Author: Fiifi Sey

The Ministry of Education has expressed grave concern over the sexual abuse of a 14-year-old student with autism at the Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS) in the Upper East Region, allegedly by two watchmen employed at the school. In a statement dated Thursday, August 20 and signed by the Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, the Ministry condemned the incident in the strongest terms, describing any act of sexual abuse or exploitation of a child under the school system’s care as unacceptable and one that “will not be tolerated”. “Schools exist to protect and nurture students, and…

The Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Akosua Manu, has rejected GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi’s challenge for Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin to identify a page in the institution’s accounts showing that it made a loss. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, August 19, Akosua Manu argued that the challenge was based on what she described as a “technical sleight of hand” intended to shift attention away from the financial losses associated with the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP). She cited the IMF Ghana Country Report, particularly paragraphs 13 and 14, which she said documented…

New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong says he is deeply humbled by the support and confidence expressed by delegates from 12 constituencies in the Ashanti Region. Mr Kodua said his engagements with the delegates had reinforced his belief that the party’s grassroots remain confident in the reforms, structures and leadership approach he has pursued as General Secretary. He described the region’s support as a strong endorsement but stressed that it also came with a responsibility to continue serving the party. “Home is home, but home does not owe me its support. Its trust must be earned through…

President of the Social Workers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Arnold Kodjo Divine Exorgbe has received the Africa Social Work and Development Network Annual Award for 2025 at a colourful ceremony in Nairobi, Kenya. The Awards held in July recognised excellence in African social work and social development. Receiving the award, Mr. Arnold Kodjo Divine Exorgbe said, “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Africa Social Work and Development Network for nominating me to receive this prestigious award. I’m deeply humbled and incredibly grateful to accept the Social Development Award from the Social Development Network to be recognized…

Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority Osman Abdulai Ayariga has rejected the long-standing narrative that African youth are merely “leaders of tomorrow”, insisting that young people are ready to assume leadership responsibilities now. Mr Ayariga said the youth must move away from waiting for an undefined future and instead demand opportunities to contribute to governance, national development and decision-making in the present. Addressing participants on Day Two of the 2026 National Youth Conference at the KNUST Great Hall in Kumasi, he said the National Youth Authority’s message to young people was that “the action is now”. “Every day…

Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA) Osman Abdulai Ayariga has urged Ghanaian youth to move beyond being passive recipients of government interventions and take an active role in shaping the country’s future. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 National Youth Conference at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Mr Ayariga said young people must recognise their capacity to influence national development through their ideas, skills, leadership and civic participation. He said the conference, held under the theme ‘Rebuilding Values, Inspiring Patriotism: Empowering the Youth in the…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, on Friday, August 7, visited the National Chief Imam to seek his prayers and blessings ahead of the upcoming National Youth Conference. The meeting formed part of a broader engagement with key national stakeholders as the Authority intensifies preparations for the conference, which is expected to serve as a platform for dialogue on youth empowerment, leadership and national development. Mr Ayariga said the guidance and support of respected religious leaders remain critical to fostering a sense of unity and shared responsibility among Ghana’s youth. The National Chief Imam…

Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority Osman Ayariga has warned that the growing misuse of social media by young people is eroding patriotism and weakening the values needed to build a stronger democracy. Addressing the Christian Council of Ghana during National Youth Month celebrations, he said digital platforms should be used to educate, unite and inspire rather than spread insults, misinformation and hostility. According to Mr Ayariga, the digital age has created unprecedented opportunities for young people to learn, innovate and participate in national development. However, he noted that these opportunities are increasingly being overshadowed by irresponsible online…

Tahiru Iddisah Omega has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Bole-Bamboi Constituency. In a statement issued on Sunday, August 2, Mr Omega said his decision was motivated by his commitment to the ideals of the party and his belief that effective communication remains critical to political organisation, mobilisation, and electoral success. Mr Omega, who highlighted his decade-long service to the NDC, said he has gained the necessary experience and networks to lead the Constituency Communications Bureau. He currently serves as Spokesperson to the Member of Parliament…

The African Agribusiness Consortium (AAC), together with the Jospong Group of Companies, has held a thanksgiving service for the successful return of its Ghanaian scholars from Russia, using the occasion to announce plans to sponsor another batch of students under its growing agricultural scholarship programme. The thanksgiving service, held at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Trasacco, on Sunday, August 2, brought together executives of AAC and the Jospong Group, parents, graduates, representatives of RUDN University, academics, and development partners to express gratitude to God for the successful completion of the students’ academic journey. Delivering her address, Chief Executive Officer…