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Some personalities are predictable as far as their opinions on national affairs are concerned.

Such persons are unable to conceal their political inclinations; their jaundiced opinions are proffered without an iota of finesse.

They do not find it necessary to apply layers of subtlety so they can be convincing in their presentations during discourses on very serious national matters. Not even rudiments of logic find space in their discourses.

Angel Carbonu, President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) made an appearance on a radio station in the aftermath of the release of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results. His opinion was as irritating as it was illogical.

His efforts at clothing the Free Senior High School (SHS) in rags exposed his flawed debate and penchant for politicising every issue that comes his way.

Why would a leader of teachers in the country refuse to take a scientific look at the cause of the poor performance but rather turn to weak and pedantic premises to support his conclusion?

For him, the poor performance is inter alia attributable to a tightened examination ambience which made it impossible for malpractices to take place, and reflects the true performance of the candidates.

In previous times, examination malpractices were enhanced so better performance can be posted to make the government look good, he posited.

He did not spare the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) for its complicity in the performance of candidates because, according to him, the examiners are able to manipulate the marking scheme for a particular outcome. Really?

This is a personality who has reached the pinnacle of his profession, teaching, talking without his professional cap.

How come he did not raise a red flag at the time he thought students were being supported to cheat in examinations?

The village boy, Thomas Amoaning, a product of the Free SHS made it to Brunel University in the UK, topping in Economics. He is currently at Oxford University on scholarship from his former university.

Is the NAGRAT President telling us that the products of the Free SHS, some of whom have already completed tertiary institutions were inadequate in academic standing?

He also blames the double track system for the poor performance of the candidates. The poor name tag he is seeking to festoon around the neck of the Free SHS won’t hold, and so it cannot be hanged.

We find it distasteful that citizens who should be displaying outstanding qualities for emulation by the growing generation would descend to such low notch.

The bar of moral standards should be raised higher than this. Must everything about the Free SHS be reduced to nothingness?

Come on, we can do better with national issues.

The Ghana Freedom Party (GFP) has commemorated the first anniversary of the passing of its founder, Madam Akua Donkor, with a solemn ceremony at her hometown, Ejuratia, in the Afigya Kwabre District of the Ashanti Region.

Led by the current leader of the party, Philip Appiah Kubi, popularly known as Roman Fada, the leadership visited her graveside to pay their respects and reaffirm their commitment to her legacy.

Speaking at a press briefing on the one-year anniversary of Akua Donkor’s passing, Mr. Appiah Kubi emphasised that the Ghana Freedom Party continues to pursue the ideals the late founder championed.

He said, ‘The Ghana Freedom Party is not dead, and the passing of our founder, Madam Akua Donkor, will not break our resolve. Instead, it has strengthened our commitment to serve the people of Ghana with integrity, courage, and bold solutions.’

The leader of GFP also assured Ghanaians that the party is reorganising and preparing to become a formidable force ahead of the next general election.

According to him, Akua Donkor’s political philosophy was never about personality-driven, rather, it was rooted in offering Ghanaians a genuine alternative to the dominance of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and New Patriotic Party (NPP), a duopoly he believes has slowed the nation’s progress for decades.

‘Madam Donkor believed in the power of the ordinary Ghanaian, her dream was to see a country where leadership is built on service, not greed. We are keeping that dream alive,’ he added.

Roman Fada further announced that the GFP has initiated a series of programmes across the country as part of its restructuring agenda.

That, he stated, include youth mentorship initiatives, entrepreneurship support schemes, and nation-wide engagement forums aimed at attracting young Ghanaians who desire meaningful change among several others.

‘The youth are the heartbeat of our future, the Ghana Freedom Party is opening its doors to every young person who believes our nation can do better. We are building a movement that will restore hope and create opportunities,’ he noted.

Responding to growing public concern on issues of corruption and other important issues in Ghanaian politics, Roman Fada revealed that the party is currently identifying and mobilising some professionals, including communicators with unblemished character to lead the party.

‘We are not looking for politicians who want to enrich themselves. We are recruiting men and women of integrity, competence, and compassion; people who understand that leadership is about sacrifice,’ he declared.

