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Thu Feb 27 2025
KNUST Student dead: Who killed Joana Deladem Yabane, what we know so far...
There are many stories making rounds about the death of a young KNUST student whose lifeless body was found on campus.; If you are not following, here is a summary of what happened from the beginning.; so early morning of Thursday February 27th, 2025. A lifeless female body was found close to the KNUST school's Centre for Disability at around 5:00am . She was later identified as Joana Deladem Yabane Aku a level 400 student studying Bsc. Biological Sciences.; Initially many believed that the student may have been attacked by thieves on the way back from studying at night during the week of the midterm exams, however rumors started spreading on campus, some say she had a misunderstanding with her boyfriend and her boyfriend striked her. Could this be true? This could b false but no one knew for sure what caused her death until hours later as investigations started more information came out.; it is alleged that a CCTV footage captured the moment when the suspect, identified as Joana's boyfriend and a fellow KNUST student, engaged in a violent confrontation with Joana.; During the altercation, Joana fell to the ground. After realizing she was unresponsive, the suspect - Joana's boyfriend - allegedly relocated her body to the university's Disability and Rehabilitation Centre, where she was later discovered.; Reports also indicate that the suspect wrote his mid-semester exam this morning wearing the same outfit seen in the CCTV footage of the altercation that led to Joana's death.; So far the suspect, a fellow student who resided in the same hostel as the deceased, has been apprehended by the Regional Police.; His name is Tuffour Daniel a 21year old young man. Mean while Investigations continue; The arrest follows an extensive review of CCTV footage, which provided critical evidence. Authorities also found clothing worn during the crime in the suspect’s possession, which has been retrieved as evidence.; In response to the tragic incident, KNUST, in collaboration with the Regional Police Command led by the IGP, has significantly boosted security across campus.; May her gentle soul rest in peace!
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Thu Feb 13 2025
GES cautions schools about taking unauthorized BECE fees
GES has cautioned school heads on taking unapproved registration fees BECE. This comes after allegations started circulating on social media, that the new NDC goverment has started charging 550ghc as registration for BECE candidates for the 2025 exams, thus ending the free education policy of the former NPP government.; To counter this claim, in a letter released on 12 February 2025, GES clarified that the bece registration fee is totally absorbed by the government, and therefore candidates are not to pay any fees to their shool.; ///// Read a copy of the letter Below /////; GES CAUTION AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED BECE REGISTRATION FEES; The Ghana Education Service (GES) has taken notice of allegations on social media that some Heads of Basic schools are imposing unauthorized BECE registration fees on final- year students.; Management wishes to emphasize that these fees are unauthorized, and all Heads are advised to cease this practice immediately., Regional Directors are instructed to alert District Directors to monitor the situation and caution all Heads of Basic schools.; Any Head who has collected such unauthorized fees is required to refund the monies promptly,. Failure to comply will result in sanctions.; Heads of Basic schools are reminded that late registration of candidates will not be permitted. Therefore, all eligible candidates must be registered within the stipulated registration period, set by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).; The general public is informed to take note.
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Mon Dec 30 2024
WAEC releases 2024 WASSCE result
After much anticipation the 2024 WASSCE result has been released as of today 30th December 2024, ; Below is a sample of the letter from waec announcing the release of the result,; The West African Examinations Council wishes to inform its numerous publics that it has released provisional results of candidates who sat for the WASSCE for School Candidates, 2024 (Ghana Only Version). ; The Council will make available login details to heads of school to enable them access the results of their candidates,; The results have been hosted online and candidates who so desire may access their results at the Council's website www.waecgh.org.; The Council would like to caution all its stakeholders to be wary of fraudsters who promise to upgrade results for a fee. ; Candidates are to note that WAEC results are secured and can be authenticated using its results verification system, The WAEC QR code can be downloaded and used to verify results.; PERFORMANCE STATISTICS; A total number of 460.611 candidates made up of 212.954 males and 247.657 females from 1003 schools entered for the examination, ; This figure is 2.66% higher than the 2023 entry figure of 448.674. A total number of 4.609 (1.0%) were absent from the examination.; Candidates who took part in the exams can now buy the result checker and visit the official websites to check their results online,; Here is a simple step to check your wassce results using your phone,; First Visit the WAEC Website; Open a browser on your phone and go to, https://ghana.waecdirect.org/; Enter Your Examination Details;. Input your Index Number..., Enter Voucher Information' Enter the Serial Number ,; found on your voucher; Confirm Your Details; Submit Your Request; you can buy the result checker at any post office new you , or a computer cafe. You can also purchase it using the shortcode below...; USSD code *899*550#; Click the the link below to visit the official waec website to check your results.
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Tue Oct 22 2024
Alpha Hour shares 1 million GHC to fans to start business
Pastor Agyemang Elvis and his wife have Given GHC 1,000, 000.00 ( One Million Ghana Cedis) to support 380+ people to start-up their businesses. In fact, additionally, during the disbursement of the fund, they spent an additional amount of GHC 120,000.00. ; This added up to a total of GHC 1,120,000.00.; God bless Team Alpha Hour and whoever made this possible. And may the businesses flourish to glorify God.; some netizen commented " I'm not part of his Alpharians but he really deserves to be appreciated for what he has done, for whether he is only giving back what he has taken from them or not, let's celebrate him for being part of the few selfless and reasonable religious leaders.; " another said " From building of school 🏫 blocks, supply of water 💦 to some communities and setting up Ghetto brothers and sisters businesses and putting numerous guys on scholarship to study at various universities and colleges around Gh"; "May God continue to increase his anointing, Such a humble man. "; click the link below to read more on Coded Frenzy's Facebook page.
