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Dasuma Radio Announces Dates For 8th Clan Soccer Tournament
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Published: September 21, 2026
Published at: 08:33am
By Saibu Terry
Dasuma Radio 99.1Mhz has announced that the 8th edition of its annual Clan Soccer Tournament will be held from December 20 to 27, 2026, in Yendi, with eight historic clans set to compete for honours.
The tournament, which has become a major sporting event on the Dagbon calendar, will be held under the theme: “8 Clans, One People, One Dagbon: Celebrating Unity Through Football.”
According to the organising committee, the competition is aimed at using football as a platform to promote peace, unity and brotherhood among the people of Dagbon.
Eight clans to compete
The participating clans are Goonji’nima, Laabangsi, Nakohi’nima, Macheli’nima, Lungsi, Mohi, Sapashin’nima and Wanzama.
The tournament was instituted in 2019 by the Chief Executive Officer of Dasuma Radio, Alhaji Baba Daney, following the resolution of the Dagbon Chieftaincy conflict.
Since its inception, the competition has grown into a major community sporting festival and a key attraction during the December festivities in Dagbon.
The opening ceremony is scheduled for December 20 at the Yendi Youth Resource Centre, with the tournament’s matches taking place at the Yendi Astroturf from December 21 to 26.
The competition will officially come to an end on December 27, with the closing ceremony also scheduled to take place at the Yendi Youth Resource Centre.
The organising committee said the official fixtures, competition rules and sponsorship packages would be announced in due course.
Football enthusiasts who are unable to attend the matches in person will be able to follow the action through live commentary on Dasuma Radio 99.1MHz, popularly known as the “Voice of Sankarayili.”
Chairman of the Organising Committee, Alhaji Abdul-Halim Rubai, has called on clan heads, supporters, sponsors, media organisations and the general public to support the tournament.
He said the support of stakeholders would be crucial to making the 8th edition a success while strengthening the tournament’s role as a platform for unity and peaceful coexistence in Dagbon
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Quality Ice CEO Alhassan Iddi Donates Deep Freezer to Sankara Nationals FC
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Published: 21 October 2026
Published at: 11:09Am
By Saibu Terry
The Chief Executive Officer of Quality Ice, a leading producer and distributor of quality mineral water in Yendi and the Eastern Corridor, Mr Alhassan Iddi, has donated a brand-new deep freezer to Sankara Nationals FC to support the club’s operations.
The donation was made on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the club’s headquarters in Yendi, with representatives of the playing body and management receiving the item on behalf of the club.
The delegation was led by players’ leadership representatives Mohammed Salis Toufick and Sulemana Murtala, alongside management member Tahiru Osman.
Mr Iddi’s gesture is expected to contribute to the club’s operational needs as Sankara Nationals FC continues its campaign in the 2026/27 UMB Division One League.
Quality Ice has established itself as one of the major producers and distributors of quality mineral water in Yendi and the wider Eastern Corridor, with the donation reflecting a show of support for the development of football in the area.
Speaking on behalf of the club’s Chief Executive Officer, Alhaji Osman Baba Daney, management member Tahiru Osman, popularly known as Orga, expressed profound gratitude to Mr Iddi for his generosity and commitment to supporting the club.
He assured the donor that the deep freezer would be put to its intended use and maintained appropriately for the benefit of the club.
The management, players, technical staff, supporters and all stakeholders of Sankara Nationals FC have expressed their appreciation to Mr Iddi and Quality Ice for the timely support.
The club has also offered prayers for God’s blessings upon the donor, asking for continued prosperity and success in his business endeavours.
The donation comes at a positive moment for Sankara Nationals FC, who are enjoying an impressive start to the 2026/27 UMB Division One League season.
The Yendi-based side currently lead the Zone One A standings with 13 points from five matches, having recorded four wins and one draw.
Their unbeaten run has strengthened their position at the top of the table as they continue to pursue their ambitions in the ongoing campaign.
The club’s management has consistently called for support from individuals, businesses and other stakeholders to help sustain its progress and strengthen its efforts both on and off the pitch.
Mr Alhassan Iddi’s donation is another welcome contribution towards that objective, with Sankara Nationals FC expressing optimism that such acts of goodwill will inspire further support for the club.
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NLA Presents GH¢10 Million Dividend to Government
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Published: October 2, 2026
Published at : 05:59Pm
By SAIBU TERRY.
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has presented a GH¢10 million dividend to the Government of Ghana, marking the Authority’s return to contributing directly to the Consolidated Fund.
The cheque was presented by the NLA Board and Management to the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, with Director-General Mohammed Abdul-Salam leading t8he Authority’s delegation.
The payment represents the NLA’s first dividend contribution to the state since 2017, according to reports on the presentation.
Dr. Ato Forson welcomed the development but stressed that the contribution should not be treated as a symbolic gesture. He called for sustained efforts by the NLA to improve its revenue generation and deliver greater financial value to the state.
The Finance Minister further disclosed that the Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the NLA and the Attorney-General, is reviewing existing revenue-sharing agreements involving the Authority. According to him, the review is intended to address arrangements that may have limited the revenue accruing to government.
In a statement shared on his Facebook page, NLA Director-General Mohammed Abdul-Salam said the dividend reflects the Authority’s renewed focus on efficiency, transparency and revenue generation.
He said the NLA would continue working to strengthen its operations and contribute meaningfully to national development through its statutory mandate.
The GH¢10 million payment is therefore being positioned as part of broader efforts to improve the NLA’s financial performance and strengthen its contribution to Ghana’s public finances.
The NLA has also urged the public to remain vigilant against fraudsters and scammers who may seek to exploit the Authority’s name for fraudulent activities.
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GABBSO Hospital Zone Treats Dakpema Pupils and Staff to Free Haircuts
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Published: September 26, 2026
Published at: 05:11
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Pupils and staff of the Dakpema Primary and Junior High School were met with a pleasant surprise on Friday, September 25, 2026, as the Hospital Zone of the Ghana Association of Barbers and Barbering Salon Owners (GABBSO) rolled out a free haircut outreach at their school compound.
The community focused initiative brought smiles to the faces of over 100 students, providing them with fresh grooming free of charge.
According to leadership, the exercise forms part of the association’s broader corporate social responsibility to give back to society and support parents within the local community.
Speaking during the outreach, the Regional Secretary of GABBSO, Mr. Abu Abdulai, who also serves as the Northern Regional Secretary for Association of Small Scale Industries(ASSI) took the opportunity to champion industry unity.
He urged fellow barbers operating within the region who have yet to join the association to register, emphasizing the numerous welfare and professional benefits members stand to gain.
Mr. Abdulai also made a direct appeal to the Member of Parliament (MP) who double as Ghana Education Minister, Honourable Haruna Iddrisu, calling for partnership and financial or logistical support.
He noted that with backing from the lawmaker, GABBSO can successfully scale up the initiative to reach many more schools across the constituency.
