The Eastern Regional Education Directorate in consultation with the Municipal Security Council, has shut down Akro Secondary Technical School in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality of the Eastern Region. This comes after some students assaulted two suspected thieves who invaded the girls’ dormitory on Friday, January 21. One of the suspects later died at the St. Martin’s De Porres Hospital. The Education Directorate in the region, says the decision to shut down the school is to avert any reprisal attacks. Emmanuel Acheampong, who speaks for the Ghana Education Service in the Eastern Region confirmed the closure to Citi News saying, it is to restore safety in the school for a successful completion of the 2021 academic year. “Given the situation, a good number of the students have already left although we are yet to complete the academic year of 2021. We started with the examinations but under the current situation, it will not be safe to keep them so we have asked that they go back home so that if everything normalizes we come back safe and continue to finish the academic year.” One of the suspects first entered the school but luck eluded him after he was caught by the students and beaten to pulp. Later on, another unnamed accomplice illegally came in demanding the release of his counterpart amidst threat on the student body but he was also apprehended and assaulted. School authorities say they’re not sure how the criminals managed to get onto the school compound. “One thief came in the night and we managed to apprehend him. While we were keeping him for the police to come for him, another one emerged threatening the student that, if the other thief is not released, he will bring others from the town to beat them up. This infuriated the students and they beat him. We managed to rescue him. The police came in and took him to the hospital. Upon reaching there he was pronounced dead.” “The thief was caught by the students so they started beating him before we came out of our bungalows. We do not know how he managed to get into the compound because the place is walled. So we do not know if he scaled the wall and he did not even keep quiet but he came threatening the students, and that is what annoyed them”, the Headmaster of the school, Charles Osombaa stated. In the meantime, the Eastern Regional Police Command has intensified security at the school. The Odumase District Commander, Supt. Doris Grant in an interview with Citi News, said officers have been stationed to patrol the area. Police investigations have since been launched into the incident. “I had information that some two boys had invaded the school, and they were thieves. My men responded and came here and saw that they had been physically assaulted. I gave directives that they should be taken to the hospital. Unfortunately, one died”, Supt. Doris Grant The remains of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital mortuary for autopsy, while the surviving suspect, Odoi Solomon, is still responding to medical treatment. Story by: Neil Nii Kanarku

The National Council of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has suspended its strike over the non-implementation of 2017-2020 conditions of service In a statement, the council said validation of January 2022 salaries has, however, confirmed the implementation of the conditions. This means teaching activities will continue in all the 46 public colleges of education from Tuesday, January 25, 2022. The end of the strike, notwithstanding, the council said it had noted some “disproportionate anomalies” in the payment of areas. “Unequivocally, the leadership of CETAG would like to express its utmost displeasure and grave concern about the manner in which the payment of the 2017-2020 CoS arrears has been implemented,” the statement noted. “CETAG expects that the needed steps will be taken by stakeholders to remedy the situation by paying fully all unpaid arrears in February 2022 by the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD),” it added. It also said it expects the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission “to take steps to re-engage the leadership of CETAG to conclude the negotiations of the 2021 CoS before the end of February 2022.” Credit: Citinewsroom

Two persons have been shot dead in the Bawku Municipality of the Upper East Region, while eight others were wounded. The attack occurred on Sunday at about 4:00 pm in Daduri, a suburb of Bawku, where some unknown persons attacked and shot at some persons engaged in CFA Franc trading. Citi News sources indicate that the incident resulted in the death of two persons. Two out of eight persons wounded in the act have been transferred to the Tamale teaching hospital for treatment, while the remaining six are receiving treatment at the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital and the Bawku Presbyterian Hospital. Insecurity in Bawku has been a major concern since December 27, 2021, when there was gunfire in parts of the town following attempts to perform the final funeral rites of a Chief who died about 41 years ago. The violence resulted in a curfew being placed on the entire township and a ban on smock wearing. There was also a ban placed on male pillion riders. Thirteen persons were subsequently arrested and airlifted to Accra following the violence. The incident also resulted in heavy security deployment to communities within the municipality. Credit: Citinewsroom

