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ATU graduates 5,016 students

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Dr. Clement Abas Apaak [left] presenting the Overall best student award to master Dzade Kingsley.Photo Okai Elizabeth.

The Accra Technical University (ATU), on Friday, held its 25th graduation ceremony in Accra, with a total of 5,016 students receiving degree and diploma certificates across various fields of study.

The graduates were awarded Master of Technology (MTech), Master of Science (MSc), Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Higher National Diploma (HND), Diploma, and Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) certificates.

Out of the total number, 60 students (one per cent) received MSc/MTech certificates, 935 (19 per cent) were awarded BTech degrees, 3,763 (75 per cent) obtained HND certificates, 125 (two per cent) received Diplomas, while 133 students (three per cent) were awarded GAF certificates.

In addition, 59 awards were presented across 11 categories. Kingsley Dzade was adjudged the overall Best Graduation student.

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Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, challenged the graduands to take the lead in emerging technologies.

He noted that as the world continues to evolve, it is essential for graduates to take initiative and help change outdated narratives.

Dr Apaak further urged them to position themselves at the forefront of innovation and national transformation.

“Do not wait for opportunities; create them. Preparedness is not defined solely by what you know. It is defined by what you can do,” he said.

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According to him, the government’s ongoing investment in digital transformation within the education sector, including expanded access to digital learning platforms and strengthened Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, would equip graduates to lead in innovation and digital transformation.

The Vice-Chancellor of ATU, Prof. Amevi Acakpovi, commended the Class of 2025 for graduating with industry-ready skills, and urged them to become leaders in digital transformation and innovation rather than mere observers.

“Graduation is not the end of learning; it is the moment of taking charge of new concepts and ideas,” he stressed.

“These graduands represent more than graduates, embodying the process of innovation, the strength of technical excellence, and the spirit of transformation our nation urgently needs,” Prof. Acakpovi added.

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The ceremony, themed: ‘Emerging Technologies: How Prepared Are You,’ attracted government officials, industry partners, alumni, and families who gathered to celebrate the achievements of the 2025 graduating class.

By Linda Abrefi Wadie  

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Let’s pray fervently to prevent any looming disaster– Rt. Rev. Dr Mrs Grace Frimpong-Boateng

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Rt Rev Dr Grace Frimpong-Boateng

A Prophet and General Overseer of Jesus Prayer Ministry at Ejisu Asuasi, Kumasi, and Pig Farm, Accra, Rt. Rev. Dr Mrs Grace Frimpong-Boateng, has urged Ghanaians to pray fervently to avert any disaster that would endanger many.

“God hears prayers, and intercessory prayers will provide your family safety and protection so you can live long and enjoy life in this world,” she added.

Rt. Rev. Dr Mrs Frimpong-Boateng was speaking with The Spectator in an interview last week.

According to her, she had a revelation that there would be a tragedy that will harm many people, however, effective prayers can avert it.

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She said that the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) predicted another heavy downpour from Thursday to Sunday following the recent torrential rain that devastated Accra and other areas. However, strong intercessory prayers prevented the prediction, which would have been catastrophic.

She claims that whenever she shares something that God has revealed to her, she does not receive widespread support from people to join her in effective intercession.

As a result, she has urged everyone including members of parliament, cabinet ministers, traditional authorities, religious leaders, and other citizens to exercise caution and pray fervently in order to avoid premature death.

According to Rt. Rev. Dr Mrs Frimpong-Boateng the recent downpour in Accra which claimed lives and destroyed property was unusual.

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“The sea was irritated because of certain rituals performed and caused it to spew forth, exposing the dirt.” There are still some rites in the sea, and they will definitely surface,” she disclosed.

“Let’s pray that God would burn and destroy the things that have contaminated the sea,” she indicated.

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Mason convicted for stealing 4-yr-old boy

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The Adentan Circuit Court has convicted a mason for stealing a four-year-old boy from Kpedze in the Volta Region and bringing him to Accra. 

David Kpandoyo, 25, a Togolese national, pleaded guilty to a charge of child stealing. 

The court, presided over by Mrs Angela Attachie, convicted him on his own plea and adjourned sentencing to July 14, 2026. 

Kpandoyo told the court that he had gone to a drinking spot to consume alcohol when the child approached him.  

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He said he gave the boy some money, took him home, and could not remember what happened afterwards because he was intoxicated. 

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Patience Mario, assisted by Chief Inspector Jacob Nyarko, led the prosecution. 

The prosecution said the complainant, Mr Bismark Gbago, is a 52-year-old painter residing at New Legon in Accra. 

The victim’s mother, Ms Patience Ablordefey Afefa, is a 25-year-old hairdresser living at Kpedze in the Volta Region with the victim, a Kindergarten One pupil. 

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The prosecution said Kpandoyo also resided at New Legon, where he worked as a mason. 

It said the victim went missing at Kpedze on July 1, 2026, at about 18:00 hours. 

On July 3, at about 6:30pm, the complainant reported to the New Legon Police that he had found the four-year-old boy wandering around the area and that the child was unable to identify his home. 

The prosecution said that on July 4, at about 4 p.m., the complainant informed the Police that after announcements were made within the community, Kpandoyo came forward claiming that the boy was his son. 

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The complainant and Kpandoyo subsequently went to the police Station to identify the child. 

However, Kpandoyo was unable to produce the child’s birth certificate or lead the Police to the child’s mother. 

Later that day, the police received a flyer bearing the name and telephone numbers of the victim’s mother, together with the child’s photograph, indicating that he had gone missing from Kpedze. 

The police contacted the victim’s mother and asked her to report to the New Legon Police Station with the child’s birth certificate and weighing card because another person was claiming to be the child’s parent. 

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On July 6, the victim’s mother and her relatives reported to the Police Station and stated that they did not know Kpandoyo. 

During investigations, Kpandoyo admitted in his cautioned statement that the victim was not his child. 

He further confessed that while working at Kpedze, he stole the boy and brought him to Accra. –GNA  

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