Organizers of Yaw Sarpong's peace song launch, Think Media Expert wish to announce to the general public that in view of the sudden death of former President Jerry John Rawlings, the date for the launch, originally scheduled for Friday,13th November,2020 has been postponed to Tuesday,17th November 2020. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sports-all-sporting-events-should-be-played-behind-closed-doors-ministry-of-youth-and-sports Any inconvenience caused is deeply regretted. Story by: News Desk Report

Aduana Stars will open the 2020/2021 Ghana Premier League season at home when they welcome Hearts of Oak on Saturday. Paa Kwesi Fabin and his men would want to begin the campaign with a victory at the Nana Agyemang Badu I park. Aduana were leading the championship last term before its termination due to the coronavirus outbreak. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 Despite not making major reinforcements and also losing star midfielder Elvis Opoku to Legon Cities on the transfer deadline, they remain a force. Yahaya Mohammed netted a hat trick in last season's opener against Inter Allies FC, his availability for this match will be a booster for the Dormaa side. But the talisman who scored 11 goals in 14 games last term is a doubt for this weekend's fixture. Fabin would surely count on the experienced forward for a successful campaign. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos New recruit Emmanuel Osei Baffour could be making his first bow if he makes the Fire Boys match squad for the game. Hearts of Oak are journeying to Dormaa Ahenkro with the motive of opening the season with a victory over Aduana. The Phobians would be aiming to end their trophy droughtiness this term and that requires a very good start to the campaign. Hearts of Oak have not won the Ghana Premiership since they last clinched the ultimate in 2009. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sports-c-k-akonnor-eyes-victory-in-first-competitive-game-as-ghana-coach Edward Nii Odoom and his guys held the Fire Boys to a scoreless stalemate at the same venue last season. Abednego Tetteh and Abdul Aziz Nurudeen who tested positive for COVID-19 last week will not be making the trip to Dormaa Ahenkro. Nigerien import Abdourahmane Lawali is in line to make his debut for the Rainbow club on Saturday. Hearts of Oak will be missing the services of Nigerian striker Ademola Kuti who picked an injury in the pre-season. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sports-all-sporting-events-should-be-played-behind-closed-doors-ministry-of-youth-and-sports Ghana U20 skipper Daniel Afriyie Barnieh will join the Phobian squad for the game on Saturday. Source: Ghanasoccernet.com

Ghanaian Investigative Journalist, Anas Aremeyaw Anas has joined millions around the world to mourn and pay their tribute to the family of late President Rawlings following the demise of the former head of state. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 In a tweet sighted by ThinkNews Online, Anas said "You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them, but the only thing you can't do is ignore them because they change things.” Papa J, thanks for inspiring us with your leadership in good and bad times" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos The Investigative Journalist added "Rest In Peace, Flight-Lieutenant" See embed tweet below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

President Nana Addo Dankwa-Akufo-Addo on Friday morning visited Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings to console the family on the death of former President Jerry John Rawlings. President Akufo-Addo led a government delegation to the Ridge residence of the former president following an official communication of the death to the government on Thursday evening. An entourage of key members of the government accompanied President Akufo-Addo to the Ridge residence of former President Rawlings where President Akufo-Addo met and interacted with former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 The president's arrival at the house of the late former president was preceded by that of other government officials including Vice President, Dr Mahamadu Bawumia and his wife Samira. Shock waves reverberated across the length and breadth of the country late Thursday morning as the disturbing news of the demise of former President Jerry John Rawlings broke. The former President, who had ruled the country from 1981 to 1992 as Chairman of the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC) and from 1993 to 2000 as a democratically elected President, died at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra. The family, which confirmed the sad news of his death, said he had passed away after a short illness. A statement signed by a daughter of the former President, Dr Zanetor Rawlings, requested privacy “at this difficult moment” and gave an assurance that funeral arrangements would be announced in due course. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sports-c-k-akonnor-eyes-victory-in-first-competitive-game-as-ghana-coach Like a thunderbolt, the death of the 73-year-old Rawlings, Ghana's longest-serving Head of State, hit the nation hard and all the heated political activities have been grounded until further notice. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo declared seven days of national mourning, from today Friday, November 13, 2020, in memory of former President Rawlings. The President has also directed that all national flags should fly at half-mast throughout the country for the next seven days. The flag at the Jubilee House has started flying at half-mast. “In honour of the memory of former President Rawlings, the Vice-President and I have suspended our political campaigns for the same period,” he said. President Akufo-Addo, who together with the Vice-President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, announced the suspension of their campaigns, also conveyed the deep condolences of the government and the people of Ghana to the wife of the late President and former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, their children and the family “in these difficult times”. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), former President John Dramani Mahama, has also suspended his six day campaign tour of the Ashanti Region following the death of the founder of the party. Mr Mahama described the onetime military leader and two-time President of the Fourth Republic as an "iconic leader", and that the NDC needed time and concentration to mourn his passing and celebrate his legacies. Many associates of the former President, including those who served in his government, have been visiting his Ridge residence to commiserate with the family of the former President, who supervised the burial and funeral of his mother only about three weeks ago. Personalities who visited the Rawlings residence included International Evangelist and former cadre, Rev. Dr Lawrence Tetteh; boxing legend, Professor Azumah Nelson; a former Minister of Health, Mr Samuel Nuamah-Donkoh; a former Minister of Education, Dr Ekwow Spio-Garbrah; businessman, Mr Alfred Agbesi Woyome; a former Minister of Transport, Mrs Dzifa Attivor; a former Minister of Defence, Dr Ben Kunbuor; a former Deputy Minister of Finance, Mr Kweku Ricketts-Hagan, and a former Central Regional Minister, Mr Aquinas Tawiah Quansah. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-mahama-suspends-ashanti-regional-tour-over-rawlings-death-video The news of the passing of the former President, whom many describe as a charismatic leader, has broken the hearts of many in the regions, with some expressing surprise at the sudden death. While social media is buzzing with messages of condolence from across the world, people who worked closely with him are yet to come to terms with the untimely death of the celebrated statesman. Source: GraphicOnline.com

The Communications Directorate at the Ministry of Youth and Sports says in line with the directives of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to organize football matches behind closed doors without spectators in the midst of covid-19 pandemic spike globally, it is directing all sporting events including the premier league matches to be played behind closed doors without spectators. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 In a communique sighted by ThinkNews Online, it said "All teams must also ensure testing of their team members as required for matches. Any team without covid-19 test clearance will not be allowed into any of our sporting facilities for training or matches" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos The Ministry says it is wishing all teams well in the coming sporting events. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sports-c-k-akonnor-eyes-victory-in-first-competitive-game-as-ghana-coach See the release and pictures below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Ghanaians will today, November 13, 2020 begin a seven day period of national mourning for the late president, Jerry John Rawlings. The Former president passed on yesterday after a short illness, throwing the entire nation into a mournful mood. As a sign of respect to the departed statesman, all flags across the nation are to fly at half mast. a communication from the president announcing the seven day period of national mourning reads: READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-mahama-suspends-ashanti-regional-tour-over-rawlings-death-video "I have directed that all national flags should fly at half-mast for the next seven (7) days in all parts of the country, and have declared seven days of national mourning from Friday, 13th November to Friday, 20th November. In honor of the memory of former president Rawlings, the vice president and I have suspended our political campaigns for the same period ", the President announced. I'm extremely disturbed and saddened by Rawlings' death- Akufo-Addo. The president has meanwhile expressed profound sadness and regret at the death of ex-president Jerry John Rawlings, whom he described as a man with great energy and dynamism. He said news of president Rawlings' passing has left him extremely disturbed and saddened. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 President Akufo-Addo was speaking at the flag staff house when the Family of the late president called on him to officially inform him of the ex president's demise. The president said he was yet to fully assimilate the unfortunate information. "I was given this information on Thursday morning when I arrived at the office. I find it hard, up to now , to really assimilate this information. This is a man with great vitality, dynamism and energy ", he said. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos "He and I had a tempestuous relationship... I believe that we came to see value in each other by the end. I am extremely disturbed and saddened by his passage", Akufo-Addo added. Story by Rodney Tsenuokpor

