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Former West Ham defender John Paintsil advises Kudus to prioritise team success
Former West Ham United defender John Paintsil has shared his insights on Mohammed Kudus’ high-profile transfer to the Premier League, urging the 23-year-old attacking midfielder to prioritise team success over individual accolades.
Kudus realised his dream of joining the Premier League ranks, as he put pen to paper on a five-year contract, finalising his move from Ajax to West Ham.
The talented 23-year-old’s reputation has been on the rise, thanks to his remarkable performance last season, where he netted an impressive 18 goals for Ajax. His stellar form has persisted into the current season, including a recent standout performance where he secured a hat-trick in the Europa League against Ludogorets. West Ham’s pursuit of Kudus was backed by a significant investment, reportedly surpassing the 40 million euros mark.
Interestingly, Kudus has opted for the number 14 shirt, a jersey that holds sentimental value as it was previously worn by none other than Paintsil during his stint with West Ham United.
Reflecting on Kudus’ move, Paintsil shared his perspective during an interview on Kumasi-based Akoma FM, stating, “Kudus Mohammed shouldn’t focus solely on winning individual awards even though they are important, but I will rather encourage him to do well at West Ham.” He continued, “He shouldn’t be about playing at West Ham to win or even think about the African Best Player award but play well and at the right time, it will come.”
Kudus could debut for West Ham in their Premier League clash against Luton Town on Friday.
Source:3news.com
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Health Minister leads delegation Mimi Darko’s appointment as AMA Director General
Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, Minister for Health and Member of Parliament has led a delegation to secure the appointment of Dr Delese Mimi Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the Food and Drugs Authority, as the Director General of the African Medicines Agency (AMA) during the ongoing 2nd Ordinary Session of the Conference of State Parties in Kigali, Rwanda.
This prestigious appointment, achieved through a competitive process, marks a proud and historic moment for Ghana and the entire continent.
It highlights Dr. Darko’s exceptional leadership, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to enhancing public health and regulatory systems across Africa.
The Minister expressed his deep appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama for his strong support and leadership throughout this process.
Mr.Akandoh congratulated Dr. Mimi Darko and Team Ghana for their incredibly successful campaign.
The AMA was established by the African Union on November 5, 2021, with the primary objective of improving access to quality, safe, and effective medical products throughout the continent. Its creation aims to facilitate the regulation and oversight of essential medicines at a continental level while promoting collaboration among African countries and regions.
The Agency’s mission is to provide leadership in creating an enabling regulatory environment for the pharmaceutical sector in Africa, ensuring that the African population has access to essential medical products and technologies.
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Police arrest five suspects involved in robbery cases in Ashanti Region
The Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) in the Ashanti Region has informed the public about a recent breakthrough in the fight against armed robbery in the Denchemuoso District.
Following a series of robbery incidents in the area, on April 22, 2025, PID/Ashanti operatives, acting on credible intelligence, apprehended one Michael Owusu Ansah, alias Baby Last, aged 32.
The suspect had been on the police wanted list since 2016 in connection with a robbery and the murder of Police Officer G/Cpl Frank Essel of SWAT/Ashanti, which occurred at the Open Space Hotel in Denchemuoso on May 19, 2016.
During interrogation, the suspect confessed to engaging in multiple street and residential robberies in Denchemuoso, Atwima-Techiman, Asuoyeboah, and surrounding areas.
He also disclosed that his gang operated with knives, pistols, and pump-action guns.
Further investigations led to the identification and arrest of his accomplices, namely:Emmanuel Owusu, alias Cassidy, Maxwell Gyimah, alias Nana Kwame, Sudais Oxford Ntiamoah, alias The Man Sudais and Rhano Okyere, alias Demon
These individuals were arrested from their hideouts within Atwima-Techiman and Denchemuoso.
However, one suspect, remains at large and efforts are underway to apprehend him and recover the weapons used in the robberies.
All five arrested suspects were arraigned before the Atasomanso Circuit Court on May 13, 2025.
They were remanded into police custody and are scheduled to reappear on June 4, 2025.
