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11-year-old girl creates sickle cell awareness with Tamale-Accra ride

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3 months ago

June 14, 2024

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Eleven-year-old Ekua Bafowah Asumang has started a 751-kilometre bicycle ride from Tamale to Accra in a bid to create awareness of sickle cell, a disease she survived after birth.

In an interview with the Daily Graphic last Wednesday, DO1 Vincent Asumang, the father of Efua Asumang, who is cycling with her, explained that at the time Ekua was born, the family knew very little about sickle cell.

“Before I got to know she had sickle cell, I had spent a lot of money. So I don’t want any Ghanaian to go through what I went through”. Following her survival, Mr Asumang said, the family decided to establish a Sickle Cell Foundation in her name.

Her journey is a testament to the power of determination and the impact one person can make, regardless of their age. By undertaking this challenging ride, Ekua is not only raising awareness about sickle cell disease but also demonstrating that with perseverance and a strong will, one can overcome significant obstacles.

Ekua’s story serves as a reminder that even the smallest actions can have a big impact. Her efforts will undoubtedly inspire many others, both young and old, to take action and make a difference in their own communities.

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Fatal Stabbing at O’Reilly Senior High School

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2 weeks ago

September 4, 2024

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The latest information regarding the fatal stabbing at O’Reilly Senior High School (SHS) indicates that a final-year student, Edward Borketey Sackey, was stabbed to death by a fellow student. This tragic event occurred on the school premises shortly after Edward had finished an examination on September 3, 2024. The altercation reportedly stemmed from an argument over whose father was wealthier, escalating into a physical confrontation where Edward was stabbed three times in the chest.

Edward was rushed to LEKMA Hospital by fellow students but was pronounced dead upon arrival. The suspect in this case has been arrested by the police. There has been a significant police presence at the school following the incident. The Greater Accra Regional Director of the Ghana Education Service has assured there will be an investigation into the incident to ensure the safety of other students.

Edward’s father has expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the incident, criticizing the lack of immediate response from the school authorities and the police. He has demanded justice and is considering legal action against the school, questioning the supervision during the incident.

Social media post reflect shock and concern over the incident, with some users sharing details of the event and the family’s intentions to sue the school.

As of the latest updates, the school authorities have not issued an official statement directly addressing the incident, which has left many questions unanswered regarding the supervision and security measures at the school. This incident has sparked discussions on school safety, student conflict resolution, and the role of educational institutions in preventing such tragedies. The community and online observers are awaiting further details from the investigation and any official statements from O’Reilly SHS regarding their response to this violent event.

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Ghana Teacher Unions Threaten Strike

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1 month ago

August 6, 2024

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The latest development on the Ghana Teacher Unions’ strike is that three teacher unions—the Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Federation of Senior Staff Associations of Ghana (FUSSAG), and the Teachers and Educational Workers Union of the Trade Union Congress (TEWU-TUC)—have threatened to begin an industrial action on August 9, 2024.

This is due to the Ministry of Finance’s failure to authorize the payment of Vehicle Maintenance Allowance (VMA) and other related allowances by August 8, 2024.

The unions have expressed their commitment to fighting for the rights of their members and have vowed not to rest until justice is served.

They have given the government (Ministry) up to the close of work on August 8, 2024, to release the authorization letter. Failure to do so will result in the unions commencing industrial action on August 9, 2024.

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Ghana’s Nurse and Midwife Recruitment Sparks Debate

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2 months ago

July 29, 2024

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The Ministry of Health in Ghana has announced the recruitment of 15,200 nurses and midwives, a move that has sparked political debate.

The Minority has criticized the timing of the recruitment as a political gimmick, suggesting it is an attempt to influence the upcoming elections. However, supporters of the government argue that the recruitment is a positive step towards addressing unemployment in the healthcare sector.

The announcement has also led to discussions about the previous administration’s failure to employ nurses and the current government’s efforts to clear a backlog of unemployed nurses. The recruitment process is set to begin soon, with the application portal open until August 23rd.