One of the candidates in the just ended Basic Educational Certificate Examination (BECE) in the Central region is reported to have died.
The deceased, Edward Acquah of Apewosika Putubiw D/A Basic school fell unconscious whiles writing the Ghanaian Language (Fante) paper and was rushed to the Ewim Government Hospital where he died.
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The grandfather of the deceased, Kojo Nyarko in an interview with Adom News’ Kafui Justice said the family has lost a valuable asset.
He indicated that, the late Edward did not show any sign of ailment when he left the house for school thus his death comes as a shock to them.
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The distraught grandfather wondered why such a bubbly, humble and respectful young boy could die so soon.
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Mr. Kojo Nyarko was however thankful to the teachers of Putubiw D/A Basic School and Aggrey Memorial Zion SHS for trying to save his grandson.