Late Flt. Lt. Jeremiah Kwesi Rawlings John was born on Sunday 22, June, 1947 to late James Ramsey John, a renowned chemist from Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire in Scotland and late Victoria Agbotui, a native of Dzelukope in Keta in the Volta Region. EDUCATION The Late Flt. Lt. Jeremiah Kwesi Rawlings John had his education at the Achimota School in Accra After completing his education at Achimota school, the late Former President later continued at the Military Academy School in Teshie in the Greater Accra Region. After successfully completing his training at the Military Academy School, Late Rawlings found himself in Takoradi to continue his education and completed in 1968 as a Pilot Officer, claiming a "Speed Bird Trophy" as the best cadet in flying the Su-7 ground attack supersonic jet aircraft as he was skilled in aerobatics. Late Rawlings later earned Flight Lieutenant in April 1978. While under the Ghana Air Force, Rawlings professed a decline in chastisement and morale due to corruption in the Supreme Military Council (SMC). As elevation took him into connection with the fortunate classes and their social values, his view of the prejudices in civilization hardboiled. He was thus stared with some restlessness by the SMC. After the 1979 coup, he tangled himself with the student community of the University of Ghana, where he settled a more collectivist thought through reading and dialogue of social and political ideas. 1979 MILITARY AND COUP Late Rawlings grew disgruntled with Ignatius Kutu Acheampong's government, which had come to power through a coup in January 1972. Late Acheampong was suspected not only of bribery, but also of continuing Ghana's reliance on pre-colonial influences that led to monetary waning and poverty. Rawlings found himself part of the Free Africa Movement, an subversive crusade of military brigadiers who wanted to amalgamate Africa through a successions of overthrows. Late President Rawlings and some soldiers in May 1979 thespian a revolution against the General Fred Akuffo, it did not succeed He was then sentenced to death for his coup acts but some soldiers managed to get him out of prison in 1979 On 24 September 1979, supremacy was calmly given to him by then President Hilla Limann. Two years later, Rawlings expelled President Hilla Limann in a coup d'etat on 31 December 1981, demanding that noncombatant rule was frail and the country's economy was worsening. The assassinations of the Supreme Court Justices (Cecilia Koranteng-Addow, Frederick Sarkodie, and Kwadjo Agyei Agyepong), military officers Major Sam Acquah and Major Dasana Nantogmah also befell in the second military rule of Rawlings. See pictures below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

A Loyalist of the ruling News Patriotic Party (NPP), Hajia Fati has accused the flagbearer of the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama of being responsible for the death of Ex President Rawlings. According to her, John Mahama used Late President Rawlings as a sacrifice in a bid to win the upcoming 2020 general elections. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-mahama-suspends-ashanti-regional-tour-over-rawlings-death-video In a video making waves on social media, Hajia Fati was captured saying "John Mahama, you have succeeded in killing Rawlings. You used his as sacrifice in your quest to win the election 2020. You will also die like a fowl. You killed Atta Mills. You are currently with the Asantehene. Asantehene, be on your guard else, he will kill you as well" It is however unknown what triggered Hajia Fati to go hard on Candidate Mahama. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 The viral video has received mixed reactions from some scores of social media users. Late Former President Rawlings died on Thursday morning at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital after a short illness. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos The former head of state was 73 years. Watch video below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Ghanaians were left in a state of shock when news broke of the death of Former President Jerry John Rawlings. The huge icon passed on to glory on Thursday November 13, 2020 after a short illness at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 Although the cause of his death still remains unknown, some scores of Ghanaians claim the former head of state dies as a result of covid-19. It will be recalled that he buried his mother some few weeks ago. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-mahama-suspends-ashanti-regional-tour-over-rawlings-death-video The death of the former president has not only shaken Ghana but African and the World at large. Below are some lovely pictures of Late President J.J. Rawlings during his days as Ghana's President: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Board Chairman of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Dr. Sammy Ohene says the attention of its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Delese Mimi Darko and the Governing Board of the authority has been drawn to a documentary aired on Joy News titled 'The Returned Bribe' alleging corruption and bribery in the organization. According to him, the matter came to the notice of the CEO in April 2020 adding Madam Delese Darko reported the case to the National Security which has since been conducting its investigations. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 In a statement sighted and signed by ThinkNews Online, it said "The CEO has reported the matter to the Board Chairman and the Administration is following its internal investigation and disciplinary processes. The Board has set up a committee which is investigating the matter in its entirely" The FDA says it is urging the general public to allow the Board and the appropriate investigative bodies to complete their investigations. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-mahama-suspends-ashanti-regional-tour-over-rawlings-death-video Below is a copy of the press release: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

