They explained that the strike had placed all academic activities to a halt, bringing unprecedented crises to many students.

Ms Janifer Ametepe, the Public Relations Officer of the group, in an interaction with the Ghana News Agency, GNA said the educational journey of all teacher trainees was at a standstill, which could put the future of the nation at stake.

“Without our tutors, accessing vital course materials and self-studying has become increasingly difficult.”

She insisted their academic calendar was in disarray and the crucial assessments had been postponed indefinitely.

Ms Ametepe said there was a financial burden on final-year students, especially those in rented apartments “because the In-In-Out policy system was overwhelming, which affected their mental health and well-being.”

She stated that several activities were in limbo since students could not determine whether to stay on campus or return home, whilst academic activities had stalled, jeopardising the lives of future teachers.

“We ask for a redress of the CETAG strike so it will be called off. We are also appealing for upholding of the stipulated academic calendar and a commitment to prioritise the need of teacher trainees with financial support.”

She lamented that if the government could not resolve the issues immediately, students would have to request that the colleges be closed to enable them to return home.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has ordered the Controller and Accountant General to uphold the July salary for all striking Colleges of Education teachers.

Mr Dorwu Edem Ismail, CETAG Chairman, at the Akatsi College of Education (Akatsico Chapter), told the GNA that the group was not ready to return to work until all their demands were met for productive academic activities to continue.

A visit by the GNA team to the Akatsi College of Education saw some final-year students engaged in private and group studies whilst others packed out from their respective hostels after the strike action was announced.

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The high cost of data in Ghana has once again come under the spotlight, with content creators and business owners voicing their frustrations on the #GTVBreakfast show. Hosted by Thelma Tackie, the discussion featured prominent YouTube personality Kwadwo Sheldon and Samuel Yeboah, founder of Tech In Twi, who did not mince words in expressing their grievances.

Kwadwo Sheldon was particularly vocal about the impact of expensive data on his content creation and online presence. “We are spending 5000 cedis monthly on data,” Sheldon revealed, underscoring the financial burden faced by digital content creators. He lamented that both creators and consumers are suffering due to the exorbitant prices.

In a bold statement, Sheldon accused telecommunications companies of exploiting their customers. “The telcos have taken us for granted because they know we will talk for one week and that’s it,” he charged, highlighting a perceived complacency among service providers who, according to him, do not feel the need to address ongoing complaints about data costs.

Samuel Yeboah echoed Sheldon’s sentiments, emphasizing the broader implications of high data prices on digital engagement and economic growth. “The high cost of data will not allow the benefits of digitalization to be felt,” he said, stressing the urgency for more affordable internet access to unlock the full potential of digital transformation in Ghana.

The conversation also touched on the disparity in data pricing between Ghana and neighboring countries. Sheldon pointed out, “The same MTN in Nigeria is giving the equivalent of 100 GB of data for 100 cedis,” calling into question the pricing strategies of telecommunications companies in Ghana.

Both guests called for immediate action from regulatory bodies and the government. “The authorities can do something about high data cost,” Sheldon asserted, urging the National Communications Authority (NCA) and the Ministry of Communications to intervene. “NCA and the Comms Ministry should sit down with the telcos to bring down data costs,” he demanded.

Yeboah added a political dimension to the debate, announcing plans to mobilize a protest in the constituency of the Minister of Communications. “We will deploy 3000 people in Ablekuma West to protest high data costs,” he declared, signaling a readiness to take the fight beyond the studio and into the streets.

The panelists also critiqued the quality of internet service, with Sheldon remarking, “Data speed is an issue now, and we are not getting value for money.” He called for a more reliable internet experience, noting that consumers often find their videos buffering despite paying high prices for data.

In conclusion, the discussion on #GTVBreakfast laid bare the frustrations of Ghanaians grappling with high data costs. The calls for regulatory intervention and price reductions are growing louder, as content creators and consumers alike demand a fairer, more affordable digital landscape. As Sheldon aptly put it, “If you are preaching digitalization, bring down the cost of data.”

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In a poignant ceremony held at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences, Samuel Koku Anyidoho launched his first book, “Uncompromising Thoughts: Leafing Out National Issues,” on July 24, 2024, marking the 12th anniversary of the death of President John Evans Atta Mills. The event was a confluence of reflection, gratitude, and a reaffirmation of loyalty.

