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Hon. Ayiku Lauds Ga-English Diglot Initiative …Says it would promote evangelism
The Member of Parliament for Ladzokuku Constituency, Hon. Benjamin Ayiku Nartey has expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Ga-English Diglot initiative by the Ghana Bible Society to promote Evangelism in the country.
He made this statement during the launch of the first ever Revised Ga-English Diglot held at Peniel Presbyterian Church, Teshie Salem in Accra on the theme, “We heard them speak in our own language” (Acts 25-12).
He applauded the Council and all persons who contributed to the creation of the masterpiece.
The Revised Ga-English Diglot, he said, would not only help in spreading the gospel and winning souls for Christ, but allow for the promotion of Ghana’s heritage.
“Although, several measures have been put in place to promote our cultural heritage, the aspect of language has been largely ignored. I believe efforts such as this would be instrumental in promoting our heritage.
This Ga-English Diglot, I believe, has the tendency to educate Ga, especially the youth, to have a better appreciation of the Ga language”,
Language, he averred, as a tool in gospel advocacy, had proven itself very essential tool in preaching the gospel.
“The perfect example of this was the gift of tongues given to the 12 disciples by the Holy Spirit to assist the deciples in their missionary work.
As such, the church’s exploits in producing this Diglot highlights some remarkable efforts in promoting Evangelism and to this, I salute”.
By Spectator Reporter
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President John Dramani Mahama to kick off 2025/26 Premier League season in Accra
The 2025/26 Premier League will officially kick off on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium, with the President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, performing the ceremonial kick-off ahead of the season opener between Accra Hearts of Oak and league debutants Hohoe United.
President Mahama will be joined by Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, members of the Executive Council and football fans from across the capital as the curtain rises on what promises to be one of the most exciting campaigns in recent years.
Giants Hearts of Oak will open their quest for a league title when they take on newly promoted Hohoe United under the floodlights of the Accra Sports Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 pm local time (19:00 GMT).
The Phobians, bolstered by new signings and a strong pre-season campaign, are eager to end a four-year run without an opening-day victory, while United will be aiming to make a statement in their first-ever top-flight match.
Before the main fixture, there will be a curtain-raiser between the Black Starlets (Ghana U-17) and Auroras FC, the youth side of Hearts of Oak, at 4:00 pm local time.
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, top Afro-dancehall and reggae musician Stonebwoy (Livingstone Etse Satekla) will deliver a live performance at the venue, ensuring fans enjoy not only football but also top-class entertainment on opening night.
This season is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent memory, with traditional heavyweights, ambitious newcomers and revitalized clubs all targeting glory. From title races to survival battles, fans are set for months of excitement, drama and unforgettable moments.
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GES opens promotion applications for teaching staff
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has invited applications from qualified teachers and officers for promotion to higher ranks within the service.
In a notice signed by the Acting Deputy Director-General for Management Services, Prof. Smile Dzisi, the GES said the ranks available are Deputy Director, Assistant Director I, Assistant Director II and Principal Superintendent.
According to the statement, applicants must meet the minimum years of service required for each position.
Teachers seeking promotion to Deputy Director must have been promoted to Assistant Director I in or before 2021.
Similarly, those applying for Assistant Director I should have held the rank of Assistant Director II since 2021 or earlier.
Applicants for Assistant Director II must have been Principal Superintendents from 2021 or earlier, while those applying for Principal Superintendent must have been Senior Superintendent I since 2021 or before.
The GES stated that teachers with approved Master’s or PhD degrees may use their certificates to apply for promotion out of turn if the qualifications meet set conditions.
These include completing an approved course of study and obtaining the certificate after their previous promotion but not later than 2023.
Applicants are to complete the online application form and upload all required documents in PDF format, except for the passport-size photograph.
The application window runs from Thursday, September 11, to Thursday, October 2, 2025. The GES urged all applicants who had applied earlier to re-apply.
By: Jacob Aggrey
