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Some politicians suffer from emotional intelligence disorder, the outcome of which can sometimes lead to avoidable and costly remarks.

It is a trait which has afflicted both dominant parties-National Democratic Congress (NDC) and New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Unfortunately, politicians in the aforementioned political groupings have hardly learnt from the drawback.

In the NPP currently, as we pointed out in an earlier commentary, a dogfight is on between five contestants vying for the flagbearership of the party.

It is a contest which is testing the emotional intelligence of the contestants.

How each of them will pass this test is a clear determinant of who delegates should vote for. It is interesting and intriguing that all the contestants but one have unwittingly ganged up against the frontrunner.

They have in recent times engaged in ethnic and religious bigotry against the man regarded as the frontrunner.

The NDC is yet to reach the stage where contestants of the position will canvas for votes. For now, it is nothing but a shadowboxing with some party leaders already doing veiled campaigns dubbed ‘thank you’ tours and health walks in communities.

The conduct of party officials go a long way in eating or otherwise at the support base of political parties.

While during the tenure of the NPP, arrogance on the part of some appointees led to apathy during the last elections, the NDC feasted on the growing discontent arising from the misconduct in the camp of their political opponents. Although many of the supporters of the NPP did not vote for the NDC, they nonetheless stayed away from the voting centres.

Today, history is repeating itself as the NDC is going the way of the NPP when the latter was in power.

During a radio interview, a presidential staffer a couple of days ago attracted the ire of discerning supporters of his party and non-NDC residents of Adenta. Even those living outside the Accra suburb were incensed by the reaction of the staffer, Anthony Nukpenu.

Hear him when the issue of bad roads in Adenta was put to him: ‘If the road is unmotorable, the people should organise themselves and fix it, we like complaining in Ghana too much. Government is now focusing on economic viable roads.’

This party official, who is the ruling party’s Greater Accra Regional Organiser, has not done the NDC brand any good and politics by extension.

Party supporters who worked tooth and nail for the party in the electioneering campaign season would not clap their hands for this man because clearly he has thrown a spanner into the wheels of the party.

He appears to have so soon forgotten about his party’s opposition days and being unmindful about the fallout from his loose talk.

Residents of Adenta move out to various parts of the city to engage in assortment of businesses which add to the Gross Domestic Product. For him to describe roads in Adenta as economically unviable is disingenuous. In any case, we put it to him that roads in every area are not patronised only by residents of the localities.

It is insulting on his part to also say that residents should organise themselves and fix the road. Could he afford to tell Adenta residents during the campaign season? Ghanaians, he added, ‘complain too much.’

We take exception as do other Ghanaians to this outright case of hubris and disrespect.

If you woke up Monday morning and couldn’t send a snap, pay your friend back on Venmo, or log into your favorite game, you weren’t alone. For over two hours starting around 3 a.m. Eastern, a massive chunk of the internet essentially broke, and most people had no idea why.

The culprit? Amazon Web Services, or AWS. And no, we’re not talking about the place where you buy stuff online.

The Invisible Giant Running Your Digital Life

Here’s something that might blow your mind: Amazon doesn’t just deliver packages. It also runs the behind the scenes infrastructure for a huge portion of the internet. AWS is Amazon’s cloud computing service, and it’s basically the engine room powering thousands of the apps and websites you use every day.

When AWS went down Monday morning, it took down a staggering number of services with it: Snapchat, WhatsApp, Venmo, Coinbase, Hulu, Ring doorbells, Fortnite, and even McDonald’s mobile ordering. The British government’s website crashed. Signal, the secure messaging app, went dark.

By 5:27 a.m., Amazon reported that most services were back online, though they were still working through a backlog of requests that had piled up during the outage.

So What Actually Happened?

Amazon reported an ‘operational issue’ in its Northern Virginia data center region, one of its largest facilities. But here’s the frustrating part: we don’t really know what went wrong. Cloud platforms operate like black boxes. Unless Amazon decides to tell us, we’re left guessing whether it was a technical glitch, a bad software update, or something else entirely.