Anyidoho, who served as Head of Communication, Presidential Spokesperson, and Presidential Aide to the late President Mills, began his address with a song and a prayer, setting a solemn tone. He expressed heartfelt thanks to Ambassador Kabral Blay-Amihere for chairing the event, retired Supreme Court Justice Jones Dotse for being the guest speaker, and Dr. Anoff-Ntow for reviewing his book.

In his speech, Anyidoho poignantly reminded the audience of the anniversary of President Mills’ passing. He staunchly defended his loyalty to Mills, addressing critics who question his devotion. “This is the first time the sun has come out on the anniversary of President Mills’ death,” he noted, symbolically interpreting the weather as a sign of approval from the late president.

Anyidoho highlighted the significance of choosing the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences as the venue for his book launch, expressing his aspiration to be inducted into the academy someday. He shared how he and President Mills had discussed plans for life after the presidency, which led to the establishment of the Atta Mills Institute.

Pride was evident as Anyidoho spoke about owning an ISBN as an author. He announced that once launched, “Uncompromising Thoughts” would be available on Amazon and Kindle to reach a wider audience. “I thank God for getting the book out,” he said, reflecting on his journey from reading columns by Kabral-Amihere, Kofi Koomson, and PAV Ansah in The Chronicle newspaper during his university days to becoming an author himself.

He lamented the negative effect of the internet on young writers, who he believes are not mastering the art and craft of writing due to digital distractions. Anyidoho shared a touching story about the foreword of his book, which was written by President Mills 12 years ago. Mills had suggested that Anyidoho write a foreword for him to sign, foreseeing that Anyidoho might want to write a book one day. This foresight allowed Mills’ words to grace the pages of “Uncompromising Thoughts.”

Anyidoho recounted how President Mills called him one day, asking him to work for him, and how his writing skills led to his position in the presidency. He addressed his critics, dismissing the notion that he entered politics for personal gain and denying any bitterness about being out of the presidency. He revealed that he spent three years writing a biography of President Mills with a coauthor but had to pull out due to bad faith.

In his concluding remarks, Anyidoho emphasized his dedication to Ghana over personal grievances. “You fly on the wings of a political party, but you perch on the ground of the nation,” he said, underscoring his commitment to the country’s well-being. He also explained the significance of the book cover, where the clay pot represents him and the whirlwind signifies pure thoughts.

The launch of “Uncompromising Thoughts,” published by Buabeng Books, was not just a book launch; it was a testament to Anyidoho’s unwavering loyalty to President Mills and his enduring commitment to national issues.

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An NGO, Network for Women Rights in Ghana, NETRIGHT has urged policymakers to involve women in decision making especially in the financial sector to help them contribute to policy formulation that will be beneficial to their businesses.

At a forum in Accra, the convener Professor Akosua Darkwah noted that empowering women for economic change will not only accelerate the growth of women owned – businesses but also increase productivity.

This she believes will propel the country’s drive achieving sustainable debt management and socio-economic stability. Given the current economic situation and the accompanying IMF conditionalities, the private sector continues to face numerous challenges including increased taxation.

This the Convener of NETRIGHT Professor Akosua Darkwah indicates has become burdensome for Women-owned businesses. She said debt restructuring should be scrutinized thoroughly to especially help those in the rural areas.

Professor Darkwah called on the government to support women entrepreneurs by making the accessibility of funds less stressful. Adding her voice, Head of Marketing at Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Grace Akosua Dzeble acknowledged the contribution of the informal sector to GDP. She added that”Ghana is an icon of Africa and if we help the private sector to grow, we will be able to access the African Market “.

She suggested a government policy where at least one hundred businesses will be supported financially while putting in place structures of assessing the businesses’ impact and how the monies will be recouped after a year, to be reinvested into another set of business ventures. ” This will help boost the sector”.

The forum explored the economic situation and advocated gender-transformative social policies to address these challenges.

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A Businesswoman and member of the National Democratic Congress, Mrs Joana Gyan Cudjoe, has gifted two Toyota Hilux pick-ups to the party at the Sekondi N.D.C Regional Head Office in the Western Region.

The donation is to make the party’s mobility and operations more efficient in the Amenfi Central Constituency as they gear up for the December 7 polls.

While reaffirming her commitment to the party, Mrs. Joana Gyan Cudjoe emphasized the importance of the party retaining the Amenfi Central seat. She addressed the economic challenges facing Ghanaians and highlighted the need for a change in leadership.

“I am ever ready and committed to working with you all to ensure that we deliver an NDC victory in the Western Region and retain the Amenfi Central seat so we can continue the good works. Ghanaians are suffering under the current leadership, and only a John-Mahama presidency can save us. Please use these cars to reach every corner and everyone, and spread the message of hope carried by the good policies of our flagbearer, HE John Mahama.”

The party’s Western Regional Chairman, Nana Toku, who received the cars on behalf of the party, was profoundly grateful to Mrs Joana Gyan Cudjoe for the timely gesture. He assured her that the vehicles would be put to good use to ensure their longevity and optimal performance as well as amplify the party’s campaign activities in the Constituency.

“In my political career, I have never witnessed an individual donating two pick-up trucks to a single constituency. This is truly humbling, and we are deeply grateful to you, Joana Gyan Cudjoe,” he stated.

The gifting of the vehicles form part of initiatives rolled out by Mrs Joana Gyan Cudjoe to boost the NDC’s campaign activities in Amenfi Central to reach all and sundry.

These efforts are anticipated to play a crucial role in the party’s success in the December 7 elections.

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The Health Minister, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, and the Minister of State at the Energy Ministry, Herbert Krapah have engaged in high-level discussions to find a permanent solution to the issue of debt owed by health facilities, to ensure the continuous and sustainable supply of power.

This follows a critical intervention by Dr. Okoe Boye to restore power to the Lekma Hospital, which had been disconnected due to an outstanding debt of approximately 3 million cedis, forcing the hospital to rely on its generator for the entire day on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.

Dr. Okoe Boye, who is also the former Member of Parliament for the area, swiftly moved to address the power cut through engagements with the Energy Ministry. The prompt action not only restored power to the hospital but also highlighted the urgent need for a sustainable solution to the financial challenges faced by health facilities in covering their utility costs.

Sources have disclosed that following Dr. Okoe Boye’s intervention, the matter was raised at the cabinet level, and frantic steps are being taken to address the broader issue of power supply and payment by public health facilities across the country.
According to the Electricity Company of Ghana, a total of 91 health facilities nationwide are indebted to it, with a combined outstanding amount of GH¢261 million.

Among the prominent hospitals listed are the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, the 37 Military Hospital and Ridge Hospital in the Greater Accra region; Komfo Anokye and Manhyia Government Hospitals in the Ashanti region; Ho Teaching Hospital in the Volta region; and Kibi Government Hospital in the Eastern region.

In an earlier interview on Adom FM, Isaac Baah Offei, the Public Relations Officer of the Health Ministry said efforts to settle the debts have been initiated, and meetings are being held with all affected hospitals.
“We are working closely with the Energy Ministry and ECG to find a sustainable solution to this issue.” Mr Baah Offei noted

The collaboration between the Health and Energy Ministers is seen as a significant step towards ensuring that health facilities across the country are not disrupted by power cuts due to financial constraints. The discussions and actions taken by the government are expected to lead to a more stable and reliable healthcare system, benefiting both staff and patients.

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President Nana Akufo-Addo has justified the appointment of more judges to the courts of Appeal, citing the challenge of an overburdened court system and increasing backlog of cases.

The sixteen judges appointed to the Court of Appeal are Justices Charles Gyamfi Danquah, Gifty Dekyem, Kofi Akrowiah, Richard Mac Koggyapwah, Kwasi Boakye, Alexander Osei Tutu, France Obiri, Lydia Osei Marfo, Aboagye Tandoh, Agyeman Gyasi Jawhary, Yaa Onyameye Gyakobo, Francis Koffie, Charles William Leopold Bartels Zwennes, Barima yaw Kodie Oppong, David Kwabena Adade Boafo, and Dr Poku Adusei.President Akufo-Addo called for innovative solutions to expedite the resolution of cases and ensure that justice is delivered in a timely manner.

This will require not only efficient case management, but also the adoption of new technologies and practices that can stream our judicial processes. Speaking at the Jubilee House in Accra on the occasion of the swearing-in of 16 new justices of the Court of Appeal, President Akufo-Addo noted that these new Justices of Appeal are being appointed to arm the judiciary with the necessary tools to expedite the delivery of justice across the nation.

The 16 justices, 12 men and four women, swore an oaths of office, secrecy and allegiance. They were appointed upon the advice of the Judicial Council. They are each eminently fit and qualified for the position of a justice of the Court of Appeal. Each has the impartiality of mind and independence of spirit to hold this high office.

President Akufo-Addo said If the court does its work well, most appeals should end there without the issues having to travel to the Supreme Court. He acknowledged the task is not an easy one.

“As justices of the Court of Appeal, you will be at the forefront of those efforts and your contributions will be pivotal in shaping the future of our judiciary and of our society. One of the key challenges we face is the need to address the backlog of cases that continue to burden our courts. Justice delayed as you know, is justices denied,” Akufo-Addo stated. He said the decisions made by the Justices will have an impact not only on the parties before them but also on the broader society. President Akufo-Addo urged Justices to approach their duties with humility, integrity, and a deep sense of responsibility. He reminded them that the power they wield as a judge is not for personal gain or aggrandizement, but for service to the Ghanaian people.

President Akufo-Addo encouraged the judges to make it a point to improve themselves to stay up-to-date with new trends and best practices in the legal profession. “Education and continued self-development are equally paramount [just like the independence of the judiciary is]. The legal landscape is constantly evolving and it is essential that judges remain abreast with new developments and best practices,” President Akufo-Addo said.

Justice Charles Gyamfi Danquah on behalf of his colleague Court of Appeal judges expressed his appreciation to President Akufo-Addo for the confidence reposed in them.

He assured the president that together with his colleagues, they will endeavour to carry out their mandate by upholding the rule of law to ensure that justice, equity, and fair play are administered and done to all manner of persons.

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The Association of Oil Marketing Companies (AOMC) has conducted a surprise inspection of fuel stations and LPG refilling plants in the Ashanti Region. 

The exercise dubbed “Mystery Shopping”, led by AOMC CEO Dr. Riverson Oppong, is to ensure compliance with industry standards for safety, customer service, and overall operations. The inspection team, including AOMC Head of Compliance & Operations Tizard Ansah and Compliance Officers Billey Al-Assad and Courage Agblevor, meticulously evaluated various aspects of the facilities.

Beyond the usual checks on fuel pumps and dispensers, the team assessed staff friendliness, knowledge, and professionalism, as well as the cleanliness of customer service areas and tank farms. Safety was a top priority. The team observed staff adherence to safety protocols, including the use of proper gear and the availability of essential safety equipment like fire extinguishers and spill kits.

 Compliance with National Petroleum Authority (NPA) guidelines was strictly monitored. To gain deeper insights into the industry’s challenges, the AOMC team engaged with station managers to understand operational difficulties and areas needing improvement. 

The AOMCs is committed to using the findings to develop training programs, enhance customer service, and improve safety standards across the entire downstream petroleum industry.

“This mystery shopping program is a significant step towards creating a benchmark for the industry,” said AOMC CEO. Dr. Riverson Oppong. 

 “By prioritizing customer experience, compliance, and operational efficiency, we aim to benefit consumers through improved service, a safer environment, and consistent quality standards.” he added. 

The AOMCs believes a well-regulated petroleum industry is vital for economic growth and job creation. By boosting consumer confidence and attracting investments, the association aims to contribute to increased employment opportunities in the sector.

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“I went and laid on the mat. He called me and said I should come and lie by him on the bed, I said no. He said I should not make him angry because I was not his sister. I got up and sat at the edge of the bed and he pushed me to the bed, forced me and he raped me”. That was how a sobbing innocent girl given out in marriage begun her touching and soaring story of getting married out as a child at the age of 15.

At this moment, tears began to flow uncontrollably on her face. She looked frightened. She began to crack her knuckles while trying to use her forearm to block the watery phlegm that run from her nose as she sobbed. Her face looked pale.

Maltiti (not her real name) was a victim of child marriage. At the age of 15, she was forced into marrying a 34-year-old man when she had just finished writing the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in 2020. Maltiti hails from a community (name withheld) in the Kumbungu district of the Northern region. She comes from a family of seven. Her father is a farmer while the mother is a housewife.

“..I tried to stop him but I couldn’t…it was painful and after that I was bleeding”. Maltiti said while crying. She tried controlling the tears with the back of her right palm, but she could not. She then resorted to using her school house dress to wipe off the tears.

“I went and washed down and after some time I was in pain, I woke him up and told him my head ached. He told me to sleep and that it will be gone by day break. He said because it was my first time, and that if I got used to it, I would be the one begging him for it”. I looked at her, our eyes met and we laughed together. I observed how relieved she looked after the smiles.

Two weeks after she wrote the Basic Education Certificate Examination, Maltiti was forcefully given out for marriage. Her bride price of seven hundred Ghana cedis (700) had already been paid while she was still writing her papers. Efforts to persuade her parents to stop the marriage so she could continue her education fell on deaf ears. “My father once told me that if I don’t want to die early, I should obey and marry”, she said. Luckily for Maltiti, fourteen days into the marriage, she was rescued by her former class teacher with the support of the Northern Sector Action on Awareness Center (NORSAAC) and Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED), Ghanaian Locally based empowerment for change organizations focusing on women and Girls’ education in Tamale and its environs. She was admitted to one of the Senior High Schools in Tamale after release of the BECE results.

“Thanks to God and CAMFED, am back to school. I can now become the journalist I have been dreaming of”, she said beaming with smiles as she raised her head up, as if to say to the heavens, “thank you”.

Child Marriage

Maltiti’s story is not an isolated one. Child marriage is a problem the world over. Each year, 15 million girls are married before the age of 18, that is one girl every two seconds. But, while awareness around the problem of child marriage is growing, for many people, the question is, How is it that, in the 21st century, girls are still finding themselves being married off at such young ages?. In developing countries, it is estimated that one in seven girls marry before age 15 and 38 percent marry before age 18. According to the Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS), in Ghana, 4.4 and 5.8 percent of women aged 15–49 married by exact age 15 in 2006 and 2011 respectively. In addition, among women aged 20–24, the proportion who married before exact age 18 was 22 percent in 2006 and 21 percent in 2011. The highest prevalence of child marriage in Ghana occurs in the five regions of the North, where more than one in three girls marry before age 18.

About child marriage

Child marriage is a global issue. It is fuelled by gender inequality, poverty, social norms and insecurity, and …

Child Marriage and Girls’ Education (Effects)

Early marriage makes attainment of higher education almost impossible for girls. Many girls who are married off before they turn 18 or are forced into early marriages are made to leave school, depriving them of their right to education and future independence. The relationship between child marriage and educational attainment for girls is also strong. In most developing countries in the rural communities particularly, it is extremely difficult for girls to remain in school once they get married. As a result, child marriage reduces the likelihood that girls will complete their secondary education. This emerges clearly from questions asked to parents in household surveys as to why their daughters dropped out of school. Marriage is often one of the main, if not the main reason, that adolescent girls drop out of school. Every year that a girl marries early (i.e., before 18) is associated with a reduction in the likelihood of completing secondary school of typically four to 10 percentage points, depending on the country or region. This leads to lower earnings for child brides in adulthood since a lack of education prevents them from getting good jobs. In addition, child marriage also reduces education prospects for the children of child brides by curtailing their mother’s education. Child marriage perpetuates cycles of poverty and disadvantage, limiting girls potential and undermining Ghana’s progress towards gender equality and quality.

Addressing Child Marriage

Child marriage is proven to be a major challenge for majority of teenage girls in achieving academic laurels. In addressing this societal canker and ensuring that girls in rural communities attain educational laurels, many Non-Governmental Organizations in the five regions of the North are making relentless efforts to address issues of child marriage and to keep these girls in school. In the Upper West region, ActionAid Ghana, rescued about 152 girls in 63 communities in three districts between 2010 and 2015 and were put back in school. 53 girls from different areas including Sissala East, Jirapa and Lambusie districts were also rescued between 2015 and 2017. The Social Initiative for Literacy and Development (SLIDEP) also rescued about twenty-seven girls between 2018 and 2019 and enrolled them in school. In 2022, it rescued about 250 girls in the Fulbe (Fulani) community in six districts of the region and returned all of them to school.

In the Upper East region, Rise Ghana rescued between sixteen and twenty-two girls since the inception of the organization in 2011. In 2019, seventeen girls were taken from forced marriage at Kolgo in the Kessena-Nankana West District. In the Nabdam District, nine girls from same school who were married off in 2017 were rescued and put back to school. Some of the girls who refused to go back to school were put on apprenticeship.

In the Northern region, the Commission for Human Rights and Administrative Justice, CHRAJ, rescued 38 girls between 2020 and 2023 and 5 girls between January and June this year ( 2024). The Programme Officer in charge of Adolescent Programme at the Northern Sector Action on Awareness Center (NORSAAC), Hamdia Sumani, revealed that since 2020, NORSAAC and its partners have rescued 10 girls from six districts namely Tolon, Kumbungu, Kpandai, Walewale in the Northern region and Kassena-Nankana West and Builsa South in the Upper East region. In an interview with GBC News in Tamale, Mrs. Sumani said child marriage is still rife in rural communities and it has become difficult addressing it. To this end, NORSAAC has adopted strategies such as the Module Gendered Household, where parents are engaged on how to delay child marriage, and Safe Space Module where adolescent girls are mentored, oriented, educated, and empowered. Mrs Sumani said, “We also engaged traditional and religious leaders to understand child rights and child protection issues and demystify some misconceptions, and we have recorded a lot of successes, especially with the Paramount Chief of Tolon, he passed a bye-law on child marriage through our engagement with them”.

Sustainable Development Goals and Child Marriage

The Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs, address child marriage through several targets under Goal Five (Gender Equality) particularly Target 5.3 aims to eliminate all harmful practices including child marriage by 2030 while target 16.2 aims to end all forms of violence against children including child marriage by 2030. The SDGs aim to end child marriage, and to ensure girls’ education and empowerment, address social, cultural and economic factors driving child marriage, strengthen laws, policies and accountability to prevent child marriage, and engage communities and traditional leaders to change harmful norms. With just six years to hit 2030, and with the practice still rife in communities, it is projected that achieving target 5 and 16 will be farfetched.

Way Forward

The good news is that conversely, keeping girls in school is one of the best ways to delay marriage. The fight against child marriage could only be won in the country if stakeholders came together to fight it. Addressing child marriage in the Northern regions of Ghana requires a multifaceted approach. Education and awareness for communities, parents, and children about the harmful effects of child marriage must be intensified to emphasize the importance of education and girls’ empowerment. There should be Community engagements with traditional leaders, religious leaders, and community members to change attitudes and norms perpetuating child marriage. Raising awareness about laws and regulations prohibiting child marriage is crucial to preventing its practice. Intensive education and community outreach programmes could help inform citizens about legal consequences of the practice.

It is important to acknowledge efforts being made by government to combat child marriage through the government’s launch of the campaign against child marriage in April 2016. However, the Government should support alternative livelihoods by collaborating with stakeholders to provide economic opportunities and skills training for girls and their families to reduce child marriage resulting from poverty. Laws and policies protecting children from child marriage should be enforced to increase access to justice for victims while providing safe spaces for girls to share experiences, receive support, and access resources.

By implementing these recommendations, it is hoped that frantic efforts would be made by stakeholders toward reducing child marriage in the country, especially in the Northern regions of Ghana to promote a brighter future for girls.

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The Emissary of Education for Montessori Model United Nations-West Africa and Chief of Oblieman in the Ga West Municipal Assembly, Nii Ayitey Anumle Oyanka I (King Oyanka), has pledged to harness his influence and support at all international levels to drive innovation in the educational sector.

Speaking as the guest speaker at the Ga West Municipal Reading Festival (Readerfest) on July 23, 2024, he emphasized the transformative power of reading. He mentioned that, reading forms part of the basic level of every kid’s understanding and by that it is very important for all parents to take keen interest in their ward’s reading abilities.

“Reading is not merely a hobby or pastime, but a transformative experience that can empower us to reach our full potential,” he said.

King Oyanka urged the audience to renew their commitment to lifelong learning and the pursuit of knowledge, inspiring the next generation to embrace the written word and harness its power for good. He highlighted the significance of reading and storytelling in their culture, noting that it has always been a cherished tradition passed down through generations to educate, inspire, and entertain.

The traditional leader commended the Municipal Director of Education, Mr. Victor Noye Tawiah, for his efforts to elevate Ghana’s education sector. He emphasized that the Reading Festival will become a recurring event with evolving dimensions to continually engage and inspire students.

King Oyanka, who through diverse means has began some innovative interceptions within the educational sectors of both the Ga North and West Municipal Assembly vouched to absorb the reading festival and any other educational promotional activity within the two municipalities to make it a sustainable one.

According to him this generation of children are very intelligent and by that he as a traditional leader and influential person will make sure that the educational opportunities available at his disposal will not elude the current and next generation.

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