Archives Tag: Ghana

Travel

5 Places to See in Kumasi, Ghana

April 19, 2022

One day I woke up and left! Sounds nomadic like a herd of cattle without a shepherd; whenever they leave without their shepherd, there are no goodbyes to be said. But the day I woke up and left, I said my goodbyes. To family and Nigeria. And said, “Akwaaba!” to my future self in Ghana. … Continue reading 5 Places to See in Kumasi, Ghana

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Travel

Top 5 Unpopular Tourist Destinations in Ghana That Will Blow You Away

April 19, 2022

BONWIRE, Ashanti region This place is about 18km North-East of Kumasi in the Ashanti region of Ghana and is famous for the production (weaving) of Kente. It is popularly said to be the best known of all African textiles. Kente originates from the word kenten, which means “basket.” The people of the Ashanti Kingdom call … Continue reading Top 5 Unpopular Tourist Destinations in Ghana That Will Blow You Away

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BUSINESS News

Ghana Commences Direct Shipment of Goods to Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Ghana has begun the direct shipment of goods to Nigerian ports, reports ThisDay. This is in line with Ghana’s desire to make its port a hub in the continent’s Western and Central region. The first move has been the shipment of an estimated 10,000 tonnes from Ghana’s Tema Port to Calabar Port in Cross River State, Nigeria. … Continue reading Ghana Commences Direct Shipment of Goods to Nigeria

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Entertainment News

World Music Market Report: Ghana’s Phonographic Industry Rakes In $10,000 in 2013

April 19, 2022

It is just a few weeks to the release of the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) world music market ranking and statistics, which had only South Africa in 2012. Ghana Association of Phonographic Industries (GAPI) has revealed making over $10,000 every year from 2007 till now, 2013, after it sealed a working relationship with … Continue reading World Music Market Report: Ghana’s Phonographic Industry Rakes In $10,000 in 2013

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Entertainment News SPORTS

Keshi Still the Best Coach in Africa- Ghanaian Coach

April 19, 2022

Despite Nigeria’s lacklustre performance that saw it edged out from the race to the finals at the African Nations Championship, Coach Maxwell Konadu of Ghana considers the helmsman of the Super Eagles the best in Africa. The Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Black Stars of Ghana were goalless during the 90-minute regulation time, and … Continue reading Keshi Still the Best Coach in Africa- Ghanaian Coach

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Entertainment Opinion SPORTS

CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Square-up Against a Tough Ghanaian Team

April 19, 2022

For those following my series on the African Nations Championship, last week I focused on Ejike Uzeonyi, I’m sure many might be calling me a soothsayer; I’m sorry to disappoint you on that perception. I will describe the incredible comeback as a vindication of some of the research and work being put in to discover … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Square-up Against a Tough Ghanaian Team

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Entertainment News SPORTS

CHAN 2014: Super Eagles of Nigeria to Face Black Stars of Ghana in Semi-final

April 19, 2022

The home-based Super Eagles representing Nigeria at the Africa Nations Championship in South Africa will face their Ghanaian counterparts in one of the semi final pairings of the tournament. The Black Stars of Ghana emerged as Eagles’ opponent after clinching a berth in the Semi-final with a win over former CHAN champions, Democratic Republic of … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles of Nigeria to Face Black Stars of Ghana in Semi-final

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BUSINESS ECONOMY News TECH Telecommunication

Ghana’s RLG to Build Computer Assembly Plant in Osun State

April 19, 2022

Ghana’s Computer Maker, RLG, has said it will build a $10 million computer and mobile phone assembling and repairs plant under a partnership between it and the Osun government. The company says when completed, the plant will be one of the biggest in the region, assembling 5,000 phones and 2,000 computers daily. The company says … Continue reading Ghana’s RLG to Build Computer Assembly Plant in Osun State

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BUSINESS ECONOMY News

First Bank of Nigeria Acquires Commercial Bank in Ghana

April 19, 2022

First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) has received approval from The Bank of Ghana (BOG) for acquisition of Ghana’s International Commercial Bank (ICB), with subsidiaries in Gambia, Guinea, Senegal and Sierra-Leone. The BOG disclosed that the terms of the approval required the FBN to offload at least 40% of the shares to Ghanaians through private placement … Continue reading First Bank of Nigeria Acquires Commercial Bank in Ghana

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BUSINESS Events

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April 19, 2022

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Entertainment

Wizkid Bags Best African Artiste Award

April 19, 2022

Saturday saw super star whiz kid raking in the awards at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards 2013. He won the Best African Artiste of the year. He came on twitter to showcase his award, and tweeted “Just picked up another one! Thank you Ghana!” Indeed, thank you Ghana, for recognizing the talent we have in … Continue reading Wizkid Bags Best African Artiste Award

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BUSINESS

First Bank Nigeria Acquires Ghana’s International Commercial Bank

April 19, 2022

First Bank Nigeria (FBN), one of the top lenders in Nigeria, has acquired Ghana’s International Commercial Bank (ICB). ICB was established in Ghana in 1996, and provides banking and financial services for small and medium scale enterprises. The acquisition was reportedly finalised in January, after completion of due diligence in December 2012. Rebranding of FBN … Continue reading First Bank Nigeria Acquires Ghana’s International Commercial Bank

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BUSINESS

Register For Accelerating Entrepreneurship in Africa Forum

April 19, 2022

Omidyar Network is convening some of Nigeria’s distinguished business, government and thought leaders to examine the state of entrepreneurship in Africa and share insights on changes needed to foster high-impact entrepreneurship nationally and across the continent. It is our pleasure to invite you to this special forum. In 2012, Omidyar Network launched the Accelerating Entrepreneurship … Continue reading Register For Accelerating Entrepreneurship in Africa Forum

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BUSINESS

Telecommunication Services Firm, A3&O, Targets Africa-wide Expansion

April 19, 2022

Telecommunications services firm, A3&O, with operations in Nigeria, the Middle East, a few African countries and the UK, is planning to expand across Africa, to provide its products and services to more organizations, governments and individuals – this year & beyond. This comes as the organization celebrates ten years, and looks to the future, in … Continue reading Telecommunication Services Firm, A3&O, Targets Africa-wide Expansion

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SPORTS

Nigeria Qualifies for AFCON 2013 Finals, Triumphs 4 – 1, over Mali

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude The Super Eagles of Nigeria thumped Mali four goals to one to qualify for the final at the 2013 African Cup of Nations in South Africa. Keshi is now one victory away from becoming only the second man in the tournament’s 56-year history to win it as a player and coach. The … Continue reading Nigeria Qualifies for AFCON 2013 Finals, Triumphs 4 – 1, over Mali

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