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UG Campus By: Siaw M. Bright  The University of Ghana's Public Affairs Directorate  has informed Level 200 and 300 students of the College of Humanities that the distribution of ID cards has commenced again.  Notice From the University of Ghana's Public Affairs Directorate  This news comes after the University announced the availability of ID cards for level 200 and 300 College of Humanities students.  Read also:  SUPPLEMENTARY RESIT REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED - UGSRC  https://mcbestonline.blogspot.com/2023/02/supplementary-resit-registration.html The ID card distribution exercise will take place from Monday, 27th February to Friday, 3rd March 2023, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Students are advised to arrive within the stipulated time frame to receive their ID cards. The collection point for the ID cards will be at the University of Ghana Business School Foyer (Ground Floor).  The University of Ghana's Public Affairs Directorate has urged all concerned

National By: Siaw M. Bright  Ghanaian actor and politician, Mr. John Setor Dumelo, has declared his intention to run for the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency MP seat for the second time. Dumelo, who contested in the 2020 general elections under the National Democratic Congress (NDC) party, lost to the incumbent, Honorable Lydia Alhassan of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Mr. John Setor Dumelo In a Facebook post on Sunday, February 26, 2023, Dumelo said that he had extensively consulted with God, his family, and party members before deciding to run again. He wrote, "After an extensive consultation with my God, my family, and our party faithful in Ayawaso West Wuogon! This’s the second coming." Dumelo, who ran on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2020 election, has expressed confidence in winning the seat this time around, promising to work tirelessly to improve the lives of the people of Ayawaso West Wuogon if elected. Mr. John Dumelo's track recor

UG Campus, Accra. By: Siaw M. Bright  The University of Ghana Student Representative Council (UGSRC) has announced an extension of the registration deadline for supplementary re-sit. In a statement released on 24 February 2023, the Deputy PRO of UGSRC, Ms. Ernestina Hamdiiya Mahama, explained that the extension had become necessary due to the increased cost of supplementary re-sit registration. Notably, the extension will last for an extra week, giving students until Friday, March 3, 2023, to complete their registrations. The SRC has urged students to take advantage of this extension and complete their registrations within the scheduled time. Read also: IMPORTANT NOTICE: UNIVERSITY OF GHANA GRANTS SPECIAL CONCESSION FOR LATE COURSE REGISTRATION  https://mcbestonline.blogspot.com/2023/02/important-notice-university-of-ghana.html Over the past few days, the UGSRC has been in talks with university management to negotiate a reduction in the cost of supplementary re-sit registration. Truly,

University of Ghana, Accra. By: Siaw M. Bright  The University of Ghana Students Financial Aid Office (SFAO) held a successful ceremony on February 15th, 2023, to award scholarships to deserving students for the 2022/2023 academic year. The event at the Great Hall was graced by guests, beneficiaries, and media. ( Professor Gordon A. Awandare,  Pro-Vice Chancellor in charge of Academics and Students Affairs welcomed attendees before a documentary was played to showcase students who have benefited from scholarships from the university. Professor Gordon A. Awandare,  Pro-Vice Chancellor (ASA) Read also:  NATIONAL SERVICE PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVES ANNOUNCE PAYMENT OF ALLOWANCE  https://mcbestonline.blogspot.com/2023/02/national-service-personnel-association.html The event recognized the kind donors who have helped support needy but brilliant students over the years. Mrs. Emelia Agyei-Mensah, the University of Ghana Registrar, led the exercise to appreciate the generous donors, inclu

University of Media, Arts, and Communication, Accra Ghana By: Siaw M. Bright Commander Prince Sadat, the NPP National Youth Wing Administrator, will be present as a special guest at the inauguration and orientation ceremony of the TESCON general meeting on the 24th of February 2023. The event, which will take place at the University of Media, Arts, and Communication's Ring Way Osu Campus, will have the theme of "Communication as a Beacon in Breaking the 8." The event is expected to begin at 12:00 PM and end at 4:30 PM, and it will be attended by a host of dignitaries, including the NPP National Youth Wing Administrator, Prince Sadat. The ceremony will also feature the inauguration of new leaders and the orientation of newly admitted students into the TESCON community. Organizers have expressed their excitement about having Commander Prince Sadat as a special guest. They noted that his presence would be a source of inspiration to both the newly admitted students and the ne

