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WASSCE violence: Invigilators must stop intimidating candidates – MCE
The Municipal Chief Executive for Abuakwa North in the Eastern region Alhaji Umar Bodinga has appealed to external invigilators from the West Africa Examination Council, WAEC, to desist from intimidating candidates writing this year’s West Africa Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in the Municipality.
Last year, some candidates in two examination centres went on a rampage over calculated intimidation against them by WAEC officials. Some invigilators sustained injuries during the violence.
In a goodwill message issued on August 8, 2022, the Abuakwa North MCE said the municipal security council is ensuring such incidents do not repeat this year.
The MCE, therefore, advised the candidates to desist from examination malpractices.
“I kindly urge you to desist from practices that do not conform to the rules and regulations of the West Africa Examination Council (WAEC)”.
Similarly, he also appealed to the officials of the West Africa Examination Council “to be highly professional in the execution of their duties and avoid all forms of intimidation in the examination halls.”
Alhaji Umar Bodinga also said MUSEC in collaboration with stakeholders on alert against all forms of examination fraud
“I hereby caution all stakeholders to beware of scammers who demand money in exchange for Examination questions and report them to the Police for further action”.
A total number of 3,593 candidates from 7 public and private institutions are sitting for this year’s West Africa Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in the Abuakwa North Municipality in the Eastern region.
The West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), which is both for selection to tertiary institutions and for certification, kicked off on the 1st of August and is expected to end on September 27, 2022.
The MCE is confident of improved performance this year.
“I can boast that the Abuakwa North Municipality is the hub of vibrant private and public Senior High Schools with enviable academic track records. It is my hope and prayer that the good Lord protects and favours you, grants you retentive memory throughout the period, so you can write the exams with all confidence and come out with flying colours”
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
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Breaking News: Daddy Lumba is dead – Family announces
Ghanaian music legend Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has died.
His family confirmed the sad news in a press release issued on Saturday, saying the 60-year-old passed away earlier in the day after a short illness.
“It is with profound sorrow and deep grief that the Fosu family announces the passing of Ghana’s beloved musical icon,” the statement read.
Daddy Lumba was one of Ghana’s most celebrated highlife musicians. With a career spanning more than three decades, his songs touched millions, telling stories of love, pain, joy, and hope.
He was known for his powerful voice, emotional lyrics, and unique style that made him a household name across the country and beyond.
“His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience,” the family said.
The family has asked for privacy as they mourn their loss and promised to announce funeral arrangements in the coming days.
The statement was signed by Fati Ali Yallah, a lawyer from Baba Jamal & Associates, on behalf of the Fosu family.
Fans, fellow musicians, and Ghanaians across the country have started pouring out tributes on social media, remembering Daddy Lumba’s unmatched contribution to Ghanaian music.
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Edem’s debut album gets praise from Sarkodie
Ghanaian rap star Sarkodie has celebrated fellow artiste Edem for his groundbreaking debut album “The Volta Regime”, calling it one of the greatest albums in Ghana’s music history.
In a heartfelt social media post, Sarkodie, whose real name is Michael Owusu Addo, reflected on the first time he heard Edem rap.
He said he was instantly impressed and knew Edem would have a serious impact on the music scene.
“I remember when I first encountered my brother Edem, I came back home to tell one of my hommies that this guy will have a serious impact on the music scene,”
“He was like naa because of the language barrier. I said I don’t hear language, I hear greatness. Big up my brother, you are still on my favourite emcee list.” Sarkodie wrote.
Edem, born Denning Edem Hotor, released The Volta Regime in 2009. The album boldly embraced the Ewe language and featured collaborations with top Ghanaian artists including Tinny, Kwabena Kwabena, and Jeremie Van-Garshong.
Despite initial doubts about how well Ewe rap would perform commercially, the album proved to be a major success and introduced a new wave of local-language hip-hop.
Songs like Bra Fre Me, Nyorvuviade, and the powerful Intro helped establish Edem’s lyrical prowess and cemented his place as a unique voice in the Ghanaian music industry.
At a time when the local scene was dominated by Twi and Ga-speaking rappers, Edem’s success broke barriers and made it clear that talent speaks louder than language.
His impact opened doors for more linguistic diversity in hiplife and hip-hop music across the country.
Sarkodie’s tribute is especially meaningful because both artists emerged around the same period. Sarkodie’s own debut album Makye also dropped in 2009, and the two have long shown mutual respect for each other’s craft.
Today, over 15 years after its release, The Volta Regime continues to inspire fans and artists alike. It remains a symbol of bold originality and cultural pride.
Edem has since released several projects and remains an active voice in Ghanaian music and youth advocacy. His legacy is a reminder that true greatness is not limited by language.
