TheNewsGuru

Tag: Ghana

  • Sad! Ghana loses 2 former First and Second Ladies in 48hrs

    Sad! Ghana loses 2 former First and Second Ladies in 48hrs

    The Ghanaian nation has been thrown into mourning as two former First and Second Ladies passed on within 48hours.

    Former First Lady of Ghana, Mrs. Emily Akuffo known widely as Ceci Amodraa has passed on.

    The 88-year-old wife of the late President of Ghana, General FWK Akuffo died in her sleep on Friday, April 8, 2022 exactly a day after the death of Former Second Lady Hajia Ramatu Aliu Mahama

    Mrs Emily Akuffo was First Lady of Ghana from 1 July 1978 to 4 June 1979. She was a teacher by profession.

    After the death of her husband, she spent the ensuing years in her hometown in Akropong away from the public eye.

  • Qatar 2022: Arsenal striker Nketiah considering Ghana switch

    Qatar 2022: Arsenal striker Nketiah considering Ghana switch

    Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah is considering committing to Ghana after the Black Stars qualified for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar.

    Nketiah, 22, is keen to be part of the tournament in the Gulf State in seven months time, according to Ghanaian media.

    The Ghana Football Association have reportedly contacted his family in recent weeks over a possibility to switch allegiance, as they look to have him on board for the World Cup.

    Nketiah was born to Ghanaian parents in the United Kingdom, but he has represented England at all youth levels. He has 17 appearances for England’s Under U21 side, and netted 16 goals in the process.

    Whilst not yet featuring for the Three Lions’ senior side, his chances of reaching the tournament later this year are perhaps brighter than ever.

    Ghana are apparently hopeful of convincing him to represent them, after the West African giants secured their fourth appearance at the global competition, says the Daily Mail.

  • CAF Doctor dies in Abuja, following a 1-1 draw with Ghana

    CAF Doctor dies in Abuja, following a 1-1 draw with Ghana

    Joseph Kabungo, a doctor of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has been confirmed dead in Abuja after Nigeria vs Ghana 2022 World Cup second leg play-off at the Moshood Abiola Stadium.

    The circumstances surrounding his death is yet to be confirmed, however they are speculations that his death is due to the invasion of the stadium by angry fans.

    Officials of the Nigeria Football Federation nor CAF are yet to confirm the doctor’s death. But Kabungo’s family, the Zambia FA and the Government of Zambia has been informed.

    BBC journalist, Osasu Obayiuwana, tweeted: “Sad news: I understand that an official for the @NGSuperEagles vs @GhanaBlackstars match (not a referee or assistant referee) died in #Abuja today.

    “His name is Dr Joseph Kabungo from Zambia. He was on duty as Doping officer. He collapsed suddenly and died. Cause of death not confirmed yet. His family, the Zambia FA and the government of Zambia have been duly informed.

    “If the death of #Zambian doctor Dr Joseph Kabungo at the #Abuja stadium was caused by being attacked by the #Nigerian fans who invaded the pitch, after the @NGSuperEagles lost the @FIFAWorldCup ticket to @GhanaBlackstars, @thenff would be in terrible trouble with @FIFAcom.”

    The Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2022 World Cup finals billed for Qatar after they could only draw 1-1 with the Black Stars of Ghana, losing out on away goals.

  • 2022 World Cup: Ndidi reacts to Super Eagles playoff loss to Ghana

    2022 World Cup: Ndidi reacts to Super Eagles playoff loss to Ghana

    Super Eagles and Leicester midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, has expressed shock over the inability of the Super Eagles to qualify for the Qatar 2022 World Cup.

    The Black Stars of Ghana secured the Worldcup ticket at the expense of Nigeria after playing out a 1-1 draw in Abuja and qualified on away goal rules on Tuesday.

    Arsenal’s Midfielder Thomas Partey scored for Ghana before Super Eagles’ captain Troost Ekong equalized from the penalty spot.

    Meanwhile, Ndidi who missed out on the encounter due to injury, took to his Twitter page to express shock over the Super Eagles’ ouster with a crying emoji and a word caption ”wow”

    This is the first time since 2006 that the Super Eagles will miss out on the World Cup. They lost out on the Germany 2006 ticket to Angola.

  • [Video] Qatar 2022: Angry fans destroy MKO Abiola stadium after Super Eagles exit

    [Video] Qatar 2022: Angry fans destroy MKO Abiola stadium after Super Eagles exit

    Angry fans have invaded the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja, to express their dissatisfaction over the poor performance of the Super Eagles, in failing to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, following a 1-1 draw with Ghana on Tuesday.

    In a video that went viral, Nigerians were seen running around the pitch and vandalising items at the Stadium.

    Watch Video:

     

    View this post on Instagram

     

    A post shared by Media/News Company (@thenewsgurung)

  • BREAKING: Super Eagles fail to qualify for 2022 World Cup

    BREAKING: Super Eagles fail to qualify for 2022 World Cup

    Super Eagles of Nigeria have failed to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, following a 1-1 draw with Ghana on Tuesday.

    The Super Eagles failed to defeat the Black Stars in Kumasi, as they were only able to draw 0-0.

    In the reverse leg played at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, the visitors took the lead through Thomas Partey.

    The Arsenal midfielder saw his long-range effort squirm under Francis Uzoho to give Ghana the lead.

    However, Nigeria drew level, after VAR awarded a penalty for a foul on Ademola Lookman. Captain William Troost-Ekong stepped up to make it 1-1.

