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Headmistress displays seized contraceptives at PTA meeting
Parents were stunned when Mrs Dorothy Adentwi-Hayford, the Aggrey Memorial SHS headmistress displayed seized condoms, pills, and unauthorized items from students during a spirited address at the school’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) meeting in Cape Coast.
In a firm stance against growing indiscipline in the school, MrsAdentwi-Hayford placed the confiscated items on the high table as a visual illustration of the moral and disciplinary challenges some students posed.
Though she declined to name the culprits, she assured parents that appropriate disciplinary actions— alongside counselling-would be taken.
She clarified that while the majority of students were disciplined, a persistent few continued to exhibit deviant behaviours that undermined the school’s standards.
“These include sneaking out without exeat, bullying, stealing, truancy, and general apathy towards academic work,” she said.
More troubling, according to her, was the conduct of some parents who condoned such behaviours.
She condemned instances where parents verbally attacked or placed curses on school authorities for disciplining their wards without verifying the facts.
Determined to restore order, MrsAdentwi-Hayford announced stricter disciplinary measures, warning that any form of misconduct would not be tolerated as the school strives to move from a category B to a category A institution.
She urged parents to take an active interest in their children’s welfare beyond just providing for their material needs.
“When your children return home with complaints, please investigate. Contact the school before jumping to conclusions,” she advised.
She also called on parents to respect the school’s security protocols, which are designed to protect the students.
Several parents who contributed during the open forum supported the headmistress’ call for tougher discipline, commending her efforts to maintain high standards. —GNA
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JoyNews Journalist Assulted: Carlos Calony thanks Ghanaians and media for support after assault and detention
Multimedia journalist Carlos Calony has expressed gratitude to the general public and the inky fraternity, especially the Multimedia Group Limited, for the overwhelming support and concern shown him.
This comes after he was allegedly assaulted and detained by National Security operatives on Wednesday , July 30, 2025, while covering an assignment on the demolition of structures belonging to businessman, Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan at Spintex in Accra
In a statement, Mr Calony said he was deeply moved by the calls, messages, and words of encouragement he received during the difficult period.
He thanked the Board, Management, and Staff of the Multimedia Group Limited for their swift action and strong support, which he said helped to secure his release.
“I consider it a privilege to be part of a media family that is independent, fearless, and credible,” he said.
Mr Calony also extended his appreciation to the media community, including the Ghana Journalists Association and the Media Foundation for West Africa, for speaking out against the attack.
He acknowledged their swift response adding that it showed a strong commitment to defending press freedom and protecting journalists.
According to him, the assault was not just an attack on him and his crew, but an attack on free speech and democracy in Ghana.
He described the incident as unprovoked, unjustified, and troubling.
He called on the authorities to ensure justice is served and to take steps to prevent similar attacks on journalists in the future.
Mr Calony further stressed that the military uniform is a symbol of honour and discipline and should not be tarnished by a few individuals who misuse their power.
He urged Ghanaians to continue defending truth, justice, and freedom.
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Nii Lante Vanderpuye calls for punitive action against soldier who assaulted the Joy News journalist
The former Member of Parliament for the Odododiodio Constituency and National Coordinator for the Disaster Resilience Improvement Programme (DRIP), Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has called for strict disciplinary action to be taken against the soldier who allegedly assaulted a Joy News journalist during the demolition of a facility around Spintex in Accra on July 30.
The structures is said to belong to popular businessman, Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan.
Condemning the incident, Mr. Vanderpuye, stated that no one deserves to be assaulted in the line of duty.
He described the attack as unacceptable and insisted that it should not be excused under any circumstance.
“No government in its right sense would endorse, sanction, or approve of any wanton disregard for the rights of a journalist,”.
“I will never support, approve of, or justify any form of assault on any individual without cause” he affirmed.
He further explained that such misconduct is often the result of over-excited and irresponsible behavior by some security personnel, and it should not be viewed as a government policy or directive.
Mr. Vanderpuye stressed that even when security officers are provoked, their response must remain within legal and ethical limits.
“You don’t just attack someone and violate their fundamental freedoms and expect to walk away free,” he stated.
He emphasized that all forms of assault, whether from a civilian, a security officer, or even between civilians are wrong and must be condemned.
He urged the Ghana Armed Forces to follow the example of the Ghana Police Service, which interdicted an officer involved in a similar assault during the recent election at Ablekuma North in 19 polling stations.
He expressed confidence in the military’s disciplinary structure.
“I expect the military to act just as the police did. The army has always been a disciplined institution,” he said.
Mr. Vanderpuye urged the public and state institutions to take such matters seriously and ensure that justice is served, especially when it involves press freedom and the rights of ordinary citizens.
