Editorial
Building strong, formidable nation
Nation-Building is a very difficult task, but when all hands are brought on board, the task becomes easy to achieve, even though it may involve some strenuous efforts.
As a country, Ghana needs the support of all to be able to build a strong nation that will compete with the rest of the world. Global competition is not a joke, but when everybody puts in a strong effort, the purpose will be attainable no matter the difficulties encountered.
Strong nations the world over did not emerge overnight. Some of them went through very difficult times, but today they have been able to make it because of the effort they put in even when times were extremely difficult.
Difficult situations make it possible for all citizens to think about new strategies to overcome their problems. This becomes possible when the entire nation agrees to put all efforts together to attain the national goal. The national goal centres on high productivity in all sectors of the economy.
The implication is that Ghanaians must also reflect on ways of ensuring high productivity in all sectors of the economy. This can be possible when we all put our efforts together and encourage one another to overcome the difficulties being faced today.
The difficulties being encountered are terribly irritating because economic conditions are unbearable everywhere. It is this situation that must encourage each and every Ghanaian not to lose hope but stand firm so that together we can make some progress and overcome the challenges ahead of us.
Nation-building, as has been pointed out, is a difficult task because some of the citizens will not put in their best when problems emerge. At the same time, many others can easily lose hope and allow themselves to be overwhelmed by the prevailing difficulties.
However, we encourage each and every person in this country to note that whatever difficulty we are going through can be overcome when we stand firm and support each other instead of encouraging vicious attacks against one another.
Vicious attacks can only worsen matters today and make the future look bleak. If the future is to look bright to the satisfaction of all, then we need to put our heads together and perform every assignment with zeal.
This is possible, so everyone must work toward it. We, therefore, call on the government to do what it can, as well as individuals, organised labour and Ghanaians in general, to play their part as patriotic citizens and support the national developmental agenda.
Do Ghanaians want to rest where they are at the moment or prefer to work harder and establish better lives for themselves? It is strongly believed that Ghanaians are determined people who would want to achieve greater laurels no matter the challenges involved.
It is for these reasons that we call on everybody in all sectors of the economy to refrain from vicious remarks and rather encourage one another in all sincerity and honesty to make the country increase productivity.
When things are done in this way, the sky will be the limit as far as building a strong and formidable nation is concerned, so may God help us all to achieve our national dream.
Editorial
Free sanitary pads distribution a game-changer
Dear Editor,
I wish to use your medium to commend the government of John Dramani Mahama for implementing the bold government policy to provide sanitary pads free of charge for girls.
The National Sanitary Pad Distribution Programme is one that will end the trend where young girls miss school during their menstruation periods because their parents cannot afford sanitary pads.
This is a clear interpretation of the president’s call to create and share the national resources.
The use of sanitary pads is seen in certain quarters as a preserve for the well-to-do in society. In some societies, it is pathetic seeing girls of menstruation age use old-fashioned methods to manage it.
For health and safety reasons, it is important to make sure that our girls are provided with decent material to manage their flows in comfortable and convenient ways.
The project marks an end to the era where mothers provide their daughters with cloth and tissue.
Without doubt, buying sanitary pads for two or three daughters or female relations staying with you can be very challenging sometimes due to the harsh economic conditions.
But this policy is a game-changer. What it means is that the cost has been taken by government.
For some of us parents, it is one of the ways to directly enjoy the little taxes we pay. I say well done to the government and hope that more of such social interventions would be rolled out to make life comfortable for the ordinary Ghanaian.
Lady Akushika,
Amanfrom
Editorial
Shedding light on Camara, a growing but overlooked suburb in Dansoman
Dear Editor,
I write to use your respected platform to bring attention to Camara, a small but growing suburb tucked within the Dansoman area of Accra.
For many, the name ‘Camara’ may not ring a bell and that is exactly the problem.
Though we are part of the vibrant Dansoman community, Camara is often forgotten when it comes to development, infrastructure, and public services.
This is a neighbourhood filled with potential: families, students, small businesses, and workers who contribute daily to Accra’s social and economic life.
Yet our roads remain untarred, streetlights and public facilities are few.
Security has become a growing concern, especially in the poorly lit areas.
Making Camara known is not about gaining attention for its own sake. It is about ensuring that we benefit from the development efforts enjoyed by other townships.
We need Proper street naming and signage to officially recognize the area, inclusion in municipal development plans, installation of streetlights and improved security patrols, road infrastructure and sanitation improvements, opportunities for youth engagement and education.
We deserve to be seen, heard, and supported. I appeal to urban planners, and the wider community to recognize Camara as part of the future of Dansoman.
Eugene Ampiaw,
Camara
