The Ashanti Regional Public Relations Officer of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Patience Sharon Adams Mensah, has expressed disappointment over the Club Licensing Board’s decision to declare the Baba Yara Sports Stadium unfit for Ghana Premier League (GPL) matches.On March 3, 2025, the Ghana Football Association’s Club Licensing Board released a statement listing Baba Yara among venues that fail to meet the required standards for league games.This decision comes in the wake of the tragic death of an Asante Kotoko supporter in Nsoatre, which led to the temporary suspension of the GPL.Mensah criticized the exclusion of the NSA from the decision-making process, arguing that timely engagement could have resolved concerns."Right from day one, if they had included us in the decision-making process with the Minister present, I think a solution could have been found," she said as quoted by Citi Sports."Even during the implementation of the regulations, we wouldn’t have reached this stage for the public to hear about it."Despite the directive, Asante Kotoko is set to play Legon Cities at Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday in a matchweek 23 fixture of the Ghana Premier League.

Asante Kotoko head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum has assured fans that his team is physically and mentally prepared to battle for victory as they return to Ghana Premier League action.The Porcupine Warriors will host Legon Cities on Sunday, March 9, in a week 23 fixture at the Baba Yara Stadium.The match marks their return after a league suspension following the tragic death of supporter Yaw Frimpong during their 1-0 defeat to Nsoatreman FC.Ogum admitted that the loss to Nsoatreman was disappointing but insisted his team is ready to bounce back, especially against a Legon Cities side that handed them their first defeat of the season.“We are going into the game with a very confident and determined approach because they were the very first team that defeated us in the first round, and after that, we lost three more games,” Ogum said.He stressed that his players are in peak condition and prepared to fight for maximum points.“Tactically, we have done a lot to make sure that on Sunday, we play strongly and very aggressively to make sure we get the three points. Physically, we are in good shape and tactically, we are in good shape,...

Asante Kotoko head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum has assured fans that his team is well-prepared physically for their return to the Ghana Premier League.The Porcupine Warriors will face Legon Cities in a week 23 clash at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.Their last match ended in a disappointing 1-0 loss to Nsoatreman FC, a game overshadowed by the tragic stabbing of Kotoko supporter Yaw Frimpong. Since then, the team has been out of competitive action due to the league’s suspension.Speaking ahead of the match, Ogum acknowledged the challenge of facing Legon Cities, who handed Kotoko their first defeat of the season.“We are going into the game with a very confident and determined approach because they were the very first team that defeated us in the first round, and after that, we lost three more games,” he said.The coach emphasized that his players are physically and tactically ready for the challenge.“Tactically, we have done a lot to make sure that on Sunday, we play strongly and very aggressively to make sure we get the three points. Physically, we are in good shape and tactically, we are in good shape, so we are ready.”The match...

The head coach of Asante Kotoko, Prosper Narteh Ogum has opened up on his team’s approach for the Ghana Premier League encounter against Legon Cities FC. Speaking in a pre-match interview, the coach noted that his team is heading into the game with a confident and determined approach.According to him, his side has prepared well and will be fighting for a win against the Week 23 opponent.“We are going into the game with a very confident and determined approach because they were the very first team that defeated us in the first round, and after that, we lost three more games. Tactically, we have done a lot to make sure that on Sunday, we play strongly and very aggressively to make sure we get the three points. Physically, we are in good shape and tactically, we are in good shape, so we are ready,” coach Prosper Narteh Ogum said in an interview with Asante Kotoko TV on YouTube.The Week 23 match between Asante Kotoko and Legon Cities FC is scheduled for a 3pm kick off at Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday, March 9.

Former Asante Kotoko supporters chief Kwaku Amponsah (Chairman K5) has set sights on clinching the Ghana Premier League to honour late fan Francis Yaw Frimpong (Nana Pooley).The staunch supporter of the club was stabbed to death in a tragic incident that occurred during the team’s Week 19 encounter against Nsoatreman FC in the Ghana Premier League.Ahead of the resumption of the top-flight, Kwaku Amponsah insists the Porcupine Warriors will do everything possible to annex the trophy to honour Nana Pooley.“We will win the Premier League to honour Nana Pooley. It will be bad on our part if we fail to win the league to honour him. We start the course against Legon Cities this weekend. We will beat them to secure all points” he said.Asante Kotoko will play host to Legon Cities in matchday 23 of the Ghana Premier League at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.The Premier League returns after an unexpected one-month break following the tragic passing of Nana Pooley on February 2, 2025.The Porcupine Warriors are second on the league standings, accumulating 34 points after 19 matches.