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the government of President Muhammadu Buhari over “secrecy in the spending of loans so far obtained, the unsustainable level of borrowing by the government and the 36 states, debt crisis, and the disproportionately negative impact of these retrogressive measures on poor Nigerians.” In the suit number ECW/CCJ/APP/05/22 filed last week before the ECOWAS Court of Justice in Abuja, SERAP is seeking: “An order directing and compelling the Federal Government to issue an immediate moratorium on borrowing by itself, and the 36 states, in conformity with the country’s international human rights obligations.” SERAP is also seeking “an order directing and compelling the Federal Government to publish details of spending of the loans obtained by governments since 1999 including the list of projects and locations of any such projects on which these loans have been spent.” In the the suit filed by SERAP and behalf of concerned Nigerians, the organization contends that, “Persistent and unsustainable borrowing by the federal and state governments and the crippling debt burden undermine the rights of Nigerians to economic and social development, and are antithetical to the public interest.” SERAP is arguing that, “The crippling debt burden is a human rights issue within the jurisdiction of the ECOWAS Court because when the entire country is burdened by unsustainable debts, there will be little money left to ensure access of poor and vulnerable Nigerians to legally enforceable socio-economic rights.” SERAP is also arguing that, “There is lack of transparency and accountability in the spending of the loans so far obtained, and opacity around the terms and conditions in loan agreements, including repayment details for these loans. The details of the projects on which the loans are spent are shrouded in secrecy.” SERAP is also seeking “an order directing and compelling the Federal Government to conduct assessment of the borrowing by governments since 1999 to address the dire consequences of unsustainable debts on people and communities and to ensure that borrowing at all levels of government considers the human rights impacts.” In the suit filed by SERAP lawyers Kolawole Oluwadare and Opeyemi Owolabi, the organization contends that, “Long-term unsustainable debt can be a barrier to the government’s ability to mobilize resources for human rights, and may lead to taxes and user fees that impact negatively on vulnerable and marginalized Nigerians.” The suit, read in part: “If not addressed, the escalating borrowing and looming debt crisis would cripple the ability of both the Federal Government and the 36 states to deliver ensure basic socio-economic rights, such as quality healthcare, education, and clean water of the most vulnerable and marginalized sectors of the population.” “Without a moratorium on borrowing, the Federal Government and many of the 36 states may be caught in a process driven mostly by creditors’ needs. This will result in an exorbitant social cost for the marginalized and vulnerable sectors of the population.” “The ability of the Nigerian government to ensure human rights is inextricably related to the ability to spend needed resources. Growing debt burdens and debt repayment difficulties will have negative impacts on the ability of the Defendant to fulfill the basic socio-economic rights of poor and vulnerable Nigerians.” “Sustainable debt management by the Federal Government and state governments will contribute to mobilizing resources for human rights and essential public services, and promote a culture of responsible borrowing.” “The Federal Government and many of the 36 states would seem to be in debt distress or at high risk of debt distress. According to reports, the Senate and House of Representatives recently approved the loans of $5,803,364,553.50 and a grant component of $10m under the 2018-2020 External Borrowing (Rolling) Plan of the Federal Government.” “This followed previous approvals by the National Assembly of $16.2 (16,230,077,718) billion loan; €1 (1,020,000,000) million and a grant component of $125 million loan; $36.8 billion, €910 million loans, and a grant component of $10 million; $8.3 billion and €490 million loans; $6.1 billion, $1.5 billion and 995 million loans; and $4(4,054,476,863), €710 million and grant component of $125 million.” “Several of the 36 states are also facing a debt crisis, and vicious debt cycles. According to the Debt Management Office, the foreign debt stock of the Federal Government, 36 state governments and the Federal Capital Territory presently stands at $37.9bn.” “The loans from China alone amount to $3.59bn. According to the UN Independent Expert on foreign debt and human rights, Nigeria faces debt service relative to tax revenues that exceed 20 per cent, with escalating social tensions linked to poverty and inequality.” “According to the World Bank’s IDA FY21 Report, with debt exposure of $11.7 Billion US Dollars, Nigeria ranked fifth among the top 10 countries with highest debt risk exposure. The top four countries are India with $22 billion, Bangladesh ($18.1 Billion), Pakistan ($16.4 Billion), and Vietnam ($14.1 Billion).” “While it is critical for