“Kumawu edged out Tepa by just 0.1 points, proving that every word, every line, and every page counts in the Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge.”
Author: J.O. Brefo
Mpatuam Clashes: Assembly Member Among Two Killed in Deadly Confrontation with Military
“The death of an Assembly Member during the violent clashes in Mpatuam has sent shockwaves through the Amansie West District, sparking grief, anger, and urgent calls for justice.”
Bono Regional NPP Chairman, Abronye DC Remanded into Police Custody Until Friday, September 12
“The remand of Abronye DC has sparked debate across political lines, with some hailing it as justice at work and others calling it politically motivated.”
WASSCE Disturbance at Wesley SHS, Konongo
“Students began hurling stones and sachets of water at teachers, forcing invigilators to flee to safety.”
Ghana Education Service to Investigate Alleged Examination Malpractice in 2025 BECE
“Cheating undermines the integrity of our education system, destroys meritocracy, and produces graduates who lack the competencies required for national development.”
Teacher, Two University Students Sentenced To 20 Months Imprisonment Over WASSCE Malpractices
“Examination malpractice is not only a betrayal of trust but a crime against the nation’s future.”
Randy Boakye Yiadom Lifts Kumawu into Quarter Finals of Otumfuo Challenge
“Kumawu’s triumph, led by Bodomase St. Stephen R.C. JHS, was celebrated widely by education authorities, traditional leaders, and the community — a true reflection of unity in promoting literacy.”
14 Arrested Across Ghana for Examination Malpractice in WASSCE 2025
“WAEC remains resolute in protecting the integrity of the WASSCE and will not hesitate to impose strict sanctions on candidates and institutions involved in malpractice.”
WAEC to Release Private BECE Results Friday, September 5
“The results of BECE for private candidates will be released by the close of today, September 5, 2025,” WAEC confirmed.
WAEC Shuts Down Kumasi Exam Centre After Examination Malpractice Scandal
“If we continue to allow and encourage these things in our schools, it means we are destroying the nation.” — David Oppong, Kumasi Metro Education Director
NTC Announces Registration Update for Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE) Reform
“The GTLE reform introduces new structures to ensure only well-prepared candidates enter the teaching profession.”
Former Jaman South MP, Hon. Yaw Afful Attacked in Armed Robbery on Drobbo-Benkum Road
“The attack on a former MP has raised fresh concerns about the safety of rural roads in Ghana’s Bono Region.”
“For God and Ghana”: CYO Jamboree Inspires Faith, Discipline, and National Unity at Asamang
“The youth are not just the future of the Church but also the living hope of Ghana — a call the CYO is equipping them to answer with faith, discipline, and service.”
President John Dramani Mahama Removes Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkonoo from Office
“This decision, though difficult, was taken in full respect of constitutional processes and the need to preserve public confidence in the judiciary,” the statement read.
President Mahama to Commission Damongo Camp Prison Built by Church of Pentecost
“Building prisons is not just about walls and fences; it is about offering hope, dignity, and second chances,”
99 Double-Track SHSs to Reset Back to Single Track in 2025/2026 Academic Year Beginning October
“The return of 99 schools to the single-track system is not just about timetables — it is about restoring dignity to teaching and giving students the time and space they deserve to learn.”
Faith and Discipline, Not Drugs: CYO Urges Ghanaian Youth to Choose Hope
“When you choose drugs, you choose to destroy your future and weaken your contribution to the country.” – Mr. Mensah Peter, SDA Hospital Asamang
“Youth Are the Hope of Ghana” – Snr. Crusader Opoku Joe Andrew Tells Crusaders at CYO Jamboree
“When the youth stand firmly in Christ, the Church is strengthened, and Ghana finds direction. You are the hope of the present, not just of tomorrow.” — Snr. Crusader Opoku Joe Andrew
Solomon Ofosu-Ware Elected Asante Kotoko National Supporters’ Chairman with 81% Landslide Victory
“This victory is more than numbers – it is a clear call for unity and stronger support for Kotoko’s journey ahead.”
Police Commander Calls on Catholic Church to Invest in Catholic Youth Organization (CYO)
“CYO prepared, selected, and sponsored me to Police Training, which has made me who I am today,” Chief Superintendent Assenso said, urging the Church to invest in its youth.
Ghana Education Service Extends Deadline for 2025 Teacher Promotion Applications
“No eligible teacher will be left behind — the promotion process will be fair and stress-free,” GES assured.
Daddy Lumba’s Family Announces One-Week Commemoration Ceremony at UG Stadium on August 30
“Daddy Lumba’s legacy lives on in every melody, but his passing has left a silence too heavy for Ghana to bear.”
Teacher Kwadwo Set to Be Reinstated After Dismissal from GES in 2021
“Teacher Kwadwo’s reinstatement marks not just a personal victory, but a powerful reminder that teachers’ voices matter in shaping Ghana’s education system.”
The Education Minister, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu to Address the Nation on Computerized School Placement System
Ghana’s Education Minister, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, is expected to speak on the Computerized School Selection Placement System (CSSPS) at a press conference scheduled for Wednesday, 27 August 2025. The session will seek to address concerns raised by parents and students over the placement process.
Investigations Begin into Z-9 Helicopter Crash; U.S. Air Force to Support Ghana’s Probe
Ghana launches a high-level investigation into the Z-9 helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, with the U.S. Air Force providing advisory support.
WAEC Releases 2025 BECE Provisional Results; Malpractices Lead to Cancellations and Withheld Scripts
Over 603,000 candidates sat for this year’s BECE, but hundreds face cancellations and withheld results as WAEC cracks down on exam malpractice.
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament Orders GES to Refund GHC 29,458
“Every pesewa of the public purse must be accounted for,” the Public Accounts Committee cautioned, as it directed the Ghana Education Service to recover wrongful salary payments within 30 days.
Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) Probes Sale of Teacher Appointment Letters and Salary Scandals
Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has launched an investigation into alleged corruption involving the sale of teacher appointment letters and salary-related scandals at the National Commission on Culture.
President John Dramani Mahama Grants Amnesty to 998 Prisoners
President John Dramani Mahama has granted amnesty to 998 prisoners across the country as part of efforts to offer a fresh start and decongest Ghana’s prisons.
GES Opens Applications for Teacher Promotions
“GES says teachers promoted in or before 2020 are now eligible to apply for higher ranks, with automatic placement for approved degree holders.”
Ghana Library Authority Extends Working Hours effective Monday, August 18
“The Ghana Library Authority says the extended hours will make libraries more accessible and responsive to the needs of the community.”