accident

    Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum: Marathon world record holder dies in road accident

    Kenya’s 24-year-old Kelvin Kiptum, the current world record holder in the men’s marathon, passed away in a car accident in his native nation, a Kenyan athletics official confirmed to the BBC.

    He was killed in an automobile on a road close to Eldoret, Rwanda, along with his coach, Gervais Hakizimana.

    In 2023, Kiptum surfaced as an adversary of fellow Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge.

    In October of last year, he ran the 26.1 miles in Chicago, breaking Kipchoge’s world record in two hours and 35 seconds.

    His squad just revealed last week that he would try to run the course in under two hours at the Rotterdam marathon, which has never been accomplished in a public competition.

    Former prime minister and leader of the Kenyan opposition, Raila Odinga, said on X that the nation was mourning “a remarkable individual… and Kenyan athletics icon” and that it had lost “a true hero.”

    World Athletics president Sebastian Coe paid tribute to the young man, calling him “an incredible athlete leaving an incredible legacy, we will miss him dearly.”

    The rise to fame for the father-of-two had been rapid – he only ran his first full marathon in 2022.

    Four years prior, he had participated in his first significant competition while wearing borrowed shoes because he could not afford his own.

    He was one of a new generation of Kenyan athletes who started their careers on the road, departing from the custom of athletes initially competing on the track before moving on to longer distances.

    Last year, Kiptum told the BBC that his unconventional decision was merely the result of a lack of funding.

    He clarified, “I had no money to travel to track sessions.”

    Source | BBC News

  • Police detain four more suspects in the murder of the CEO of “Jirapa Dubai”

    Police detain four more suspects in the murder of the CEO of “Jirapa Dubai”

    In relation to the passing of Mr Eric Johnson, CEO of the Royal Cosy Hills Hotel in the Upper West Region—also known as “Jirapa Dubai”—the Ghana Police Service has detained four more suspects.

    The police report states that on Sunday, February 11, Mr. Eric Johnson was discovered dead in a pool of blood in one of the hotel rooms.

    Since then, the Police have started looking into the incident. An individual was previously placed under arrest to aid in the investigation.

    “Dookuuri Fausta, Braimah Kasim, Beyuo Felix, and Michael Klugey, who are all employees of the Cossy Hill Hotel, are in Police custody assisting the investigation along with suspect Kumbata Kwaku who was earlier arrested,” the Police stated, providing an update to the public on their investigation.

    In order to help the police with their investigation, this raises the total number of suspects to five.

    “The police statement concluded that the investigation is still ongoing with the goal of bringing the perpetrator(s) to justice.”

    Background
    The alleged murder of the business mogul was made known to the public in a Facebook post by one Kennedy Mornah, a reporter from the region. It is believed that Mr. Mornah has a close relationship with the deceased CEO.

    ”Owner of Jirapa Dubai allegedly murdered? How did we get here? A very sad way indeed to begin the year,” Kennedy Mornah posted on Facebook.

    Meanwhile, some unconfirmed reports are connecting the gruesome murder of Mr. Johnson to chieftaincy issues in the Jirapa District, where the deceased hails from.

    According to reports, Mr. Eric Johnson was allegedly complicit in a plot to force the Jirapa traditional area’s residents to elect a certain individual as chief.

    The move by Mr. Johnson, according to reports, infuriated certain members of the royal family, who petitioned him along with other family members and the Tendaaba, who were plotting to name a chief for the traditional area.

    “Mr Eric Johnson should be advised not to gamble with the peace of the Naa Angsoleh Aanaa/Naa Yelpoe Royal families,” portions of the petition read.

    “They, therefore, call on all families to rise against Eric Johnson’s naked conduct,” the statement continued. “This is likely to breach the stool and, by extension, the PARAMOUNTCY’s current peace.” Additionally, we would like to clarify that the Jirapa Chieftaincy stool will be given to the highest bidder and is not up for sale.

  • Ivory Coast defeats Nigeria to win the AFCON championship

    Ivory Coast defeats Nigeria to win the AFCON championship

    A thrilling come-from-behind victory on home soil helped Ivory Coast defeat Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.

    With just nine minutes remaining, the team’s standout player, Sebastien Haller, scored the game-winning goal to seal the nation’s third continental crown.

    Simon Adingra’s cross was expertly flicked in by Haller, who had earlier scored the winner of the semi-final, using the tip of his boot. This goal brought the incredible comeback from the second half to a close and sent the home crowd into joyous celebrations.

    With a strong header from a corner kick by William Troost-Ekong, Nigeria had taken the lead in the first half.

    Franck Kessie, however, tied the score in the 62nd minute by nodding in Adingra’s corner unmarked after the Nigerian defence erred.

    Despite some impressive performances during the tournament, Nigeria failed to impose themselves throughout much of the match.

    Ivory Coast, on the other hand, dominated the game and deservedly won.

    With this accomplishment, Ivory Coast has now won three Nations Cups, having previously won in 1992 and 2015.