the Federal Government and state governments to have adequate resources to fund their budgets, it is equally critical for governments to give consideration to the human rights impact of borrowing. Persistent borrowing is inconsistent with the country’s human rights obligations.” SERAP is also asking the ECOWAS Court for the following reliefs: A DECLARATION that the failure of the Defendant to halt the persistent and unsustainable borrowing amounts to a breach of the Plaintiff’s and other Nigerians’ rights to the enjoyment of socio-economic rights, and development, as guaranteed under articles 2, 9, 11, 12 and 13 of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, and articles 2, 15, 16, 17, 22 and 24 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights. A DECLARATION that the failure of the Defendant to halt the persistent and unsustainable borrowing amounts to a fundamental breach of Nigeria’s human rights obligations under the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, and the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights. AN ORDER directing and compelling the Defendant to adopt and ensure effective measures to address transparency and accountability gaps in spending of loans, and the systemic and widespread corruption in ministries, departments and agencies, as documented by the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation, including in the 2019 Audited Report. AN ORDER OF PERPETUAL INJUNCTION restraining the Defendant and its agents from embarking on unsustainable borrowing until the human rights impact assessment of the previous borrowing is conducted and recommendations fully implemented. SUCH FURTHER orders the Honorable Court may deem fit to make in the circumstances of this suit. Story by: Socio-Economic Rights & Accountability Project

A Senior Manager for Mining AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Mine, Stephen Asante Yamoah, has observed that the order on Maxam Ghana Limited to suspend operations in Tarkwa is going to have an adverse effect on mining operations in the country. He stated that majority of extractive companies depend heavily on Maxam for their explosive materials. “So now whatever safety lapse that doing this period is left, we need to close them. So for now if there is an explosive still sitting in a hole, which when detonated can cause damage to the environment and other things we need to make sure all is safe. And this will be followed strictly and under the supervision of the site manager and the workers who will be on site”. Nevertheless, he agrees that measures including the shutdown order, should be instituted to ensure that all is well. “We are in agreement with the directive from the Minerals Commission… it is in their capacity as the regulator to take action. Secondly, the action is for the safety of the public and the site. So we will work closely with the Minerals Commission and the Chamber of Mines and other explosive suppliers in the country to ensure that the impact is reduced…” His remarks followed a prohibition notice for the mine support service company – Maxam Ghana Limited – to suspend operations at its Tarkwa production site. Western Region Manager of the Commission Isaac Mwinbelle explained that the order is only in conformity to what the Minerals and Mining regulations require to be done when such mining disaster happens. “As part of our investigations and processes and also as part of the requirements of the Minerals and Mining regulation LI 218 (2) [Health and Safety Technical regulations and LI 217 (7) [Explosive regulations] when we think that there is further harm that could be caused as a result of the operating of any site, the law allows the inspector to close down the site and ask all workmen are removed from site to ensure the safety of the workers, the safety of the site and the safety of the general public”. He added: “Even though the explosion did not happen here, the site ought to be closed down because this is the source of the material, this is where the explosives were manufactured, where they are stored and transported to the various sites… so we must get to the source. So we are stopping them so that we can complete all investigations into the matter and whatever the recommendations that come out, we then make them public”. Mr. Mwinbelle maintained that the order is not to suggest or pronounce the company guilty but only to satisfy the law. “The closure should not be misconstrued as pronouncing the company guilty. We are just following the law. We are still going through investigations. Remember the Police are also doing their investigations at the spot. Till we put all these together, look at what the requirements are, then we will be able to tell who is culpable and who is not. But at this stage, it is not possible for us to say that this person is culpable or not.” He stated that to ensure that the company complies with the directive “we are going to assign two officers who will be on this site both morning and night because the site runs day and night”. “The site manager will also be required to stay on site and that it is his duty to offer remedial actions which will ensure the safety of the explosives and the skeletal people who will make sure that the site is safe…” Source: 3news.com

