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Abdul Latif Wunzalgu

Also known as: CPS Abdul Latif

Abdul Latif Wunzalgu — GAZ Nobles midfielder who won Man of the Match in Ghana's U17 Africa Cup of Nations playoff against Uganda, scoring twice with an assist.

2026-05-222026-10-29

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … And if it has any truth, then we will know the steps to take to avoid that,” Chief Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Prisons Service, CPS Abdul Latif, told Myjoyonline. …

    Wontumi is safe in Nsawam prison; he’s not getting preferential treatment – Prisons Service
  3. Joy Online

    … Speaking to Myjoyonline, Chief Public Relations Officer for the Ghana Prisons Service, CPS Abdul Latif, said the Service is investigating the matter. …

    We’re investigating Wontumi’s claim of an attempt to poison him – Prisons Service
  4. Daily Guide

    … The historic goal followed a set-piece routine initiated by Abdul Latif Wunzalgu. …

    Black Starlets Beat Togo 1-0 In WAFU B Championship
  5. June 2026
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    At an age when many are yearning for their breakthrough, Abdul Latif Wunzalgu has already had a glimpse of what the future could hold. …

    The journey of Abdul Latif Wunzalgu, a rising starlet
  7. May 2026
  8. Joy Online

    … Rather, the team relied heavily on the individual brilliance of Robinho Gavi, Eric Gyamfi, and Abdul Latif. …

    Hindsight: Laryea’s revenge, Ogum’s regrets, and the GFA’s (near) decade of decadence
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    … The Black Starlets returned strongly for the second half and restored their lead through Abdul Latif Wunzalgu, whose goal looked set to send Ghana to the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar later this year. …

    Black Starlets miss out on FIFA U17 World Cup after 8-7 shootout defeat
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    … The Black Starlets returned strongly for the second half and restored their lead through Abdul Latif Wunzalgu, whose goal looked set to send Ghana to the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar later this year. …

    Black Starlets miss out on FIFA U17 World Cup after 8-7 shootout defeat
  11. Joy Online

    … Against the run of play, Abdul Latif restored Ghana’s lead after pouncing on a loose ball. …

    Laryea Kingston’s Uganda beat Ghana 8-7 on penalties to secure U-17 World Cup spot and extend Black Starlets’ absence to nine years
  12. Joy Online

    … Against the run of play, Abdul Latif gave Ghana the lead, after pouncing on a loose ball.The goal was created by Gyamfi, whose cross from the left was beautifully dummied by Clement Agyei, leaving Latif to stab home for the lead. …

    FIFA U17 World Cup playoffs: Uganda beat Black Starlets on penalties to qualify
  13. Joy Online

    … They were identified as Iddrisu Salawudeen, 19, who was allegedly found in possession of nine sachets of 250mg Tramadol, and Abdul Latif, 21, identified by the Police as a user of narcotic substances. …

    Northern Regional police arrest 24 suspects, retrieve suspected Indian hemp and Tramadol

Yesterday

  1. Ghana Prisons Service assures Wontumi is safe at Nsawam

    The Ghana Prisons Service has stated that convicted former Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) is well and safe in custody at Nsawam Prison and is not receiving preferential treatment. The service is investigating Wontumi's claim that inmates attempted to poison him.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Prisons Service investigates Wontumi poisoning claim

    The Ghana Prisons Service is investigating convicted Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi)'s claim that prison inmates attempted to poison him, though the report came through his spokesperson rather than directly from Wontumi. The Prisons Service spokesperson noted that attempted poisoning incidents are uncommon in Ghana.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online →

Monday 12 October

  1. Black Starlets defeat Togo 1-0 in WAFU Zone B U-17

    Ghana's U-17 football team defeated Togo 1-0 in the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship on Saturday in Ouagadougou, with midfielder David Kwarteng scoring the tournament's first goal in the seventh minute. The victory gives Ghana top spot in Group A and positions them well for qualification to the 2027 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations.

    12 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 5 June

  1. Abdul Latif Wunzalgu earns Black Starlets call-up via GAZ Nobles

    The GAZ Nobles Football Club youngster from Agona Swedru earned his first call-up to Ghana's Black Starlets and won Man of the Match in the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations World Cup qualification play-off against Uganda, scoring twice and providing an assist.

    5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 25 May

  1. Laryea Kingston's Uganda beats Ogum's team in Morocco tournament

    Laryea Kingston's Uganda team defeated a side coached by Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum at the El Abdi Stadium in El Jadida, Morocco, showcasing Kingston's mastery of tactical and practical coaching as he pursues his CAF License A certification.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Black Starlets eliminated from U17 World Cup after penalty shootout loss

    Ghana's Black Starlets missed qualification for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup after losing 8-7 on penalties to Uganda following a 2-2 draw in the play-off match at the U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

    25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Black Starlets eliminated from U17 World Cup after penalty shootout

    Ghana's U17 team lost 8-7 on penalties to Uganda following a 2-2 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations play-off, ending their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup.

    25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 23 May

  1. Uganda beats Ghana 8-7 on penalties, secures U-17 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Starlets failed to qualify for the FIFA U-17 World Cup after losing 8-7 on penalties to Uganda following a 2-2 draw, extending the team's absence from the tournament to nine years.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Uganda defeats Ghana Black Starlets in U17 World Cup playoff

    Ghana's Black Starlets failed to qualify for the FIFA Under 17 World Cup after losing to Uganda 8-7 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in normal time.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Northern Regional police arrest 24 suspects for drug offences

    The Northern Regional Special Operations Team arrested 24 suspects and retrieved quantities of substances suspected to be Indian hemp and Tramadol during an anti-drug operation in Tamale Metropolis on May 20, 2026, as part of efforts to combat drug peddling in the region.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 22 May

  1. Black Starlets beat South Africa but exit U17 AFCON on lot draw

    Ghana's Black Starlets defeated South Africa 3-1 in their final 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations group match but were eliminated after a drawing of lots went against them; Ghana and Algeria finished level on points and identical goal differences, forcing the lot draw to decide the second-place finisher.

    22 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

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