ModernGhana News

Former Burnley Chairman, Brendan Flood has revealed that the club missed out of signing Michael Essien in 1999 due to wage issues. Having exploded In 1999 at the U-17 FIFA World Cup in New Zealand, Essien were chased by several clubs despite Ghana 39;s elimination after losing to Brazil on penalties in the semi-finals.

Former Ghana international, Opoku Nti has opened up on what the Black Stars squad were told after winning the 1982 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. Speaking in an interview Joy News, the Asante Kotoko legend revealed that the playing body were expectant of a deserving national honor as the Jerry John Rawlings administration had p .

Fifa says it is happy to discuss the football calendar with the bodies threatening legal action. Last week the European Leagues, which represents 39 leagues in 33 countries, and global players 39; union Fifpro announced the action over what they say is Fifa 39;s abuse of dominance in the game.

Manchester United have received a second bid from Fulham, understood to be pound;20m, for midfielder Scott McTominay. It is anticipated United will reject the offer but the Scotland international 39;s future is again uncertain after West Ham tried to sign him last summer.

Former Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare has died at the age of 60, his family has announced. Shakespeare was undergoing treatment for cancer back in October 2023. As well as managing Leicester, he also worked for West Brom, Hull, Everton, Watford, Aston Villa and Norwich and had a spell as England assistant boss in 2016.

The 2024 running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has called on persons in positions of power and authority to use their offices to influence benefits for the community.

Namibian Michelle Nehoya has spent nearly $500 ( pound;390) on the application process for a visa to visit Canada - but almost two years later it has yet to materialise. The 38-year-old, who lives in Namibia 39;s capital, Windhoek, is desperate to get to Quebec to see her aunt and cousins whom she has not seen for almost a decade.

The Okuapemhene, Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III, has strongly attested to the humility of Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh and encouraged Ghanaians to vote massively for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming general elections.

3G Media Group proudly announces the nomination of Ghanaian actor Bill Asamoah to receive an award at the 13th edition of the Annual Mega 3G Awards and Celebrity Bash to be held in New York. The nominees were announced in April, with the event slated for Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Ukrainian Youth Center, 301 Pallisade Avenue, Yonke .

In a touching tribute to the struggles and triumphs of African ancestors, Emancipation Day wreath-laying ceremonies were held today at the W. E. B Du Bois Centre, the George Padmore Library, and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire says he is absolutely gutted that he will have to miss Euro 2024 through injury. The 31-year-old and Manchester City forward Jack Grealish, both regulars in Gareth Southgate 39;s England squad, have not made the final 26-man list.

The CAA Region II Championship in Accra was a success as other countries put up better performances on the second and final day as their acts gave the host nation some challenge. Most of the athletes said they were looking forward to making the qualification for Paris 2024 and pleaded with the Ghana Athletics Association (GAA) to take the .

Mastercard celebrated the UEFA Champions League Finals in Ghana with an exclusive event held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. The event brought together a passionate crowd of partners, representatives, and football enthusiasts for a thrilling viewing experience of the final match between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid, celebrating the .

Professor Smart Sarpong 39;s allegiance to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Dr. Bawumia is beyond any shadow of a doubt. His steadfast support for the ruling government has been clear for years, and this affiliation deeply taints the credibility of his surveys and polls.

The executives of Central Region rsquo;s most coveted award scheme have officially announced shortlisted nominees for the 4th edition of the Central Entertainment and Business Awards. After laborious weeks of receiving and vetting nominees, the organisers, earlier today unveiled all successful applicants who deservedly qualified to be vot .

Cole Palmer scored twice after the 100-minute mark to complete his hat-trick and earn Chelsea a remarkable win against Manchester United despite having previously given up a two-goal lead. The latest winner scored in Premier League history, timed at 100 minutes 39 seconds, stunned United, who led through nine minutes of injury time and se .

Liverpool battled to victory over bottom-placed Sheffield United to move back to the top of the Premier League and maintain control of the title race. The hosts were gifted a 17th-minute lead when Darwin Nunez charged down goalkeeper Ivo Grbic 39;s clearance with the ball rebounding into the net.

Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, on Thursday, April 4th, 2024, swore in newly appointed Board Chairman, Hon. Herbert Krapa at the Ministry of Energy. Hon. Krapa took the oath of office and the oath of secrecy as administered by the Energy Minister.

The newly appointed Chief Imam of Adenta Municipal, Sheikh Mohammed Mutawakil Abubakari, has engaged Imams from the various communities within the Adenta Municipality of the Greater Accra Region in a meeting to discuss matters of development in the municipality.

Hon. Francis Asenso Boakye, the Minister of Roads and Highways, recently visited the Ahafo Region to address the long-standing issue of the poor road conditions in the area. One of the main highlights of his visit was the cutting of the sod for the construction of the Goaso to Tepa road, which has been a notorious death trap for several y .