Venezuelan President Appears in U.S. Court After Arrest on Drug Charge

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NEW YORK — Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has appeared before a United States federal court following his recent arrest and extradition, according to reports from international media outlets. Maduro was transported under heavy security to a federal courthouse in New York for an initial court appearance. The development marks a rare and significant moment in international criminal proceedings involving a sitting head of state. Background to the Case U.S. prosecutors accuse Maduro of involvement in drug trafficking and related criminal conspiracies. The charges stem from indictments first announced several years ago, alleging that senior Venezuelan officials participated in large-scale cocaine trafficking operations targeting the United States and other international destinations. The case had remained inactive due to Maduro’s position in power and the lack of extradition until his reported arrest. Court Proceedings During the initial appearance, procedural matters wer...
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Teacher Licensure Exams to Be Abolished by August 30, 2025 – Education Ministry Announces Major Shift

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Kumasi, Ghana – In a significant policy reversal, the Ministry of Education has instructed the National Teaching Council (NTC) to abolish the Teacher Licensure Examinations by August 30, 2025. This directive signals a fundamental shift in how Ghana will assess the qualifications of its educators, moving away from standardized tests towards a more holistic evaluation.


The announcement was made by Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu during the inauguration of the new governing board of the NTC on Tuesday, July 15. The Minister stated that this decision is part of broader reforms aimed at introducing a new framework for assessing teacher qualifications. This new framework will place greater emphasis on academic training and practical fieldwork, ensuring that future teachers are not only theoretically sound but also possess strong practical classroom skills.


The last of the Teacher Licensure Exams must be concluded not later than August 30," Minister Iddrisu emphasized. He also announced a final opportunity for candidates who have previously failed the licensure exams to re-sit them before the phase-out takes full effect. "If there is a final opportunity for those who sat and couldn’t make it, that process should not go beyond August 30," he reiterated.


The Teacher Licensure Examinations were introduced with the aim of professionalizing the teaching service and ensuring a consistent standard among educators. However, they have faced criticism regarding their relevance and accessibility, with some stakeholders arguing that they did not fully capture the breadth of skills and knowledge required for effective teaching.

This new directive suggests a move towards a competency-based assessment system that integrates rigorous academic coursework with practical teaching experience. While specific details of the new qualification framework are yet to be fully outlined by the NTC, the Ministry's announcement marks a pivotal moment for teacher education and professional development in Ghana. Educators and aspiring teachers will now look to the NTC for guidance on the new pathways to certification and licensure.


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