    There were no goals in the second half and the Black Stars qualified on away goals.

     

  • Nigeria v Ghana: FG orders closure of offices by 1pm Today

    Nigeria v Ghana: FG orders closure of offices by 1pm Today

    The Federal Government has directed all offices to close by 1p.m. on Tuesday, so as to mobilise support for the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

    Dr Ngozi Onwudiwe, Permanent Secretary (Service Welfare Office), Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HOCSF), made this known in a circular she issued on Monday, in Abuja.

    “As you are aware, the Super Eagles of Nigeria will be meeting the Black Stars of Ghana in continuation of the 2022 FIFA World-Cup Qualifier, Playoff, (Return Leg).

    “There is a need to mobilise support for the Nigerian team.

    “Consequently, I am directed to inform you that all offices will be closed at 1.00pm on Tuesday, March 29,” she said.

    According to her, Permanent Secretaries are requested to give this circular wide publicity to achieve the desired result.

    The Nigeria and Ghana clash will be played at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja, by 6 p. m.

  • We’ll surprise Nigeria to secure World Cup ticket – Ghana

    We’ll surprise Nigeria to secure World Cup ticket – Ghana

    Otto Addo, the coach of Black Stars of Ghana, says his team will surprise Nigeria’s Super Eagles by securing the 2022 FIFA World Cup ticket in Abuja.

    Addo told newsmen at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on Monday ahead of Tuesday’s match that he was optimistic of victory.

    He said he was confident because the Black Stars played well in Ghana and they would now improve on their performance in the return leg fixture in Abuja.

    “We have a good team, and we played well in Ghana. We will improve on this, because we are here to push more, and we are determined.

    ‘’Moreover, I don’t see myself being under pressure, because it is a privilege to play against the Super Eagles in Nigeria.

    “We are not better than the Super Eagles and the Super Eagles are not better than us.

    “But we are here to improve on our game until we are satisfied with our performance and score some goals,” the coach said.

    Speaking also, Gideon Mensah, a Black Stars player, said they would maintain the team spirit in their return match against the Super Eagles.

    “We will do better than what we did in Kumasi, we are not just thinking of qualifying, we must qualify from tomorrow’s match,” Gideon said.

    The Super Eagles of Nigeria will host the Black Stars of Ghana in their return match on Tuesday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium from 6 p.m.

    Nigeria and Ghana had played a goalless draw in their first leg game in Kumasi on Friday.

    The 2022 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to take place in Qatar from Nov. 21 to Dec.18.

  • Nigeria v Ghana: I am not under pressure, says Eguavoen

    Nigeria v Ghana: I am not under pressure, says Eguavoen

    Super Eagles’ Technical Adviser Augustine Eguavoen says he is not under pressure in their return match against the Black Stars in the 2022 FIFA World Cup playoffs on Tuesday.

    Eguavoen told newsmen on Monday in Abuja that he was rather motivated to achieve success knowing all Nigerians collectively want Nigeria to be in Qatar for the World Cup.

    “Our expectations as Nigeria are high, that is something I know all too well. But I am not under pressure because all of us have a responsibility regarding this match.

    “And that is why I will urge all football lovers, fans, supporters clubs to come out in their numbers to support the Super Eagles on Tuesday.

    “At the end of the day, every one will be happy. We should all keep the support high, and we pray that at the end of the day every body will be happy,” he said.

    Nigeria will take on Ghana at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja in a winner-take-all match.

    Eguavoen assured that his team would definitely improve on their performance of Friday at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, where the Super Eagles drew goalless with the Ghanaian side.

    “Our game will count on Tuesday, and we will make Nigerians proud,” he said.

    The coach also assured that the Super Eagles were in good shape as at some minutes before their evening workout.

    “Everyone is good to go. As for Innocent Bonke and Samuel Chukwueze, we will know where we are by late this (Friday) evening. But, as for the rest, all are in prime condition.

    “The boys are all ready, knowing what is at stake and knowing that it is all or nothing for us at this stage,” he said.

    Eguavoen assured that the team was going to take their goalscoring chances as they came their way, and better than they did in Kumasi on Friday.

    “The focus now is to score goals, because the opportunity is always rare. You take them when you have them,” he said.

    Speaking also, wing forward Moses Simon said he and his teammates would do their best to make Nigerians happy at the end of the match.

    “It is not going to be about me but all about the team, and we will give whatever it takes. We will give everything on Tuesday,” he said.

    “We all know what they will come here with, and we are ready to take the match,” he added.

    The return match on Tuesday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium will get underway by 6 p.m with the winners over two legs to advance to the 2022 FIFA World Cup finals.

  • Qatar 2022 playoffs: Black Stars arrive Abuja for Tuesday’s showdown

    Qatar 2022 playoffs: Black Stars arrive Abuja for Tuesday’s showdown

    The Black Stars of Ghana on Monday afternoon arrived in Abuja for the return leg of the 2022 FIFA World Cup playoff against the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

    The Ghanaian team arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja around 1:35 p.m.

    The team is expected to train a few hours later in the day at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium for the make-or-mar match slated for the same venue on Tuesday.

    The Black Stars eyeing a ticket to the Qatar 2022 World Cup slated for Nov. 21 to Dec. 18.

    They had secured a 0-0 draw with the Super Eagles in the fixture’s opening leg on Friday in Kumasi, and now need a score draw or an outright win to succeed.