Efiewura actor Jojo Mills Robertson (Sofo Joe) has advised middle-aged Ghanaians being discouraged by their compatriots from relocating abroad.
The actor, presently based in the US, took to his official TikTok page to share a video of himself dismissing the said claims made by Naana Arthur Donkor and other Ghanaians living abroad.
He stated that there are no age limits when it comes to relocating abroad. Jojo Mills urged Ghanaians not to be deceived by others.
The comic actor explained that middle-aged individuals could move abroad and succeed as long as they have good health and are able to work.
He stressed that foreign companies like Walmart do not discriminate and employs older people.
The West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) provides a framework for comparing educational outcomes across different countries in West Africa. Below is a
comparison of WASSCE results for Ghana with specific countries in the region, focusing on trends in pass rates and subject performances.
1. Ghana:
Overall Pass Rate: In recent years, Ghana has seen pass rates range from 60%-70% in core subjects. For example, the 2021
WASSCE results reported a pass rate of approximately 65%.
Subjects: Ghanaian students typically perform well in English Language and Mathematics, with pass rates often exceeding 70% in these subjects.
2. Nigeria:
• Overall Pass Rate: The pass rates for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) in Nigeria have been lower than Ghana’s, often ranging between 50%-60%. For instance, the 2021 results indicated a pass rate of around 50.3%.
Subjects: Nigerian students face challenges in core subjects, with mathematics and English Language pass rates often below 50%.
3. Sierra Leone:
• Overall Pass Rate: Sierra Leone has experienced fluctuating pass rates in
WASSCE, generally around 40%-50%. The 2021 results indicated a pass rate of approximately 45%.
• Subjects: Students in Sierra Leone struggle significantly in mathematics and English, with pass rates typically below 50%.
4. The Gambia:
Overall Pass Rate: The Gambia’s pass rates in WASSCE have been relatively low, averaging around 50%. Recent results show similar trends, with 2021 reporting a pass rate of about 55%.
Subjects: Performance in core subjects such as mathematics and English Language is also a concern, with pass rates often below the national average.
5. Liberia:
Overall Pass Rate: Liberia’s performance has historically been lower, with pass rates around 30%-40%. The 2021 results reflected a pass rate of approximately 40%.
Subjects: Students face significant difficulties in both English Language and mathematics, often achieving pass rates lower than 30%.
Conclusion:
Ghana generally outperforms its neighboring West African countries in WASSCE results, with higher pass rates and better performance in core subjects like English Language and Mathematics. In contrast, countries such as Nigeria, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Liberia face ongoing challenges that impact their students’ success. Addressing educational disparities, improving resource allocation, and enhancing teacher training will be essential for improving WASSCE outcomes across the region.
By continuing to focus on these areas, Ghana and its neighboring countries can work toward achieving better educational results for their students.
The organizers of the prestigious Telecel Ghana Music Awards have officially opened nominations for the 26th edition.
The announcement was made in a statement released on Tuesday, January 21, 2024.
“On behalf of the Board, our distinguished sponsors, and esteemed partners, we extend our warmest regards to all music stakeholders and officially announce the commencement of nominations for the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards,” the statement began.
The scheme is now accepting submissions for all commercially released works from January 1 to December 31, 2024. Entries are welcome from artists, management teams, record labels, producers, instrumentalists, composers, and other stakeholders within the music industry. Submissions must be completed through the online portal at www.entry.ghanamusicawards.com by Sunday, February 16, 2025.
The organizers also highlighted updates to the awards categories.
“Please note that the categories of the TGMAs have been revised. The revisions include updates to definitions and the addition of new categories. These changes can be found on our official website, www.GhanaMusicAwards.com, as well as on our social media platforms: Ghana Music Awards on Facebook, and @ghmusicawards on Instagram and X. We encourage all stakeholders to review these updates and plan their submissions accordingly.”
For additional information or clarification, inquiries can be directed to info@ghanamusicawards.com.
The Telecel Ghana Music Awards remains one of the most significant events celebrating musical excellence and talent in Ghana, and this year’s edition promises to uphold that tradition with its revised framework and continued dedication to recognizing the best in the industry.
Strika of Beasts Of No Nation fame has dropped a trailer for another skit after the first one he dropped since leaving Akabenezer’s camp was heavily criticised
The actor’s new skit looked like a massive improvement from the first one, as it had far better visuals and camera work with a compelling storyline.
He shared the trailer on his TikTok page, and in the comments section, many Ghanaians were impressed and expressed enthusiasm in seeing the full skit.
Popular Ghanaian actor Strika, who gained acclaim for his role in the Hollywood flick Beasts of No Nation, has shared a trailer for his new skit on TikTok.
This comes after his first skit, released after leaving Ak-abenezer’s camp, received heavy criticism for its poor quality and weak storyline.
In the new skit, Strika played the role of a feared rebel leader commanding a group of troops. The trailer showed civilians fleeing at the sight of him, creating a tense and engaging atmosphere. The visuals and camera work were noticeable improvements from his earlier work, earning positive reactions from viewers. Many Ghanaians praised the trailer and expressed excitement for the full skit.
Strika’s earlier skit, where he was seen buying bread and sharing it with friends, was widely criticised. Social media users described it as uninspiring and poorly pro-duced, especially compared to the high-quality videos he featured in, while working with comedian Ras Nene, popularly known as Dr Likee.
Why Strika left Dr Likee’s camp
Strika recently left Dr Likee’s team and returned to his family in Accra due to personal challenges. Gunshot, a member of Dr Likee’s team and Strika’s caretaker, alleged on YouTube that Strika faced issues with substance abuse and kleptomania. He alleged that efforts to help Strika, including rehabilitation, had not been successful.
Gunshot also claimed that Strika was arrested at one point for drug-related issues.
However, Strika has since come out to deny the claim lev-elled against him, stating that he had not stolen a mobile device like Gunshot had claimed in his lengthy YouTube disclosure of what transpired between him and the young actor.
Strika noted that he found Gunshot’s claim distasteful and a smear on his character. He added in his rant that Gunshot was deliberately assassinating his character in public as part of a ploy to heighten his YouTube engagements and viewership.
Minister-designate for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, advises young people to establish stable careers before pursuing politics to ensure financial stability for the demands of public office.
In regards to this, he continued by advising the youth to learn more about the history and the economic of Ghana as well as encouraging them to very hardworking, avoid wasting time on unnecessary activities and staying positive minded in all their ambitions in life.
It’s disheartening to see a once-respected institution like Media General, where I previously worked, now being used to air questionable content that showcases a lack of intellectual rigor.
I’m baffled as to why the platform has allowed certain presenters to spread hate speech and nonsensical ideas. While I understand that the media landscape is becoming increasingly competitive, with bloggers and social media influencers vying for attention, a responsible media outlet like Media General should prioritize the nation’s interest and adhere to the principles of journalism.
Unfortunately, it seems that the Group CEO, is more focused on collecting awards and accolades than on maintaining the network’s journalistic integrity. This is a stark reminder that, as a nation, we often celebrate mediocrity over meritocracy. It’s a sad state of affairs, and I can only hope that Media General will rediscover its commitment to responsible and informative broadcasting. The decline of a once-noble institution is a loss not just for the media industry, but for the nation as a whole.
Donald Trump has been sworn in by Chief Justice John Roberts as the 47th president of the United States, marking a political comeback after being convicted of felonies.
• In his inauguration address, Trump vowed that “the golden age of America begins right now.” He listed his priorities — on trade, immigration and national security — while criticizing President Joe Biden, who sat nearby, and declaring “America’s decline is over.” He also recalled the assassination attempt last year that nearly claimed his life and said he was “saved by God to Make America Great Again.” Read our fact check from his address.
• Trump is expected to soon issue a series of executive actions, including declaring a national emergency on the US-Mexico border, pulling the US out of the Paris climate deal and doubling down on fossil fuel initiatives.
• Hours before the change in US leadership, President Joe Biden issued pardonsfor Gen. Mark Milley, Dr. Anthony Fauci and members of Congress who served on the committee investigating January 6. He also issued preemptive pardons for his brothers, his sister and their spouses.
President Donald Trump is planning to pardon people convicted of nonviolent offenses related to the January 6 US Capitol attack and to commute the sentences of others convicted of more serious offenses, according to multiple sources familiar with the plan.
Donald Trump after being sworn in as president.
The Justice Department also is expected to move in court to dismiss cases that have not yet gone to trial, according to a transition official.
Trump has not yet signed an executive order but is expected to do so today.
Trump has long pledged to pardon at least some of his supporters who stormed the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, disrupting the peaceful transfer of power.
After the attack, the Justice Department and FBI launched a nationwide manhunt to identify and arrest rioters, which turned into the biggest criminal probe in US history. Prosecutors charged more than 1,580 people and have secured about 1,270 convictions so far, with about 300 pending cases.
About 55% of January 6 prosecutions are misdemeanor cases, with charges like disorderly conduct or trespassing, according to Justice Department data. For those convicted, the vast majority were sentenced to probation or a few months in prison and were already released.
What would pardons do: Pardons don’t erase a defendant’s criminal record, and don’t overturn a conviction. Any January 6 rioters who pleaded guilty or were found guilty at trial are still convicted criminals. But a pardon forgives the offense and restores the recipient’s civil rights, like gun ownership or voting rights. For convicted rioters on probation, a pardon will end their probation early. Any rioters who got a pardon and are currently in prison will be set free.
By the numbers: A couple hundred rioters are currently incarcerated, according to the latest Justice Department estimates. The department says 1,100 convicted rioters have already been sentenced, and about 700 of them have either already finished their prison term or were only sentenced to probation.
Former President Joe Biden offered a brief, muted reaction to President Donald Trump’s inaugural address Monday in his first remarks as a former president.
“We have a lot more to do. We heard the inaugural address today — you know, we got a lot more to do,” he said, crossing himself to laughter from a crowd of former aides at a Joint Base Andrews hangar.
Biden told the crowd he is “leaving office, but we’re not leaving the fight,” calling on them to “stay engaged in all the ways you can.”
Standing alongside former first lady Jill Biden, the former president expressed his gratitude to his team.
“No president gets to choose the moment they enter history. But they get to choose the team they enter it with. And we chose the best damn team in the world,” he said, charging them to look back on the past four years with “pride.”
Biden said it was the “honor of my life to serve as your president” and offered his perspective on how his one-term presidency will be viewed: “Mark my words: the future’s going to judge what you’ve done as one of the most significant contributions that’s been made by all of America.”
Ex-president Joe Biden gives a warm speech.
“Thank you, Joe,” the crowd cheered.
The Bidens crossed the tarmac hand in hand and boarded Special Air Mission 46 for a flight to Santa Ynez, California. They waved from the top of the small steps, Biden saluting before ducking inside the plane.
A female student Pastor at the Ramseyer Training Centre of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana at Abetifi in the Eastern Region tragically died on Sunday after she collapsed in the pulpit.
The deceased, Dinah Baah as part of her training as a student pastor was scheduled to preach at the Liberty Congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana at Nkawkaw, but after mounting the pulpit, greeting the congregation and introducing the theme, she suddenly collapsed even before she could start delivering the sermon.
She was then rushed to the hospital but unfortunately did not survive.
The Public Relations Officer of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana Rev. George Larbi who confirmed the sad incident in an interview said the death of Dinah has come as a shock to many as she prior to her death looked very health and showed no sign of ill health.
He added that Dinah Baah, a resident of North America who has studied Theology extensively abroad was to be commissioned as a Reverend Minister on August 5, 2018.
The Ghana Football Association has indicated that Stephen Appiah will be in charge of player relations in his role as vice chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee.
During that period, the Black Stars will face off with Chad at home before travelling to Madagascar for another important match. (GSN)
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