    Remarkably, they are the first host country to win since Egypt did so in 2006.

    The team’s remarkable wins over Senegal and Mali were largely attributed to interim coach Emerse Fae, who led the group through the knockout stages.

  • Incredible performance at MOBO Awards by Ghanaian young Star, King Promise & Camidoh (Video)

    Incredible performance at MOBO Awards by Ghanaian young Star, King Promise & Camidoh (Video)

    On February 7, 2024, at the MOBO Awards, Ghanaian musical sensations Camidoh and King Promise stole the show.

    Along with showcasing their talent, their electrifying joint performance—which included hits like “Sugarcane” and “Terminator”—solidified their status as two of Ghana’s top Afrobeat performers.

    A memorable moment was created at the MOBO Awards stage by their amazing stage presence, contagious energy, and effortless chemistry, which connected with the crowd.

    Take a look at their performance below.

  • Breaking: Access Bank CEO, Herbert Wigwe, dies with wife, son in helicopter crash (Video)

    Breaking: Access Bank CEO, Herbert Wigwe, dies with wife, son in helicopter crash (Video)

    Herbert Wigwe, the group chief executive officer of Access Holdings Plc, died following his involvement in a tragic helicopter crash close to the California-Nevada border.

    The Will states that at the time of the Friday night accident, Wigwe, his wife, son, and three other people were on board the helicopter.

    The Eurocopter EC130 helicopter crashed near Nipton, California, an unincorporated community located about 60 miles south of Las Vegas in eastern San Bernardino County, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The crash occurred at around 10 p.m. local time.

    According to reports from the New York Times, authorities were unable to locate any survivors as of Saturday morning. As per sources, the US government has verified that every passenger is dead.

  • Shatta Wale promises to support Funny Face, Moesha with cars (Video)

    Shatta Wale promises to support Funny Face, Moesha with cars (Video)

    The multi-award-winning Ghanaian dancehall and reggae artist Charles Nii Armah Mensah, better known by his stage name Shatta Wale, has revealed his intentions to assist his troubled colleagues Moesha Boduong and Funny Face.

    The “On God” hitmaker claims that he intends to buy two Shaxi vehicles, which they will use for six months of online ride-hailing services.

    This will give them a stable source of income, he claimed.

    According to the well-known crooner, Shaxi cars bring in between GH¢800 and GH¢1200 per week, which helps relieve the two celebrities who are in need of money.

    In order to finalise the arrangements, Shatta announced that he has given his manager, Sammy Flex, the immediate task of getting in touch with the Funny Face and Moesha management.

    Shatta referred to Moesha as a sister and stated that it is his duty to lessen the financial strain on her family.

    Funny Face, who gained notoriety for his humorous roles in Ghanaian films, has seen his personal and financial situation deteriorate as a result of a public spat with his baby mama. He recently expressed on social media how his unstable financial situation prevents him from seeing his twin daughters.

    Popular actress and social media influencer Moesha Boduong has also been in the news, but for a different reason. Following her stroke, her family started a GoFundMe page to help pay for her medical expenses. Many people are now wondering how fleeting fame and fortune really are in light of the incident.

    Watch the video below;

  • Ghanaian dance artists Afronita, Abigail represent Ghana on BGT

    Ghanaian dance artists Afronita, Abigail represent Ghana on BGT

    Ghanaian dancers Afronita and the adorable Abigail from TV3 Talented Kids are flying the national flag proudly on Britain Got Talent, the country’s largest stage.
    Afronita and Abigail, two remarkable performers who proudly represent Ghana, have taken centre stage on Britain’s Got Talent, captivating audiences with their amazing skills.

    In addition to showcasing themselves, these gifted talents are placing Ghana on the global map as a centre for exceptional artistic expression as they continue to make waves on Britain’s Got Talent.

    Aspiring artists in Ghana can take inspiration from Afronita and Abigail, who show that goals can surpass national boundaries and connect with audiences around the world.

    Their experience on Britain’s Got Talent is a celebration of Ghana’s rich cultural legacy and the country as a whole, as well as a personal accomplishment for each individual.

    Globally, Ghanaians are uniting in support of Afronita and Abigail, expressing gratitude for their accomplishments and anticipating their continued rise in the competition.

    A testament to the universality of art and its capacity to unite people in an increasingly interconnected world is the presence of Ghanaian talent on such a significant platform.

    The rising star recently broke up with her previous dance company, DWP Academy, in an effort to build her own identity.

    See images below:

  • LGBTQ+ activists face 3 to 5 years jail term, parliament approves

    LGBTQ+ activists face 3 to 5 years jail term, parliament approves

    A minimum of three years and a maximum of five years in prison have been approved by Parliament for the deliberate promotion, sponsorship, or support of LGBTQ+ activities.

    Additionally, those found guilty of the act could face a minimum sentence of six months and a maximum sentence of three years.

