Enroll more females into Senior High Schools

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2 years ago

May 4, 2024

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Prof Aziato

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Professor Lydia Aziato has advocated for the enrollment of females into Senior High Schools (SHSs).

That, she said would ensure equity in male-female enrolment in pre-tertiary schools.

Prof Aziato said this last week at the 60th anniversary of Awudome Senior High School (AWUSCO) at Tsito in Volta Region.

The anniversary was held on the theme “60 years of quality education- benefits and relevance in contemporary times.”

She said educating females was not only about imparting knowledge, but it is about empowerment, resilience and transformation that transcends generations.

“Although AWUSCO is in the Volta Region, management should always endeavour to be equitable in admissions to provide opportunities for all qualified applicants from across the country,” she said.

She said the pre-tertiary institutions should create opportunities for individuals with disability, adding that it means ensuring disability friendly facilities.

She said those from less endowed schools and students with some learning disabilities should have special interventions to help them achieve the desired outcomes

The Vice Chancellor of UHAS said pre-tertiary education provides the foundations for success bonding while relationships were established for life and alumni groups at this level are stronger.

Prof Aziato stated that in schools where alumni mentorship sessions are incorporated, students identify mentors that help them navigate their life journeys.

By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu

Man arrested in Ashaiman for allegedly posing as soldier and extorting money

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4 days ago

September 18, 2026

WeeklySpectator

The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man for allegedly posing as a soldier and extorting money from unsuspecting members of the public at Ashaiman.

The suspect, identified as Bright Atsu Kudiabor, was arrested by the Ashaiman Police on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at about 7:00 a.m.

According to the Police, he was arrested at an area known as “I Shall Return”, where he was allegedly parading himself as a soldier and demanding money from people.

The Police said Kudiabor, who is an ex-convict, was initially arrested by personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service in Ashaiman with assistance from other members of the public.

A search conducted on him after he was handed over to the Police reportedly led to the recovery of a set of military camouflage uniform.

The suspect is currently in Police custody and assisting with investigations.

The Tema Regional Police Command said he would be processed for court after investigations are completed.

The Police urged the public to remain vigilant and report anyone who falsely presents themselves as a soldier or a member of another security agency to deceive or extort money from the public.

By: Jacob Aggrey

Volta has enormous agricultural potential – Regional Minister

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6 days ago

September 16, 2026

WeeklySpectator

Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, says the Volta Region holds enormous agricultural potential and efforts must be geared towards connecting farmers to the needed resources to unlock that potential.

He said focus must be on linking farmers to resources, technology, financing and markets to increase production, create jobs and build sustainable livelihoods.

Hon. Gunu made the remarks at the national launch of the Ghana Tomato Self-Sufficiency Initiative (GHATSI) held at Anloga in the Volta Region on Tuesday, September 15.

The initiative, under the theme “Produce at Home. Feed the Nation. Export the Surplus,” seeks to boost local tomato production, processing and marketing while reducing Ghana’s heavy reliance on imported tomatoes.

The launch was attended by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, his Deputy, John Setor Dumelo, Feed Ghana Coordinator, Bright Demordzi, Members of Parliament, traditional leaders, MMDCEs, farmers and other stakeholders.

Mr.Gunu expressed appreciation to the Minister for Food and Agriculture for the support announced for the region, including two excavators, 200 cartons of organic fertiliser, and GH¢200,000 for Ms. Kuatudzo Esther Dela, a tomato farmer and processor from Ziope.

He described the initiative as an important step towards making agriculture a stronger driver of food security, job creation and economic growth in the Volta Region.

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme