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Faeces, cola nuts force closure of school

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School closed until further notice

Teaching and learning at the Dzindziso D/A Junior High School (JHS) in the Kadjebi District have come to an abrupt halt after unknown persons allegedly splashed human faeces and placed cola nuts at the entrances of all three classrooms, creating panic among students and teachers.

According to a letter dated November 26, 2025, and addressed to the Kadjebi District Director of Education, the disturbing scene was first noticed in the early hours of the day. The report indicated that parcels of human excreta wrapped in polythene bags had been positioned directly in front of JHS One, JHS Two, and JHS Three classrooms. Each parcel was surrounded by cola nuts, making it impossible to enter the rooms without stepping over the substances.

The letter explained that school authorities immediately informed the Assemblyman for the Dzindziso Electoral Area and the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) Chairman, who visited the scene to assess the situation. Concerned about the health and safety of both learners and staff, they jointly advised that students be sent home while the matter was reported to the appropriate authorities.

Mr. Lukman Hamza, Assemblyman of the area, confirmed the incident in an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA), describing it as “shocking and deeply troubling.” He said that investigations had begun to identify the perpetrators and determine their motives.

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Mr. Seth Seyram Deh, Kadjebi District Director of Education, also validated the report, stating that the school had been officially closed until the environment could be deemed safe for academic activities to resume. He told the GNA that the Dzindziso E.P. JHS had previously suffered similar attacks, which also led to its temporary closure before reopening.

Mr. Deh added that he and the Kadjebi District Chief Executive (DCE) would soon engage community members to discuss effective measures to prevent future occurrences.

A member of staff of the school, who spoke to the GNA on condition of anonymity, said the school had suffered several similar attacks in the past, suggesting that some individuals in the community may not want the school to operate there.

Community members have expressed concern over the incident, calling for swift action to protect the school and ensure the safety of children. Authorities have assured the public that the matter was being treated with urgency. – GNA

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Over 20 structures levelled at Laboma Beach Resort

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Some victims salveging their belongings after the demolitioning exercise at the Laboma Beach Resort Photo Victor A. Buxton (19)

Over 20 structures built within the 50-metre buffer zone of the Kpeshie Lagoon at the Laboma Beach Resort in the La Dade-Kotopon Municipality were on Sunday demolished by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC).

Buildings such as single-unit semi-detached under construction and completed chalets at the resort were pulled down while portions of a newly constructed perimeter wall were also demolished. Read More

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MTN Ghana climaxes 30th anniversary with CEO Invitational golf

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Some of the winners of the competition

About 120 golfers from clubs across Ghana participated in an 18-hole competition, dubbed ‘MTN 30th Anniversary CEO Invitational Golf Tournament’ held at the Achimota Golf Club on Saturday.

Frederick Semenu Duvor his receives his prize from Mr Ishmael Yamson

At the end of the hectic day, Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men’s Group A event with 39 points, while Julienne Afi claimed the Ladies’ Group A title with the same score.

Kous Lounges Mang receiving the award for the Ladies Group B event

Yaw Mireku Jnr. won the Men’s Group B with an impressive 45 points, while Kous Louanges Mang took the Ladies’ Group B title with 38 points.

Kofi Mangesi won Men’s Group C with 40 points while Elorm R. Akuash Bonney claimed the Ladies’ version with 42 points.

In the Seniors Division, Jan Vogel emerged winner of the men’s category with 39 gross, while Helen Appah topped the ladies’ category with 44 gross.

Addressing participants, the company’s Board Chairman, Mr Ishmael Yamson, urged the company to approach its next phase with the same resilience, discipline and determination that have defined its success over the past three decades.

He drew a striking parallel between the game of golf and MTN Ghana’s three-decade journey, describing both as long games in which success depends less on one spectacular moment than on consistency, patience, judgment and the ability to recover from setbacks.

He said, golf had taught him a lesson that extended far beyond the fairways, thus, a round cannot be won on the first hole.

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An official of MTN presenting the Ladies Group A winner prize to Juliene Amezrado

In golfing terms, he said, MTN Ghana had encountered its share of regulatory bunkers, competitive hazards and unexpected storms that had forced the company to pause, reassess and change its approach.

Hellen Appah receiving the Ladies Seniors award

But those challenges, he suggested, were part of the journey rather than reasons to abandon it.

By Andrew Nortey

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