by Silas Boahene | Jul 15, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana
Mr. Gordon Frimpong, CEO of Osibor Management and Promotions, has addressed the criticisms made by Mohammed Amin Lamptey regarding the quality of opponents in Osibor’s boxing events. Frimpong highlighted the challenges of organizing promotions, especially when boxers either choose their opponents or are hesitant to fight.
He emphasized that no boxer should be considered inadequate as long as they are active, mentioning Emmanuel Quartey and Isaac Nettey as examples of accomplished boxers. Frimpong also noted that boxing is both a sport and entertainment, and staging events in different regions imposes financial burdens.
Frimpong urged the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) Communications Director to acknowledge his efforts in promoting boxing. “We want to get more world champions for the nation and it is a gradual process. We are not comparing ourselves to other promotions, but we are doing our best and we are doing it right,” he stated.
He praised boxers Stanley Nyantekyi, known as the Ashanti Warrior, and John Zile, known as the Monster, for their achievements. Frimpong expressed pride in these young champions and encouraged them to strive for world titles.
Osibor Promotions, known for expanding the sport to the Ashanti Region, has garnered many admirers and fans. Despite Lamptey’s discouraging remarks, Frimpong remains motivated to achieve positive results. He called on the GBA to support promotions and managers, and to establish national ratings to help fans identify top contenders.
Stanley Nyantekyi was recognized as the best boxer by Boxing Ghana in a 2023 poll and received the Golden Age Business and Creative Art Award for Sports Personality of the Year. He has also added the UBO title to his national and LBO belts. John Zile, from the Bono Region, is always eager to fight top opponents, believing in the value of beating the best to become a champion. Initially aspiring to be a footballer, Zile found his passion for boxing at the Bronx Gym in James Town, Accra.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 15, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Europe, Ghana, International, Other Sports
Team Ghana has departed for France to prepare for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The delegation left on Wednesday night via an Air France flight to Paris and will proceed to Strasbourg for an 11-day training camp before heading to the Games Village in Paris.
High jumper Rose Yeboah was the only athlete seen at Kotoka International Airport, as the remaining seven athletes will join the team from various locations. Ghana’s contingent includes 21 members, among them Ghana Olympic Committee President Ben Nunoo Mensah and other officials.
The global event will take place from July 26 to August 11.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 15, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Europe, Ghana, International
Ghana Athletics President, Bawa Fuseini, has clarified that Edwin Gadayi’s exclusion from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games is due to a new regulation introduced by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Gadayi, who was part of the 4×100 men’s relay team that qualified in the Bahamas, will not be able to compete in Paris.
Fuseini explained that Gadayi was initially included in the team’s first list for the Games. However, the new regulation necessitated his removal. “It was not our decision to take him out because he was in our first list for the Olympic Games, and we know this will be hard for them,” Fuseini stated. He added that Gadayi has been informed about the situation and understands the circumstances.
Despite this setback, Gadayi has had an impressive year, winning the GNPC Ghana Fastest Human competition and excelling at the CAA Regional 100m dash, as well as performing well during the 13th African Games.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 15, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Controversial Ghanaian lawyer Maurice Ampaw has shed light on his ongoing legal disputes with football star Asamoah Gyan, particularly regarding the allegations involving Sarah Kwablah.
Since 2015, Ampaw has been involved in high-profile legal battles, including representing journalist Osarfo Anthony in a malicious prosecution lawsuit related to the accusations against Gyan.
Addressing his involvement in these cases, Ampaw clarified that his actions were not driven by personal animosity towards Gyan. Instead, he explained that Gyan’s dismissal of him as a “social media lawyer” spurred him to prove his legal prowess.
“I don’t harbor any personal grudge against Asamoah Gyan,” Ampaw stated. “I simply want to prove him wrong because he dared me. He discredited me, claiming I was just a social media lawyer and not among Ghana’s top legal minds. I aim to demonstrate that I am indeed one of the top lawyers in the country.”
Ampaw highlighted that his handling of challenging and controversial cases has bolstered his reputation within the legal community, contrasting himself with peers who may shy away from such cases.
“The work I undertake in this country is unparalleled. I take on cases that others avoid,” he asserted, emphasizing his commitment to his legal practice and reputation.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 15, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian footballer Kudus Mohammed is bringing a taste of home to West Ham during their pre-season training.
In a video circulating online, the Black Stars forward is seen enthusiastically enjoying a plate of Ghana Jollof, explaining its ingredients.
Kudus not only loves the dish but also wants everyone to experience it.
He describes Ghana Jollof as rice with stew, served with fried plantains, salad, and spiced lamb kebabs.
It’s clear that plantains are his personal favorite.
This culinary showcase coincides with Kudus rejoining West Ham for the upcoming season’s training.
Following a stellar debut season where he emerged as a key attacker, Kudus is a rising star at the club.
He scored 13 goals and provided six assists across all competitions for the Hammers after transferring from Ajax.
