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Create programmes to deal with global trend – Prof Akakpovi
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Applied Science and Technologies and Technical, Vocational and Education Training (TVET) Institutions have been asked to create innovative programmes, short courses, research groups and centres to deal with emerging global and national trends.
They are encouraged to collaborate with relevant industries to find workable Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) programmes on campus.
The Pro-Vice Chancellor of Accra Technical University (ATU), Prof Amevi Akakpovi, who delivered the keynote address at the First Poster and Exhibition Conference on the theme, “Innovative Technologies in Applied Sciences”, at the university, said the world was rapidly changing and technology was the main driver in this regard.
He said Disruptive Technology was a new innovation that had significantly changed the way an existing market or industry operated, adding that though it initially met resistance, they could transform how industry functioned. 
Prof Akakpovi listed some of the top disruptive technologies as 3D Printing, 5G and Improved Connectivity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Automatic and Robotics, Cyber Security Advances , Virtual and Augmented Reality, The Work- From- Home Revolution, Voice –Activated Searches, Internet of Things ( IoT) and Edge Computing.
He said Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning were a method of making a computer-controlled robot, or a software think intelligently like the mind of the human. He disclosed that by 2030, about 50 billion devices would be in use around the world, and this would create a massive web of interconnected devices with the global spending estimated to reach US D 1.1 trillion by the end of this year.
Prof Akakpovi explained that AI was accomplished by studying the patterns of the human brain and by analysing the cognitive process, the outcome of these studies had developed intelligent software and systems.
He said AI had received a lot of commendation in the past and continued to be one of the technology trends because it was known for its superiority in image and speech recognition, navigation apps, smartphone personal assistants, ride-sharing apps among others.
The Pro-Vice Chancellor said the IT was the future and had already enabled devices, home appliances, cars and much more to be connected to and exchange data on the internet.
He said edge computing was a paradigm that brought computation and data storage closer and was expected to improve response times and save bandwidth.
Prof Edmund Ameko, the chairman of the Exhibiting Team also said the Computer Science Department had developed a software which would capture new people in a particular premise and track them with a specific numbers, and another software which could translate a person’s voice into writing.
Mr Johnson Opoku-Boateng, the Director of Business Development Services at the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) and Founder of QA Consult who was the Guest Speaker, called for support for universities to carry out research in technology which would help in the establishment of business incubator among others.
Prof Alice Constance Mensah, the Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences (ATU), also urged students to develop apps and gadgets which would enable them to develop their own devices to speed up development.
Justice Nyarko, a student in the 3D Printing and Drones Department said the printer was used to manufacture the prototype of any design including human parts to precision, adding that the machine would enable operators to bring their creativity to reality.
By Raymond Kyekye
The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested former professional boxer Michael Ayitey Okai, popularly known as “Ayitey Powers,” over an alleged threat of death against the Director-General of the National Sports Authority, Yaw Ampofo.
According to the Police, the 46-year-old former boxer was arrested on Monday, August 24, 2026, in connection with the alleged threat.
The Police said the arrest followed a video circulating on social media in which Ayitey Powers is alleged to have issued the threat against Mr Ampofo.
He is currently in Police custody and is assisting with investigations.
The Accra Regional Police Command said investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged threat and determine the appropriate action to be taken in accordance with the law.
The Command has urged the public to refrain from sharing unverified information about the matter while the investigation continues.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Minority Leader in Parliament Alexander Afenyo Markin has sued the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, and Multimedia Group Limited over alleged defamatory comments made against him on the Newsfile programme.
In a writ filed at the High Court in Accra, Mr Afenyo Markin is seeking GH¢15 million in damages, an apology and retraction of the statements, among other reliefs.
The suit follows comments allegedly made by Mr Gyamfi during the Saturday, August 22, 2026 edition of Newsfile, hosted by Samson Lardy Anyenini.
According to the statement of claim, Mr Gyamfi described Mr Afenyo Markin as an “extortionist” while responding to a question about GoldBod’s reported profits and its position on losses arising from its operations.
The plaintiff claims that Mr Gyamfi repeated the allegation when the host sought clarification on whether he stood by the description.
Mr Afenyo Markin further claims that Mr Gyamfi challenged him to sue him and insisted that the allegation was true.
The plaintiff argues that the statements created the impression that he engages in extortion, uses his political influence to put improper pressure on public institutions and officials, and conducts himself in a manner inconsistent with the standards expected of a lawyer and public office holder.
He denies the allegations and maintains that he is not an extortionist and has never engaged in the conduct alleged by Mr Gyamfi.
The Minority Leader also argues that the comments were made maliciously and were presented as facts without evidence being disclosed.
He claims the statements have damaged his reputation, professional standing and public image, particularly because of his position as a senior political figure and legal practitioner.
The suit also names Multimedia Group Limited as a defendant because, according to the plaintiff, the alleged defamatory comments were broadcast through JoyNews and subsequently circulated on social media platforms, including X, Facebook and YouTube.
Mr Afenyo Markin claims Multimedia failed to stop the comments or deactivate Mr Gyamfi’s microphone after the allegations were made.
He is therefore asking the court to award him general, aggravated and exemplary damages, as well as GH¢15 million in compensation and legal costs.
He is also seeking an order compelling the defendants to issue a full, unconditional and unequivocal retraction and public apology.
The plaintiff wants the apology and retraction to be given similar prominence and reach as the original publication, including through JoyNews and the social media platforms where the comments were disseminated.
He is further seeking a permanent injunction preventing the defendants from repeating the alleged defamatory statements or words with a similar meaning.
The writ requires the defendants to enter an appearance within eight days after being served.
It warns that failure to do so could result in judgment being entered in their absence.
The case was filed by lawyer Paa Kwesi Abaidoo of Dehyena Chambers on behalf of Mr Afenyo Markin.
By: Jacob Aggrey
