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The much-awaited fiery game between arch-rivals Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko in the Ghana Premier League (GPL) match-day 7 clash has been called off.
This is due to Hearts’ participation in the CAF Confederations Cup. The Phobians have been stuck in Algiers since Sunday (due to flight arrangements) after their disappointing campaign where they bowed out to JS Saoura on a 4-2 aggregate. Hearts were expected to arrive yesterday to restart their campaign in the domestic topflight.
However, action in the GPL continues at the Nana Agyeman Badu I Park in Dormaa tomorrow where imposing Aduana Stars take on ‘Wonder Club’ Great Olympics, in a dicey clash. The ‘Ogya’ boys will be eager to clinch their third consecutive victory with the visitors hoping to back back from their disappointing stalemate with Bechem United on match day 6. Doubtless, it is going to be a difficult task for Oly as Aduana would fight hard to avert another home frustration in front of their pet crowd – King Faisal having beaten them 2-0 early in the season.
On Sunday, Bibiani Gold Stars will welcome Bechem United to the Dun’s Park as they are willing to return to winning ways after a 2-1 away defeat to Dreams on match day 6.
The action continues tomorrow at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Park in Aiyinase where Karela United do battle with Accra Lions.
The visitors will be keen to record another triumph following their impressive victory against Eleven Wonders last weekend.
At the Accra Sports Stadium tomorrow, Legon Cities will lock horns with Berekum Chelsea. The away team will be aiming to snatch their second win after picking up three defeats, a draw and a win in their last five outings.
Playing in front of their faithful home crowd at the Aliu Mahama Stadium in Tamale, sixth-placed Real Tamale United (RTU) will face a spirited Medeama SC in another cagey affair. Medeama have won just one in their last five games and could use this test to grab their second.
All eyes will be embossed on high-flying King Faisal’s Zubeiru Ibrahim when Alhaji Karim Grusah’s boys lock horns with Elmina Sharks at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday, hoping to strike gold again. At the same venue last Sunday, Ibrahim tore apart Kotoko’s backline as he bagged a famous hat-trick in Faisal’s 3-2 away win.
Ashantigold SC will make a long trip to Sogakope to face West African Soccer Academy (WAFA) at the Red Bull Arena – a game WAFA will push for victory, having recorded only a solitary win at home in six games.
BY LINUS SIAW NARTEY
The Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), DCOP Lydia Donkor, has commended the Ashanti Regional Police Commander and his team for their professionalism during an operation that dismantled a notorious armed robbery syndicate.
Speaking at the Police Headquarters in Accra, DCOP Donkor said the success of the operation was due to effective teamwork and tactical execution by the regional command.
She stressed that their dedication and courage played a major role in bringing down the gang, which had been terrorizing banks and rural financial institutions across the country.
She further praised the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, for his leadership and direction, which she said has strengthened the fight against armed robbery and improved public confidence in the police.
DCOP Donkor assured the public that investigations are ongoing and pledged that the police will not relent in pursuing the remaining suspects still at large.
She called on Ghanaians to continue to support the police with information that can help in combating crime.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Deputy General Secretary of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has warned party members against using social media to address internal issues.
According to him, the NDC does not run its affairs on social media, and members must respect the party’s structures rather than making pronouncements online.
Mr. Gbande explained that the party has a General Secretary, supported by deputies and a national organizer, who are responsible for managing its affairs.
He cautioned that individuals who ignore these structures and resort to social media risk creating needless distractions.
He further stressed that such members could be invited and reprimanded by the party’s leadership if the practice continues.
Mr. Gbande urged party leaders to focus more on the grassroots, especially farmers, and ensure that policies are explained to them in clear language they can understand.
He added that the NDC is not in crisis, dismissing recent rumors as baseless.
By: Jacob Aggrey
