E-learning holds the key to inclusive education – Bawumia

Vice president, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has revisited the educational sector with his digitalization drive by making a strong case for the democratization of teaching and learning across all levels in the country through the use of e-learning.

The move, according to Dr. Bawumia will go a long way to not only enhance accessibility, but also bring about equity for all, regardless of the geographic location of a learner at any point in time.

He said this at the launch of the integrated online learning program, a platform that focuses on empowering and preparing young people for the job market of the 21st century.

The platform will offer an extensive range of courses through partnerships with local businesses, organizations, industries and institutions to develop skills and competency for young people.

He noted that, additionally, that platform will help graduates to find opportunities and put their skills into practice in the world of work.

The integrated learning platform according to the Vice President provides an appropriate method of instructions particularly for learners in rural settings.

He added that, the E-learning is hailed as an essential force for democratizing education and it holds the key to inclusive education.

He noted that, E-learning is an appropriate platform to instruct students in remote areas which involves all types of learning and skills development,” Dr. Bawumia said.

He outlined some indirect benefits of the online learning platform including the believe that it will save time and money because learners do not have to drive to learning centers. Again, there will be a reduction in printing of papers which will result in reduction in carbon footprint among others.

…..BAWUMIA…..

Abronye DC invited for questioning over claims Mahama is planning a coup

Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has been invited for questioning by the Accra Regional Police Command over claims that former President John Mahama is planning to stage a coup.

In a press statement on Tuesday signed by the Director-General, Public Affairs, DCOP Kwesi Ofori, he said, “Mr Kwame Baffoe is to report to the Regional Headquarters by 4 pm today to assist investigation, failure of which he will be arrested.”

Meanwhile, the Service has assured that it will update the public on the matter “in due course.”

The invitation comes days after the Police arrested a lead convener of the #FixTheCountry Movement, Oliver Barker-Vormawor.

On Wednesday, February 9, Oliver Barker-Vormawor took to social media to threaten a coup following pictures emerging from the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu’s, 65^th birthday bash showing an ‘E-levy’-designed cake.

“If this E-levy passes after this cake bullshit, I will do the coup myself. Useless Army!” he posted on Facebook.

Kwame Baffoe speaking to the media said, he has seen it in social media but has not officially received any letter.

According to him, he will adhere to the invitation by the Police within the appointed time because to him, he is not arrested but rather invited by the Police for further interrogation.

He added that, this is not the first time he has been invited by the Police following comments he has make again John Dramani Mahama.

….ABRONYE DC…..

 

Mahama willing to engage gov’t on reviving economy – Ofosu-Ampofo

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Samuel Ofosu Ampofo says former President John Dramani Mahama is willing to support the government to revive the ailing economy.

According to him, the current state of the economy reveals the mismanagement by the government.

Speaking to journalists after a closed-door meeting John Mahama had with members of the clergy, Mr. Ofosu-Ampofo said the party is willing to offer its support towards coming up with comprehensive measures in rebounding the economy.

According to him, the former President has given clear indications that he will put the issues ahead of his personal and parochial interest and for that, he is prepared that if there is any dialogue that encapsulates the plan towards addressing the economic challenges, he is prepared to offer his bit in the interest of mother Ghana.

Mr. Mahama recently advised the government to engage in extensive consultations to help revive the economy.

….OFOSU AMPOFO…..

 

 

 

Appiatse explosion victims lament lack of space for couples to have sex

Some victims of the Appiatse explosion who are currently staying in a Relief Camp have lamented the inadequacy of tents to enable couples to get intimate.

Some of them speaking to the media said, they are living far away from their spouses and the lack of intimacy is affecting them psychologically.

According to them, sex is part of marriage so they cannot deny their partners and they cannot deny them either so they plead with the authorities to make available reserve tents to allow couples to have intimacy when the need be.

They added that, it shouldn’t be the case where they are separated from themselves which to them is against the customs of marriage.

The residents of Appiatse unexpectedly became homeless on Thursday, January 20, 2022, when a truck carrying explosives from Maxam Ghana Limited, a company licensed to transport explosives, detonated and destroyed the entire community.

Fourteen people died and many others sustained various degrees of injury are still undergoing treatment.

…..APPIATSE RESIDENTS…..

