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Russia beat Ghana in EUFA International Tourney
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Russia secured a convincing 3-1 victory over the Black Starlets in the UEFA International Tournament. The match, held in Zenit, showcased the prowess of both teams, but it was Russia who emerged triumphant despite the Black Starlets dominating possession.
The game started with an explosive opening as Vadim Shilov of Russia swiftly found the back of the net just four minutes into the match, sending the Russian fans into a frenzy of celebration. The early goal set the tone for Russia’s quick passing play in the first half.
Shilov continued to make his mark on the game, confidently converting a penalty on the 30th minute, extending Russia’s lead to 2-0. The Russian onslaught didn’t stop there, as Zakhar Chushkin added to the tally just three minutes later with a well-placed strike, putting Russia comfortably ahead 3-0.
Despite being down by three goals, the Black Starlets displayed resilience and determination, never backing down from the challenge. Their efforts were rewarded when Ernest Ofori, who came off the bench, managed to pull one back for the Black Starlets on the 64th minute, scoring a consolation goal that injected a spark of hope into the Ghanaian side.
Throughout the match, the Black Starlets showed their prowess in possession, dominating both halves of the game. Their control of the ball demonstrated the potential of the Ghana side, who are currently preparing for the upcoming WAFU Zone B U17 tournament in Ghana next month.
Looking ahead, Ghana will aim to bounce back from this defeat as they face Serbia in their next group game on Friday.
With valuable lessons learned from their encounter with Russia, the Black Starlets will undoubtedly be determined to showcase their strength and determination on the field.
The electrifying clash between Russia and Ghana served as a testament to the passion and excitement of international football, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next thrilling match in the UEFA International Tournament.
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Traders, ‘Okada’ riders take over Circle pavement
• Korle-Bu CEO with staff of Nivaansh MediQas
Activities of traders and drug addicts are contributing to make the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange (Circle) area very uncomfortable and unsafe for commuters.
Day in and out, pedestrians are ‘ejected’ from the pavement created for their safety as traders preferred to sell their wares on that space.
That hinders the free movement of the pedestrians.
The small space left for the pedestrians are also shared with ‘Okada’ riders.
As if these woes are not enough for a commuter on a single day, they also have to navigate carefully to avoid clashes with drug addicts and the mentally challenged.
These people have turned the pavements into their places of abode, covering every inch of space with their wares.
Our photographer, Lizzy Okai, captures some of the unfriendly scenes the authorities must try and deal with to restore sanity to the area.
By Lizzy Okai
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NDC outlines demands before committing to Peace Pact
The National Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has set forth specific conditions that the party insists must be met before considering signing the Peace Pact advocated by the National Peace Council in anticipation of the December 7 elections.
Mr. Nketia expressed scepticism about the effectiveness of past Peace Pacts, highlighting that they had not achieved their intended outcomes, particularly referencing the 2020 elections, during which eight NDC members were allegedly killed by national security operatives without accountability.
During an August 20 meeting with the National Peace Council at the NDC headquarters, Mr. Nketia detailed the certain conditions for the NDC’s participation in the Peace Pact.
The NDC is demanding that the recommendations from the investigation into the violence during the Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election be fully implemented.
They also want those responsible for election-related violence in the last election to be prosecuted, stressing the importance of justice and prevention.
The party is calling for accountability regarding irregularities in the printing of ballot papers and insists that visible measures be taken to prevent such issues from happening again.
They are also pushing for a thorough investigation into the missing IT equipment from the Electoral Commission’s (EC) warehouse, expressing concerns about the integrity of the EC’s systems and the potential bias of its staff.
Furthermore, the NDC is urging the President to publicly commit to respecting the results of the 2024 elections. Lastly, the party insists that the Peace Pact should be signed by key figures, including the Inspector General of Police, the Chief Justice, the Attorney-General, and the National Security Coordinator, before they will consider signing it themselves.
Source: Citinewsroom.com
