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The story of the Obuasi Senior High Technical School headmaster continues to resonate across the country each day since it broke, bringing fresh revelations, most of them telling.

Until a few days after the breaking of the story, we, like other Ghanaians, did not know that petitions had been written by the victims of the Casanova to the Ashanti Regional Director of Education and the Municipal Director of Education, each of them not responding to the complainants.

The Ashanti Regional Director of Education especially, said he was unwell, and we wondered whether he had no deputy who could act upon the very serious petition since it bordered upon the serious instinct of a rampaging Casanova.

The tone of our commentary would have been different today but for the Ghana Education Service (GES) ordering yesterday that the Ashanti Regional Director of Education and Municipal Director of Education step aside as investigations continue into the case.

We congratulate the victims for writing the petition and forwarding same to the appropriate quarters although the officers who received them shirked their responsibilities under the circumstances.

That they have been ordered to step aside as investigations continue is sufficient warning to others who shirk their responsibilities, especially when grave misconduct such as under review takes place.

We ask that the victims who issued the petition are protected against attacks by the assigns of the alleged perpetrator.

We are surprised that a case whose docket has already been forwarded to the Attorney General’s Department is said to be awaiting fresh investigations. Shouldn’t we smell an attempt at slowing down the process and eventually killing the case?

In any case, we are all ears as the so-called investigation is said to be about to commence.

Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has not spoken about the subject, and many are questioning whether she does not find the subject worthy of attracting her comments, let alone expressing solidarity with the affected victims and families.

As the first female Vice President, Ghanaian women look up to her for guidance and support in times like this when Casanovas, regardless of the ages of female students in their care, rather abuse them sexually.

The Vice President’s words would go a long way in assuring female students in both Senior High School and tertiary education levels that there is one of them at the presidency they can look up to for support when they are being abused.

Even the Gender Ministry, which should be seen to be active in ensuring that the appropriate responses are effected, is sleeping, the matter under review not the cup of tea of the minister.

We shall wait and see how things pan out as Zakaria Abdulai seeks to go to court to, as it were, clear his name. That is great to hear. The courts will hear all who take their plights to them. We just hope that the case will remain active until its final determination.

The young sexually abused girls demand justice, their plights matter.

The husband of Ghanaian fashion icon Nana Akua Addo, Harold Duodu Norman, has allegedly been remanded into custody following allegations of abuse against his wife and their children.

According to a close source, Nana Akua Addo is expected to have full custody of their children while the couple undergoes trial.

The latest development comes after weeks of public outcry and court proceedings at the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service.

Following the petition of abuse, Harold Norman was arrested at his residence on August 27, cautioned, and granted police enquiry bail with two sureties on August 29 while investigations continued.

He was scheduled to appear in court on October 7, but his lawyer informed police he had been admitted to hospital. DOVVSU investigators visited the hospital to verify the claim and police said he would be arraigned immediately after discharge.

With the new remand and the expected custody arrangement, the case is set to enter a decisive phase as the court determines the next steps.

Workers and supporters of Nana Akua Addo on Monday gathered at the DOVVSU court to show solidarity with her as proceedings continue.

The supporters, clad in T-shirts bearing her image with the inscription ‘JUSTICE’, demanded accountability, with one saying, ‘If you no longer love her, take her back to her family instead of beating her.’

At the court premises, workers of the fashion icon insisted they could not remain silent while she suffers what they describe as injustice, calling for justice and accountability as the case unfolds.

According to the Ghana Police Service, the case stems from a formal petition filed by Nana Akua Addo, known privately as Rosemond Akua Adobea, to the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) on August 20, 2026, alleging physical, emotional and economic abuse.

Police say preliminary investigations revealed the couple had previously come to the attention of DOVVSU at Lakeside and Ministries Police Stations in July 2026.

