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Ground Up Chale sues Kwesi Arthur for GHS 10 million over alleged defamatory posts
Award winning musician Emmanuel Kwesi Danso Arthur Jnr, popularly known as Kwesi Arthur, over claims of libel and defamation.
The action was filed by music executive Glen Boateng and his company, has been sued by Ground Up Chale Ltd for online claims.
They are praying the court that several statements posted by the musician on social media are defamatory.
According to the statement of claim, the posts were made on Instagram and X on 21 January 2026.
The plaintiffs contend that the statements portrayed them as threatening, exploitative, and dishonest in their professional dealings with the musician.
Among the statements complained about are claims that if anything happened to the musician, Glen Boateng and the Ground Up Chale team should be held responsible, as well as allegations that he was being asked to pay 150,000 dollars to use images of himself.
The posts also accused the company of claiming ownership over his image and music since 2016, denying him income from his work, and deliberately blocking his ability to release music.
The plaintiffs maintain that the statements are false and have caused serious damage to their reputation and business interests.
They are therefore seeking a declaration from the court that the publications are libelous.
They are also asking for an order directing the musician to permanently delete the posts and all related content from his social media platforms.
In addition, they want the court to restrain him and his agents from making further defamatory publications about them.
As part of the reliefs, the plaintiffs are demanding an unqualified retraction and an unreserved apology.
They want the apology to be approved by them before publication and given the same level of prominence as the original posts.
The suit further seeks general damages of five million Ghana cedis, special damages of two million Ghana cedis for economic loss, and aggravated and exemplary damages of three million Ghana cedis. Costs, including legal fees, have also been requested.
The writ directs the defendant to enter an appearance within eight days after being served.
It warns that failure to do so could result in judgment being entered against him in his absence.
The case was filed by Jonathan Amable of LNF Legal Advisors PRUC, who is acting as lawyer for the plaintiffs.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The world over, the FA Cup is noted as a competition that produces winners whose pedigree can always be called into question.
This year in particular when many predicted an all-conquering Arsenal to win the English version of the championship, they were beaten by a struggling Manchester City side to win the trophy.
The season before, a dominant Manchester City side also surprisingly lost to Crystal Palace in a final many expected the east Manchester side to triumph.
The Ghana version of the competition is not spared of the surprises and uncertainties about the competition.
On Sunday at the University of Ghana Stadium, Nations FC walked a path that only defunct Ho Voradep treaded on 34 years ago when they suffered relegation in the 1992 edition but won the FA Cup competition.
Having faced the ignominy of relegation, Nations FC put up a strong fight to beat Dreams FC 5-4 on penalties to win the MTN FA Cup after drawing 1-1 in regulation and extra time.
Joseph Effah put Nations FC ahead in the 31st minute with a composed finish before Abdul Razak Salifu levelled for Dreams FC on the stroke of halftime.
Both sides had good chances in the second half and extra time, but all failed to find the back of the net again until the shoot-outs.
It was not just historic. It is the biggest silverware in their trophy cabinet. Though they would campaign from the lower tier of Ghana football, they would hoist Ghana’s flag in the CAF Confederations Cup competition in the next season.
It was a dramatic and memorable season, leaving huge responsibility on the tiny shoulders of Dr Kwame Kyei’s Nations FC.
The focus is now on the future for the winners considering the financial challenge that comes with participation for the continental championship others to arise regarding the acceptance of their home venue.
While commending the FA Cup committee and MTN Ghana, the headline sponsors, one hopes that corporate sectors consider that difficulty and rush to the aid of the club. Ayekoo, Nations FC.
By Andrew Nortey
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National Teams Ambassador, Asamoah Gyan visits Black Queens training, rallies team ahead of WAFCON
National Teams Ambassador, Asamoah Gyan, paid a visit to the Black Queens during training on Wednesday.
The former Black Stars striker offered words of encouragement as the team continued preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
He congratulated the players and technical team for securing qualification to the continental showpiece and urged the team to remain focused, give their best whenever they step onto the pitch and to continue working hard.
The visit marked one of Gyan’s first engagements with a national team since his appointment as Ambassador for Ghana’s national teams.
He also assured the players of his commitment to supporting and motivating the team as they build towards WAFCON.
Gyan’s presence was warmly received by the players and technical staff, with the football icon sharing his experience and inspiring the squad as well.
The Black Queens are currently in camp in Accra as the team continue preparations under coach Kim Lars Björkegren.