What we do know is that it wasn’t a cyberattack, based on available information.

Why One Company’s Problem Became Everyone’s Problem

This outage highlights something most people don’t realize: the entire internet basically runs on three companies, Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. When one goes down, millions of users feel it instantly.

Think about it this way: instead of every company building and maintaining their own expensive server rooms and technical infrastructure, most just rent space and computing power from AWS. It’s cheaper, more flexible, and lets companies scale up or down without buying tons of hardware.

But there’s a catch. When everyone depends on the same provider, we’re all vulnerable to the same single point of failure. One technical error in Virginia, and people from London to Los Angeles can’t access basic services.

This Isn’t the First Time

Remember last year’s massive internet outage? That was caused by CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity company you’d probably never heard of, sending out a faulty software update. These incidents keep happening, and they keep proving the same point: our digital infrastructure is more fragile than we’d like to admit.

Why Investors Aren’t Worried (But Maybe We Should Be)

Interestingly, Amazon’s stock price barely moved after the outage. Wall Street isn’t concerned because AWS is incredibly profitable. It makes up only 20 percent of Amazon’s sales but generates about 60 percent of its operating profit.

But some experts are raising red flags. When critical services like secure communications, government websites, and financial apps all depend on a handful of American companies, that creates serious risks for national security and democratic infrastructure.

What This Means for You

The reality is that most of us have no idea how dependent we are on these invisible systems until they break. Your Snapchat streak, your ability to pay rent through Venmo, your work communications; all of it can vanish in seconds because of a problem at a data center you didn’t know existed.

Some companies are starting to diversify, building their own infrastructure again or spreading their services across multiple cloud providers. European governments are pushing for data to be stored and managed within their own borders.

But for now, the next time your apps mysteriously stop working all at once, you’ll know where to look: somewhere in Northern Virginia, inside one of those massive, humming buildings that keep your digital life running, until they don’t.

The Bottom Line: We are all living in the cloud now, whether we realise it or not. And sometimes, clouds have storms.

The headmaster of Prevailing Academy at Supom Dunkwa in the Shama District of the Western Region, who was arrested recently for allegedly impregnating a Junior High School (JHS) graduate and aiding her to abort the pregnancy, has been hauled before court.

The headmaster, Isaac Okyere, appeared before the Sekondi Gender-Based Violence Court yesterday. He was charged with illegal abortion.

The court, presided over by Her Honour Mrs. Naa Amarley Akowah, adjourned the case to November 25, 2025, as investigations into matter continue.

Meanwhile, the 34-year-old headmaster, a married man, has been granted self-recognizance bail in the sum of GHS100,000. He was also ordered to deposit his passport, school documents, and any travelling documents with the court.

The prosecutor, Chief Inspector B.P. Ahinsah, told the court that the complainant was Madam Hawa Nyankum, a 56-year-old trader and mother of the 17-year-old victim.

The prosecutor said the victim, who recently completed Junior High School at Prevailing Academy, resides with her parents at Badukrom in the Shama District of the Western Region.

He said investigations revealed that the accused had allegedly been engaging in an amorous relationship with the victim, which resulted in pregnancy.

He added that on September 27, 2025, the victim visited a local health facility after feeling unwell and was advised to take a pregnancy test.

Instead of conducting the test at home, the girl sneaked to the accused’s house to inform him, knowing he was responsible for the pregnancy.

The headmaster reportedly assisted the girl to do the pregnancy test that eventually proved positive.

The prosecution said the accused subsequently took the victim to a drug store in Takoradi, purchased a drug, and allegedly administered it to her in his house to abort the pregnancy.

He then gave her a sanitary pad and later sent her home.

Upon noticing the pad and suspecting something unusual, the victim’s parents questioned her, leading to a confession.

A report was subsequently lodged with the Sekondi Division of the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVSSU) for investigations.