 

 

 

 

NDC MPs have been secretly encouraging government to pass E-levy – New Juaben South MP

Member of Parliament for New Juaben South, Michael Okyere Baafi, has alleged that members of the Minority in Parliament have been urging their Majority colleagues to ensure the passage of the controversial Electronic Transactions Levy (e-levy) Bill.

Speaking to residents in his constituency during a town hall meeting, Mr. Okyere Baafi, noted that the NDC MPs have been publicly condemning the implementation of the Bill just to play to the gallery.

According to him, the legislators from the opposition party fear losing their parliamentary seats in the next general election, therefore, they reached a consensus with the Majority privately.

He added that, the NDC MPs have agreed that the e-levy is good because they always tell Ghanaians that they should be determined and ensure the passage of the e-levy because it will help them if passed.

He noted that, the NDC cannot come and tell the public to accept the levy because if they tell the citizens and come asking for votes, they will not be received.

….HON. BAAFI FIRST…..

During his interaction, the New Juaben South MP also indicated that if the E-levy Bill is withdrawn and the government resorts to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the free SHS policy will be scrapped.

….HON. BAAFI SECOND…..

 

 

Encourage students to pursue STEM-based courses-Dr Adutwum

The Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has urged Headmasters of Senior High, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools to encourage students to take a keen interest in the study of STEM-based courses.

This, he said could be done by engaging the services of various institutions in the organization of a seminar, fairs and career days in their schools to expose the students to prospects available in the STEM sector after school to attract their interest into those areas.

Dr Adutwum made this call when he addressed Heads of all Senior High Schools in Kumasi on Sunday, Monday today.

According to him, the meeting was aimed at discussing issues relating to the new academic calendar for the year and how best to improve their performance during the period.

He added that, again the meeting was to discuss various strategies needed to bring about improvement in the performance of schools during the year and also share best practices and experiences by some heads.

.…HON. ADUTWUM…..

Deputy Director-General of TVET, Mr. David Prah commended the President and the Education Minister following their dynamic work to ensure that, education in the country becomes one of the best ever.

….DAVID PRAH….

Some of the Principals who were part of the program said, they believe students will now choose TVET programs looking at the mechanism that has been put in place.

….PRINCIPALS….

 

High Court grants Assin North MP GH¢100,000 bail

The Member of Parliament for Assin North, James Gyakye Quayson, has been granted a self-recognizance bail of GH¢100,000 bail, with one surety.

He has also been ordered to deposit his passport with the Registry of the trial Court; Criminal Court 3 Division of the High Court.

Justice Mary Maame Ekua Nsenkyire, the presiding judge, had earlier said the court was unable to grant the MP a self-recognizance bail, due to the nature of the case.

But a lead lawyer for Mr. Quayson, Tsatsu Tsikata, said it was outrageous to suggest that a man who could have lived a comfortable life in Canada but sacrificed that, in service to his people, would have a reason not to subject himself to the court processes if properly summoned.

Her Ladyship has also ordered the Prosecution to file all disclosures within three weeks.

Minority Leader, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu speaking to the media after the court hearing said, “at no point in time has it been Hon. Gyakye Quayson or the Minority in Parliament not to be accountable to the law”.

According to him, they should have come through the Speaker and served him they intended to do that.

He added that, Hon. Gyakye Quayson was duly elected as the Member of Parliament for Assin North and hope they are not using the court to steal the balance of power.

….HARUNA IDDRISU…..

Deputy Attorney, Alfred Tuah Yeboah also said, the law must deal with MPs or Minister who goes contrary to the law.

….ALFRED YEBOAH…..

All set for Asantehemaa 5^th anniversary

The 5^th celebration of the enstoolment of Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III has been set for tomorrow 16^th February 2022.

Nana Konadu Yiadom III is serving as the 14^th Queen mother of the Asante kingdom after the demised of her mother, Nana Afia Kobi II.

Nana Konadu Yiadom was born Nana Ama Konadu to Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Anpem 2 and Opanin Fofie of Besease, near Atimatim in the Kwabre district of Ashanti.

Queenmother of Asante Mampong, Nana Agyakoma Dufie II highlighting tomorrow’s event to the media said, all Queen mothers will be present around 9:00am and sit on their respective positions.

According to her, the Queen mothers will sing and joyful song as they enter the premises.

…NANA DUFIE….

Silver fm’s Akwadaa Nyame will join us on the line with more details ahead of the celebration.