Thursday, October 30

Education

Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipal NCCE organises quiz competition for selected schools
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Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipal NCCE organises quiz competition for selected schools

The Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has organised a quiz competition for four selected schools within the area as part of this year’s Independence Day celebrations. The Reverend Dunwell Methodist Junior High School (JHS), Rev Grant Methodist JHS, Rev Cobbah Yalley JHS and Nana Brempong Yaw III Memorial JHS Complex participated in the contest. It was on the theme: “Ghana’s Future – Our Collective Responsibility” and attended by some officials from the Western Regional Directorate of the NCCE, Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipal Education office, Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), other heads of departments, teachers and pupils from the participating school schools, among others. At the end of the co...
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University students urged to adopt positive attitudes
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University students urged to adopt positive attitudes

Professor Frederick Kwaku Sarfo, the Vice Chancellor of the Akenten Appiah-Menka University for Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), has asked university students to be discipline and adopt positive attitudes towards life. He said the future of the country rested on their shoulders and they could not fail, therefore it was important for them to adopt attitudes that would make them useful to themselves, their families, the country as a whole. Prof. Sarfo made the call at the matriculation of fresh students at the university in Kumasi. A total of 13,066 students, made up of 11,920 undergraduate and 1,146 post-graduate students, were admitted pursuing various courses at the university. He said the University was mandated to provide well-thought through skill...
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53 Outstanding Students Honored at President’s Independence Day Awards
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53 Outstanding Students Honored at President’s Independence Day Awards

The annual President’s Independence Day Awards ceremony took place today, recognizing 53 exceptional students from across the country, including those with special needs. The prestigious event, held in Accra, was attended by several distinguished guests, including the Minister for Education, members of the Council of State, traditional rulers, and representatives from Nestlé. Representing His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, a key speaker extended congratulations to the awardees and emphasized the importance of nurturing young scholars. In an address to the students, he urged them to stay dedicated to their academic pursuits while appreciating the critical roles played by the government, teachers, parents, and mentors in their success. He also encouraged them to uplift others as t...
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Mfantsiman Old Girls’ Association National Executives tasked to grow alma mater  
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Mfantsiman Old Girls’ Association National Executives tasked to grow alma mater  

Mfantsiman Old Girls’ Association (MOGA) has inducted its newly elected National Executive Committee members with the mandate of coordinating the affairs of the alumni community to advance the growth of its alma mater in various areas of endeavour.   The induction ceremony, held at the Accra Ridge Church on the theme, “Igniting a New Future on the Foundation of Our Forebearers,” witnessed the celebration of leadership, service, and camaraderie to create a brighter, more promising future for the new generation.   The 10-member National Executive Committee members sworn in by Her Honour, Eleanor Kakra Barnes-Botchway are Henrietta Opokua Amissah as President, Shirley Tony Kum as Vice President, Vivian Naa Momo Tackie as Financial Controller, Florence Ohene-Kyei as Executive C...
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Government will ensure academic freedom in tertiary institutions- Education Minister   
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Government will ensure academic freedom in tertiary institutions- Education Minister   

Mr Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, has expressed the government's commitment to ensuring unfettered autonomy and academic freedom in tertiary institutions.   The move, the Minister stated, was necessary for tertiary education institutions to fulfil their respective mandates without interference.   This was in a statement read by Dr Emmanuel Newman, Director of Tertiary, Ministry of Education, on behalf of the Minister at the climax of the 75th anniversary of Accra Technical University (ATU).   It was on the theme: "75 Years of Impacting Society and Driving Innovation."   He encouraged the University to come up with innovative ideas and adopt the best practices in teaching research for the socio-economic transformation of the nation. ...
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KNUST Student Found Dead on Campus, Investigation Underway
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KNUST Student Found Dead on Campus, Investigation Underway

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) is mourning the tragic loss of a student after her lifeless body was discovered on campus in the early hours of February 27, 2025. According to a statement released by the university’s management, KNUST Security Services received a report at approximately 5:00 a.m. regarding a deceased female near the KNUST Disability and Rehabilitation Centre. The body was swiftly transported to the University Health Services, where medical personnel confirmed her passing. The deceased has been identified as Miss Joana Deladem Yabani, a fourth-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. Her family has been formally notified, and the university has extended its deepest condolences to them. Authorities have launc...
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COHBS demand immediate payment of responsibility allowance arrears by March
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COHBS demand immediate payment of responsibility allowance arrears by March

The Conference of Heads of Basic Schools (COHBS) in the Volta Region has called on the government to settle all outstanding responsibility allowance arrears for headteachers by the end of March 2025. At a press conference in Ho, Mr Vincent Gordor Stephen, the Volta Regional Chairman of COHBS, said he was worried that nearly one-third of headteachers in the region have been denied their rightful allowances for years, significantly affecting their morale and commitment. “It is unacceptable that headteachers, who bear the heavy responsibility of managing schools, are being denied their due allowances. This has demoralised not only headteachers but also teachers under their leadership. We demand that all arrears be paid in full without any deductions for taxes,” he stated. COHBS furth...
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Company Founder invests GHC1.8 million in C.K. Kope community School
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Company Founder invests GHC1.8 million in C.K. Kope community School

Torgbui Xornametor, who doubles as Vincent Kaledzi, the Board Chairman and Founder of Star Oil Company has invested GHC 1.8 million in the C.K. Kope Community at Abotoase, a fishing community under Biakoye District of Oti Region. The investment has enabled the construction of a state-of-the-art and equipped primary and junior high schools. The new school, which was officially handed over to the community, boasts of modern classrooms, science laboratories, a library and computer laboratory. The facility was designed to provide a conducive learning environment for students, empowering them to reach their full potential. Mr Philip Atieku, CEO of Star Oil, in a speech read on behalf of Torgbui Xornametor, recounted the humble beginnings of Star Oil, which started as a small fuel re...
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Chalk Talk Foundation Africa prepares JHS final-year pupils for BECE
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Chalk Talk Foundation Africa prepares JHS final-year pupils for BECE

The Chalk Talk Foundation-Africa, in partnership with the Youth Association, has launched its ‘2025 Prodigy Examination’ aimed at preparing final-year basic pupils for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The programme which was on the theme “The Dream Ghanaian Child,” is to identify and recognise exceptionally gifted pupils in Tema, encourage and motivate learners to strive for academic excellence, and raise a Ghanaian child who is confident, a problem-solver, a critical thinker, and a good communicator.  Mrs. Bernice Sefakor Doviah, the School Improvement Support Officer (SISO) for Tema Metro, stated that the initiative was to nurture individuals who would be ready to thrive and change the world through learning. Mrs. Doviah mentioned that pupils must move beyond ...
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“No Nation can develop without mathematics” – Prof Ibrahim Seini
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“No Nation can develop without mathematics” – Prof Ibrahim Seini

Professor Ibrahim Yakubu Seini, Dean of the Department of Physical Sciences at the University for Development Studies (UDS), Nyankpala has said no nation can develop without mathematics. He explained that mathematics played a critical role in unlocking the potential in students and preparing them for opportunities for the future. Professor Seini said this while delivering the 17th professorial inaugural lecture in fulfilment of his appointment as a Professor of Applied Mathematics in Tamale. He said mathematics drove innovation and was key to addressing global challenges such as climate change, healthcare, and cyber security, among others. "Mathematics opens numerous opportunities to students in virtually all fields of studies, its influence has expanded to areas such as artifi...
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