The victim was taken to another hospital, where a gynecologist confirmed an incomplete abortion.

The accused initially denied the offence, claiming he only gave GHS400 to a male classmate of the victim, who he claimed impregnated the girl and caused the abortion.

However, police investigations later revealed that the accused had coached and coerced the boy to falsely claim responsibility for the pregnancy.

Subsequent investigations uncovered that the accused had even threatened the boy and made him swear an oath by the Bosompra River deity never to reveal the truth to betray him.

This notwithstanding, the frightened boy later confessed to the police and his parents, leading to the re-arrest of the accused.

Nollywood actress, Yvonne Jegede, has advised her colleague, Regina Daniels, to walk away from her marriage if the allegations of domestic violence against her husband, Ned Nwoko, are true.

In a post on Instagram, Yvonne urged Regina to prioritise her safety and peace of mind, saying violence should never be tolerated in any relationship.

‘Regina, you are still very young. If there’s violence in your marriage, please carry your bag. There is never sugarcoating for me as long as violence is involved – whether man or woman,’ she wrote.

She encouraged Regina to take a bold stand and focus on her well-being and that of her sons, stressing that no marriage is worth enduring abuse for.

Her comment comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding Regina Daniels’ marriage to billionaire politician, Ned Nwoko, following a series of social media posts and counterclaims from both parties over alleged abuse and misconduct.

The post has sparked widespread reactions online, with many praising Yvonne Jegede for speaking up and others calling for calm until the truth is fully established.

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is partnering with Knutsford University to train journalists, skilled communicators, corporate actors, and educators on climate and environmental issues in Ghana-an effort aimed at bridging the gap between knowledge and action.

This partnership resulted in the launch of the National Climate and Environmental Communication Initiative (NCECI), which will strengthen the capacity of media professionals and communicators to report on environmental and climate issues accurately and creatively.

The initiative will also support corporate sustainability communications and ESG reporting, promoting transparency and accountability. It will also engage youth and communities through the Action for Climate Empowerment (ACE) framework, and foster collaboration among government, academia, the private sector, as well as development partners to promote a united national response.

Speaking at the event, EPA CEO, Prof. Nana Ama Klutse, said that across the world, climate change continues to threaten lives, livelihoods, and ecosystems.

She stated that too often, climate information stays confined to technical reports and policy circles, emphasising that the communication gap will be bridged with the launch of NCECI.

Prof. Klutse said NCECI positions Ghana to tell its own story-one of resilience, innovation, and leadership in a language that people, partners, and the world can understand.

‘As we approach COP30, this initiative ensures that our national voice is clear, unified, and grounded in public understanding and participation. Because a well-informed nation is a stronger negotiating nation,’ she stated.

She further added that, ‘We are proud to have Knutsford University as our academic anchor and look forward to a strong collaboration with the Ghana Journalists Association.

‘The Media Foundation for West Africa, corporate networks, and development partners. Together, we can make climate communication not an occasional campaign, but a sustained national movement.’

Pro-Chancellor of Knustford University, Bishop John Kwabena, expressed the university’s willingness to execute the initiative to the benefit of the country.

He said, ‘We are happy to be working with communicators and journalists. Almost every year until quite recently, we have given training free of charge to journalists of all walks of life. To give them basic education or knowledge in management, in leadership, in communication, all the essentials that they need to do their work well.’

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has released a list of 50 tertiary institutions considered unrecognised by the Commission.

According to GTEC, the United States has 24 institutions listed as unaccredited, which is the highest number. Ghana follows with five, and India with four unaccredited institutions.

Other countries with institutions on the list include Italy, Costa Rica, Germany, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom, among others.

The unaccredited institutions include Universidad Azteca in Mexico, Indian School of Management and Studies in India, Breyer State Theology University in USA, Debest College of Science, Arts and Business in Ghana, Osiri University in USA, Atlantic International University in USA, Faith University Seminary in Ghana, Christian University College in Monrovia Liberia, Rhema Bible Training College in USA, Universidad Empresarial de Costa Rica in Costa Rica, Selinus University of Sciences and Literature in Italy.