Gold Fields Ghana Limited has donated essential items worth US$29,000 to support persons displaced by the explosion at Apiate in the Prestea Huni-Valley Municipality on Thursday. The items include 400 mattresses, 75 camp beds, 15 tents, 400 bags of sachet water, 20 bags of 25kg rice and assorted provisions. Mr Robert Siaw, the Regional Manager for Community Relations, made the donation on behalf of Gold Fields at the Saint Michael Catholic Church Parish Hall at Bogoso. Mr Siaw noted that Gold Fields was saddened by the unfortunate incident and the donated items were to offer immediate relief to the victims. He said the top executives of Gold Fields decided to offer support to the affected persons. "We came with a team of medical officers and our Safety and Protection Services managers. They will conduct a quick survey to ascertain the immediate needs of the victims,” he said. Receiving the items on behalf of the victims, Dr Isaac Dasmani, Municipal Chief Executive of Prestea Huni-Valley, expressed gratitude to Gold Fields for the prompt response and goodwill. “This kind of donation has come at a time that the people actually need them most," Dr Dasmani said. He said the Municipal Assembly appreciated Gold Fields’ continuous support over the years. Dr Dasmani gave the assurance that the items would be distributed to the victims and appealed to other organisations and philanthropists to come to the aid of the affected persons. The deadly incident at Apiate occurred last Thursday, January 20, 2022, when a truck owned by Maxam Ghana Limited conveying explosives allegedly collided with a motorcycle causing a massive explosion, which killed 13 people, injured 179 and destroyed 31 houses. Vice President Bawumia, Friday, led a government delegation to the community and commiserated with the bereaved families and the injured. He said the government would take care of the medical bills of the injured while efforts were ongoing to rehabilitate and rebuild temporary houses for those affected. The Vice President, on behalf of the government, donated GHc200,000 to the bereaved families for their upkeep and presented assorted items, including mattresses, rice, cooking oil, and toiletries to over 300 persons displaced by the explosion. Meanwhile, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Mr Samuel Abu Jinapor, has directed the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission to interdict the Chief Inspector of Mines, Mr Kofi Adjei, over the Apiate explosion. The Minister also asked the Minerals Commission to suspend the registration of Maxam Company Limited with the Minerals Commission, thereby precluding the company from the manufacture, transportation, and/or supply of explosives for mining operations. Source: GNA

The Leadership of Sera Matrix in partnership with International Republican Institute (IRI) has charged Ghanaian Journalists to reactivate the fight against illegal mining in the country. According to Sera Matrix, although it is deadly fight, he is confident the fight will be won. In an exclusive interview with Thinknewsonline.com, the Executive Partner of Sera Matrix, Kojo Impraim said "I know this is a dangerous and deadly fight but if we come together, we will win the battle" Explaining the rationale behind the tag 'The Crying Voices', he said "We are of the view that the voices of people that matter on the demand side of illegal mining have been muted for far too long. These are the unemployed youths, persons with disability among others" He added that he is confident, the Editor's Forum will not only gather under one umbrella critical thinkers but also task Journalists to reactive the fight against the galamsey. Mr. Impraim further noted that he is saddened by how the activities of the Chinese have not only destroyed the rivers bodies and lands but also rendered most persons poor. Sharing his horrible experiences while covering illegal activities, Investigative Journalist, Erastus Asare Donkor said "I gave up at a point because all my efforts weren't appreciated. I defied odds and went to dangerous zones to name and shame the wrong doers" Erastus challenged the Akufo-Addo government to reassign a special team to reinvestigate the already dispatched military men. The seasoned Journalist stressed that should President Akufo-Addo turn a blind eye on the activities of illegal miners in the country, it will spell doom. He called on fellow Journalists to come together and win the war. "Some of my colleagues are even engaged in the activities and they share information with them. There is hardship in the country and so if an illegal miners should bribe a media person with GHc50,000; he or she will sell his/her rights" Freelance Journalist, Edem Srem said "I have been told by miners that the task force come to them and take money from them and they leave them to work" Mr. Srem added that some task force members are in the galamsey business to enriches. Mr. Srem suggested that once the foreigner nationals are put into groups and given a specific area to mine, it will help in confining them. "This means that once they go beyond the area, you can punish them or if you give them an area and you give them a regulation that after mining, they have to cover the pit and make sure that the place is reclaimed then that is possible but to leave them to do whatever they like will not help solve matters" Mr. Srem took a swipe at