    During the parliamentary session, Samuel Nartey George, a prominent supporter of the bill and the Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, gave an explanation of the clause-by-clause revision of the bill aimed at promoting appropriate human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values.

    “The establishment of an advocacy for the promotion of the activities—something Ghanaians are against—was what caused the confusion. What you do in your bedroom is of no interest to anyone. Thus, a minimum sentence of six months and a maximum sentence of three years await anyone found guilty of the act on February 7.

    However, the minimum sentence for anyone intentionally promoting, sponsoring, or endorsing the agenda is three years, and the maximum sentence is five years.

    On July 5, 2023, Parliament unanimously approved the Bill’s second reading and incorporated a few minor changes recommended by the Committee on Constitutional, Legal, and Parliamentary Affairs.
    Former President Mahama on LGBTQ 

    Former president Mahama, who also serves as the head of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has declared his religious opposition to LGBTQ people.

    Speaking to a group of clergymen in the Eastern Region, the former president made it apparent where he stood on the contentious issue.

    He declared, “I am a member of the Assemblies of God, and I believe in my faith, and my faith is against LGBTQ people. This is because my faith does not support gay marriages.”

    In order to ensure that the Ghanaian Family Values Bill and the Proper Human Sexual Rights Bill, which are presently before parliament, are passed, the former president has called on the government to collaborate with the legislature.

  • I stayed out of the 2020 elections, I will do the same this year – Akwaboah

    I stayed out of the 2020 elections, I will do the same this year – Akwaboah

    Multiple award winning highlife musician Akwaboah has revealed that he abstained from the 2020 general elections, which resulted in President Akufo-Addo being re-elected for a second term.

    In an interview with Accra FM, the artist claimed that political candidates who are elected to office “eventually come into power and misuse government money” because they fail to keep their campaign promises.

    He has decided not to cast a ballot in the general elections this year because of this.

    In response to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP flagbearer, who made promises during his lecture on Wednesday regarding tax breaks for the creative arts sector and the launch of new streaming platforms, Akwaboah emphasised that these are just political campaign ploys.

    “We have heard these assurances countless times. It is not only him. He stated on Thursday’s midmorning show on Accra FM, “Anybody who wants political power says the same or something similar, thinking that is what would get them needed attention from the creative arts sector.”

    He bemoaned the fact that certain slick claims frequently work to persuade the electorate’s less knowledgeable members.

    Because “typical Ghanaians are too shy and cower from asking questions” about the ideas and utterances of leaders who are either aspiring or substantive, the situation is made worse.

    He claims that instead of evaluating the validity of promises made by aspirant leaders, Ghanaians are more impressed by charisma and “English proficiency.”

    According to him, this compels people to vote based on “kinship, ethnic, and tribal lines.”

    He elaborated, saying, “I will not say I believe [Dr. Bawumia] or not; we are just hoping that he will keep his promises.”

    When asked if he would join other voters to the polls on December 7. The singer definitively replied, “no,” and disclosed that he did not vote in the general elections of 2020.

    In an attempt to become the next president, the leaders of the two major political parties have started their separate campaigns across the nation.

  • Black Sherif brings heat, drops a new single ‘Zero’ feat. Mabel (Watch)

    Black Sherif brings heat, drops a new single ‘Zero’ feat. Mabel (Watch)

    Rapper and singer Black Sherif of Ghana recently dropped his newest song, “Zero,” which features the gifted musician Mabel. With a distinctive sound and impactful lyrics, this collaboration has produced a serene bliss with a hint of edge that captivates listeners.

    Black Sherif’s remarkable musical talents are on full display in “Zero,” where he blends his singing and rapping talents to create an enthralling performance. The song examines themes of fortitude, tenacity, and the capacity to overcome obstacles. Black Sherif’s verses are perfectly complemented by Mabel’s soulful vocals, creating a song that strikes a chord with listeners.

    Both music critics and fans have praised Black Sherif and Mabel’s collaboration on “Zero.” Hip-hop, R&B, and Afrobeat components are all combined in this song, which has received recognition for its distinctive genre mashup. It demonstrates Black Sherif’s versatility as a musician and his aptitude for trying out various sounds.

    “Zero,” with its infectious beats and memorable hooks, has swiftly gained popularity. An inspirational song for anyone attempting to overcome adversity and accomplish their goals, the lyrics are relatable and convey a strong message to listeners.

    The ascent to prominence of Black Sherif has been nothing short of extraordinary. His previous hits, including “Money” and “Second Sermon,” have made him a highly promising young artist in Ghana. His work on “Zero” with Mabel further establishes his standing in the music business and highlights his potential for global success.

    In summary, Black Sherif’s partnership with Mabel on the song “Zero” is evidence of his artistic ability and originality. Strong lyrics, enthralling melodies, and soulful vocals come together in this song to create an incredibly memorable musical experience. “Zero,” with its enthusiastic reception and rising fame, is definitely a song that will keep making waves in the music business.

    Watch Black Sherif – Zero ft. Mabel