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1986 OAA launches 40th anniversary legacy project
THE 1986 Old Achimotan Association (OAA) has launched its 40th anniversary legacy project with a firm commitment to give back to their alma mater while honouring the clergy who guided their spiritual journey.
The colourful ceremony, held on Sunday, September 28, at the Aggrey Chapel, brought together Old Achimotans across generations, including the 1976 and 2001 year groups, the school’s leadership, clergy, students, and well-wishers.
The event dubbed “an evening of hymns, psalms and worship was held under the theme “Honouring our clergy.”
The group would refurbish the Aggrey Chapel, a spiritual landmark at the heart of the school. Other initiatives include a donation to the Achimota School endowment fund, a cadet career training and mentorship programme, and an environmental greening campaign to promote sustainability on campus.
President of the 1986 Year Group, Ms Sena Siaw-Boateng, said the milestone celebration was not only about reconnecting but also about leaving a legacy that reflects the enduring values of Achimota.
“You were more than priests, pastors, or chaplains to us, you were our shepherds, counsellors, and second parents. Because of your dedication, we learned that true education is not only of the mind, but also of the heart and soul,” she said.
She also expressed gratitude to the school’s leadership, the OAA Projects Committee, co-celebrating year groups, and families of departed colleagues for their unwavering support in bringing the vision to life.
Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong, hailed the 1986 year group’s commitment to service and called on old students across generations to emulate the gesture.
“The Legacy Project is not merely about brick and mortar, it is a symbol, a bridge between generations,” he said.
He urged current students to take inspiration from the project, noting that Achimota’s enduring mission of unity, discipline, and service requires collective responsibility.
The programme was interspersed with music from the Aggrey Chapel Choir, gospel artist Perez Musik, and the 1986 anniversary choir and friends.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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Thomas Partey, Ransford Yeboah Königsdörffer, Kojo Oppong Peprah, and Alexander Djiku trained with the Black Stars on Tuesday, March 23 as preparations intensify for the international friendly against Austria on Friday.
The newly arrived players—Partey, Königsdörffer, Oppong Peprah and Djiku—joined the group training Tuesday afternoon in readiness for the match.
Partey and Djiku bring valuable experience and dexterity to the team, having played a major role in securing Ghana a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada, and the United States of America.
All 25 players participated in Tuesday’s training session, each aiming to catch the eye of head coach Otto Addo.
The full squad present at training included Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Benjamin Asare, Joseph Anang, Patrick Pfeiffer, Derrick Luckassen, Derrick Kohn, Jerome Opoku, Caleb Yirenkyi, Kojo Oppong Peprah, Jonas Adjetey, Marvin Senaya, Gideon Mensah, Elisha Owusu, Ibrahim Sulemana, Kwasi Sibo, Jordan Ayew, Prince Kwabena Adu, Christopher Bonsu Baah, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Antoine Semenyo, Kamal Deen Sulemana, Daniel Agyei, Thomas Partey, Alexander Djiku, and Ransford Yeboah Königsdörffer.
Training will continue on Wednesday and Thursday ahead of the match on Friday, March 27, 2026.
The Kadjebi District Police Command, through a sustained intelligence-led operation, has arrested a suspect, Chalim Madzaton, also known as Peter Tano, 36, a farmer.
He was apprehended at his hideout in Kpaya, a suburb of Ahamansu, in connection with the murder of 80-year-old Dakolor Semaka.
On March 24, 2026, police received a report that the suspect had allegedly attacked his girlfriend, Yaa Tugbenyo, 55, and her mother, the deceased, at their residence in Mangoase near Kadjebi During the incident, Yaa Tugbenyo managed to escape but later returned to find her mother lying motionless on the floor.
Police Officers visited the scene and found the body of the deceased lying in a supine positior with isible signs of violence.
The scene was processed, and photographs were taken for evidential purpose.
The deceased was pronounced dead by a medical officer at St. Mary Theresa Hospital and the body has since been deposited at the hospital’s morgue for preservation and autopsy.
The suspect is currently in Police custody assisting with investigations and will be arraigned before court.
