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Education Minister backs move to elevate Ohawu Agricultural College into university
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- The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, reaffirmed the government's commitment to transform Ohawu Agricultural College into a fully-fledged university.
- This assurance was given during a meeting with a delegation from the Volta Regional House of Chiefs and the Afife Traditional Council.
- The transformation process will prioritize the provision of infrastructure and resources, followed by the necessary legislative framework.
- Discussions also included plans for a satellite campus of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) at Battor and infrastructure development in other Volta Region schools.
- The Ministry of Education pledged continued collaboration with traditional authorities and stakeholders to advance these educational initiatives.
Why This Matters
This initiative signifies a significant investment in higher education and human capital development within Ghana's Volta Region. Transforming colleges into universities and establishing new campuses can broaden access to specialized skills in agriculture and health, directly supporting regional economic diversification and national development goals. It also highlights the government's commitment to addressing educational disparities and strengthening infrastructure across the country.
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November 4, 2026
Asiedu Nketia has earned the right to contest for president — Fifi Kwetey
- NDC General Secretary Fifi Kwetey supports National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia's right to contest for the presidency.
- Kwetey stated that Nketia's extensive service to the party makes him qualified for the highest political office.
- He clarified that his personal role is to ensure a fair and level playing field for all prospective presidential aspirants within the NDC.
- Kwetey emphasized that the ultimate decision on the party's presidential candidate must come from the collective judgment of its members.
- The comments come amidst ongoing discussions within the NDC regarding potential contenders for the party's next flagbearer election.
November 4, 2026
Cocoa farmers hope for March recovery after season starts poorly
- Cocoa farmers are facing a poor harvest season due to unpredictable weather, with heavy rains in some areas preventing pod development and drought in others causing flowers to wither.
- Farmers are hoping for an improved harvest by March next year if current rains continue, but the Ghana Cooperative Cocoa Farmers and Marketing Association advises it's too early to predict, especially with the impending harmattan wind.
- Fertilizer distribution was significantly delayed this season, arriving in August instead of between March and May, with some farmers still awaiting supplies, further hindering production.
- Ghana's cocoa regulator, COCOBOD, had already forecast a minimum 16% fall in output this season due to factors like El Nino and excessive rain, and has not provided an updated forecast or target.
- The Ghana Meteorological Agency confirmed a strong El Nino, warning of potential prolonged dry spells that could severely impact agricultural production across the country.
November 4, 2026
Champions League: Inter win comfortably in Feyenoord
- Inter Milan secured a comfortable Champions League victory over Feyenoord.
- This win came after their recent 3-1 Serie A derby defeat against AC Milan.
- Yann Bisseck opened the scoring for Inter, followed by goals from Pio Esposito and Piotr Zielinski.
- Pio Esposito had a second goal disallowed for offside during the match.
- Inter Milan now sits 14th in their Champions League league phase table, while Feyenoord is 30th.