‘We want our communicators to engage the public with ideas, not insults. Ghanaians are tired of divisive politics. The GFP will lead the way in showing that political communication can be decent, intelligent, and patriotic. The Ghana Freedom Party will rise again, stronger and more united to continue the work Madam Akua Donkor to free Ghana from the politics of division and greed,’ he emphasised.

Mr. Appiah Kubi added that the outpouring of sympathy following Akua Donkor’s passing and the rising frustration with the traditional parties could place the Ghana Freedom Party as a credible alternative in the 2028 elections.

A private legal practitioner, Samuel Kissiedu, has cautioned that any attempt by Akosua Serwaa to overturn the recent court ruling involving the late Highlife icon, Daddy Lumba, may prove unsuccessful, describing the judgment as technically robust and procedurally sound.

Speaking on Okay FM’s morning show with Nana Romeo on Monday, 1 December 2025, the lawyer said the case was laden with intricate legal considerations, including inheritance rights, succession rules, the nature of the couple’s marriage, and conflict-of-laws issues arising from reports that the marriage occurred outside Ghana.

According to him, these complexities, coupled with procedural lapses, significantly weakened the plaintiff’s case.

‘This judgment is built on solid technical grounds. The issues about inheritance, succession, types of marriages, and conflict of laws were all critical. Because they are Ghanaians who allegedly married abroad, the conflict of laws became central. It is a fascinating ruling,’ he explained.

Mr. Kissiedu stressed that after thoroughly reviewing the judgment, he was convinced that the plaintiff fell short largely due to legal technicalities rather than factual disputes.

‘The technicalities defeated the plaintiff. I don’t know what exactly caused it-perhaps the pressure of the speedy trial-but the judge was clearly concerned about several irregularities,’ he noted.

The lawyer also revealed that early concerns raised by the court about the authenticity of certain documents-particularly the marriage certificate-were never corrected by Akosua Serwaa’s legal team.

‘Right from the injunction hearing, issues were raised about the marriage certificate. The judge expected that the lawyers would take steps to rectify the problems, but that didn’t happen,’ he said.

He added that the plaintiff’s team could have strengthened their case by verifying and authenticating the disputed documents before the trial commenced.

Mr. Kissiedu believes the ruling serves as a valuable reminder of the importance of proper documentation and adherence to legal procedure.

‘Whoever won has won, but the broader lesson is about the need for proper documentation. The judge even took time to clarify the different types of marriages under the law,’ he concluded.

The case continues to generate public interest, especially given the prominence of Daddy Lumba and the legal implications surrounding marriages contracted outside Ghana.

A High Court in Accra has given the Office of the Attorney General up to December 13, 2025, to file the terms of settlement in a plea negotiation with Patricia Asiedua aka Agradaa, who is already serving a 15-year jail term for defrauding by false pretences.

The convicted televangelist in July this year, wrote to the Attorney General seeking a plea deal in a trial in which she is accused of sharing naked pictures of Emmanuel Appiah Fomum, a ‘Prophet’ on live television while making mockery of him.

Agradaa is before the court on four counts including non-consensual sharing of intimate image contrary to Sections 67(1) of the Cybersecurity Act, (Act 1038).

Three others, Enock Owusu Kissi, 33; Charles Omane alias One Gig, 39, and Emmanuel Kofi Gyasi, 47, are also charged with abetment of crime namely; non-consensual sharing of intimate image.

Her lawyer, Kwasi Boafo told the court yesterday that the plea deal discussions were far advanced, and subsequently prayed for a short adjournment to enable the parties conclude the deal.

The court, presided over by Justice Bertha Aniagyei, after confirming the existence of the negotiations from the prosecution, gave the Office of the Attorney General up to December 13 to file the terms of the deal.

The case was adjourned to December 16, 2025, for outcome of the plea negotiations and continuation of the trial.

Meanwhile, the court has asked the prosecution to warn Emmanuel Appiah Fomum, the complainant in the matter, to avoid media interviews that could prejudice the trial.

This was after defence lawyers drew the court’s attention to an interview in which he claimed the lawyers had abandoned the accused persons, while suggesting that Agradaa had drastically changed, including losing her fair complexion since going to prison.

