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President Mahama assures chiefs and people of Greater Accra of good roads

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2 months ago

May 18, 2025

President John Dramani Mahama has assured the chiefs and people of the Greater Accra Region of his Government’s determination to provide them with good roads under the Big Push – National Infrastructure Development Programme.

He reiterated that he was aware of the frustrations caused by the congestion in the capital, the poor maintenance of roads, and incomplete road projects.

President Mahama made the remarks in his address at the durbar of the chiefs and people of the Greater Accra Region in Dodowa during his national “Thank You Tour” of the region.

The national “Thank You Tour” is to enable the President express gratitude to Ghanaians for their massive support for him and the National Democratic Congress during the December 7, 2024, general elections.

The President said under the Big Push, there would be rehabilitation and construction of key road corridors; such as the Adenta-Dodowa Road, the La-Teshie Link, the Tema Harbour-Tema General Hospital-Motorway Road, the Apolonia-Oyibi Road and the Tema Motorway Expansion, which were ongoing.

Others are feeder roads in Ga East, Ga South, Ningo-Prampram, including roads in Shai-Osudoku, Ada East, and Ada West, which were going to be fast-tracked under the Big Push.

He said additionally, the government would reconstruct the road from Dahwenya to Afienya, from Afienya to Dodowa, and also from Doryumu to Dodowa, and the Ashaiman to Madina roads.

President Mahama said under the same programme, major expansion works would take place on the Liberation Road, the Polo Court Road, Airport Aviance-El Wak to Christ the King Corridor, and on the Ring Road from the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange all the way to the La Beach Hotel.

He said they would also begin the construction of the Greater Accra Outer Ring Road, which would allow traffic that was continuing to the northern part and to the western part of the country to bypass Accra without coming through the city.

“And so it means trucks and others coming from Lome and going to Kumasi or to Takoradi don’t need to come through Accra City, they’ll pass on the Outer Ring Road and continue their journey,” the President explained.

He said as a permanent fix to decongest Accra, the government would begin the design and feasibility study for a new city.

The President noted that some of the government offices and agencies would be moved out of Accra to the new city.

“I believe that this city will be located somewhere on the Accra plains from Bundasi, straddling across Greater Accra, Eastern and Volta regions. The city will straddle three regions,” the President said.

He said the new city would stretch to the banks of the Volta River and there would be a railway link and an expressway that would link the new city to Accra.

Oboade Notse King Professor Odaifio Welentsi III, the Nungua Mantse and President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, congratulated President Mahama on his historic election victory and come back.

He said President Mahama’s remarkable election signified two important things- the strong faith the majority of Ghanaians had in him and their dissatisfaction with his opponents.

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UPSA Reinforces Dress Code Policy for Students, Effective July 1

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10 hours ago

July 3, 2025

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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.”

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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July 3, 2025

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

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19 hours ago

July 2, 2025

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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.

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Massive crowd at Baba Yara Sports Stadium for Ashanti High Schools Music Fiesta 😁🔥🔥#fyp #ashantihighschoolmusicfiesta #alincomaan #foryoupage #videoviral #musicfiesta #fypシ゚ #babayarasportsstadium #lilwayne #capcut #goviral
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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 .

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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.”

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Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Wayne at Baba Yara Sports Stadium during Ashanti High School Music Fiesta 🔥😅#fyp #ashantihighschoolmusicfiesta #alincomaan #foryoupage #musicfiesta #arsrc #videoviral #fypシ゚ #ashanti #capecoast #musix #babayarasportsstadium
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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.

Watch the video below: