Editorial
Christian Atsu, rest in perfect peace!
Hundreds from all walks of life trooped in to show solidarity during the funeral and burial of Christian Atsu who was peacefully laid to rest yesterday.
What was beautiful about the whole event was the presence of all kinds of people from all nooks and crannies.
They included top government officials such as President Akufo-Addo and the Minister of Youth and Sports. Others included some members of the Diplomatic Corps and other officials.
The funeral attracted current and former footballers, sportsmen and women as well as some Ghanaians and non-Ghanaians.
This was not surprising because the late football star dedicated his life to serving humanity. He was not only interested in addressing the needs of his family members, but also attended to people who were in need of assistance.
He could have committed himself to serving the interests of his family alone. However, he had a big heart for all people who were in need.
Christian Atsu did all he could to serve the interests of humanity, which explains why his name is written in gold in the hearts of Ghanaians and non-Ghanaians alike.
The presence of President Akufo-Addo and other government officials showed that they had great respect for the football star and his family. This truth is not far-fetched.
Many football enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts were all willing to be associated with the event.
It goes to show that any little good work we carry out in this world, will always be remembered. This is a lesson that must be followed by humanity all.
A healthy and strong player of the calibre of Christian Atsu should not have ended abruptly the way it did. However, it is difficult to understand why such sad things occur.
We take comfort from God, who created heaven and earth and all the things in them.
At the same time, The Spectator wishes to comfort his immediate and entire family. They should continue to put their trust in God.
The family should be proud that they have been able to produce a kind-hearted person like Christian Atsu who came into this world to serve humanity.
The entire country is sad, but we believe strongly that the works he did on earth will not be in vain.
Like all departed souls, we ask for God’s grace and mercy for him.
May the Almighty God grant him peace and receive him into His bosom.
Christian Atsu, rest in perfect peace. We will always love and remember you.
Editorial
ECG PowerApp: A mixed bag of technical issues, uncredited payment concerns
Dear Editor,
On February 18, 2020, the former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, launched the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) PowerApp, a mobile application designed in-house by staff of ECG.
It was to improve its service delivery to its customers.
The development of the app also meant that customers of ECG would now have the opportunity to purchase power and pay bills using their mobile phones.
That means customers of ECG would no longer have to join long queues to purchase power, but could now do that at their own convenience and in the comfort of their homes.
According to the Communication Officer, the PowerApp has increased annual revenue growth for the company.
He said as of April 2024, the new application system had increased its annual revenue growth by 128 per cent as compared to the old system at negative seven per cent.
Despite these reasons for which the app was developed and the benefits it has brought to ECG, there have been growing concerns among a section of the public on its use.
Some have argued that they were not credited after using the app to recharge their prepaid meter while the money was deducted from their MoMo accounts.
Such experience has made some customers vow not use the app to recharge their prepaid meters but rather go to prepaid vendors nearby to purchase credit. Some are even prepared to travel to far places to purchase prepaid credits.
I think such experience does not speak well of ECG because it could affect public trust in the company in its service delivery. This is the more reason why the ECG has to take the concerns raised by its customers seriously.
Kofi Bruce,
Mampong
Editorial
Our women can deliver
Dear Editor,
I write to congratulate the women that have so far caught the attention of President John Dramani Mahama for ministerial appointment.
So far, over 10 women have been vetted already and they all gave a very good account of themselves and I hope that they perform to the best of their abilities.
This is a good sign from President Mahama who demonstrated a strong resolve to provide an enabling environment for the women to be part of decision making by choosing a woman as his Vice President.
And true to his word, a number of women have been appointed in ministerial positions and others as presidential staffers.
I believe the other appointments to come would also have women making the cut.
This would be a morale booster for the young women out there who thinks that their position is the kitchen or in a man’s house as a wife.
This is a clear case of women given the urge to aim to rise above what society and traditional norms have set for them. I wish them well.
Maame Atta,
Kokompe