The issue escalated in early October when videos and photos began circulating on social media showing Nana Akua Addo with visible injuries, including a swollen lip and facial wounds, with blood-stained clothing. Separate footage reportedly showed one of their daughters being slapped.

The 4th edition of the African Women in Philanthropy Conference is set to bring together women leaders and key stakeholders to explore ways to strengthen local philanthropy and social investment in Ghana.

The conference, scheduled for October 26, 2026, at the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) Conference venue in Accra, is being held under the theme ‘Women Leading the Future of Local Philanthropy and Social Investment.’

It will provide a platform for participants to exchange ideas, forge strategic partnerships and identify innovative approaches to mobilising local resources for sustainable development.

The event is being organised by Ghana Philanthropy Week and Women in Philanthropy Ghana (WiP Ghana), in partnership with Philanthropy Ghana, as part of efforts to promote locally driven development and expand the role of women in philanthropy.

Discussions at the conference will focus on six thematic areas, including women’s leadership in local philanthropy and community giving; social investment and innovative finance; women’s leadership for inclusive and sustainable development; inspiring the next generation of women philanthropists; artificial intelligence, digital innovation and the future of women’s philanthropy; and mobilising partnerships for Ghana’s philanthropy and social investment sector.

Through these discussions, participants are expected to examine strategies for strengthening local resource mobilisation, promoting innovative financing mechanisms, harnessing technology for social impact and building partnerships to support sustainable development.

The conference will also highlight opportunities for young women to develop their leadership skills and play a greater role in philanthropy, social entrepreneurship and social investment.

The event will feature opening remarks by the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, while Dr. Nana Asantewa Afadzinu, Executive Director of the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI), will deliver the keynote address.

Interactive sessions and technical masterclasses will also be facilitated by a range of experts, including Rabih Chehade, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Slangit; Hamdiya Ismaila of Savana Impact Advisory; Jacqueline Asiimwe, Chief Executive Officer of CivSource Africa; Jemimah Boatemaah Osei, Deputy Director at the Ministry of Education; Elizabeth Zionita Dzah of Masana Wa Afrika; and Kezia Asiedua Sanie of For The Future Ghana.

The gathering comes amid growing calls for Ghana to strengthen domestic resource mobilisation and complement external development assistance with locally driven initiatives capable of addressing community needs.

By bringing together women leaders, development practitioners and other stakeholders, the conference seeks to encourage greater collaboration as well as promote approaches that empower local organisations and communities to take a leading role in financing and implementing development initiatives.

Organisers believe that expanding women’s participation in philanthropy and social investment can help unlock local resources, support inclusive growth and create sustainable solutions to development challenges.

Participation in the conference is open to interested stakeholders, who can register through the conference registration link: https://tinyurl.com/awip26.

The conference forms part of Ghana Philanthropy Week 2026, scheduled to run from October 26 to 31 under the theme ‘Beyond Aid: Financing Ghana’s Future through Local Philanthropy and Social Investment.’

The wider initiative seeks to advance conversations on how domestic giving, strategic partnerships and social investment can contribute to Ghana’s long-term development.

An online attacker, Timothy Gariba, who used social media to attack and insult Charles Bissue ahead of the 2020 general election, has rendered an unqualified apology to the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Western Regional Secretary.

During that period, Gariba, an activist of the NPP, made harsh remarks and unverified personal attacks on the former parliamentary candidate for the Essikado-Ketan Constituency.

He accused Mr. Bissue of destroying the party in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Constituency by supporting an independent candidate to contest the then incumbent Member of Parliament (MP), George Mireku Duker, in the 2020 parliamentary elections.

Gariba admitted that he did this out of fierce loyalty to the NPP candidate, believing he had to vilify anyone perceived as an enemy to his camp.

As a former loyalist of George Mireku Duker, Gariba had accused Mr. Bissue of collecting money from Joy Joycelyn Andoh – an NPP member who contested the Tarkwa-Nsuaem seat as an independent candidate – to bankroll her candidature.