Asawase Constituency, Kumasi, Ghana   By: Siaw M. Bright  The Asawase Constituency of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is set to launch its Youth Wing and inaugurate committee members on February 26, 2023. The event will take place at Haske Height, Asawase Market, opposite Kumasi Central Mosque, starting at 12 PM. The theme of the event is "Positioning the Asawase Youth to Break The Eight and Win the Seat," with a focus on encouraging young people to play a more significant role in the party's activities. The NPP aims to enhance the youth's participation in the party and promote the democratic process of decision-making. Commander Isaac Jay Hyde, the Deputy National Youth Organizer of the NPP, will be the Special Guest of Honor to inaugurate the committee members. He is expected to speak on the importance of youth involvement in politics and encourage more young people to join the party. The event has generated excitement within the party, with members, supporters, and

National McBest Online - Accra, Ghana By: Siaw M. Bright The National Service Personnel Association Executives has announced that allowances for November and December 2022 have been paid. The announcement was made in a press release signed by the National Financial Secretary, Akrong-Nartey Clause Oko, and the National Public Relations Officer, Samuel Afoakwa Boateng. The statement expressed gratitude to individuals who have been waiting patiently for their allowances to be paid and further assured personnel that payments for subsequent months would be made soon. Read also: UNIVERSITY OF GHANA: HOW TO APPLY FOR STUDENT LOAN TRUST FUND  https://mcbestonline.blogspot.com/2023/02/university-of-ghana-how-to-apply-for.html To withdraw funds from the e-zwich card, users are advised to visit any nearby bank or e-zwich vendor. They should inform the teller that they want to load funds and check the payment slip to view the amount that has been paid into their e-zwich account. Users can then cho

 By: Siaw M. Bright McBest Online would like to remind all University of Ghana students of the availability of the Student Loan Trust Fund, which provides financial support to Ghanaian citizens pursuing accredited tertiary programs in the country. Read also:  IMPORTANT NOTICE: UNIVERSITY OF GHANA GRANTS SPECIAL CONCESSION FOR LATE COURSE REGISTRATION  https://mcbestonline.blogspot.com/2023/02/important-notice-university-of-ghana.html University of Ghana students interested in applying for the fund must first fill out a form on the university's S.T.S portal  https://sts.ug.edu.gh/services/   It is important to note that, while the form is not a loan application, it serves as a means to send the applicant's information to the Student Loan Trust Fund.  For detailed information and a step-by-step process on how to apply for a student loan, students are encouraged to visit the Student Loan Trust Fund website at  https://www.sltf.gov.gh.   Some Necessary Documents: A valid Ghana Card

Campus By: Siaw M. Bright  The University of Ghana has announced a special concession for students who have not yet registered for courses in the first semester of the 2022/2023 academic year. According to an email sent to students by the Director of Academic Affairs, L.A. Nyako-Danquah (Mrs.), the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs has granted permission for the re-opening of the registration portal. The special concession is available for three types of students: First, for the Distance Education Program, students at all levels can register from Monday, February 20th, 2023, to Friday, February 24th, 2023.  Second, for Regular Undergraduate Programs, students at Levels 200, 300, and 400 can register from Monday, February 20th, 2023, to Friday, March 3rd, 2023.  Finally, for Regular Graduate Programs, students at all levels can register during the same period, from Monday, February 20th, 2023, to Friday, March 3rd, 2023. The University has urged students who have not

Campus By: Siaw M. Bright   The University of Ghana is making significant strides in addressing student accommodation challenges with the construction of the Africa Integras Hostel. The Pro-Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic and Student Affairs, Professor Gordon A. Awandare, accompanied by other management members, recently visited the construction site to assess the progress of work. Read also: ACADEMIC REGISTRATION WILL BE EXTENDED FOR ONE MORE WEEK - PROF. GORDON A. AWANDARE, UG PRO-VC (ASA)  https://mcbestonline.blogspot.com/2023/02/academic-registration-will-be-extended.html The project, which is currently at its roofing stage, will provide accommodation for approximately 1,000 students when completed. The hostel will be equipped with reading rooms, laundry rooms, kitchenettes, mini libraries, and offices to enhance students' living and learning experiences. Additionally, the hostel will have solar power in the common areas, ensuring an eco-friendly living environment for s

National By: Siaw M. Bright The Deputy National Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Hon. Isaac Jay Hyde has joined the party's youth wing to engage Constituency Executives of the Anyaa Sowutuom Constituency for its Electoral Area, as part of the party's mobilization and reorganization efforts to win the 2024 election. DEPUTY NATIONAL YOUTH ORGANIZER OF THE NPP, HON. ISAAC JAY HYDE The engagement, held in Accra, was aimed at soliciting concerns and issues from the party's grassroots level to help shape the party's strategies toward victory in the upcoming election. The focus of the engagement was to understand the concerns and issues within the party's grassroots, as the input of the grassroots is essential in shaping the party's strategies. Addressing the Constituency Executives, Hon. Isaac Jay Hyde emphasized the need for the party to remain united and focused on its ultimate goal of retaining power in the 2024 elections. He further stated that th

Campus By: Siaw M. Bright The University of Ghana Management has granted a one-week extension of academic registration following a plea from the Student Representative Council (SRC) executives and the leadership of the SRC General Assembly. The initial deadline for academic registration was the 10th of February 2023. More so, the University's Academic Affairs Directorate, in a letter signed by Lydia Anowa Nyako-Danquah (Mrs.), issued a notice confirming that academic registration had come to an end. This announcement left some students stranded, especially those who could not pay their school fees and register for their courses on time due to financial constraints. Letter From Academic Affairs Directorate The SRC executives and leaders of the SRC General Assembly were concerned about the affected students' academic progress and as a result wrote letters to the University management, requesting an extension of the academic registration deadline. After a successful meeting betwee

Campus By: Siaw M. Bright   The University of Ghana has announced the opening of the portal for supplementary re-sit registration for the 2022/2023 academic year. The portal will be open from February 20th, 2023 to February 24th, 2023, providing students with an opportunity to register for supplementary re-sits. According to the University's academic calendar, the supplementary re-sit registration period is an essential component of the academic year. The period provides students with a second chance to improve their grades and achieve academic success.  Read also: UNIVERSITY OF GHANA DID NOT CHARGE FEES ILLEGALLY - EDUCATION MINISTRY  https://mcbestonline.blogspot.com/2023/02/university-of-ghana-did-not-charge-fees.html Students have been reminded that the registration deadline is strictly enforced, and no late registrations will be accepted. Therefore, students are advised to visit the University's S.T.S portal and follow the registration guidelines carefully to register for

By: Siaw M. Bright   The Committee on Education in Ghana's Parliament in a statement put out on 15th February 2023 clarified that the University of Ghana did not charge fees illegally, and the fees levied by the University Management are within the lawful limits authorized by parliament. This development comes after the University of Ghana Student Representative Council (UGSRC) and the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) sent a petition to parliament, accusing the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo of charging illegal fees. A statement signed by Hon. Inusah Mohammed, the Clerk to the Committee on Education in parliament remarked that following a meeting with the Management of the University of Ghana,  the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, the Ministry of Education, and the student body, it was resolved that the University Management did not charge any illegal fees.  Read also:  TRANSPORT FARES ON CAMPUS ARE NOW GH¢8 AFTER UGSRC ENGAGED TAXI UNI