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Andy Osei Okrah shows the way to transformational youth leadership
Mr Andy Okrah, the man of many parts
“Nothing good in life goes unnoticed”. This wise saying is attributed to those who offer selfless services to God and humanity.
So goes for Mr Andy Osei Okrah, an affable and versatile man whose professional ability and capability is appreciated by all.
He is a Public Servant, politician and former Deputy Ashanti Regional Minister, an Executive Coach, Conference Speaker, Youth Development Advocate, a Mentor and Social Entrepreneur with umblemished reputation.
Mr Okrah is again a Certified Human Resource (HR) Practitioner, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (CIHRM) Ghana, and an astute Leadership Trainer.
Having committed himself to the development of the youth and recognition of Ghanaians who have contributed in no small way to national progress, he thought it prudent to establish the Young Professionals and Youth Coalition (YPYC) Foundation in that regard to award such persons of varied professional and political background.
The YPYC is a youth development-oriented Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) with focus on transformational leadership, entrepreneurship and career development with Mr. Andy Okrah as its Founder and President as well as the Host and Convener of a National Flagship Programme “Transform Africa Conference and Africa Role Model Awards.”
Through his instrumentality, the TRANSFORM SUMMIT has for the past 14 years awarded Presidents, Kings, Statesmen and women in Ghana in particular, and Africa as a whole for their hardwork towards human resource development
Mr. Okrah has mentored and coached thousands of young and corporate leaders following his passion for youth leadership development.
He holds MBA from the University of Leicester, United Kingdom, with specialisation in Human Resource Management (HRM) and Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural Resources Management from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) during which he served as President of the Students Representative Council (SRC). Andy Okrah was the initiator/founder of the novelty KNUST SRC Hostel ie students owned hostel named after Otumfuo Osei Tutu (II) Asantehene. He is an initiator and Trustee of the KNUST-SRC Development Fund.
Mr. Andy was a former Board Chairman of the Student Loans Trust Fund (SLTF), Ghana, former Director Human Resource (HR) of the Forestry Commission, former Vice President, National Governing Council of CIHRM, former Governing Council Member of Ghana Employers Association and former Member, Board of Trustees of Head of State Award Scheme Duke of Edinburgh International Awards.
He is the author of the Books “Transformational Leadership” “Walking the Talk, “You Are A Leader and Time Tested Strategies to Unearth the Leader in You.”
Mr Okrah is a selfless and servant leader and anywhere he finds himself, it experiences total transformation.
He is married to beautiful Mrs Alice Osei Okrah, a Chartered Management Accountant and Partner of one of the Big 4 Multinational Consulting firms.
He has three beautiful daughters namely Hilary, Allison and Andrea Osei Okrah.
By Castro Zangina-Tong
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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.