Agradaa, who is already serving a 15-year jail term for defrauding by false pretences, is seeking to reduce the number of years or fine the court would impose on her if found guilty at the end of the trial.

A High Court previously presided over by Justice Mary Yanzuh had ordered the accused persons to open their defence after holding that the prosecution had made a prima facie case against them to warrant a defence, and ordered them to file witness statements for witnesses they intended to call.

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Prosecution document presented to the court indicates that Agradaa, who owns Thunder TV, sometime in 2021, hosted a programme on her TV station ‘and intentionally showed the naked pictures of the prophet, who is the complainant in the case, on live TV and made mockery of him, with all the other accused persons who were panelists on the said programme encouraging her on the course.’

The said programme was also streamed live on YouTube and Facebook, where a witness in the case saw it and informed the complainant about it.

Agradaa also intentionally distributed intimate images of the complainant to a witness in the case by name Nana Brown via WhatsApp.

Court documents further state that ‘The first accused (Agradaa) also published the nude pictures of the complainant which she had designed in the form of a product label of a drink (bitters) for sale on Thunder TV.’

Comsys Ghana has celebrated its 25th anniversary on the theme, ‘Beyond Connectivity: 25 Years of Trust, Innovation, and Transformation’.

Speaking at the event which brought together business leaders and statkeholders, Ga Mantse, Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, in a message read on his behalf by Justice Julia Naa-Yarley Adjei-Amoah, Chief of Staff at the Office of the Ga Mantse, lauded Comsys for its resilience, innovation, and commitment to national development since its establishment.

According to the Ga Mantse, Comsys embodies the theme of the celebration – ‘Beyond Connectivity’ – through its consistent delivery of trusted technology solutions, pioneering fibre-optic services, and maintaining state-of-the-art VSAT infrastructure that serves both Ghana and the sub-region.

He noted that the company had not only ‘weathered the winds of change’ but had also helped shape the digital landscape in the Greater Accra Region and beyond.

He emphasised that the company’s values of trust, integrity, and respect for local culture align strongly with the aspirations of the Ga State and the Ghana Traditional Council.

‘Trust is not given; it is earned. For 25 years, Comsys has kept its word to clients, workers, and the nation,’ he stated.

King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II also commended the company for creating jobs for hundreds of Ghanaians and contributing to the transformation of the telecommunications sector.

He assured Comsys of the continuous support of the Ga Traditional Council through advocacy, partnerships, and community goodwill.

Co-founder and Board Chair of Comsys, Jonathan Lamptey, mentioned that the 25 year journey is not merely a timeline of technological upgrades, but a receipt to a founding promise to empower Ghanaian businesses with resilient and reliable solutions.

‘It’s a promise that was evident from the beginning when Comsys pioneered Ghana’s first Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) network, a move that fundamentally changed how businesses interconnected their branches, ensuring data moved not just quickly, but

intelligently and securely across the nation,’ he said.

He stressed that in today’s world, the company operates as a full service ICT partner with its own nationwide fibre that empowers enterprises from Accra to the most remote areas of the country.

He used the opportunity to thank the staff for contributing to the growth of the company

and awarded it customers for their loyalty to the brand.

The Paramount Chief of the Nungua Traditional Area, His Royal Highness (Prof.) Oboade Notse Odaifio Welentsi III, has presented GHS10,000 to a Junior High School (JHS) teacher for promoting the teaching and learning of the Ga language and culture in schools in the Krowor Municipality.

The recipient of the cash, Ms. Faustina Addoteye, is a JHS Ga language teacher at the Nungua SDA C Basic School.

Part of the amount was for the procurement of a new laptop to help her continue researching and teaching the language, while the rest served as a motivation for the frantic effort she was making towards the teaching and learning of the Ga culture in the municipality.

The Paramount Chief made the presentation during the maiden Krowor Municipal Teacher Prize held at Nungua last Thursday.

The event saw some deserving teachers and other education workers being honoured for their dedication and efforts towards the promotion of education in the Krowor Municipality and the rest of the country.

Oboade Notse Odaifio Welentsi III promised to continue supporting teachers and other institutions which were ready to promote the Ga culture.

