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Old Achimotan Association 2002 Secures Key Government Support for Landmark Educational Infrastructure Project
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Old Achimotan Association 2002 Secures Key Government Support for Landmark Educational Infrastructure Project

The Old Achimotan Association (OAA) 2002 Year Group has secured key government backing for its Girls’ House Legacy Project and is pleased to announce the appointment of Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, Minister for Education, as Patron of the initiative. This follows a high-level meeting between an OAA 2002 delegation led by Vice President Akora Bernice Koranteng Agyapong and Fundraising Representative Akora Papa Yaw Aboagye and the Minister and the Ministry’s Chief Director Mrs. Lydia Essuah. The engagement resulted in strong government endorsement, with the Minister pledging support to help fast-track the project. The Girls’ House is a flagship Silver Jubilee Legacy Project marking the group’s 25th anniversary and contributing to Achimota School’s Centenary in 2027. It addresses a critical nee...
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Vice President Opens 74th WAEC Council Meeting, Honours Top WASSCE Performers
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Vice President Opens 74th WAEC Council Meeting, Honours Top WASSCE Performers

The Vice President of Ghana, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has officially opened the 74th Annual Council Meeting of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), hosted in Ghana this year. Addressing delegates at the ceremony, the Vice President commended member governments for their sustained commitment to WAEC, describing it as one of the most effective examples of regional cooperation in West Africa. She noted that the Council continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the human capital of participating countries while maintaining high standards in education. She emphasized the need for WAEC to preserve its credibility and integrity, particularly in tackling examination malpractice. According to her, addressing the issue requires a collective effort involving schools, communities, a...
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KNUST Declares Several Former Students Persona Non Grata Following Dismissals
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KNUST Declares Several Former Students Persona Non Grata Following Dismissals

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has issued a notice declaring several former students persona non grata on its campus following their dismissal from the university in July 2025. According to the notice released on March 9, 2026, the affected individuals include Roland Botwe Nsiah (Student No. 21079431), Bernard Boadi (Student No. 21161358), John Kelvin Kane (Student No. 21125897), Felix Acquah (Student No. 21090747), and Francis Tutu Atuahene (Student No. 20782684). All five were reportedly dismissed from the university effective July 21, 2025. The university stated that, following their dismissal, the individuals are no longer permitted on campus grounds and are therefore considered persona non grata. The notice further indicated that anyone who encoun...
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Vice President Celebrates Holy Child School’s 80th Anniversary, Commends Legacy of Women’s Empowerment
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Vice President Celebrates Holy Child School’s 80th Anniversary, Commends Legacy of Women’s Empowerment

The Vice President of Ghana, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has praised Holy Child School for its longstanding contribution to the empowerment and education of young women during the school’s 80th Anniversary celebration and Speech and Prize Giving Day. Addressing students, staff, alumnae, and parents at the colourful ceremony in Cape Coast, the Vice President expressed delight at joining the school community for the milestone event. The celebration was highlighted by an impressive parade performed by the students, which drew admiration from guests and participants. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang commended the institution for nurturing generations of women who have served Ghana with distinction across various sectors. “Holy Child School continues to exemplify a tradition grounded in discipline ...
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National Peace Council  Intensifies School Sensitization Campaign in Akuapem North
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National Peace Council  Intensifies School Sensitization Campaign in Akuapem North

The Eastern Regional branch of the National Peace Council (NPC) has launched a major sensitization drive at Okorase Methodist JHS B in the Akuapem North Municipality, aimed at equipping students with practical skills in conflict prevention, tolerance, and non-violent dispute resolution. The initiative, spearheaded by the Eastern Regional Peace Council (ERPC), forms part of ongoing efforts to promote peaceful coexistence and discipline in basic schools across the region. Conflict Is Natural, Violence Is a Choice Speaking at the event, ERPC Programmes Manager, Osmond Appiah Danquah, emphasized that while conflicts are inevitable in school environments, violence is avoidable. “Conflicts are natural wherever people interact, especially among young people,” he stated. “However, viol...
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Western North Peace Council, NCCE Sensitize Watico Demonstration JHS Students on Peace and Online Safety
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Western North Peace Council, NCCE Sensitize Watico Demonstration JHS Students on Peace and Online Safety

