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GTEC summons technical university leaders, TUTAG for talks over strike
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GTEC summons technical university leaders, TUTAG for talks over strike

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has invited management of all technical universities and national leaders of the Technical University Teachers’ Association of Ghana (TUTAG) to a meeting to address concerns raised by the association amid its ongoing industrial action. Meanwhile, TUTAG’s national executive is expected to convene an Extraordinary Congress on Monday, October 26, to deliberate on proposals and a position presented by the Vice-Chancellors of Technical Universities Ghana (VCTU-G) towards a possible suspension of the strike.

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TUTAG to hold extraordinary congress on proposed strike suspension on October 26
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TUTAG to hold extraordinary congress on proposed strike suspension on October 26

The Technical University Teachers’ Association of Ghana (TUTAG) will hold an Extraordinary Congress on Monday, October 26, 2026, to consider proposals from the Vice-Chancellors of Technical Universities Ghana (VCTU-G) towards suspending its ongoing industrial action. Read also: Technical University Vice-Chancellors appeal to TUTAG to call off strike The association said the congress would give its national executive an opportunity to present and deliberate on the proposals and position outlined by VCTU-G before members decide on the way forward.

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NPP-aligned group calls for independent investigation into Obuasi SHTS headmaster allegations
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NPP-aligned group calls for independent investigation into Obuasi SHTS headmaster allegations

An NPP-aligned group in the Ashanti Region has called for an independent investigation into allegations of misconduct involving the Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High School, Zakaria Abdulai, citing concerns about student safety and the credibility of the inquiry. It also referred to reports that the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service had directed the Ashanti Regional Director of Education, Dr William Kwame Amankra, and the Obuasi East Director of Education, Mr Nketia, to step aside to facilitate an effective investigation.

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Akatsico, UNCG deepen partnership for academic development
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Akatsico, UNCG deepen partnership for academic development

The Akatsi College of Education (Akatsico) and the University of North Carolina Greensboro (UNCG) in the United States have deepened their institutional partnership, with both institutions exploring opportunities in research, academic exchanges, professional development and international collaboration. Dr Kumedzro reaffirmed Akatsico’s commitment to sustaining and nurturing the relationship, saying the partnership aligned with Theme Four of the College’s five-year Strategic Plan, which focuses on national and international partnerships for development.

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Graduates must be willing to start small to build careers – Ridge Royal MD
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Graduates must be willing to start small to build careers – Ridge Royal MD

The Managing Director of Ridge Royal Hotel in Cape Coast, Sheila Adjetey-Anum, has urged graduates to be willing to start from entry-level positions and build their careers through hard work, practical experience and continuous learning. Ms Adjetey-Anum, who said she had worked in the industry for about 20 years, explained that she had progressed from an entry-level position to become the managing director of Ridge Royal Hotel, having previously managed several hotels.

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‘I was among the top 10 in Ghana School of Law entrance exam’ – 67-year-old man called to the Ghana Bar
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‘I was among the top 10 in Ghana School of Law entrance exam’ – 67-year-old man called to the Ghana Bar

Samuel Victor Addo, who was called to the Ghana Bar at 67 this year after retiring from a successful career in corporate America, has revealed that he ranked among the top 10 candidates nationwide in the entrance examination for the Ghana School of Law in 2024. A new career at 67 Mr Addo’s achievement came after he returned to Ghana following a successful career in the United States, including work with Delta Air Lines, to pursue law.

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ATU seeks support to address infrastructure gaps
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ATU seeks support to address infrastructure gaps

Accra Technical University (ATU) is seeking financial support to address infrastructure gaps and improve the delivery of technical education. ATU Debate Society coach Michael Koranteng expressed excitement over the university’s performance in the competition, describing the outcome as a proud moment for the team.

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Second batch of GAF recruits report for basic military training
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Second batch of GAF recruits report for basic military training

The second batch of recruits of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have officially reported to various training centres to commence Basic Military Training on Friday, October 23, 2026. The recruits have reported to the Army Recruit Training School, Air Force Recruit Training School, Navy Recruit Training School, Armour Training School and Army Special Operations Training School.

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