Others include Crown University International Chartered in USA, Monarch Business School in Switzerland, City University in Cambodia, Kesmond International University in USA, Washington University of Barbados in Barbados, London Academy of Technology and Management in UK, IICSE University in USA, Doxa Open University in Ghana, Brainae University in USA, University of Haana in Germany, Christian Leadership University in USA, International Institute of Church Management Inc in USA.

The rest are Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Training School in Ghana, Louisiana Baptist University and Seminary in USA, Tech Global University in Andorra, International Christian University in Nigeria, LIGS University, Hawaii in USA, Swiss Management Centre University in Switzerland, Quest International University in Ghana, Isles International University in Ireland, and Kingsnow University in USA.

Also, New Life Bible College and Seminary in USA, East Bridge University Paris in France, Taxila American University in Guyana, Vision International University in USA, Keisie International University in USA, Dublin Metropolitan University in UK/Cyprus, Logos University in USA, University of America in USA, Kazian School of Management in India, University of Northwest, Brooklyn in USA, Akamai University, Hawaii in USA, Trinity Graduate School of Apologetics and Theology (TGSAT) in India, American Bible University in USA, California Creek University in USA, Universidad Catolica De Murcia in Spain, Delta International University in USA, National Institute of Business Management (NIBM) in India, and Southern California International University in USA were listed as unaccredited institutions.

GTEC cautioned the public to verify the accreditation status of tertiary institutions before enrolling, stressing that qualifications obtained from unrecognised institutions would not be accepted for academic or professional purposes in Ghana.

A domestic misunderstanding between a couple at Maamaso community of the Birim North District near New Abirem in the Eastern Region has resulted in the stabbing of a 29-year-old man identified as Kofi.

The victim’s wife, aged 21 and identified as Maafua, is reported to have attacked her husband, Kofi, during an argument over the choice of food she prepared for supper.

Providing details of the circumstances which led to the attack, Maafua, in a police statement, said the misunderstanding began when her husband gave her money to prepare banku and okro stew as the evening meal. She claimed that the money allocated for the said dish was insufficient and, therefore, decided to prepare banku and light soup.

According to Maafua, her husband, upon arrival from work, was not happy with the change in the meal and confronted her on why his request for supper had changed.

Maafua said she defended her actions, stating that the money he provided was insufficient to prepare okro stew, adding that she had saved a portion of the money for future use.

She claimed that during the altercation, her husband allegedly picked up a knife, which she managed to snatch from him, and allegedly used to stab him.

The brother of the victim, Francis, who was in the next room, rushed to the scene upon hearing the commotion. He found his brother injured and conveyed him to the hospital for medical attention.

Maafua is currently in police custody assisting with investigations.

FIFA TALENT Coach Stuart McLaren has praised the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for introducing the Elite Youth Regional Championship, describing it as a crucial initiative for the development of women’s football in Ghana.

McLaren commended the high level of talent and enthusiasm displayed throughout the competition, noting that the tournament provides an ideal platform for identifying and nurturing young female footballers.

‘I’m hugely impressed. The talent on show has been absolutely fantastic,’ he said. ‘Equally important is seeing so many young girls playing with smiles on their faces, showing real competitive spirit, and supporting their teammates. The celebrations from all the teams showed just how much the girls enjoyed the experience.’

The FIFA Talent Coach emphasised the importance of such initiatives in discovering and developing players across all positions.

‘I’ve seen very competent goalkeepers, composed defenders, intelligent midfielders, and creative forwards with good finishing,’ McLaren noted. ‘There is strength in every area of the pitch, but we must keep striving to improve in all aspects.’

He also highlighted the value of passion, character, and teamwork in young players, stressing that these traits are as vital as technical ability.

‘When identifying talent, we look for players with energy, passion, and resilience – those who can respond to challenges and support their teammates,’ he explained.

