The suspension, which halted the implementation scheduled for January 1, 2026, comes after concerns were raised in Parliament about institutional preparedness, limited stakeholder consultation, and the lack of amendments to the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180).

The move was further reinforced by a High Court injunction granted on December 23, 2025, restraining the DVLA from proceeding with the new system.

While welcoming the suspension in a statement, Dr. Agyemang cautioned that the accompanying directive allowing vehicles with Drive from Port (DP) and Defective Vehicle (DV) number plates to continue operating “until further notice” poses serious legal and safety risks, particularly with respect to compulsory motor insurance.

He explained that under the Motor Vehicles (Third Party Insurance) Act, 1958 (Act 42), every vehicle using a public road must be covered by valid third-party insurance to protect innocent road users in the event of injury, death, or property damage.

According to him, DP and DV plates are temporary by design, and insurance issued for such vehicles is limited, pending inspection and full registration.

Dr. Agyemang warned that permitting prolonged use of these temporary plates undermines the protections guaranteed to third parties under the law, exposing the public to uninsured road use, uncompensated victims, and avoidable legal disputes.

He stressed that statutory obligations under Act 42 cannot be overridden by administrative directives .

The MP has therefore called on the Minister for Transport to urgently intervene by regularising the status of DP and DV plates in line with the law, ensuring no vehicle operates without valid insurance, issuing clear policy guidance to the DVLA, and safeguarding public confidence in vehicle registration and road safety systems.

He further urged the National Insurance Commission to enforce compliance strictly, insisting that compulsory motor insurance exists to protect the public, not to accommodate administrative uncertainty.

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Read the full statement below:

The beneficiaries—David Mensah, Abigail Boadi, Maame Ama Poku, and Abigail A. Yankyerah—are pursuing postgraduate programmes in Health Services Planning and Management and Health Systems Research and Management.

Dr. Agyemang provided the support to help ease the students’ financial burden and to encourage academic excellence among young Ghanaians in the health sector.

The Dean of the School of Public Health, along with the beneficiaries, commended Dr. Agyemang for his continued commitment to education and youth development.

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According to Dr. Agyemang, the persistence of exam leakages and misconduct is proof that the current model of assessment is outdated and no longer serves the needs of students or the education sector.

“It is worrying that after spending about nine years in school, pupils are assessed within just three hours. Don’t you think we should rethink our assessment criteria?” he asked. “Unless we change the framework of assessment and how questions are presented, malpractice will continue.”

His comments come after renewed calls for the installation of CCTV cameras and other surveillance systems at examination centers nationwide.

While admitting that such measures could aid monitoring, he insisted they would not address the root causes of the problem.

“Look at the number of exam centers across the country. Even if we install CCTVs, they won’t stop malpractice. At best, they will only record it. After all, if the question-setting system remains predictable, the temptation and opportunity for malpractice will always exist,” he argued.

He suggested that preventive measures should be built into the structure of the examinations themselves.

One approach, he noted, could involve presenting candidates with varied sets of questions based on the same themes, reducing the possibility of collusion.

According to him, the assessment system has remained unchanged for decades despite the transformation in society and the workplace.

He stressed that the current system places too much emphasis on memorization rather than critical thinking, problem-solving, and the practical application of knowledge.

“Society is changing. The workplace is changing. If our schools only teach students to pass a paper in three hours, we are failing them. Assessment must measure holistic learning and not just recall,” he stated.

Dr. Agyemang called on the Ministry of Education, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), and stakeholders to explore reforms that reflect modern educational priorities. These could include continuous assessment, project-based evaluations, and skills testing.

He also assured that Parliament, through the Education Select Committee, is ready to back proposals aimed at restoring integrity in Ghana’s examination system. Budgetary allocations, he said, should prioritize meaningful systemic reforms rather than surveillance-focused interventions.

“Parliament is listening, and we will play our role. But the truth is this: if we don’t rethink assessment policy, we’ll keep discussing malpractice every single year,” he cautioned.

Examination malpractice has been a persistent issue in Ghana’s education sector, with incidents of leakages, impersonation, and collusion between candidates and invigilators regularly reported. These scandals weaken public trust in the system and undermine the credibility of certificates awarded to students.

For years, educationists have debated possible solutions, ranging from stricter invigilation and technological surveillance to broader reforms in how students are tested.

Dr. Agyemang’s comments add to growing calls for a shift away from high-stakes, one-off exams towards more comprehensive and diversified assessments.

Source: Adomonline

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The affected individuals, who are currently seeking refuge at Akyem Kyebi-Oman, received the items through the Abuakwa South NADMO Secretariat on Friday, September 5, 2025.

The relief package comprised blankets, slippers, buckets, bags of gari and beans, sanitary pads, soaps, tissue paper, toiletries, clothing, and other basic necessities.