Gariba also took centre stage online during the physical altercation that ensued between the legislator and Mr. Bissue ahead of the 2020 elections.

He heavily relied on social media platforms, particularly Facebook, to insult and threaten Mr. Bissue before and after the incident.

Unable to tolerate the incessant insults and threats against his life, Mr. Bissue sought legal redress in court.

The court had to issue a bench warrant for Gariba’s arrest after he repeatedly failed to honour police invitations and court appearances.

The Apology

Realising that his actions were uncalled for, Gariba has now rendered an unqualified apology to Mr. Bissue.

According to Gariba, his decision followed interventions and counseling from prominent traditional authorities in the Essikado-Ketan Constituency, including the Paramount Chief, Nana Kobina Nketiah V.

He disclosed that he also appealed to former regional executives of the NPP to intervene and convince Mr. Bissue to withdraw the case from court in the supreme interest of party unity.

Gariba took the opportunity to advise all Ghanaians, particularly political actors, to desist from the politics of insults and personal defamation.

He expressed his sincere gratitude to Mr. Bissue for accepting his customary gestures, showing mercy, and letting sleeping dogs lie.

Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has reiterated his interest in becoming head coach of Ghana’s senior national team, the Black Stars, citing the country’s footballing history and the quality of players at its disposal.

The Trinidad and Tobago legend is among the names linked with the vacant position following the departure of Carlos Queiroz, who left the role after Ghana’s disappointing start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.

Ghana suffered consecutive defeats against Ivory Coast and The Gambia in their opening Group C matches, leaving the four-time African champions bottom of the standings without a point.

Yorke, who has previously expressed his desire to manage the Black Stars, believes Ghana possess the talent to compete but must establish the right team culture and secure the commitment of its players.

‘It’s a job I’d be interested in, given Ghana’s history and the players available,’ Yorke told The Guardian.

‘You look at the squad and your eyes open even wider.

‘The conversation started there and then reached the media before I really knew it.

‘The talent is there. Build the culture and get the players to buy in, and the football will follow,’ he added.

Yorke enjoyed a successful playing career, most notably at Manchester United, where he won three Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League as part of the club’s historic treble-winning campaign in the 1998/99 season.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Ministry of Sports have appointed an interim technical team to oversee the Black Stars’ upcoming AFCON qualifying matches against Somalia.

Kim Lars Björkegren will lead the team, assisted by Ibrahim Tanko and Godwin Attram, while former Ghana goalkeeper Fatawu Dauda has been appointed goalkeeper trainer.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed a 30-day suspension and fined pound 255 (£215) by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) following his departure from the national team camp in September.

The 41-year-old captain left Portugal’s Nations League squad after being an unused substitute against Norway and learning that he would not start against Denmark on October 1.

In a lengthy statement, Ronaldo explained that his decision followed what he described as two broken promises by Portugal coach Jorge Jesus, accusing him of an ‘absolute breach of trust’.

However, the suspension will not affect Ronaldo’s international commitments, as it was backdated to the day of Portugal’s match against Denmark. He has already served 19 days of the ban and is not expected to miss any matches.

Portugal are scheduled to face Denmark again in the Nations League on November 14 before travelling to Wales three days later.

The FPF disciplinary committee said it considered the remorse expressed by Ronaldo in his statement, alongside his contributions to football and recognition for his sporting achievements, when determining the punishment.

The Al-Nassr forward also submitted his curriculum vitae, detailing his awards and accomplishments, as part of his defence.

Ronaldo referred the committee to his earlier statement, in which he accepted responsibility for his actions, apologised to his teammates and supporters, and acknowledged that he deserved to be punished.

Portugal coach Jesus has denied reaching any agreement with the forward but has left the door open for his return to the national team.

FPF president Pedro Proença also told Portuguese publication Record that there was a ‘strong desire’ to welcome Ronaldo back once the matter had been resolved.