McLaren urged stakeholders to continue providing opportunities for young girls to play and compete in top-level environments.

‘We must keep creating platforms like this, where the best face the best. It challenges and improves the players,’ he said. ‘The future of Ghana women’s football is incredibly bright, and everyone involved has a responsibility to nurture it.’

The Elite Youth Regional Championships, launched by the GFA last year, aim to scout and develop young female talents to strengthen the national teams and ensure a sustainable pipeline of skilled players for the future.

THE RULING National Democratic Congress (NDC) has been accused of peddling lies to lure the electorate into voting for the NDC to win the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections.

New Patriotic Party (NPP) Vice Presidential candidate for the 2024 polls, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, making the claim, said the NDC blatantly lied that the NPP was promoting illegal mining.

According to him, the NDC also campaigned that the illegal mining menace would be a thing of the past when they win political power.

He said due to the NDCs continuous lies, some of the electorates, including some NPP members, developed anger against the then government and refused to vote in the 2024 election, leading to NPP’s defeat.

According to him, the President John Dramani Mahama-led NDC administration has clearly been exposed after winning political power as they (NDC) have woefully failed to stop the illegal mining as promised.

Speaking at the NPP Manchester Youth Conference in the United Kingdom (UK), the former Energy Minister stated that the NPP did a lot to develop the country but suffered due to NDC’s lies.

Dr. Prempeh aka ‘Napo’ particularly said despite introducing the free Senior High School (SHS) policy to boost education, the NDC managed to lie to Ghanaians that the NPP had no vision for the country.

‘Sadly, after all our tireless efforts in introducing the free SHS social intervention programme to improve the human resource base of our country, some of the people believed the NDC lies and rejected the NPP,’ he said.

Ghanaians, Napo stated, especially those who refused to exercise their franchise during the 2024 polls due to their anger against the NPP administration, have now regretted their actions.

According to him, most of the people who didn’t vote in the 2024 presidential and presidential polls ‘will rush to vote for the NPP after experiencing NDCs bad rule’.

Touching on the NPPs upcoming presidential primaries, Napo entreated the NPP delegates to elect a candidate who has the qualities to attract more votes and help the party to recapture power in 2028.

‘We are not electing just a flagbearer, we are electing the next president of Ghana. In this regard, we should cast our ballots for the person who has those special qualities for that top and enviable seat,’ he said.

King Mohammed VI, has sent a message of congratulations to the Moroccan national under-20 football team following their World Cup triumph in Chile.

The Sovereign in a message praised the players’ ‘immense joy, deep pride and heroic journey’ which was crowned by ‘your well-deserved U-20 World Cup victory.’

He extended his warmest congratulations to the national team on this new global achievement, the first of its kind in the history of Moroccan football.

‘We commend this sporting feat, the result of your high self-confidence, your unwavering belief in your potential and talent, the spirit of unity and harmony you have demonstrated, as well as your outstanding professional performance throughout this World Cup,’ He adds.

King Mohammed VII further noted that the members of the national team have honorably represented their country and its youth, as well as the African continent as they should.

‘As much as you have delighted and brought joy to football enthusiasts, you have also filled us, and the entire Moroccan people, with happiness,’ he said, stressing that the national team have clearly shown that their beloved homeland has the potential and young talents capable, through the skills they have acquired, of taking on challenges and making history.

He also praised the efforts of all coaches, players, technical, medical, and administrative staff, and officials of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation for their various roles in the victory.

He also conveyed his high esteem for their patriotism and steadfast commitment to moving forward, to confirm and foster Moroccan football’s rightful place at the summit of world football.

While reiterating his warm congratulations to the national team and his heartfelt gratitude for this world title offered to the Moroccan Nation, King Mohammed the VII called on them to keep the course with the same sense of dedication.

The Sovereign implored the Almighty to protect them, guide their steps, and grant them full success in their promising sporting careers, with further glories and titles to come, while assuring them of His High solicitude and benevolence.