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First Edition of the Gbewaa Division 1 Unity Tournament Launched at The Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium

09-09-2024

In a bid for Clubs in Northern Region to adequately prepare for the forthcoming Access Division One League slated for the end of September,2024, the Board Chairman of Real Tamale United, Chief Pishigu Lana Alhassan Andani as well as the CEO Mr. Zakaria Safianu has in collaboration with other stakeholders

Namely Northern Regional Football Association, Dzata Cement and Memush Financial Services Ltd have rolled out a mini tournament to enable Division One Clubs to be battle-ready for the 2024/25 Access Bank Zone 1A League.

Speaking at the launch, the Northern Regional Football Association chairman, Alhaji Abu Hassan Rhyzo who also doubles as the Chairman of the Organizing Committee posited that, the Gbewaa Division One Unity Tournament is to serve the dual purpose of fostering unity among the participating clubs and further act as a platform to see the battle readiness of newly signed players ahead of the league.

All Clubs were assured of fair officiating and all stakeholders were advised to accept and respect the outcome of games.
The four (4) participating teams in this first edition are, Real Tamale United, Yapei FC, Walewale Catholic Stars and Northern City FC.
Each of the participating clubs received a participation fee of Ghc 3,000 and 5 Footballs.
Yapei FC and Walewale Catholic Stars further received additional Ghc3,500 each to support their travelling expenses, since they reside outside Tamale.

In terms of awards, the winner takes home a Giant trophy, 30 Gold medals and a cash amount of Ghc 5,000, whilst the second to Fourth place teams will receive Ghc3,000, Ghc1,500 and Ghc1,000 in that order.
The category for individual awards will see the Best player, Best goalkeeper and Goal king receiving miniature trophies and cash amounts of Ghc300 each.

Meanwhile the paramount Chief of Pishigu Traditional Area, Nyab Pishigu Lana Alhassan Andani, donated a Cash sum of Thirty thousand Ghana cedis (30,000) by way of support to the program whilst the Chief Executive Officer of Real Tamale United RTU Mr. Zakaria Safianu also donated thirteen thousand Ghana cedis (13,000) to the organizers of the program.

All the matches will be played at the Northern school of Business(NOBISCO) Park starting form tomorrow Tuesday 10-09-2024 at 9:00am and 3:00pm respectively.
The pride of the North, Real Tamale United will begin the campaign with a game against new comers Yapei United F/c whilst Northern City fc welcomes Walewale Catholic Stars Fc later in the afternoon.

Representatives of the participating clubs had little to say but to praise the organisers of the Gbewaa Division 1 Unity Tournament for the great initiative and promise to fully cooperate with all stakeholders of the program for a successful end .

Mr Iddrisu Ewuntomah who chaired the function, advised all stakeholders to comport themselves irrespective of the results.
He ended his concluding remarks by commending the effort of Pishigu Lana Chief Alhassan Andani, Mr Zakaria Safianu,the Organising Committee led by Alhaji Abu Hassan Rhyzo, Dzata Cement and Memush Financial Services.

By Saibu Terry.

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Parliament Approves $300 Million World Bank Facility to Transform Secondary Education

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Published: July 21, 2026

Published at: 7: 53Pm

By Saibu Terry

Parliament has approved a US$300 million credit facility between the Government of Ghana and the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group to support the country’s secondary education sector.

The financing will be used to implement the Secondary Education for Transformation for Access, Relevance and Results for Jobs Project, which seeks to expand access to quality secondary education while improving learning outcomes and employability.

Presenting the Finance Committee’s report to the House, Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Isaac Adongo, explained that the facility is designed to increase equitable access to secondary education, eliminate the double-track system, and enhance the quality and labour-market relevance of both secondary and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes.

According to him, the project will help strengthen Ghana’s education system by ensuring that students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to meet the demands of the modern job market.

Following the approval, the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, expressed appreciation to Parliament for endorsing the agreement. He noted that the funding would play a significant role in strengthening Ghana’s education system and advancing the government’s efforts to provide accessible, relevant, and quality secondary education for all.

The approval marks a major investment in Ghana’s education sector and is expected to support ongoing reforms aimed at improving infrastructure, expanding access, enhancing teaching and learning, and better preparing students for employment and national development.

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Abdul Fatawu Issahaku Completes Permanent Move to Ipswich Town

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Published: July 21, 2026

Published at: 4:47Pm

BY Saibu Terry

Ghana international winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has completed a permanent transfer from Leicester City to Ipswich Town, signing a five-year contract with the newly promoted Premier League club.

Ipswich Town confirmed the signing on Monday, announcing that the 22-year-old has joined the club for an undisclosed fee after successfully completing the transfer from Leicester City. 

Fatawu, who impressed during his spell at Leicester and represented Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is expected to add pace, creativity, and attacking flair to Kieran McKenna’s side as they prepare for the new Premier League campaign. 

The move marks another significant step in the career of the Black Stars winger, who has established himself as one of Ghana’s brightest attacking talents.

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Sankara Nationals FC Appoint Abubakari Nassam as New Head Coach

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Published: July 21, 2026

Published at: 4:21Pm

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Sankara Nationals FC have officially announced the appointment of experienced tactician Abubakari Nassam as the club’s new Head Coach ahead of the 2026/27 Access Bank Division One League season.

The Yendi-based club confirmed the appointment in an official statement, expressing confidence that Coach Nassam’s vast coaching experience will strengthen the team’s ambitions for the upcoming campaign.

Coach Nassam joins Sankara Nationals after successful spells with both the men’s and women’s teams of FC Samartex, as well as Steadfast FC. His experience across different levels of Ghanaian football is expected to provide the technical leadership needed as the club prepares for another competitive Division One League season.

The club welcomed the new manager with a warm message, saying: “We are delighted to unveil Coach Abubakari Nassam as the new Head Coach of Sankara Nationals FC. We are confident that the wealth of experience he has gained over the years will be a tremendous asset as we prepare for the upcoming Access Bank Division One League season. Welcome to the Sankara Nationals FC family, Coach. Amaraaba Coach!”

Supporters of the “Warriors of SankaraYili” will be hoping Nassam’s appointment marks the beginning of a successful era as the club targets a strong performance in the new Division One League season.

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