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner has scored 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal, holding the world records for international goals and appearances in men’s football. He has also helped his country win Euro 2016 and two UEFA Nations League titles.

Ronaldo joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr in December 2022 on a reported annual salary of £177 million and signed a contract extension last year.

Hiplife pioneer, Reggie Rockstone, has hit back at veteran musician, Slim Buster, over claims that he has done little to support Ghana’s music industry.

Reggie defended his legacy, insisting that his role in pioneering hiplife should not be overlooked.

‘You say I haven’t done anything for the industry, but I pioneered hiplife. You even tapped into it with ‘Masherita’,’ he said.

His response follows comments by Slim Buster, who expressed frustration over his inability to meet Reggie to discuss music despite knowing him for years.

Slim Buster also accused the hiplife pioneer of failing to contribute meaningfully to the industry and questioned why veteran musicians were often treated as forgotten artistes.

Reggie, however, described the public criticism as unnecessary, pointing to their longstanding friendship and status as industry veterans.

‘OGs do not beef,’ he said, urging Slim Buster to address his concerns privately rather than use public platforms to criticise him.

On the claim that he had refused to collaborate with Slim Buster, Reggie said he did not recall receiving a call requesting a collaboration.

He added that musical partnerships depended on personal preference and creative chemistry, stressing that an artiste was not obliged to work with everyone.

Actress Beverly Afaglo died about six weeks after doctors reportedly gave her two months to live following a battle with triple-negative breast cancer, her sister, Mama Fiawotoe I, has disclosed.

Speaking to media personality Gifty Anti, Mama Fiawotoe said doctors advised Beverly to spend time with her children and put her personal affairs in order.

Despite the prognosis, she said, the actress remained hopeful of recovery and resisted discussions about her possible death.

‘She kept saying, ‘I’m not going to die. Stop asking me those questions. I’m not going to die,” she recalled.

Mama Fiawotoe said Beverly initially noticed a lump under her arm and sought medical attention after it continued to grow despite medication. A biopsy later confirmed cancer, and she underwent radiation therapy followed by surgery.

However, new lumps appeared shortly after the operation. The family later learnt that she had triple-negative breast cancer, an aggressive form of the disease.

As her condition deteriorated, doctors at Swiss Medical Centre reportedly told the family that the cancer was spreading towards her spine and other parts of her body, leaving limited treatment options.

The family travelled to the United States for further medical assistance but reportedly received little hope of managing the condition at that stage.

Despite the setbacks, her sister said Beverly continued to believe she would recover.

The actress died in May 2026 at the age of 42.

Nigerian skit maker Broda Shaggi has returned to social media months after he was reportedly shot while filming at Sango Ota Bridge in Ogun State.

In an emotional Instagram video shared late Tuesday, Shaggi said the incident occurred on March 9, describing it as ‘a day in my life I wish never happened’.

He also shared footage of himself being rushed to hospital with a gunshot wound.

Several media reports from Nigeria indicated that Shaggi was shot on March 9 but the incident became public on March 13, sparking concerns among fans over his whereabouts and well-being.

The Lagos State Police Command confirmed that a private hospital in Alakuko, where Shaggi was initially taken, reported the incident.

The comedian said he would provide further details about the shooting on Wednesday.

Ghana’s small-scale gold exports have increased to US$11.6 billion as of October 20, 2026, following reforms introduced by the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), to formalise the gold trading sector.

The exports represented 85.4 tonnes of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) gold, and recorded more than the performance of the large-scale mining sector.

‘From January 1, 2026, to October 20, 2026, the GoldBod has aggregated and exported 85.4 tonnes of ASM gold valued at US$11.6 billion against total large-scale exports of 76 tonnes worth US$11.1 billion for the same period,’ said GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi.

He made this known at the African Minerals Policy Forum – Mining In Motion Conference 2026 in Accra under the theme, ‘From Gold Production to National Prosperity: Ghana’s GoldBod Model for Mineral Sovereignty and Value Addition.’