The items were presented on behalf of the MP by Mr. Samuel Appiah, a former Abuakwa South NPP Organizer and current NADMO Director.

Mr. Appiah explained that the intervention followed an urgent appeal from the Abuakwa South NADMO Secretariat the previous day.

He emphasized the role of peace and unity in development and encouraged residents of Sawla to pursue reconciliation.

Receiving the donation, Abuakwa South NADMO Director, Mr. Aikins Ofori, thanked Dr. Agyemang for his swift response. He appealed to civil society groups, NGOs, and philanthropists to support ongoing efforts to assist the displaced victims.

Mr. Ofori also disclosed plans to work with other state institutions to provide protection, apprenticeship opportunities, and employable skills to help prevent the victims, particularly the youth, from turning to illegal mining and other social vices.

Some of the displaced persons recounted their ordeal, explaining how they were forced to hide in the bush for nearly two weeks before being escorted to safety by the police.

They expressed gratitude to Dr. Agyemang and NADMO for their assistance while urging government to intensify peace efforts in Sawla.

The clashes, which erupted due to a misunderstanding over a piece of land, have displaced hundreds of residents in the Savannah Region.

President John Mahama has since announced measures aimed at restoring calm and achieving lasting peace in the Sawla-Bole area.

Source: Adomonline

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According to him, the nature of risks security personnel face in the line of duty makes it imperative for the state to insure not only their operational tools but also the officers themselves.

“It is about time the government and the nation as a whole took greater interest in the welfare of our security agencies. Beyond tributes and flowers offered after tragedies, what concrete support do we extend to the families of these gallant men and women? After the funerals, the pain is left with their immediate relatives while life goes on for the rest of us,” Dr. Agyemang said in an interview with Adom News.

He acknowledged John Mahama’s establishment of a fund to support bereaved families of fallen officers but stressed that more sustainable measures are needed.

“What worries me is that as a nation, we have not taken interest in insuring the vehicles and accoutrements that our security services rely on. In the absence of cover, government is forced to pay huge compensations when accidents occur—burdens that proper insurance could address,” he added.

Dr. Agyemang made the remarks in the wake of a recent tragedy that claimed the lives of five senior government officials and Air Force personnel.

He recommended that government, given its stake in the State Insurance Company (SIC), should collaborate with the firm to develop tailored policies for the security services.

“It will not be out of place if government compels security agencies to work with SIC to underwrite policies that protect their personnel and equipment. This is the surest way to guarantee their welfare and reduce the financial strain on the state when disasters occur,” he emphasized.

Source: Adomonline

Speaking at the 7th Quadrennial (54th) GNAT Regional Delegates’ Conference held at Kibi College of Education, Dr. Agyemang emphasised that Ghana must rethink education not just as preparation for the job market, but as a foundation for global participation and leadership.

“If an 18-year-old in Ho is to stand shoulder to shoulder with her peer in Helsinki, our classrooms must evolve,” he urged.

The Digital Era Demands a New Learning Model

Highlighting the rise of artificial intelligence, automation, and machine learning, Dr. Agyemang noted these technologies are transforming industries once believed to rely solely on human intelligence. From agriculture to banking, no sector is immune to the digital shift.

In this context, digital literacy must go beyond familiarity with devices—it must include coding and the capacity to think computationally.

“Counting is no longer enough. Our students must code. We must prepare young minds not only to find jobs but to remain relevant in an interconnected world,” he stressed.

Reimagining the African Graduate

Dr. Agyemang outlined the profile of the African graduate the continent must now produce—individuals who are: Digitally skilled and creators of technology, driven by innovation and entrepreneurial thinking, deeply rooted in their culture but comfortable in global environments, guided by ethical principles and strong emotional intelligence.

“The African of this age should be able to develop software in Python and, with the same ease, recall ancestral wisdom. This dual capacity is not contradiction—it’s completeness,” he explained.

Envisioning a Modern Classroom

He painted a vivid picture of what education could look like in Ghana’s future: rural schools equipped with digital simulations, real-time learning analytics, and artificial intelligence systems that help identify and address individual learning challenges.

Teachers, he said, must no longer work in isolation but should become part of a wider African network of professional collaboration.

“In the new era, a teacher in Ghana will collaborate with peers across the continent—from Rwanda to Egypt—sharing strategies and transforming learning together,” he declared.

A National Imperative for Realignment

While acknowledging strides such as the Free SHS policy and revitalized TVET programs, Dr. Agyemang cautioned that statistics alone do not reflect real progress. The fundamental disconnect, he argued, lies between what students are taught and what is required in today’s world.

“There is a misalignment—between our educational priorities and global realities, between what we fund and what we truly need,” he said.

He ended by quoting Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen, reinforcing the idea that education is not merely about acquiring basic skills but about expanding freedoms, choices, and opportunities.

