visually impaired

Visually Impaired PhD Applicant Threatens To Sue KNUST Over Revoked Admission
02 Sep

Visually Impaired PhD Applicant Threatens To Sue KNUST Over Revoked Admission

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A 34-year-old visually impaired PhD applicant, Isaac Anin Baah, is considering legal action against Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) after his admission was unexpectedly revoked without explanation. Mr Baah, who has a Master’s degree from KNUST, believes the decision may be rooted in discrimination due to his visual impairment. In an interview, he revealed that his lawyer had sent multiple letters to the university seeking an explanation, but none were answered. Mr Baah is now pursuing legal reliefs, including GH¢1 million in damages for the distress caused and the loss of scholarship opportunities. “I applied to KNUST…
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Three Visually Impaired Men Arrested For Drug Trafficking
08 Nov

Three Visually Impaired Men Arrested For Drug Trafficking

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria has made a series of significant arrests and drug seizures, totaling around N13 billion (GH₵197,432,943.37) in street value. In a recent statement by the police, it mentioned that the culprits including three visually impaired individuals were apprehended for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking. These operations took place at various locations in Lagos, highlighting the extent of the drug trade in the region. The drugs seized include 14,481,519 pills of tramadol and bottles of codeine syrup. The NDLEA Director for Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, reported the details of these operations, which…
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