The GoldBod CEO said the figures demonstrated the impact of reforms introduced to ensure that the country derived greater economic benefits from its gold resources as well as curb smuggling and increase foreign exchange inflows into the economy.

He attributed the performance to measures implemented since the establishment of GoldBod to address longstanding challenges in the gold trade, including smuggling, under-declaration and the failure to repatriate foreign exchange earnings from gold exports.

He said to address the challenges, GoldBod introduced a four-tier licensing regime, transparent pricing and digital stock-booking systems to improve accountability and formalise gold trading.

Mr. Gyamfi also indicated that foreign participation in direct gold trading in local markets was also prohibited, making the activity the exclusive preserve of Ghanaians.

He said the GoldBod established a special task force and an inspectorate to monitor compliance, strengthen market surveillance and gather intelligence on illegal gold trading and smuggling.

The reforms have produced significant gains, with small-scale gold exports increasing from 63 tonnes in 2024 to approximately 104 tonnes in 2025.

Mr. Gyamfi described the gains as a ‘production claw back,’ stating that GoldBod had not created new gold production but had brought previously unrecorded gold trade into the formal economy.

‘The Ghana Gold Board did not create gold that did not exist or was not already being produced; through reforms, it achieved what I call a production claw back, recovering into the official economy gold that was already being produced but was previously lost to smuggling and the illegal gold trade,’ he said.

He mentioned that apart from increasing exports, GoldBod is pursuing local refining to retain more value from the country’s mineral resources.

The Chief Executive said agreements with Gold Coast Refinery and Royal Ghana Gold Refinery had resulted in the local refining of 25 tonnes of ASM gold purchased and exported by GoldBod in 2026, representing about 30 per cent of the sector’s exports as of October 20.

‘Our mineral wealth must become more than an export statistic; it must strengthen our reserves, stabilise our foreign-exchange markets and currencies, power African enterprise and create dignified work for our growing youth population,’ the CEO noted.

Mahama Backs Local Gold Testing and Refining

President John Dramani Mahama has put his weight behind GoldBod’s planned expansion of local gold testing and refining as part of a broader strategy to increase value addition and strengthen Ghana’s position in the gold industry.

Addressing the 2026 Mining in Motion Summit, organised by the African Minerals Policy Centre in Accra, the President said Ghana was working to retain more economic benefits from its natural resources by developing domestic capacity for processing and related services.

‘Through the Ghana Gold Board and our gold refining policy, we are working to retain more value through assaying, refining, and related services,’ he said.

The policy seeks to strengthen local participation in key stages of the gold value chain, particularly assaying, which determines the purity and quality of gold, and refining, which processes the metal to meet commercial standards.

Developing these capabilities locally could create new opportunities for Ghanaian businesses, technicians and other professionals while supporting investment in mineral processing infrastructure.

The move also reflects a broader government objective to reduce the country’s dependence on exporting raw minerals and instead promote local processing to generate additional economic activity.

At the summit, President Mahama stressed the importance of African countries taking greater control of their mineral resources and ensuring that the benefits of extraction translate into industrial development and employment.

He said Ghana was pursuing measures to promote domestic processing and had set a goal of ending raw mineral ore exports by 2030, supported by legal measures and mineral-specific implementation requirements.

The gold testing and refining initiative fits into this broader strategy by seeking to retain more value within Ghana through services that are essential to the gold trade.

GoldBod’s role in formalising and regulating the small-scale gold sector provides an important institutional framework for these efforts. Stronger local testing and refining capacity could also support transparency and quality assurance in gold transactions.

The extent of the policy’s benefits will depend on how effectively the country expands its technical capacity, infrastructure and participation by local businesses.

The government’s objective is to build a more integrated mineral industry in which Ghana captures greater economic returns not only from extracting gold but also from testing, refining and other value-added activities.