The Western North Regional office of the National Peace Council, in collaboration with the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has organized a Peace Education and Online Safety sensitization programme for students of Watico Demonstration Junior High School. The outreach programme, held on March 3, 2026, forms part of ongoing efforts to promote peaceful coexistence and responsible digital behaviour among young people in the region. Promoting Peaceful Conflict Resolution Students were taken through practical lessons on conflict resolution, responsible behaviour, and the importance of dialogue in resolving disagreements. Facilitators encouraged learners to adopt non-violent approaches in handling disputes both within and outside the school environment. Speaking during ...
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President’s Independence Day Awards Celebrates 52 Outstanding Students in Accra
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President’s Independence Day Awards Celebrates 52 Outstanding Students in Accra

Fifty-two exceptional school children from across the country were honoured at this year’s President’s Independence Day Awards ceremony held on Wednesday at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). The Deputy Minister for Education, Clement Apaak, represented the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, at the prestigious event. He joined the Vice President of the Republic, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, to celebrate the academic achievements of the awardees. Inclusive Selection Across All Regions In his remarks, Dr. Apaak commended the Ghana Education Service (GES) for conducting what he described as an inclusive and transparent selection process. He noted that this year’s awards ensured participation from all 16 regions of Ghana, with students drawn from both public and priv...
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Alleged Assault on Adisadel College Student After Inter-Schools Sports Event
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Alleged Assault on Adisadel College Student After Inter-Schools Sports Event

The Central Regional Police Command is investigating an alleged assault involving students of Aggrey Memorial Senior High School and Adisadel College following an inter-colleges sports festival in Cape Coast. According to police, on 20th February 2026 at about 7:30 p.m., authorities of Aggrey Memorial Senior High School reported to the Kotokuraba Police Station with six juvenile students over their alleged involvement in an attack on Rexford Owusu-Ansah, a final-year student of Adisadel College. Preliminary investigations indicate that the incident occurred earlier that day at about 3:30 p.m. at Pedu Junction, shortly after the final event of the inter-colleges sports festival held at the Cape Coast Stadium. The victim was reportedly leaving the stadium with two friends when they wer...
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Three Students Arrested Over Assault on Obráchire SHS Student in Viral Video
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Three Students Arrested Over Assault on Obráchire SHS Student in Viral Video

Three students of the Swedru School of Business have been arrested in connection with the assault of a student from Obrachire Senior High School, an incident that was captured in a viral video circulating on social media. The arrests followed an engagement between the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), COP/Ms. Lydia Yaako Donkor, and the management of the Swedru School of Business on Sunday, February 23, 2026. At about 9:00 p.m. on the same day, authorities of the school handed over three suspects — all students of the institution — to the Swedru Divisional Police Command. The suspects have been identified as: Joseph Amoh, 20 Benedict Appiah, 18 Bilal Mamud, 18 Police confirmed that the three have been formally arrested and will be put ...
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Police Engage Two Schools Over Student Violence in Central Region
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Police Engage Two Schools Over Student Violence in Central Region

The Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, has engaged the management of Swedru School of Business and Obrachire Senior High Technical School following a recent violent incident involving students from the two institutions. The meeting was convened in response to public concern over the incident, which has drawn widespread attention both within the Central Region and beyond. During the engagement, COP Donkor emphasized the need for calm and cooperation as the Police work to comprehensively address the matter. She directed the management of Swedru School of Business to produce the students involved within 24 hours to assist ongoing investigations. According to her, compliance with the directive would help ensure a swift and thorough...
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