Asante Kotoko return to action at the Baba Yara Stadium against Legon Cities with added motivation as they seek to honour their late supporter, Nana Pooley, who was laid to rest on Thursday in Kumasi. The club’s players attended the burial, and head coach Prosper Ogum has urged the team to give their best performance in tribute.“It’s unfortunate, but we must honour him by putting our best into every training session and match. We owe it to him, and I believe we are ready to do that,” Ogum said ahead of the game.This will be the second meeting between the two sides this season, with Legon Cities winning 2-1 in their previous clash on October 30, 2024. In their last six meetings since April 2022, both teams have won twice, with two matches ending in draws. Asante Kotoko have netted nine goals in these encounters, while Legon Cities have scored eight, highlighting their closely contested battles.Asante Kotoko head into this game looking to bounce back from a 1-0 defeat against Nsoatreman on February 2. The Porcupine Warriors have had a solid campaign, winning ten of their 19 league matches, drawing four, and losing five. They have scored...

Asante Kotoko IMC Chairman, Nana Apinkra, has called on supporters to remain calm and avoid any confrontations with Nsoatreman FC’s delegation during the funeral of devoted fan Nana Pooley.With the final rites set to take place tomorrow, Apinkra pleaded with fans to focus on bidding farewell peacefully rather than engaging in disputes."Nobody should say that this did that and this one said that when we want to Nsoatreman this one poured water on me etc. If they come fine we look at them quietly then they leave nobody should attack anyone police will be there, soldiers will be there," he said."Journalists we have told you the place with the body nobody should send a camera there if you go and watch will your eyes then you leave. If you take a camera there and some of my men see you whatever they will do to you I don't know because I won’t be sitting there so you will deal with them," he warned.Kotoko, currently second on the league table with 34 points from 19 games, will resume league action against Legon Cities after the funeral.

Asante Kotoko's Interim Management Committee (IMC) chairman, Nana Apinkra, has expressed his disappointment and confusion over the Ghana Football Association's (GFA) decision to reject the use of the Baba Yara Sports Stadium for their home games.Nana Apinkra questioned the GFA's reasoning, pointing out that the T&A Stadium, which has been approved for Ghana Premier League matches, has similar safety and security concerns as the Baba Yara Sports Stadium."How does the T&A Stadium meet the standards to host GPL games, yet Baba Yara does not? At T&A, players and officials have to get down at the entrance and walk to the stadium before playing their matches.Are these the enhanced safety and security standards we are talking about?" he asked in an interview with Oyerepa Sports.The GFA's decision comes after the temporary suspension of the league due to security concerns following the tragic death of a Kotoko fan, Francis "Nana Pooley" Frimpong, during a match against Bofoakwa Tano in Nsoatre.Asante Kotoko is set to resume their league campaign after the final funeral rites and burial of Nana Pooley, with their next match against Legon Cities.

Asante Kotoko’s Interim Management Committee (IMC) chairman, Nana Apinkra, has expressed his disappointment and frustration over the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) decision to reject the use of the Baba Yara Sports Stadium for their home games.Nana Apinkra questioned the GFA's reasoning, pointing out the inconsistencies in their decision-making process."How does the T&A Stadium meet the standards to host GPL games, yet Baba Yara does not?" he asked in an interview with Oyerepa Sports.He further highlighted the safety and security concerns at the T&A Stadium, where players and officials have to walk from the entrance to the stadium before matches."Are these the enhanced safety and security standards we are talking about?" he questioned.The GFA's decision comes after the temporary suspension of the league due to security concerns following the tragic death of a Kotoko fan, Francis "Nana Pooley" Frimpong.Despite the setback, Asante Kotoko is set to resume their league campaign after the final funeral rites and burial of Nana Pooley, with their next match against Legon Cities. The club currently sits second on the league table with 34 points from 19 games.

