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NCCE engages stakeholders on adolescent health, gender equality
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The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has engaged stakeholders in the Yunyoo-Nasuan District, to strengthen community support for adolescent health, promote gender equality and inttakeholders’ engagement, held at the Nasuan Market and Lorry Park in the North East Region, formed part of the “Empowering Community and Youth for Adolescent Health, Gender Equality, and Preventing GBV through Civic Engagement” initiative.
It sought to encourage parents and community members to support the health and wellbeing of adolescents, enhance coordination amongst key stakeholders, and educate residents on the harmful effects of GBV on individuals, families and communities.
The event, organised in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund with financial support from Global Affairs Canada, was attended by a total of 105 people comprising 82 females and 23 males.
Mr Hamidu Halaru, the Assembly Member of the Nasuan Electoral Area, who was a facilitator during the event, urged parents to take greater responsibility for the upbringing of their children.
He advised parents to closely monitor the behaviour and peer associations of their children, to detect early signs of risky conducts and intervene promptly.
He emphasised that parents had a duty to ensure nurture morally upright, disciplined and responsible children, especially girls, to enable them to become productive members of society.
Mr Mohammed Iddrisu, a Teacher and Guidance and Counselling Coordinator, Nasuan Senior High School encouraged students to embrace discipline, hard work, respect and determination as essential ingredients for success.
He urged them to avoid social vices that could derail their aspirations and appealed to parents to continue investing in the education and wellbeing of their children, especially girls as they were more vulnerable to societal challenges.
Mr Abdul-Wahid Madi, who is from the Health Promotion Unit, Nasuan District Health Directorate, spoke about teenage pregnancy and the importance of protecting the rights and future of the girl-child.
He advised parents against rushing their daughters into marriage, explaining that early marriages exposed girls to health complications, interrupted education, and created financial and emotional challenges for them.
He reminded the participants that national policy allowed pregnant schoolgirls to continue their education until delivery and called on parents and community members, to work together to safeguard the future of the younger generation.-GNA
The Ministry of Education has condemned the alleged sexual abuse of a 14-year-old student with autism at Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS) in the Upper East Region.
The ministry, in a statement issued on August 20, 2026, indicated that two watchmen employed by the school are alleged to have sexually abused the student.
It described the incident as unacceptable and stressed that schools must protect and care for students, particularly children who are vulnerable.
The ministry made it clear that the student cannot be blamed for the alleged abuse.
“The Ministry wishes to state unequivocally that a minor cannot be held responsible for sexual abuse perpetrated against her by an adult,” it stated.
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to investigate the matter and submit a report immediately.
He has directed the GES to ensure that the student receives the necessary medical care and counselling to support her recovery.
The ministry further directed that the student’s boarding status at BOGISS be restored immediately.
It assured the student’s family and the public that it would work to ensure that justice is served.
The ministry described the incident as an act of indiscipline and reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the safety, dignity and rights of students in schools across the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Former Deputy Minister for Local Government and NDC aspiring national chairman, Nii Lante Vanderpuye has apologised to GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over comments he made during a discussion on Channel one TV.
In a statement dated August 20, 2026, Mr Vanderpuye acknowledged that his comments during the programme did not properly communicate his intended position.
He explained that he had no intention of undermining Mr Gyamfi or supporting criticisms being directed at him and GoldBod by the opposition.
According to him, his intention was to defend the work of GoldBod and the efforts of its CEO, but he expressed himself in a way that created a different impression.
“For that error of judgement and communication, I am sincerely sorry,” Mr Vanderpuye stated.
He particularly apologised to Mr Gyamfi, describing him as a dedicated member of the NDC who has served the party with courage and commitment.
Mr Vanderpuye also apologised to the leadership, members and grassroots of the NDC who may have been disappointed or hurt by his comments.
He acknowledged that party members expect leaders and those seeking greater responsibility within the NDC to show solidarity, good judgement and loyalty, especially when members and institutions led by them face political attacks.
Mr Vanderpuye further stressed that he has spent a significant part of his political life supporting and fighting for the NDC, including during difficult personal and political periods.
He reaffirmed that the NDC remains his political home and that his loyalty and commitment to the party remain unwavering.
The issue started after the Minority in Parliament, led by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo Markin, accused GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi of being responsible for an alleged GH¢22 billion loss at the institution.
Mr Gyamfi later responded to the allegations during the government’s accountability series, defending GoldBod and its work.
However, during a discussion on channel one TV, Nii Lante Vanderpuye made some comments that were understood by some people as being critical of Mr Gyamfi and GoldBod.
His comments sparked concerns among some NDC supporters, leading him to apologise to Mr Gyamfi, the party leadership and its members.
By: Jacob Aggrey
