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AHISCO Centenary launch: Dr Bawumia hails impact of free SHS
• Dr Mahamud Bawumia interracting with a student of Accra High School
The Vice President Dr Mahamud Bawumia has reiterated government’s commitment to deliver on the promise of Free Senior High School which, he said, “continues to record high enrolment,” especially of girls.
He said that the policy had brought “great relief to parents” and was helping to ensure gender parity between boys and girls in secondary schools across the country.
Speaking at the launch of the centenary celebrations of Accra High School (AHISCO) last Saturday in Accra, he called on citizens to support various government initiatives and projects meant to ensure “economic transformation,” indicating that the New Patriotic Party administration was “focused on building a new economy in spite of challenges.”
Reflecting on the theme of the anniversary, “The state of education, The school and the future,” Dr Bawumia said the centenary celebrations should be “a time to open a new chapter.”
He, therefore, urged the board, management, staff and old students to help “take the school to the next level,” adding that government would “forever remain a great partner of AHISCO in any pursuit.”
Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, the Minister of Education, in his address, also maintained that the educational system was on the “right track in spite of challenges, and that the Free SHS policy was not a political gimmick.”
“Free SHS is not an end in itself; it is a means to the total transformation of our nation, Ghana. That is why those of use given the opportunity by the President to handle the education sector approach our work with passion,” he said.
He praised the school for the progress it had made over the years and pledged his support to the administration towards improving the infrastructure of the school.
“Even in the midst of challenges, we do not lose focus of the fact that we need to make Junior High Schools part of the secondary education system and help prepare students adequately for higher education,” he said.
Ms Evlyn Nabia, the Headmistress of AHISCO, also appealed to the government to provide the needed facilities to ensure “smooth take off” of the boarding status granted the school recently.
Acknowledging founding fathers and stakeholders for their support, she said the school, among other things, “needed general renovation of all structures, provision of more staff accommodation and the completion of a 12-unit classroom block which was started in 2019.”
She noted that the school had lost some of its facilities to sister institutions hence the need to upgrade existing structures and provide new ones, befitting an institution which had been made significant impact for the past decades.
The Centenary would begin in November, 2022, with a school fun fair and homecoming for old students and would be climaxed on November 19, 2023. Activities lined up include carol service, centenary lectures, workshop, revival, fundraising, sports, health walk, and candle light procession.
By Ernest Nutsugah
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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.
