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Take studies seriously, don’t make partying priority – Diocesan Bishop
Rt Rev Samuel Ofori-Akyea
The Diocesan Bishop for the Tema Diocese of the Methodist Church of Ghana, Rt Rev. Samuel Ofori- Akyea, has advised students to take their studies seriously and not make partying their priority.
He said it was also important for students to eschew bad company to avoid getting themselves into trouble.
Rt Rev. Ofori-Akyea gave this admonition at the launch of the 40th anniversary of the Methodist Day Senior High School in the Tema Metropolis of the Greater Accra Region (GAR).
In a speech read on his behalf by the Secretary of Synod for the Tema Diocese, Very Rev. Ebenezer Popeson Adjei, he was optimistic that “those who do not spend their time partying in the name of enjoying their youth but made their books their companions are more likely to make good grades to better their lives”.
Speaking on the theme “Quality infrastructure development for a sustainable and impactful education: the role of stakeholders”, he observed that some of the students felt they were less privileged considering the infrastructural challenges of the school, but assured them that with determination and obedience to instructions of their teachers, they could make it despite the circumstances.
He advised them to take advantage of everything at their disposal and avoid wasting time on unnecessary activities that could cost them their education in future.
Rt. Rev. Ofori-Akyea commended the school authorities for doing their best to support the young people entrusted in their care, and ensuring they become responsible citizens.
The Member of Parliament (MP) for the Tema Central Constituency, Yves Hanson-Nortey, noted that education was prominent in breaking the cycle of poverty, and so they should give it their all.
He made reference to how some students from deprived communities had been able to change their lives and that of their families because they took their studies seriously and made progress.
“Nobody can study for you so take advantage of the opportunities around you to be a better person in future. Remember that what you learn today can never be taken away from you,” Mr Hanson-Nortey told them.
He cautioned them against spending all their time on social media, but rather devote their time to researching and reading more to improve their knowledge to excel in various spheres of life.
He called on old students and well-meaning people who had also benefitted from the institution to support the school because great institutions were built by people who sacrificed their time, energy and resources.
The Chairman for the anniversary launch committee, Rev. Solomon Nartey, assured the students that they could make a difference if they put in their maximum effort.
The Headmistress of the School, Mrs Juliana Nancy Frimpong, said it was heartwarming that the membership of the school, which started with 33 students, has shot up to 1,500, and mentioned that they would continue to work hard to train more people to help build the society.
The President of the Methodist Day Senior Secondary School Association (MEDASSOSA), John Aseeph, said it was refreshing to know that the school was doing well academically, but there was the need to give the school a massive face-lift to be well-resourced to complement the efforts of management of the school.
He said plans were underway to build a multi-purpose complex for the school which needed all hands on board to make it a success.
From Dzifa Tetteh Tay, Tema.
The Ashanti South Regional Police Intelligence Directorate has arrested two suspects in connection with a robbery attack on an Indian national in Obuasi and a separately planned robbery operation targeting a distribution company in the same area.
On April 16, 2026, Police received credible intelligence that a group of armed men were planning an attack in Obuasi. A police team moved swiftly into the area and arrested suspect Iddrisu Fuseini, also known as “Iddi”, at his hideout in Bedieso, Obuasi.
During interrogation, he confessed to being part of a six-member gang that attacked an Indian national at his residence at New Baakoyeden, Obuasi, on April 12 2026, robbing him of GH₵150,000.00.
He disclosed that the attack was orchestrated following a tip-off from suspect Ibrahim, an employee of the victim, who informed the gang that the victim kept large sums of money.
Further investigations led to the arrest of a second suspect, Shaibu Mohammed, also known as “SM” or “Cicinati”, on 20th April 2026 at his hideout in Gausu, Obuasi. During interrogation, he admitted to participating in the planning of the robbery and confirmed that the gang had further planned to rob a distribution company near Mawuli Hotel in Obuasi.
Investigations have further revealed that both suspects are currently standing trial at the Obuasi Circuit Court in connection with a separate robbery of GH₵600,000.00.
A manhunt is ongoing to arrest the remaining accomplices, identified as Khalifa, Edward, Prof, Waddle, Ebbe, and Ibrahim, and to recover a pump action gun and a locally manufactured pistol believed to be in their possession.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), on April 17, 2026, decorated nineteen (19) senior officers who have been promoted to their next ranks based on the recommendations of the Police Council and approval of the President, John Dramani Mahama.
The ceremony, held at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, forms part of efforts to recognise merit, dedication, and long-standing service within the Ghana Police Service, while strengthening leadership across key operational and administrative levels.
The officers promoted from Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) to Commissioner of Police (COP) are Dr. Luke Asue-In-Yeng Zakpaa, Mr. Frederick Agyei, Mr. Duuti Tuaruka, Mr. Arthur Osei-Akoto, Mr. Darko Offei Lomotey, Mr. Eric Ken Winful, Mr. Barnabas Nambont Nasumong, and Mr. Desmond Owusu Boampong.
The IGP and members of POMAB congratulated the officers and urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their duties.
