The Ghana Education Service (GES) has clarified that schools within the Greater Accra Region will not close down on Thursday and Friday.
This follows the announcement of a new date for the closure of shops, offices and schools ahead of the funeral rites of the late Ga Manye, Naa Dede Omardru III.

In a statement signed by the Acting Director of Education for the Greater Accra Region, GES said the attention of all heads and teachers in the various Metro, Municipal and District Education Directorate must be drawn to the new development.
Meanwhile, the Ga Traditional Council is bustling with preparations for the upcoming funeral rites of the Ga Manye, Naa Dedei Omaedru III.
At the traditional seat in Kaneshie on Thursday, there were elaborate arrangements underway. The palace grounds were still being meticulously prepared for the grand funeral, with the installation of giant speakers and public address systems.
The exterior and interior perimeters of the palace had been adorned with red and black satin, creating a solemn yet elegant atmosphere.
A central canopy was erected, serving as a focal point for the public to view the revered Queenmother's remains.
A significant police presence was deployed to the area, with some officers stationed outside the palace to maintain order, while others were positioned within to provide additional security.
One notable aspect of the preparation is the implementation of a curfew.
Sylvester Parker-Allotey, the Chief of Protocol and Communications for the Ga Mantse, revealed that on Saturday, October 28, no one is expected to be seen outside after 6 p.m. within the Ga Traditional Area.
This area encompasses the Central Business District (CBD), known as Ga Mashie, and all surrounding jurisdictions.
The curfew is set to impact satellite communities, commonly referred to as "Ga rural," within the six paramountcies of the traditional council, including Sempe, Akumadjan, Gbese, Abola, Otublohum, and Asere.
In alignment with the funeral observance, shops and markets in Ga Mashie will remain closed for business from Saturday morning.
It's important to note that the one-day business closure represents a compromise from the earlier three-day closure announced by the Ga Traditional Council.
The modifications aim to strike a balance between respecting tradition and ensuring continuous economic activities within the communities.
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