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COCOBOD LIES ON APPROVAL OF KEYBOARDS PURCHASE AMID CLAIM OF NOT CONSUMMATING DEAL

Ghana’s troubled COCOBOD, which decided to buy computer keyboards from a company that reportedly sells the product online for GHc2550 each at GHc4500 rather, says it hasn’t gone ahead with the purchase.
The claim of not effecting the purchase is in spite of final approval by the company for the purchase on March 7, 2024.

In a statement issued today, April 1, 2024 COCOBOD admitted the legitimacy of the Memo but claimed that the idea for buying the keyboards was only a proposal from the Information Systems Department of the Company.

The PR Outfit of the Company also claimed that the the Management of COCOBOD had not sanctioned the purchase yet, while the minutes on the face of the Memo showed various approvals for the deal, with the final being minuted a day after Ghana’s independence anniversary.

Significantly, the detailed minutes on the Memo showed that the approvals started on February 27, 2024 through February 28, 2024 to March 7, 2024.
Only thing that may have been outstanding could have been the actual purchase and payment of same, not the approvals, sources say.

The failing COCOBOD is chaired by former NPP Chairman and Veep Bawumia’s campaign lead, Peter Mac-Manu. It also has BoG Governor Ernest Yedu Addison, a Deputy Finance Minister, a Deputy Minister of Trade, COCOBOD CEO, Joaeph Boahen-Aidoo and others on the Board.

Some Ghanaians have expressed concern on how the troubled company saw the need to buy 15 keyboards at higher than market prices for Members of the Board who mostly also serve in top public positions within the same Government.

The IMF in its last review of the Company for Ghana’s bailout barely a year ago in May 2023 noted that the Company was distressed, having generated losses for years under the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia administration.

“Ghana’s Cocoa Board (Cocobod) — the state-owned entity mandated with facilitating cocoa production and exercising export monopoly — has accumulated annual losses for many years, due to high rollover cost of outstanding cocoa bills, high purchase price to cocoa producers compared to its operational costs,

and elevated quasi-fiscal operations (e.g., fertilizers provision, rural roads development) that have also been a burden on the Board’s administrative expenses.”

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Sankara Nationals FC Clinches Win at Yapei FC to Take Top Spot in Zone 1A

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Published : 11 October 2025

Published at: 7:37Pm

By Saibu Terry

In a Pulsating match at the Jinapor Stadium on Saturday, October 11, 2025, Sankara Nationals FC secured a hard-fought victory over Yapei FC, moving them to the top of the Access Bank Division One League Zone 1A standings.

The visitors took the lead just before halftime when midfield maestro Mohammed Salis Toufick’s strike to give Sankara Nationals a 1-0 advantage at the break.

Earlier in the game, Yapei FC was awarded a penalty in the 35th minute, but Sankara Nationals’ goalkeeper Kalala made a spectacular save to deny the home side.

In the second half, Yapei FC pushed hard for an equalizer, but Sankara Nationals’ defense held firm. The Yendi-based club’s resilience paid off, earning them a narrow win.

With this victory, Sankara Nationals FC now tops Zone 1A after 3 matches with two wins one draw with 7 points.

Coach Mohammed Bashiru Joe Baah’s side will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming match at the Yendi youth resource center against Northern city Fc.

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Sheihu Dalhu Celebrates UDS, Presents Giant Trophy to the Team

Leader of Ahlul Bayt and Shia Community in Northern Region, Sheihu Abdul Mumin Dalhu has presented a giant glittering trophy to UDS Football Team in honor of their glory at the World Universities Game in Dalian, China.

While the players were sharing their reflections of their remarkable success on Sagani TV’s ‘GAME DAY’ Sports Program in Saturday, 11th October, 2025, the Prominent Islamic Cleric, took everyone by surprise including the producers and host of the program, joining the playing body LIVE in the studio to celebrate their feat and presented them with the trophy as surprise package for their performance.

He also presented a Wrist watch to the Head of the Technical team, Coach Shaibu Tanko as appreciation for guiding the side to chalk such a success.

The gesture by Sheihu Dalhu demonstrates joy the University has brought to the people of the North through sports, representing pride and recognizing the need to reward hard work.

Before the presentation, Sheihu Dalhu lauded players for their bravery and fighting spirits, exalting their patriotism which served as catalyst to their deserved triumph, emphasizing that they should continue to exudes patriotism in every endeavor as it is a pillar for success in life.

The revered Islamic Scholar also re-echoed the voices of some advocates that the University for Development Studies deserves to have its own stadium to further harness talents for the nation.

On behalf of the team, the captain of the side, Mohammed Asigri thanked the Zongo Chief in Tamale for the enormous gesture done them.

Story by : Inusah Dondaliya

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2025 Best Graduating Law Student is the Daughter of A.B.A Fuseini

Latifa Teiya Fuseini was emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student of the Ghana School, the Class of 2025.

Among the 824 Lawyers who have been called to the Bar today at the ceremony held in Accra Conference center, Latifa Teiya Fuseini rose above all to become best graduating student through excellence academic work, due diligence and meticulousness.

She received John Mensah Sarbah memorial prize, the highest honor for the best graduating student, becoming the third student from KNUST to win the award in a row.

Going viral following her emergence with flying colors as the Overall best learner of the Law during the graduation, many have been itching to know her background and the stuff she made of to wet their appetite.

In a quest to satisfying the demand of the curious minds on the subject matter, Ghananewsnet.com has delved deeper into ascertaining the personality of Latifa Teiya Fuseini.

With authority and certainty, Ghananewsnet.com can Divulge that she comes from the home of knowledge, wisdom and Proverbs as she is a daughter to A.B.A Fuseini, a Ghanaian seasoned Politician and Former MP for Sagnarigu Constituency, known for his proverbial pronouncement and prowess in every context especially on his public commentary.

Born in Accra, she is the second child amongst four siblings sharing Biological ties with Hon. A.B.A Fuseini. Latifa Teiya is believed to be in her mid 20s now.

Before joining the Ghana School of Law to pursue her law studies, she acquired her LLB from KNUST.

Story by: Inusah Dondaliya

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