the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), saying it has failed Journalists in the country. On her part, Zubaida Mabuno Ismail told the gathering that about 10% of Ghanaian women have ventured into activities neglecting the health complications. She added that although worrying, the women do so inorder to gather money to feed their family. "In Tarkwa where I grew up, it was sometimes difficult to get water and now that the activities of galamsey has taken over, I cry for my people" "The environment has also been polluted because of the chemicals used in the illegal mining. It has even made the storing of rainwater a problem" He appealed to fellow Journalists to defy all odds and come together to win the fight. Below are some pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Following the directive by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor, the Western Regional Inspector of Mines has in accordance with an order from the CEO of Minerals Commission shutdown operations of Maxam Company Limited on Saturday 22nd January, 2022. Mr. Isaac K Mwimbelle, the Western Regional Manager of the Minerals Commission disclosed this during the closure of the company that it has become necessary for his outfit to take drastic measure to forestall future happenings. He said the shutdown of the entity is to pave way for further investigations and mentioned that a final report will be forwarded to the Head Office of the Commission in Accra for onward submission to the sector Minister. He added that the Minerals Commission has issued a prohibition notice to the company, barring them from undertaking any form of activity at the site. “Based on the initial investigations that we are conducting, we find it prudent to evoke the law which states that if the inspector has any reason to believe some operation can result in further danger, then we should caused a cessation of same. “We went to Maxam and asked them to stop work whiles we continue the investigations and make necessary recommendations to the CEO for onward submission to the Hon. Minister. “We issued what we called prohibition notice which means they are not allowed to hold any activity on the site and they are to remove equipment from the site for their own safety”. To ensure that the directive is enforced, Mr. Isaac Mwimbelle stated that the Commission has deployed two members of staff to stay at the site. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Thinknewsonline.com can confirm that government through the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has interdicted the Chief Inspector of Mines, Kofi Adjei over the Apiate explosion. According to a communique issued by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the interdiction is with immediate effect. In a statement signed by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, it said "Consequently, the Hon. Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel A. Jinapor, MP, has, as at 21st January, 2022, directed the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission to interdict the Chief Inspector of Mines with immediate effect, pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation into the tragic events which took place at Apiate" The statement further revealed that the Lands Minister, Samuel Abu Jinapor has also directed the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission to suspend the registration of Maxam Company Limited. "Further, the Hon. Minister has directed the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission, with immediate effect, to suspend the registration of Maxam Company Limited with the Minerals Commission, thereby precluding the company from the manufacture, transportation and/or supply of explosives for mining operations, pending the outcome of investigations into this matter" It is emerging that pursuant to regulation 2 of the Minerals and Mining (Explosives) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2177), the Chief Inspector of Mines is the chief inspector of explosives, and is responsible for the supervision of the manufacture, storage, transportation, and use of explosives for mining and mine support services. The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources wishes to assure the public that the ongoing investigations will be thorough and comprehensive. It also hinted that any public official found culpable will be made to face the full rigors of the law. Below is a copy of the release: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Mr Samuel Abu Jinapor, has warned that government will deal ruthlessly with anyone found to have breached the Minerals and Mining Regulation regarding the transportation of explosives. The warning follows the constitution of a committee comprising officials from the Minerals Commission, security agencies, Ghana National Fire Service and National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) to complete investigations into the explosion. Mr Jinapor, who accompanied Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to commiserate with the bereaved families of the Appiatse disaster on Friday, said the investigations would be thorough to determine the actual cause of the incident. Mr Jinapor noted that the manufacture, storage, transportation and use of explosives was governed by law, particularly