He called for the sustenance of the peace prevailing in the area, for the people to continue with their businesses.

The recipient, Ms. Addoteye, was full of praise for the honour done her, as she pledged to continue working very hard towards the promotion of the Ga culture.

The Municipal Director of Education for Krowor, Azeriya G. Ayerega, commended the various award winners for their roles in promoting the development of education in the municipality, reminding those who could not win to continue working hard so they could also win in future.

The Municipal Director of Education eulogised the various sponsors for their contribution towards the awards, and pledged to continue working hard to ensure that the standard of education in the municipality and the rest of the country improved.

The Greater Accra Regional Director of Education, Mrs. Hajia Katumi Natogma Attah, congratulated all the award winners and urged them to let the awards spur them on to work harder since they did not win the awards on a silver platter.

She urged the recipients not to be complacent with the honour done to them, but continue to work hard for the good and continuous promotion of education in the municipality and the rest of the country.

The extinction of indigenous languages is a global phenomenon which threatens many countries, including Ghana.

The presentation of the cash as a motivation in the form of an award to the best teacher for the Ga language in the Krowor Municipality was one of the ways by which indigenous languages such as Ga could be protected from extinction.

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Kpandai, Matthew Nyindam, has filed an application at the Supreme Court (SC) seeking to quash the judgment of the Tamale High Court, which annulled his election and ordered a rerun.

Through his lawyer, Gary Nimako Marfo, Mr. Nyindam is asking the apex court to issue an order of certiorari to strike out the High Court’s November 24, 2025 decision, arguing that the trial court acted without jurisdiction.

The application also seeks to nullify all processes and proceedings arising from the disputed election petition.

The legal challenge stems from a petition filed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate, Daniel Nsala Wakpal, who contested the December 7, 2024 parliamentary election results in Kpandai.

According to Mr. Nyindam’s affidavit, the petition was filed on January 25, 2025 – 32 days after the results were gazetted on December 24, 2024 – well beyond the 21-day period allowed under Section 18 of the Representation of the People Law, 1992 (P.N.D.C.L. 284).

Mr. Nyindam contends that the delayed filing rendered the petition incompetent and incapable of invoking the jurisdiction of the High Court.

‘The Parliamentary Election Petition filed was invalid and could not have properly invoked the jurisdiction of the High Court,’ his affidavit states.

The MP said despite this procedural defect, the High Court went ahead to hear the case and subsequently annulled the entire Kpandai parliamentary election, directing the Electoral Commission to conduct a fresh poll within 30 days.

Mr. Nyindam’s legal team insists that this decision amounts to a fundamental jurisdictional error which, if allowed to stand, could undermine the strict statutory timelines that govern election disputes.

The Supreme Court is expected to consider the application on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

At the December 2024 polls, Mr. Nyindam, who contested on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), was declared winner after securing 27,947 votes, representing 53.47 percent of the valid votes cast.

His closest challenger, Mr. Wakpal of the NDC, polled 24,213 votes, accounting for 46.33 percent.

Land banking has emerged as a critical pillar in the country’s urban growth and infrastructure planning, as industry players across real estate, property development and investment were honoured at the 18th Ghana Property Awards in Accra.

The awards ceremony, organised by the PS Group and held at the Accra International Conference Centre, brought together developers, financiers, policymakers and investors to examine how efficient land acquisition and management can accelerate national development.

The event was held under the theme, ‘Celebrating Excellence in Efficient Land Banking for National Development in Ghana.’

Delivering the keynote address, the Chief Executive Officer of PS Global Limited and Chairman of the Ghana Property Awards, Patrick Bonful, described land banking as a strategic tool for guiding the nation’s urban expansion and infrastructure investments.

He explained that the practice of acquiring and reserving land for future development was becoming indispensable in managing rapid population growth, urban sprawl and the increasing demand for housing and social infrastructure.

‘Land banking has become a pivotal instrument for managing urban expansion, facilitating infrastructure projects and ensuring equitable access to land resources. As Ghana continues to urbanise rapidly, the importance of efficient land banking in national development cannot be overstated,’ Mr. Bonful said.

