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Dzelukope celebrates mini Hogbe From Lawrence Vomafa-Akpalu – Dzelukope
A section of the youth in their cultural wear at the Mini Hogbe za
Culture and tradition were given an elevation on Saturday when the chiefs and people of Dzelukope in the Keta Municipality of the Volta Region celebrated this year’s Mini Hogbetsotso Za (festival).
The ‘Mini Hogbe’as it’s popularly known, is celebrated as a prelude to the main Hogbetsotso Za slated for today at Anloga.
It serves as a dressed rehearsal for the main event and rotates from one paramountcy to another among the 36 Anlo communities.
The almost eight-hour programme was intersperse with cultural drumming and dancing from the Africa-Africa cultural troop, the Asafo women, Volcano group, the Anyako Asafo group with the Keta Senior High School brass band providing music.
It attracted dignitaries including Nana Adu Gyamfi Ampem II, Asante Akyem Agogo Amantise Hene, the former Member of Parliament of Keta, Awoamezitor Dan Abodakpi and Mr Sylvester Mensah who represented the former President John Dramani Mahama.
Togbui Dzelu IV, the host and chairman of the Local Planning Community commended the people for turning out in their numbers, an act he explained would engrave the areas name in the history books.
The Awadada of Anlo, Togbui Agbesu Awusu II, said the theme signified that Dzelukope was ready to facilitate its local development through its cultural heritage despite its differences and challenges.
He called for reconciliation among the chiefs to promote unity and peace for the socio-economic development of the area.
The occasion was also used to raise funds for the construction of a library complex for the area.
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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.
