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Sika Attipoe assures new dawn for RMU staff
An aspirant for the Staff Representative of the Regional Maritime University(RMU) has assured colleagues of a new dawn, with focus on innovative ideas to turn around their fortunes for the better.
In her manifesto to the staff on Thursday, Ms Attipoe said, “I represent a new dawn of innovation, improvement, unity, progress, teamwork, dynamism, self-awareness, empathy and catalyst that propels the university to greater heights through exceptional leadership.”
Ms Attipoe who is currently the Head, Business Development Office has worked at the University for over a decade and believes she has the right connections and networks to properly represent staff on the Board of Governors.
She would be contesting the position with Mr Felix Koney Okpoti, Assistant Lecturer, Marine Electrical and Electronics Department and Dr Stephen Afenyo Dehlor, Deputy Registrar, Academic.
Ms Attipoe added that, she stands for positive change and commitment to steer the RMU staff towards success.
“We need to empower ourselves, through creating avenues to achieve progress and be self-sustainable. We would create avenue for everyone to become a stakeholder and contribute to the growth of the university and equally benefit from such development,” she added.
She said, teamwork would be enforced under her administration as everyone must get involved to ensure progress.
The dutiful and elegant Ms Attipoe urged staff to rally behind her as she was committed to inclusivity,honesty, reliability and efficiency.
The Staff Representative would serve as the link between colleagues and Board of Governors,seeking their interest and ensuring their concerns were addressed.
The Registrar, Dr Baboucarr Njie who supervised the manifesto reading session, commended the contestants for their outstanding presentation with very innovative ideas that would serve the interest of staff.
He also commended staff for making time to ask relevant questions in their quest to get the best out of the candidates.
He said, management was ready and willing to work with any candidate eventually elected by the staff to represent them.
He acknowledged that, they were open to all suggestions and ideas from upcoming Staff Representative and ensure they were addressed accordingly.
“We would always encourage dialogue and serve the interest of everyone since we are all working towards the progress of the university,” he added.
The elections us slated for Friday, May 10.
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Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation –Pres.Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed concern over the misuse of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for personal financial gain by individuals in leadership positions.
Speaking during a meeting with Chief Executives of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on Thursday, March 13, the President directly attributed the dire state of SOEs to their leadership, accusing chief executives, management teams, and governing boards of prioritising personal enrichment over organisational efficiency.
He pointed to bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures as factors draining public funds while SOEs continue to rely on government bailouts.
“Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation by appointees. The chief executives, management, and boards of these enterprises are responsible for this situation. Some SOEs have become perennial loss-makers, draining public funds with bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures while relying on government bailouts as if entitled to them. Many of these entities are at their lowest point in the entire history of the Fourth Republic,” he said.
President Mahama further noted that many SOEs have been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and mismanagement, leading to consistent financial losses. He cited the 2023 State Ownership Report by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), which highlighted systemic inefficiencies and wasteful expenditures within these entities.
He therefore reaffirmed his commitment to reforming under-performing SOEs and ensuring they serve national interests.
He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed.
“I will assess you based on your performance. If you do not align with the pace of the reset agenda, you may be asked to step aside. If that adds to the horror movie, so be it,” he added.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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Prophet Courage Heavens set to launch ‘Predestination’ book on March 23
Prophet Courage A. Heavens is set to launch the much-awaited book titled ‘Predestination’ on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00PM.
The launch, which is expected to impact lives, will take place at Crossgates Ministries, Flattop, off N1 Highway, opposite Angel Hauz.
The book is aimed at addressing the way people struggle to understand how free will and destiny align.
It is also aimed at providing clarity on God’s sovereignty and one’s place in His divine plan.
The various chapters of the book address various issues through scriptures and personal stories.
Committed to impacting society, part of the proceeds from the book will go into Courage Heavens Education Legacy (CHEL), an educational foundation transforming lives.
CHEL is dedicated to providing financial support and mentorship to brilliant but needy students, ensuring they have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future.
Prophet Courage Heavens is a prolific writer and previously authored Eli Eli Lama Sabachthani, a powerful book that encourages unwavering faith in times of trials.
In addition, he has written seven more prophetic and life-changing books that are yet to be published.
He is dedicated to raising the next generation for impactful ministry. As the leader of Crossgates Ministries, he nurtures believers in faith and purpose.