He further praised the role of the Lands Commission for advancing reforms aimed at reducing land disputes and improving transaction efficiency through digitisation and modern regulatory frameworks.

According to him, the use of technology in land administration is helping to set new standards in transparency and security, while allowing modern land management practices to coexist with customary land tenure systems.

Mr. Bonful also underscored the collaborative role of key stakeholders, including traditional authorities, local communities, developers, institutional investors and government agencies, in driving successful land banking initiatives across the country.

He noted that such partnerships have supported the identification and acquisition of land for community development projects, affordable housing schemes, agricultural ventures and large-scale infrastructure works, helping to unlock economic value and improve livelihoods.

‘The Ghana Property Awards, now in its 18th year, continues to serve as a national platform for recognising excellence, innovation and professionalism within the built environment and property development ecosystem, while shaping policy conversations around sustainable urban growth, development, hospitals, schools, and stadia.

‘All of these are essential for improving livelihoods, reducing poverty, and increasing economic prosperity among the citizenry,’ Mr. Bonful noted.

Madam Irene Agyenkwa, Director of the Ghana Property Awards, also addressed the audience, emphasising the resilience and adaptability of Ghana’s property sector.

‘In a rapidly urbanising Ghana, land is not just a resource; it is the foundation of sustainable development. Strategic land banking ensures that cities expand in an orderly, equitable, and environmentally conscious manner,’ she stated.

She added, ‘In this ecosystem, MMDCEs and local authorities play an essential supporting role. Their collaboration with developers and investors strengthens the property market and contributes to the country’s sustainable urban growth.

‘The true measure of success in land banking lies not only in profitability but in its ability to create inclusive communities, protect heritage, and drive long-term prosperity,’ she asserted.

In a speech read for him, the Minister of Works and Housing, Kenneth Adiel, highlighted the ministry’s commitment to land banking as a national priority.

‘Land-banking is about vision, about ensuring that the next generation inherits cities that are livable, inclusive, and resilient. I urge all stakeholders to embrace this responsibility. Let us bank land not just for profit, but for people,’ he said.

The event featured several award categories, recognising the outstanding contributions of developers, investors, and professionals in advancing sustainable development in the country’s property and real estate sector.

The night was punctuated with thrilling music and presentations, celebrating the accomplishments of key industry players and inspiring further innovation and collaboration.

A woman, identified on X as @chubbiedivah, who falsely accused Nigerian musician, Rudeboy (Paul Okoye of P-Square) of rape, has been formally charged in court.

Reports indicate that she deleted her X account and allegedly left her marital home after the allegation was exposed as false.

She was arrested on 6 November 2025, detained, and subsequently charged on November 10, 2025.

Sources say Rudeboy did not publicise her arrest to avoid generating public sympathy that could affect the legal process.

The accused reportedly experienced health issues shortly after her detention, leading to her release on compassionate grounds with a promise to return to court.

She failed to appear for hearings on November 10 and 17, citing ongoing medical treatment.

The case was later rescheduled for December 2025, with the court ordering that either the accused or her lawyer must appear without failure.

The matter continues to attract attention on social media as the court prepares for the next hearing.

THE GHANA Football Association’s (GFA’s) Disciplinary Committee has officially charged Asante Kotoko SC following alleged threats and assaults on match officials during their Matchday 12 fixture against Medeama SC.

In its statement, the Committee indicated that Kotoko failed to protect the officials after unauthorised individuals were allowed into Zone 2 – the restricted tunnel area – during halftime.

The incidents, reportedly involving threats and physical confrontations, are said to constitute a breach of the 2025 Enhanced Matchday Protocols.

Asante Kotoko has been given until Wednesday, December 3, 2025, to submit their official response to the charges.

The charge sheet issued by the GFA cites violations of both the Disciplinary Code (2019) and the Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols (2025). The Committee stressed that the club bore responsibility for ensuring the safety of referees and match personnel, a duty it allegedly failed to uphold during the encounter.

The match itself ended in a 2-2 draw, with Medeama holding the Porcupine Warriors to a stalemate at full time.

Kotoko is expected to respond within the stipulated deadline as the GFA continues its review of the incident.