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NDC directs Obuasi SHTS headmaster to withdraw from Juaben chairmanship race
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has directed the headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School, Zakaria Abdulai, to withdraw from the race for the Juaben constituency chairmanship or face disqualification.
The party’s Deputy National Communications Director, Julius Kwame Anthony, disclosed this during an interview on JoyNews’ The Probe on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
According to him, the party took the decision following reports of alleged sexual abuse in schools involving the headmaster, who is currently being investigated by law enforcement agencies.
He explained that the party had formally communicated its position to Mr Abdulai, insisting that he must withdraw his chairmanship bid or be disqualified.
“Our rationale is simple. This person is currently being investigated by law enforcement agencies who essentially report to our government,” Mr Anthony stated.
He added that the party had been aware of the matter since it came to light but had not previously made its position public.
The directive comes amid public concern over the allegations of sexual abuse in schools and the headmaster’s decision to contest the constituency chairmanship position.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has temporarily suspended all date of birth changes on the Ghana Card across the country.
The suspension takes effect from Monday, November 9, 2026, and will remain in force until further notice.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Authority said the decision followed a review of its date of birth update process, which revealed the need for stronger safeguards.
The NIA said it was engaging key institutions, including the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Births and Deaths Registry, to strengthen the guidelines for processing such requests.
It explained that the consultations were aimed at ensuring a transparent, credible and standardised system for handling date of birth changes.
During the suspension, no new applications for date of birth changes will be accepted or processed at any NIA office nationwide. Requests already being processed will also not be approved.
The Authority said it would notify the public once the consultations were completed and the revised guidelines were ready.
It apologised for any inconvenience caused and appealed to the public for understanding and cooperation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Judicial Service of Ghana has announced the suspension of the industrial action by the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) and the Senior Staff Association of the Judicial Service of Ghana (SSAJUG).
In a press release dated November 9, 2026, the Judicial Service said the decision followed productive discussions between the leadership of the two associations and management, resulting in a mutual understanding.
It has consequently directed all staff to resume work with immediate effect, with courts across the country expected to resume normal sittings on Tuesday, November 10.
The Service expressed regret over the disruption caused by the strike and apologised to President John Dramani Mahama, the Executive arm of government, the Speaker of Parliament and Members of Parliament, the legal profession and the general public.
It particularly apologised to court users who experienced inconvenience during the industrial action.
The Judicial Service reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the smooth and timely delivery of justice and thanked stakeholders for their patience and understanding as efforts continue towards a lasting resolution of the issues raised.
By: Jacob Aggrey
