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Atwimahene calls for integration of culture in education
Nana Antwi Agyei Brempong II, Atwimahene, has called for the integration of Ghanaian culture and traditions into the national education system to help instil positive social values in children.
Speaking at the 30th anniversary celebration of Atwima Hall at the Akenten Appiah-Minka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) in Kumasi, he said an understanding of chieftaincy, traditional values, norms, and local culture among schoolchildren would foster inclusivity, enhance training outcomes, and nurture responsible youth.
Nana Antwi Agyei Brempong noted that incorporating cultural elements into both general and TVET education would equip students with skills to navigate diverse work environments, meet local needs, and connect with their heritage while creating opportunities for local industries.
“We must not look down on our culture and traditions; they are our hope,” he stressed, adding that culture-based education could also promote unity, environmental sustainability, and job creation.
He reaffirmed the strong relationship between the Atwima Traditional Council and the university, donating GH¢ 5,000 to support the hall. Professor Francis Ohene Boateng, Dean of Students at AAMUSTED, highlighted the hall’s role as a cultural hub on campus and said the university runs special traditional programmes alongside academic courses to deepen cultural appreciation. He added that AAMUSTED’s pioneering role in TVET and entrepreneurial training has equipped students for self-reliance and contributed to reducing unemployment in the country.
—GNA
The Accra High Court of Ghana has granted bail in the sum of GH¢30 million to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in a major development in his ongoing extradition case.
Abu Trica as part of the bail condition is expected to provide two sureties.
His lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, disclosed the decision in a Facebook post on Tuesday.
Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, has been at the centre of a prolonged legal process to extradite him.
The latest ruling allows him temporary freedom while legal proceedings continue.
His legal team is expected to provide further updates on the next steps in court.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) today commenced its second Zonal Public Hearing in Kumasi Ashanti Region to examine the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report on public schools and District Assemblies yesterday, April 20, 2026.
In her opening remarks, the Chairperson of the Committee, Abena Osei Asare noted that the Committee will consider four (4) Auditor – General’s reports, namely, District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) & Other Statutory Funds, The Accounts of District Assemblies for the Financial Year (IGF), Pre-University Education Institutions and lastly Colleges of Education in the year ending 31st December 2024.
She assured the various District Assemblies and other institutions invited to respond to infractions cited in the Auditor-General’s report that the Committee would be transparent in asking questions as well as granting opportunities to all to explain issues to the Committee.
Abena Osei Asare, allowed the Ranking Member of the Committee, Samuel Atta Mills to chair the sitting with the explanation that her government was in power then, therefore she could not chair over Auditor-General reports of 2024.
