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Technical education is a critical factor in national development, Professor Samuel Nii Odai, Vice-Chancellor of Accra Technical University has said
According to him, technical education had propelled industrialisation of the developed economics in the world which Ghana could not be left out in this modern era of technology
He said the institution among others aimed at preparing the students in their respective programmes that would meet the demands of world of work.
Prof Odai said the university’s concept was fashioned along the country’s means of promoting industrialisation, adding that the same concept had made Japan, Germany and China the leading industrial giants in the world.
Addressing the matriculants at ATU on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, the Vice Chancellor, said 6,941 out of 10,480 students who had been granted admission had registered in the university to commence Higher National Diploma (HND), Advanced Diploma, Bachelor of Technology and Certificate programmes.
He said, “Enhancing Students Experience, as enshrined in the university’s Five-Year Strategic Plan (2021-2025), was an indication that the university considered them the students the pivot around which its efforts revolved.
The Accra Technical University (ATU) has given the assurance to impart knowledge and skills training to the students in their chosen disciplines.
It will again inculcate in them the habit of how to research information they would require to solve the problems of life.
Prof Odai urged them to cherish their admission to the university and make the best of the opportunity offered them to study, but warned that it (university) would not condone acts of academic dishonesty because sanctions would be applied when caught in any examination malpractices.
He asked them to accord the Deans of Faculties, Heads of Department, lecturers and, indeed, all who held appointments in the university the respect they would give their parents.
Two of the fresh students who spoke to The Spectator on condition of anonymity, promised they would endeavour to overcome all the obstacles that would come their way and study hard for a better future.
By Raymond Kyekye
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man for allegedly posing as a soldier and extorting money from unsuspecting members of the public at Ashaiman.
The suspect, identified as Bright Atsu Kudiabor, was arrested by the Ashaiman Police on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at about 7:00 a.m.
According to the Police, he was arrested at an area known as “I Shall Return”, where he was allegedly parading himself as a soldier and demanding money from people.
The Police said Kudiabor, who is an ex-convict, was initially arrested by personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service in Ashaiman with assistance from other members of the public.
A search conducted on him after he was handed over to the Police reportedly led to the recovery of a set of military camouflage uniform.
The suspect is currently in Police custody and assisting with investigations.
The Tema Regional Police Command said he would be processed for court after investigations are completed.
The Police urged the public to remain vigilant and report anyone who falsely presents themselves as a soldier or a member of another security agency to deceive or extort money from the public.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, says the Volta Region holds enormous agricultural potential and efforts must be geared towards connecting farmers to the needed resources to unlock that potential.
He said focus must be on linking farmers to resources, technology, financing and markets to increase production, create jobs and build sustainable livelihoods.
Hon. Gunu made the remarks at the national launch of the Ghana Tomato Self-Sufficiency Initiative (GHATSI) held at Anloga in the Volta Region on Tuesday, September 15.
The initiative, under the theme “Produce at Home. Feed the Nation. Export the Surplus,” seeks to boost local tomato production, processing and marketing while reducing Ghana’s heavy reliance on imported tomatoes.
The launch was attended by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, his Deputy, John Setor Dumelo, Feed Ghana Coordinator, Bright Demordzi, Members of Parliament, traditional leaders, MMDCEs, farmers and other stakeholders.
Mr.Gunu expressed appreciation to the Minister for Food and Agriculture for the support announced for the region, including two excavators, 200 cartons of organic fertiliser, and GH¢200,000 for Ms. Kuatudzo Esther Dela, a tomato farmer and processor from Ziope.
He described the initiative as an important step towards making agriculture a stronger driver of food security, job creation and economic growth in the Volta Region.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