November 14th is World Diabetes Day, a day to raise awareness for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This year’s theme is The Nurse and Diabetes. When managing diabetes and prediabetes, the eating plan is a powerful tool. What you eat is closely connected to the amount of sugar in your blood. The right food choices will help you control your blood sugar level. Below are foods that can help control your blood sugar levels: READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-mahama-suspends-ashanti-regional-tour-over-rawlings-death-video High Fiber Carbohydrates Foods that are rich in fiber can help you feel full for longer, preventing hunger pangs that might lead to snacking on foods that will spike high blood sugar. Eggs The egg is one of the most nutritious foods which are full of proteins. The protein will help keep you full without affecting your blood sugar. Protein not only slows digestion, but it also slows glucose absorption. This is very helpful if you have diabetes. Pumpkin and pumpkin seeds Brightly colored and packed with fiber and antioxidants, pumpkin is a great choice for blood sugar regulation. In fact, pumpkin is used as a traditional diabetic remedy in many countries. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/lifestyle-how-to-naturally-avoid-pregnancy-without-using-contraceptives-photos Beans and Lentils Beans and lentils are rich in nutrients, such as magnesium, fiber, and protein, that can help lower blood sugar. Leafy Greens Green vegetables are highly nutritious and have very low digestible carbs. Therefore, eating leafy greens is highly recommended for diabetics as they maintain blood sugar levels. Chia seeds Eating chia seeds may help benefit blood sugar control. Studies have linked chia seed consumption to reductions in blood sugar levels and improvements in insulin sensitivity. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sports-c-k-akonnor-eyes-victory-in-first-competitive-game-as-ghana-coach The writer, Lucy Chege is a registered and licensed nutritionist based in Kenya, proficient in medical nutrition therapy. Twitter: @LucyChegeM Instagram: @LucyChegeM Facebook: Lucy Chege READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 Disclaimer: ThinkNews Online is not responsible for the reportage or opinions of contributors published on the website.

Information reaching ThinkNews Online indicates that Former President of Ghana, Flt. Lt. Jeremiah John Rawlings has died at the age of 73. It is emerging that the Former Head of State passed on at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital after he collapsed at his Ridge residence Thursday morning. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-j-j-rawlings-dies-at-73 According to Dr. K. Abeberese, a staff doctor at the hospital, late former president was rushed to the hospital in an emergency van in a very critical condition. “We could examine he had difficulty in breathing and had lost all external stimuli, we did our best to control the situation and he was gradually responding to treatment.” Dr Abeberese added. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/sports-c-k-akonnor-eyes-victory-in-first-competitive-game-as-ghana-coach A team of doctors were said to have conducted a second survey on him after he respired abnormally and unfortunately he passed away just after 45 minutes of the second medical exercise. Though it’s obvious to provisionally attribute his sudden demise to cardiac arrest, doctors have assured the public they will soon release autopsy report to ascertain the real cause as the body is deposited at the morgue. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-mahama-suspends-ashanti-regional-tour-over-rawlings-death-video ThinkNews Online will be monitoring and will keep readers updated. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith