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SKY DISSENTING: Why Afenyo-Markin’s Shakespeare Quote Was Not Useless

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - November 17, 2025

SKY DISSENTING : BLOODY INSTRUCTIONS, TAUGHT IN PARLIAMENT — WHY AFENYO-MARKIN’S USE OF SHAKESPEARE WASN’T “USELESS” Respectfully, A recent television discussion saw veteran and distinguished journalist Kwesi Pratt dismiss Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin ’s use of Shakespeare during Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie ’s vetting as “useless.” While NPP MP Isaac Boamah-Nyarko found the characterization “harsh,” he could not articulate the quote’s significance. Tellingly, host Moro Awudu —a colleague I greatly respect—also struggled to explain its relevance, mirroring the confusion of many Ghanaians. This exchange was a microcosm of a national conversation, with many Ghanaians asking: why quote Shakespeare in Parliament ? The answer, to my mind, is both simple and profound. The Constitutional Crisis When Justice Baffoe-Bonnie appeared before Parliament’s Appointments Committee, and even as he took his oath of office at the Jubilee House early this evening, seven court cases were ...

Minister of Education inspects ongoing construction of NTC Tamale office complex

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - November 15, 2025

The Honourable Minister of Education , accompanied by the Registrar of the National Teaching Council (NTC), on Friday, 14th November 2025 paid a working visit to the construction site of the new NTC Office Complex in Tamale . The visit formed part of the Ministry’s broader commitment to strengthening educational infrastructure and ensuring that agencies under the Ministry are adequately equipped to deliver on their mandates. Upon arrival, the Minister and the Registrar were received by the project consultants and contractors, who led the delegation through a comprehensive tour of the facility. The team inspected the structural works completed so far, reviewed architectural plans, and assessed compliance with project timelines and safety standards. The Honourable Minister expressed satisfaction with the progress made and reiterated government’s resolve to support the NTC to enhance teacher professionalism across the country. He emphasized that the new Tamale office will se...

AlatiphA xCalcAge: Instantly Calculate Age in Excel

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - March 02, 2025

Simplify Age Calculation with Ease Manually calculating a person’s age from their date of birth can be tedious and error-prone. The AlatiphA xCalcAge feature automates this process, providing an accurate age in years and months. How It Works 1. Click on AlatiphA xCalcAge tab and then click on the Calculate Age button to open a userform. 2. Click on the calendar icon on the userform to select the date from a pop up calendar . Note : Selecting a cell with a date, the Date Picker will register the date in Date Picker for easy and faster date picking. 3. Click on Calculate Age button. 4. The age will be displayed in a textbox below the button as you can see above. Why Use AlatiphA xCalcAge? Fast & Accurate – Eliminates manual calculation errors. User-Friendly – Works seamlessly with manual entry or the Date Picker. Customizable – The Date Picker can be themed to match your Excel set...

Supercharge Your Excel Workflow with AlatiphA xDT Add-In

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - January 26, 2025

Introduction Excel is a cornerstone of data management, but sometimes its built-in features don’t fully meet our needs . That’s where custom add-ins come in, providing personalized functionalities to enhance productivity. In this post, we introduce a feature-packed add-in that streamlines date and time management. Features of the Add-In Date Picker Manually entering dates in Excel can be time-consuming and prone to errors. This Date Picker solves this problem with a calendar-style interface for selecting dates. Say goodbye to the frustrations and limitations of traditional date pickers and embrace this game-changing add-in that redefines the way you interact with dates in Excel. This innovative solution offers unparalleled flexibility and ease of use. With customizable start dates, a sleek and intuitive interface, and seamless integration across regions and languages. This Date Picker empowers you to streamline your workflow and enhance productivity...