the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) and the Minerals and Mining (Explosives) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2177). He assured that Government would implement all recommendations from the investigations to forestall future occurrence. The Ministry would hold meetings with all stakeholders, including mining companies, Ghana Chamber of Mines and mine support service companies, to discuss the entire regime of handling and use of explosives and other hazardous chemicals for mining, with a view of developing safe and healthy mining operations and support services in the country, he stated. Preliminary investigation confirmed 13 persons dead, 179 affected and 31 houses torched. A vehicle transporting 10 tonnes of ammonium nitrate from Tarkwa to Chirano Gold Mine allegedly collided with a motorcycle resulting in the explosion, killing dozens of people at Appiatse in the Prestea Huni Valley Municipality. Credit: GNA

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Damongo Constituency, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor, MP, on Friday, January 21, 2022, joined a Government delegation led by the Vice President of the Republic, His Excellency Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, to visit the Apiate community and commiserate with the victims of the Thursday explosion. The delegation included Ministers and Deputy Ministers of State, senior officers of the security services and officials of the Minerals Commission. The explosion, which occurred around midday on Thursday, January 20, 2022, resulted from a collision between a truck belonging to Maxam Ghana Limited which was transporting explosives to a mining company, and a tricycle. The impact of the collision is said to have caused the explosives to detonate, causing the vehicle to explode. The situation was exacerbated by a nearby transformer which also exploded in the process. Initial reports indicate that about thirteen (13) people have died in the process, while over a hundred people suffered various degrees of injuries. The injured are being treated in nearby hospitals, with some referred to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. The impact of the explosion also caused damage to several houses in the community, leaving many families displaced. The Government delegation was briefed by the security agencies on the ground, and the chief of the community. Speaking to the media at the site of the explosion, the Vice President expressed the condolences of Government to the bereaved families and conveyed the President’s sympathy to the injured and displaced families. He said Government has directed the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, to coordinate with the State Housing Company and the mining companies, to rebuild the destroyed houses. This is without prejudice to any liabilities and/or criminal culpability whatsoever. The delegation also visited some of the injured in the hospital and the displaced families who are being housed in schools and churches. The Vice President disclosed that Government will be fully responsible for the medical expenses of all the injured persons. The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, through the Minerals Commission, is working with the security agencies, including the military, the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana National Fire Service, and the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) to complete investigations into the incident. The sector Minister, Mr. Jinapor, has assured that the investigations will be thorough, to determine the actual cause of the incident and its aftermath. He noted that the manufacture, storage, transportation and use of explosives, is governed by law, particularly the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) and the Minerals and Mining (Explosives) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2177). Mr. Jinapor said any person found to have flouted these regulations will be made to face the law. He assured that Government will implement all recommendations that will result from the investigations, to ensure that such incidents do not occur in future. The Minister also said the Ministry will hold meetings with all stakeholders, including mining companies, Ghana Chamber of Mines and mine support service companies, to discuss the entire regime of handling and use of explosives and other hazardous chemicals for mining, with a view of developing safe and healthy mining operations and support services in the country. Below are some pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Captain of the Senior National Team, Black Stars, Andre Dede Ayew has rendered an apology to the nation for their abysmal performance at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2021) in Cameroon. According to Dede Ayew, they (players) did not make Ghanaians proud. In an interview monitored by Thinknewsonline.com, the Captain said "We didn't make Ghanaians proud. We are sorry" He further apologised for not taking the team to the next stage. "We are very disappointed in ourselves because this is not Ghana" Dede Ayew said. Background It will be recalled that the Black Stars were kicked out in the ongoing AFCON 2021. The Black Stars were kicked out after losing to Comoros. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith