By Stanley Kwabla Arku Vice President and Chairperson of the Ghana Armed Forces Council, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has described the introduction of the Multi-Domain Operations and Future Wars modules at the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College as timely, given the evolving nature of contemporary security threats. She noted that the changing security environment, marked by terrorism, climate change, trans-border crime, and other emerging risks, required military officers to be equipped with advanced skills and new perspectives to effectively respond. Speaking at the joint graduation ceremony of the College on Friday, Professor Opoku-Agyemang said the inclusion of digitization awareness and cybersecurity in the training curriculum further demonstrated the institution’s readiness to prepare officers for the realities of modern warfare. “The introduction of

Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to address overlaps in the implementation of the teacher trainee allowances and the “No Fees Stress” policy. Speaking at the inauguration of 10 colleges of education at GTEC in Accra, Mr. Iddrisu underscored the government’s commitment to sustaining both policies, despite the huge financial burden they pose on the state. He disclosed that the government is expected to spend between GH¢400 million and GH¢500 million annually to keep the initiatives running. The Minister also outlined a long-term financing strategy for education. He proposed that 2.5 percent of the country’s petroleum revenue be dedicated to human capital development. Additionally, he called for the establishment of a Scholarship and Disbursement Authority

The Paramount Chief of the Asikuma Traditional Area who doubles as the President of the Central Regional House of Chiefs, Odeefuo Amoakwa Boadu VIII, has expressed concern about the poor state of roads in the region, particularly in the Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District. Speaking during the Akwasidae festival at his palace in Breman Asikuma, the Paramount Chief said almost all the roads in the district have deteriorated, with potholes making travelling difficult and dangerous. According to him, the situation has also heightened security risks with some travellers falling victim to armed robbery attacks. Odeefuo Amoakwa Boadu VIII called on government officials, including the Member of Parliament for the area, Alhaji Kobina Ghansa, and the District Chief Executive, Olivia Bentil, to honour their campaign

The Paramount Chief of Nkusukum Traditional Area, Okogyeaman Okese Essandoh IX, has appealed to the Atlantic Lithium Company, an Australian-based mining firm operating in Ghana to as a matter of urgency pay compensation to the farmers and residents affected by its mining activities at Ewoyaa. The chief noted that several complaints have been received from those affected about the failure of the company to fulfill its promise of compensation after destroying their properties, which has worsened their living conditions. Ewoyaa is primarily a farming community whose farms and foodstuffs have been devastated by the mining operations, forcing residents to beg for food. The chief sometime ago intervened to halt planned demonstrations by the affected residents against the Lithium Company in attempt to prevent

The National Lottery Authority (NLA), in partnership with Geniusloci, has officially launched the media campaign for Season Three of its digital gaming product, The Luckiest. The innovative initiative seeks to create equal opportunities for wealth distribution among Ghanaians, irrespective of their social and economic status. Speaking at the launch in Accra, Chief Executive Officer of The Luckiest, Dennis Adutwum, disclosed that the new season will run until December, during which an estimated GH₵2.5 million will be given out as prizes to lucky winners across the country. He explained that beyond the cash rewards, the campaign would embark on nationwide tours to bring the product closer to communities and encourage greater public participation. Mr. Adutwum expressed appreciation to the NLA for its consistent

By Stanley Kwabla Arku Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has inaugurated governing councils for seven Colleges of Education and announced the allocation of GHS 403 million to complete stalled hostel projects across the country’s 48 public Colleges of Education. Speaking at the ceremony in Sunyani, Mr. Iddrisu said the investment, secured under the GETFund, is aimed at easing the accommodation crisis facing students. He explained that in 2023, government began the construction of 45 hostels across 46 Colleges of Education, but progress has been uneven. “Nine of the projects are nearing completion, 11 have made steady progress, while 25 have stalled,” he disclosed. The Minister confirmed that contracts for non-performing projects have been terminated and will be re-awarded to ensure timely delivery. “Government

By Stanley Kwabla Arku Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that all 48 public Colleges of Education in Ghana are in the process of being upgraded to full university status. Speaking at the inauguration of governing councils for seven Colleges of Education in Sunyani, Mr. Iddrisu said the move is part of government’s commitment to strengthening teacher education and aligning it with the demands of a modern tertiary education system. He explained that the migration process will affect the scheme and conditions of service for staff as well as the legal framework under which the institutions operate. “The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has been directed to work with the Attorney General’s Department to amend the enabling Act of the Colleges of