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Akani: Special Police Operation Seizes Excavators, Nabs Nine in Illegal Mining Crackdown

A special police task force targeting illegal mining has seized four excavators and arrested nine individuals in a coordinated operation at Akani, near Asankragua in the Western Region.
Two of the excavators were intercepted while being transported on low-bed trucks under the escort of armed men suspected to be military personnel. The seizure followed credible intelligence about the suspicious movement of heavy-duty mining equipment outside the Samreboï Township.

According to ACP Eric Asiedu, Director of Special Operations at the Police Headquarters, the team acted swiftly on the tip-off. Under the command of ASP Mr. Adorye, officers tracked the machinery to a designated location and halted the convoy, successfully impounding the vehicles.
Earlier, the team had raided a large illegal mining site at Akani, where the arrests were made and additional mining equipment was seized. The operation marks a significant step in the ongoing national efforts to clamp down on galamsey (illegal mining) activities that continue to threaten Ghana’s environment and natural resources.

Police say all seized equipment is now in secure custody. The operation aligns with the Inspector-General of Police’s broader strategy to intensify enforcement actions against illegal mining across the country.

Campus
UPSA Reinforces Dress Code Policy for Students, Effective July 1

The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) has issued a strong reminder to all students regarding its dress code policy, emphasizing that the university’s standards of decency and professionalism remain unchanged.
In a memorandum dated June 30, 2025, the Office of the Dean of Students expressed concern about the increasing trend of indecent dressing among students on campus, particularly during lectures.
According to the memo, effective July 1, 2025, a dedicated task force will be stationed at key locations across campus to monitor and enforce the dress code. This initiative is aimed at restoring discipline and upholding the institution’s values of “Scholarship with Professionalism.”
READ ALSO: VIDEO: UPSA Students Allegedly Sent Home For ‘Indecent Dressing’
Students have been warned that certain items and styles of appearance will not be tolerated in lecture halls. These include:
Unkempt hair
Shorts
Bathroom slippers
Track suits
Anklets
Nose rings
The university reiterates that this is not a new policy but a reinforcement of existing guidelines outlined in the 2018 Undergraduate Students’ Handbook, which is available on the UPSA website.
“We uphold our mantra: Scholarship with Professionalism,” the memo concluded, underscoring the university’s commitment to instilling discipline and decorum among its student body.

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VIDEO: Toase SHS Takes The Crown As Ashanti High School Music Fiesta Shakes Baba Yara Stadium

Kumasi, July 2, 2025 — The Baba Yara Sports Stadium came alive with color, rhythm, and electric talent as over 30 senior high schools across the Ashanti Region gathered for the maiden edition of the Ashanti High School Music Fiesta. The musical spectacle, themed “Music Without Borders: United in Harmony,” was launched on June 4 and climaxed today with unforgettable performances, fierce competition, and cultural pride.
Organized under the auspices of the Ashanti Regional Ghana Education Service (GES), the event offered a vibrant platform for young musicians to express their creativity, foster inter-school unity, and celebrate Ghanaian heritage.
The Results Are In: Toase SHS Claims Gold
After a thrilling showdown of brass, drums, and choral finesse, Toase Senior High School emerged the overall winner with a commanding score of 261 points, taking 1st place out of the 31 ranked schools.
Trailing closely were:
Armed Forces SHTS with 248 points – 2nd Place
Opoku Ware School (OWASS) with 245 points – 3rd Place
Wesley High School – 244 points – 4th Place
Osei Tutu SHS – 242 points – 5th Place
Other top performers included Asanteman SHS, Prempeh College, and Kofi Agyei SHS, all showcasing remarkable coordination and stage presence that wowed the crowd and judges alike .
Not Just a Competition — A Cultural Celebration
What set the fiesta apart was not just the competition, but its unifying cultural spirit. Hosted at Prempeh College’s J.A.K. Auditorium during its launch, dignitaries like Dr. William Kwame Amankra Appiah (Ashanti Regional Director of Education), Oheneba Owusu Afriyie IV, and MCE Eric Assibey rallied support for arts in education.
Throughout the final event, students performed traditional ensembles, creative story-telling acts, and contemporary musical pieces. Performing bands were limited to 20 members per school, and each was judged on musical technique, creativity, coordination, and overall impression.
Surprise Guests Light Up the Stage
The crowd erupted when Kumawood icon Kwadwo Nkansah “Lilwin” hit the stage, with Lilwin’s dramatic entrance causing a frenzy both in-stadium and online. Social media buzzed with clips and praise, with some describing the day as “beautiful beyond standard” and “historical.”
A Future for Music in Education
This fiesta marks a critical milestone in re-establishing music and the arts as central to holistic education. The Ashanti Regional GES emphasized the event’s goal to promote peace, diversity, and excellence through creative expression.
As one adjudicator remarked, “These students aren’t just playing instruments — they’re shaping Ghana’s cultural future.”
Final Thought:
If this inaugural edition is anything to go by, the Ashanti High School Music Fiesta is poised to become a flagship event in the educational calendar — not just for its fierce musical rivalries, but for the joy, unity, and brilliance it brings to Ghana’s youth.
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