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EWC donates educational materials to students in Accra
The Empowerment Worship Centre (EWC) has donated educational materials valued at more than GH¢200,000 to students in Accra.
The items included bags, shoes, books, pencil, pens, erasers, crayons, mathematical sets, and uniforms.
The donation, which was through its charity organisation, Empowerment Care Foundation is expected to benefit more than 12,000 students.
The donation was undertaken in addition to free health screening and medical care for adults and children with about GH¢80,000 worth of medication dispensed.
Dubbed ‘LIFE CHECK 23’, the exercise was aimed at improving the quality of life for the under-privileged in the various communities including Spintex, Dzorwulu, Abelenkpe, Achimota, Nima, Mamobi, Pig Farm, and Sabon Zango.
Global Lead Pastor of EWC, Prophet Gideon Danso said LIFE CHECK 2023 aligned with the church’s mission to create positive change by touching lives and improving the quality of life for the underprivileged.
He noted that the Empowerment Care Foundation had implemented various programmes since its inception in 2014 focusing on healthcare, education and other transformative initiatives.
“We are leading the way and focusing on the church’s primary assignment which is touching lives, making a difference, feeding the poor and giving back to the under-privileged. We want to be a channel of blessing, a bridge of hope, and a connection to touch the lives of people,” he said.
He stated that, through partnerships with medical professionals, LIFE CHECK 23 provided free health check-ups and treatments to those who could not afford proper healthcare in the communities.
According to him, about 128 Hepatitis B vaccinations were administered, 2118 Medical, Dental and Eye cases were resolved including six surgical cases, and 68 units of blood were donated.
Also he stated that, over 1556 people were registered onto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
“LIFE CHECK’s annual medical support initiative has enhanced the overall well-being of our community’s underserved population.
It provides a free and accessible medical platform, equipped with highly skilled healthcare professionals who provide essential primary care and preventive services,” Prophet Danso stated.
In addition to the supplies, he said, more than 6,000 Bibles were also distributed adding that “EWC believes that these initiatives have the potential to create a ripple effect, manifesting positive change in our community for generations to come.”
By Claude Nyarko Adams
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Gomoa West: NPP, NDC supporters clash over commissioning of DRIP equipment
Supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) on Monday morning clashed over the commissioning of machinery for the District Road Infrastructure Project in the Gomoa West District of the Central Region.
According to Citi News sources, the conflict began when NDC supporters questioned the decision to display images of Bismark Basie Nkum, the NPP’s Gomoa West parliamentary candidate on the DRIP machinery.
This disagreement quickly escalated, almost leading to a physical altercation between the two groups.
Baisie Nkum, who doubles as the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Gomoa West, further claimed that the Member of Parliament for the area, Richard Gyan Mensah, brandished a pistol and issued threats against the NPP’s local leadership.
A viral video circulating on social media captured the DCE accusing MP Richard Gyan Mensah of pulling out a gun and threatening NPP supporters during the heated incident.
Source: Citinewsroom.com
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Why should you resist calls for forensic audit? – Alan quizzes EC
Founder of Moment for Change, Alan Kyerematen, has advised the Electoral Commission (EC) to address concerns identified by political parties ahead of the December elections.
According to him, the commission has the mandate to conduct free and fair elections and must ensure that all stakeholders trust the system. If concerns are raised about the process, he said the EC should work to clear any doubts in the minds of the people.
His comments were in response to whether the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) request for a forensic audit of the register.
Mr. Kyerematen stated that the NDC, being a major stakeholder, has pointed out certain discrepancies. Therefore, the EC has the responsibility to prove that it is committed to running a free and fair election.
Speaking on JoyNews’ News Desk on September 16, he said “For the sake of ensuring the integrity of the elections, to respond to the specific cases that have been identified about irregularities in the voters’ register.
“It only goes to enhance the credibility of the commission. Yes. It [ forensic audit] has to be. I am not sure why there should be a resistance to that. Because, yes the Electoral Commission has indicated that they have responded to those comments.
“But we have to put all reasonable doubt. There is a need to have a credible voters register. So if there is an indication that there is still doubt associated with the electoral register, then let us allow an extensive comprehensive audit, which can be done without any difficulty,” he said.
The presidential aspirants said this would help improve perception about the credibility of the EC.
Mr Kyerematen said although the EC has an incredible track record in Africa, there is a need to ensure that their reputation remains intact.
Additionally, he said the election management body has the responsibility to prove that the electoral register is clean and has no basis for complaints.
“It is only through an audit that this could happen.” he said.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