Asante Kotoko IMC Chairman Nana Apinkra has raised concerns over the Ghana Premier League's stadium approval process, questioning why the T&A Stadium meets the required standards while the Baba Yara Stadium does not.Apinkra highlighted the issue of players and officials using the same entrance before games, emphasizing safety concerns."How does the T&A Stadium meet the standards to host GPL games, yet Baba Yara does not? At T&A, players and officials have to get down at the entrance and walk to the stadium before playing their matches. Are these the enhanced safety and security standards we are talking about?" he told Oyerepa Sports.Meanwhile, Asante Kotoko recently announced they will resume league action after the final funeral rites and burial of their devoted fan, Nana Pooley, who was tragically stabbed to death.The Porcupine Warriors currently sit second on the league table with 34 points after 19 games. When they return to action, they will face Legon Cities.

Asante Kotoko’s Interim Management Committee (IMC) Chairman, Nana Apinkra, has reaffirmed that the club has no intention of playing anywhere else if the Baba Yara Stadium does not meet league requirements.Speaking on Oyerepa Sports, he emphasized the stadium's significance to the team and made it clear that Kotoko will continue to play their home matches there.“If Baba Yara Stadium does not meet the requirements, then where else are we supposed to go? This is our home, we have no other place to play our games. We will play at the Baba Yara Stadium,” Apinkra stated.The Porcupine Warriors recently announced they would resume league action after the final funeral rites and burial of their devoted fan, Nana Pooley, who was tragically stabbed to death.Kotoko currently sits second on the league table with 34 points from 19 games. They are set to face Legon Cities when they return to action.

Former Ghana international, Sam Johnson has named Asamoah Gyan as the greatest Ghanaian striker of all timeGyan, who retired from active football in June 2023 has an impressive 51 goals as Ghana's all-time leading goal scorer.The former Liberty Professionals, Udinese and Sunderland striker featured at the 2006, 2010 and 2014 World Cups in Germany, South Africa and Brazil respectively.Quizzed to name his greatest striker in an interview with Sporty FM, Johnson said, "Asamoah Gyan is Ghana's best striker. He has impressive numbers."With six goals, Asamoah Gyan is the top African goalscorer in the history of the World Cup. Gyan also represented Ghana at the 2004 Summer Olympics and in seven Africa Cup of Nations (2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2019), helping them finish in third place in 2008 and as runners-up in 2010 and 2015.After making 347 club appearances, Gyan scored a total of 177 goals. Asamoah Gyan last played for Legon Cities before announcing his retirement.

Norwegian club Viking FK is set to evaluate Ghanaian teenager Fatawu Ganiwu during their training camp in Marbella, Spain, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively confirmThe 17-year-old midfielder, who has previously undergone trials with Chelsea and made his debut for Red Bull Salzburg, has also represented Ghana at the U-17 level.Viking's sporting director, Erik Nevland, confirmed that Ganiwu will train with the club for a week, arriving towards the end of their stay in Spain.The midfielder is currently registered with Legon Cities FC, in Ghana’s top division, where he has made six league appearances.Despite the club's limited knowledge about the player, they were recommended to him through trusted contacts.Head coach Morten Jensen admitted that he has never seen Ganiwu play but is open to assessing his potential.Viking FK has a history of trialling African players with mixed success.Notable past signings include Samuel Adegbenro and Suleiman Abdullahi, who made a significant impact after impressing during their trials.Viking’s squad is in Spain for their second training camp of the season, which runs until February 23.During their stay, they will play matches against Norwegian rivals Brann and Valerenga.Whether Ganiwu earns a contract remains uncertain, but this...

Legon Cities boss Richard Kings Atikpo, the incumbent Member of the Council of State for the Oti Region, has been re-elected after a dominant electoral victory.He polled 16 out of 18 total votes cast.Mr. Atikpo defeated seven other aspirants, including former Deputy Minister for the Volta and Oti Regions Maxwell Quophy Blagodzi, in the election held on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.Atikpo’s re-election is a testament to his dedication and commitment to the people he represents.His tenure has been marked by a focus on community development, advocacy for local issues, and fostering collaboration between various stakeholders.Some assembly members from the nine districts and municipalities expressed confidence in his ability to address their concerns effectively.The Council of State plays a crucial role in advising the President of Ghana on matters of national importance, and Atikpo’s experience and insights will undoubtedly contribute to the council’s effectiveness.His retention is seen as a positive step for the Oti Region, as he brings continuity and stability to the council’s operations.As Atikpo embarks on another term, expectations are high for him to continue championing the needs of his constituents and working towards the sustainable development of the Oti Region.His...