Kwaku Kesse Akess

A popular internet legend has captured the imagination of students worldwide: the story of Roberto Nevilis, an Italian teacher who supposedly invented homework in 1905 as a punishment for his students. Social media posts and even some educational institutions have perpetuated this tale, with one school confidently declaring, "The Person Who Invented Homework Was An Italian Teacher Named 'Roberto Nevilis'. He Invented Homework In 1905 As A Punishment For His Students." However, historical research has thoroughly debunked this myth. There are no historical records, Italian educational archives, or credible academic sources that mention Roberto Nevilis. Historians and fact-checkers have consistently proven this story to be an urban legend with no factual basis. In fact, evidence shows that homework existed long before 1905—California even banned homework for students under 15 in 1901, four years before Nevilis supposedly invented it. The True Ancient Origins of Homework ...

Ghana has often been described as a beacon of democracy in Africa, hasn't it? For over three decades, the country has enjoyed a reputation for peaceful elections, constitutional governance, and the smooth transfer of political power. However, recent developments suggest that the foundations of this democracy are facing serious challenges. Democracy is not only about voting during elections; it is also about respecting the rule of law, protecting citizens' rights, ensuring accountability, and allowing people to express their opinions freely. Unfortunately, some actions by political actors, institutions, and individuals appear to threaten these democratic values. If citizens cannot freely speak, question leaders, or demand accountability, then democracy itself becomes endangered. One major concern is the increasing political tension and division among Ghanaians. Instead of focusing on national development, some politicians often engage in insults, propaganda, and personal attacks...

Across Ghana's basic, secondary and tertiary institutions, a troubling pattern has resurfaced in public discourse: sexual relationships and abuse between educators and the students entrusted to their care. Indeed, recent events have thrust this crisis back into the national spotlight. In June 2026, a viral video allegedly showing a science teacher at Bole Senior High School with a final-year female student in a science laboratory prompted the Ghana Education Service (GES) to interdict the teacher and open investigations. More recently, in August 2026, Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) was rocked by unrest after students accused the headteacher, Mr. Abdulai Zakaria, of sexual misconduct — allegations that reportedly included forced intercourse, inappropriate advances, and the burial of a foetus linked to a claimed abortion. It is important to stress that these allegations against Mr Zakaria remain unverified by authorities and are still under investigation; nonetheless, the...

In 2024, more than sixty percent of political conversations on Ghanaian social media reportedly turned into personal attacks instead of meaningful discussions about policy. When one party communicator labels an opponent a “certified drug addict,” and the response is “clueless thief,” a serious question arises: Is this the Ghana we inherited—a country where political opponents wish death on one another, rank entire ethnic groups as unfit for leadership, and threaten activists with violence? What used to be occasional campaign insults has now become a daily flood of toxic language. It feels like the final straw for Ghanaian civility. My position is clear: political insults are not harmless entertainment; they are eating away at the pride of the nation. If we care about Ghana’s future, we must confront this problem directly, refuse to normalize abusive speech, and act quickly before words lead to consequences we cannot undo. The constant exchange of insults between the NDC and NPP has gon...

A language may die if there are no people to speak it. Ghana is home to over 80 indigenous languages, with Twi spoken by nearly half of the population as either a first or second language. Nevertheless, Rev. Dr. Lawrence Tetteh, a respected televangelist, has declared that establishing a radio or TV station in Accra that broadcasts in Twi is “absolute nonsense.” This statement, captured in an interview with UTV over the weekend, is not merely an offhand opinion. It is a reckless provocation that dismisses the linguistic identity of millions of Ghanaians and threatens the fragile threads of national cohesion. I firmly and unreservedly declare: Rev. Dr. Tetteh’s comment is divisive, elitist, and dangerous. By labeling the use of Twi -- a language spoken by the Akan ethnic group and understood across all regions - as “nonsense,” he directly insults the heritage, dignity, and daily reality of countless citizens. Such rhetoric, coming from a man of God, does not stay within church walls. It...

The Ghanaian football community is in mourning today following the devastating loss of 20-year-old Dominic Frimpong, a promising young winger who was tragically killed when armed attackers opened fire on the Berekum Chelsea team bus. According to reports, the incident occurred on April 12, 2026, as the team was returning from an away match against FC Samartex. Traveling along the Bibiani-Goaso road, the bus was ambushed by masked gunmen who opened fire on the vehicle. In the chaos that followed, the driver attempted to speed away from the attack, but Frimpong sustained fatal gunshot wounds. Another player also suffered injuries in the assault. Frimpong, a talented winger on loan from Aduana FC to Berekum Chelsea, was just beginning to make his mark in the Ghanaian Premier League. His death has sent shockwaves through the sport, with teammates, coaches, and fans struggling to process the senseless violence. Berekum Chelsea confirmed the heartbreaking news via their official Facebook pag...