Teachers at the Heart of National Transformation

To the teachers present, Dr. Agyemang offered a stirring reminder: “Your role is far beyond preparing students to pass exams. You are sculpting the minds that will lead Africa’s future.” His remarks, both visionary and urgent, received resounding applause.

Delegates rose to their feet, inspired by the message that Ghana’s future lies not in catching up, but in boldly designing a new path forward—one where the African child thrives, the African teacher leads, and the continent competes on equal footing with the world.

Source: myjoyonline

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That was the central message delivered by Dr Kingsley Agyemang, Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, as he addressed hundreds of teachers at the 7th GNAT Quadrennial Regional Delegates’ Conference, held on 22 July at Kibi College of Education.

Describing the digital age as both a challenge and a catalyst for progress, Dr Agyemang called for a national shift “from chalkboards to code, textbooks to tablets, and from quiet libraries to active makerspaces,” he asserted: “Digital literacy is now a foundational skill. If our students are to compete globally, we must embed it throughout the entire education system.”

Moving Beyond Token Technology

Dr Agyemang criticised the current state of ICT education in Ghana’s schools, describing it as superficial and unsustainable. He noted that reliance on donated devices or occasional workshops had made little lasting impact.

“Technology must no longer be treated as a separate subject,” he said. “From AI-powered maths lessons to digital storytelling and science simulations, tech should enhance every subject area. Our classrooms must reflect the digital world our students are inheriting.”

Teachers Must Lead the Digital Charge

Rather than resist the rise of technology, Dr Agyemang urged educators to embrace it as a transformative tool. He called on GNAT to spearhead a national digital training initiative, ensuring that teachers are not only equipped with devices, but also the skills and confidence to use them effectively.

“A smart classroom means nothing without a smart teacher,” he remarked, suggesting that GNAT’s Mutual Fund or government grants could be channelled towards affordable laptops, subsidised internet, and partnerships with edtech companies.

Bridging the Digital Divide

On the issue of digital inequality—particularly in rural areas—Dr Agyemang stressed that limited access must not become an excuse for inaction. He proposed solutions such as low-cost, solar-powered devices, offline learning centres, and rural Wi-Fi networks.

He pointed to successful initiatives in India, Kenya, and Rwanda as evidence that Ghana can chart a similar course.

GNAT’s Role in Leading Change

Dr Agyemang issued a direct challenge to GNAT: “You have the reach, the influence, the numbers. Why not build your own digital learning platform for teachers? Why not lead Ghana’s teacher tech revolution?”

He proposed the establishment of regional digital labs, peer-led ICT training, and virtual teacher communities to foster continuous learning. “The Ghanaian teacher of the future must speak English, Twi — and Python.”

A National Priority

Concluding his address, Dr Agyemang warned that if Ghana does not act swiftly to digitise its education system, it risks falling behind. “We cannot allow our children to remain passive users of foreign technology — they must become its creators. If we delay, we’ll be importing ideas our youth should be building.”

Source: myjoyonline

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Speaking on JoyNews Prime on Monday, Dr Agyemang said the Minority’s hesitation stems from questions surrounding the scheme’s funding framework. “We are not opposing the numbers. However, our point has to do with the source of funding.”

“The main statutory source of funding outlined in the report submitted to parliament is that they are going to save 20% of the National Health Insurance levy to finance non-communicable diseases. Why are you in a rush? Why do you rush to bring a bill that is already catered for under the National Health Insurance? This is something that we have to caution Ghanaians because it is an ingenious way to take from an existing provision to finance another thing that can be effectively catered for under the primary provision, which is the National Health Insurance law,” the MP argued.

Parliament passed the MahamaCare Bill into law on Monday, July 21, under a certificate of urgency, fast-tracking the legislative process to fulfil a key campaign promise by President John Dramani Mahama.

The initiative seeks to provide free healthcare for individuals suffering from chronic conditions, particularly targeting low-income and vulnerable groups who are unable to bear the costs of long-term medical care.

MahamaCare is expected to complement the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) by addressing gaps in chronic disease management, especially for ailments such as diabetes, hypertension, and sickle cell disease, which impose a heavy burden on families and the healthcare system.

Dr Agyeman emphasised that despite the expedited passage, the Minority is only calling for a more transparent financing model, cautioning that without adequate budgetary allocation or innovative funding streams, the programme’s implementation could falter.

Source: myjoyonline

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In an interview with Kumasi-based OTEC FM, Dr. Agyemang emphasized that the training will equip Ghanaian youth with essential life-saving skills to respond to emergencies.

He cited recent cases of deaths, including the stabbing of Nana Pooley, a die-hard Kumasi Asante Kotoko fan, during a football game.

Referring to how the situation was handled at Nsoatre in the Bono Region, he noted that individuals with basic CPR skills could have potentially saved him.

He added that this initiative will empower young people to respond effectively in emergency situations, ultimately saving lives.

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