Editorial
Congratulation! King Charles III of Great Britain
King Charles III and Queen Camilla wave the crowd after the ceremony
Dear Editor,
The old order changeth yielding place to new. Lest one old custom should corrupt the world. God fulfils Himself in many ways. I have lived my life and that which I have done, may God Himslef make pure…But thou, if thou should not see my face again, pray for my soul” — King Arthur of Great Britain, ancient time.
It is much considered that Prince Charles’ coronation which took place on Saturday, 6th May, 2023, at Burkingham Palace, England, attracted numerous world leaders. Prominent among them were delegations from the Former British colonies of which Ghana’s President, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo, The Asantehene, King Osei Tutu II, and others were there to grace the ceremony.
By courtesy of CITI TV, viewers were able to witness the grandeous dimension of the ceremony which was not only solemn, but also with an air of mixed feelings of sadness and joyous moments.
Sadness, because Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, of blessed memory, who had immensely endeared herself to the world was no more to be accorded Britain’s National Anthem of “God Save the Queen”, but whilst in her deep eternal peaceful rest, had her son, as required by British culture and norms to be accordingly crowned King Charles III of Great Britain in her succession.
May I at this moment ask readers to join me heartily say congratulations to His Majesty King Charles III and to hereby join all the British people in singing the chorus of the new British National Anthem, “God Save the King….”
It is our earnest prayer that the new King be equally granted longer life whilst on the throne and be of great blessing not only to the people of Great Britain but the world at large.
It is also believed that Britain as well as the world will have to accord unflinching support to the New King just as he in turn will have to be fair and firm in the discharge of the onerous responsibility that lies ahead of him to ensure lasting world peace, stability and order.
Considering the wide range in age difference between King Charles III and his immediate predecessor, Queen Elizabeth II in the ascension to the sacred British Throne, let us all with one accord wish King Charles III success on the throne in the years ahead.
J.K Tetteh-Kpojie,
P.O.Box 10, Somanya, E/R.
0557672086
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