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Fri Oct 18 2024
Nigerian AI TikTok Star JARVIS visits Ghana
Nigeria Tiktok star JARVIS has decided to visit Ghana for the first time, where shes scheduled to meet with business patners across the country. She is rumored to attend the Pulse Influencer Awards this weekend, along with some brand meetings.; After dropping at Kotoka International airport in Ghana's main terminal she decided to change some dollars into the countries currency , the Ghanaian Cedis.; To her surprise her 200 dollar amounted to about 3140ghc. she only got a few notes of the cedis than she was expecting, and compared it to Nigeria where she would have gotten a huge number of bills due to their exchange rate.; From the airport she and her team headed to an amzing ghanaian restaurant. She craved for amala but remembered she was in ghana the land of banku and fufu.; Some Ghanaians on social media welcomed her to Ghana, saying welcome to the land of peace, security and nice people. Another user invited her to visit Ashaiman to have a nice time.; With the way shes enjoying herself in Ghana, Nigeria may need to find another Jarvis because we are not sure she will return after seeing the coolest country in africa.
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Fri Oct 18 2024
Your boyfriend is a simp, Efya odo tells Gisela
A lady called Gisela is trending after revealing details about her relationship with her boyfriend on a popular ghanaian tv show. On the show, Gisela made it known that she grew up without men at home. she talked about how busy her mom was and that they always had house helps at home.; Efya odo asked Gisela how her relationship with her boyfriend was and asked if she cooked and cleaned for her boyfriend as is done in normal traditional relationship and if her boyfriend in turn supports her financially.; Gisela revealed that her relationship was not the typical relation but different. She explained that she and her boyfriend have an understanding when it comes to gender roles, and that they do not have specific gender role required for each other to perform. she went on to add that her boyfriend sometimes sweeps, washes and cleans while she slept and even cook for her.; She went on to state that she does not cook even for herself , neither does she clean or wash. Efya odo then asked Gisela what role she performed in the relationship and she said basicaly she was not required to do anything. This led to efya odo stating that her boyfriend must either be a simp, or Obolo because this was not normal. Her relationship seemed to be one sided.; Social media has gone wild with many X users making fun of Gisela and her boyfriend by posting memes. One user posted : "this is giving lazy girl not brought up properly. cooking and ironing are basic skills that humans need first hand before relationships and marriage. "; social media critic Albert Nat Hyde posted: "Gisela’s dad abandoned her when she was a kid. Psychologically, women like her are broken so they tend to be manipulative & controlling to compensate for their lack of father figure in their lives! She carries a burden & the obolo boyfriend is just her victim. Don’t be one";
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Fri Oct 18 2024
Shatta Wale blast Stonebwoy for wishing him on his birthday: Fans react
In what's seemed like a good gesture, Stonebwoy took to social media to wish Shatta wale a happy birthday and stated that all though they had differences they were not enemies.; However shatta Wales response which has now gone viral has got many fans divided. Many say his reply was too harsh but others agree with his remarks. ; Stonebow wrote : " No matter the differences. I wish You Long life brother! Big 40.. ( Blackstar age 🤫) #UXR6 " ; Shatta replied: " Which differences Stop fooling and grow up …The fans don’t need this enmity ..be safe 👍 " ; The two artists have had a long standing beef for years now which resulted both of them been band from VGMA some year back, however things had died down a bit until this recent remarks.
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Mon Aug 12 2024
The Effects of Climate Change on the Environment
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing our planet today, with far-reaching impacts on the environment. The increase in global temperatures, driven by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels, has led to significant changes in weather patterns and ecosystems. These changes are not only affecting the natural world but also human societies that depend on stable environmental conditions.; One of the most visible effects of climate change is the increase in extreme weather events. Higher global temperatures have led to more frequent and severe heatwaves, storms, and hurricanes¹. These events can cause widespread destruction, from damaging infrastructure to disrupting ecosystems. For example, intense heatwaves can lead to wildfires, which destroy forests and the habitats of countless species². Similarly, stronger storms and hurricanes can result in severe flooding, displacing communities and altering landscapes.; Another significant impact of climate change is the melting of polar ice caps and glaciers. As temperatures rise, ice in the Arctic and Antarctic regions is melting at an alarming rate, contributing to rising sea levels³. This rise in sea levels poses a threat to coastal communities and ecosystems, leading to increased erosion, saltwater intrusion, and the loss of habitat for species that rely on coastal environments⁴. Additionally, the loss of ice affects global weather patterns and ocean currents, further exacerbating climate change impacts.; Climate change also affects biodiversity and ecosystems. Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns can alter the distribution of species and the timing of biological events such as migration and reproduction. Some species may struggle to adapt to these changes, leading to declines in populations or even extinction. For instance, coral reefs are highly sensitive to temperature changes, and prolonged periods of elevated sea temperatures can cause coral bleaching, which can devastate these vital marine ecosystems.; Furthermore, climate change has significant implications for human health and agriculture. Increased temperatures and changing precipitation patterns can affect crop yields, leading to food shortages and higher prices. Additionally, the spread of diseases can be influenced by climate change, as warmer temperatures and altered rainfall patterns create favorable conditions for disease vectors such as mosquitoes. This can result in the spread of diseases like malaria and dengue fever to new regions, posing a threat to public health.; In conclusion, the effects of climate change on the environment are profound and multifaceted. From extreme weather events and melting ice caps to biodiversity loss and impacts on human health, the consequences of a warming planet are far-reaching. Addressing climate change requires urgent and coordinated global action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate its impacts. By understanding and responding to these challenges, we can work towards a more sustainable and resilient future for our planet.
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