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Former Ghana forward Godwin Attram appointed coach of newly established U21

As the Ghana Football Association (GFA) takes steps to strengthen the developmental structures for youth football development, the Association has appointed Godwin Attram as the Head Coach of the newly established U21 national team.

This strategic decision aligns with Ghana’s Football Philosophy (DNA) launched in 2023, which aims at nurturing young talents and building a culture of excellence from grassroots level to the national stage.

Attram will be assisted by Nana Yaw Amankwah while Abdul Manaf Abubakar serves as the Physiotherapist for the team.

Godwin Attram’s illustrious career, as both a player and coach, has equipped him with a wealth of experience and knowledge, which he brings to the effort to re-establish Ghana as a dominant force in African Football.

As a former striker for renowned clubs such as PSV Eindhoven, Silkeborg IF, and Accra Great Olympics, Attram’s journey in the beautiful game has been very fulfilling and inspiring.

His deep understanding of the game, coupled with his passion for developing young talents, positions him favourably to lead Ghana’s U21 team to very good effect.

At the helm of Attram De Visser FC, a club he both coaches and owns, Godwin Attram has demonstrated his coaching prowess by nurturing budding talent and instilling a winning mentality within his players.

His commitment to player development and tactical innovation has made him a respected figure both domestically and internationally.

With the establishment of the U21 national team, it is anticipated that Ghana would be further positioning itself for sustained success on both the continental and global stages.

The integration of this team within the framework of the Ghana Football Philosophy underscores the nation’s dedication to holistic football development, focusing not only on winning matches but also on nurturing well-rounded individuals both on and off the pitch.

In his new role, Godwin Attram is poised to mentor and inspire Ghana’s brightest young talents, guiding them through their formative years and preparing them for the challenges that lie ahead.

With his blend of experience, expertise, and unwavering passion, Attram stands ready to lead Ghana’s youth towards a future filled with triumphs and glory on the global stage.

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GEXIM deepens relations with US EXIM Bank

A management team of the Ghana Export – Import Bank (GEXIM) led by the Acting Chief Executive, Sylvester Mensah met with the leadership of the Export–Import Bank of the United States (US EXIM) on Wednesday April 23, 2025 in Washington DC, United States of America.

The Acting President and Chairman of US EXIM, Mr. James C. Cruse and Vice President, International Relations, Ms. Isabel Galdiz received the GEXIM delegation, which included Deputy CEO for Banking, Mr. Moses Klu Mensah and Head of International Cooperation, Mr. Jonathan Christopher Koney at the headquarters of US EXIM.

The meeting offered the GEXIM team the opportunity to share the strategic direction of the Bank in line with the resetting agenda of the President of the Republic, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama for the repositioning of the Ghanaian economy into an export-led one by providing the requisite investment to Ghanaian businesses.

Mr. James C. Cruse expressed US EXIM’s eagerness to deepen its existing relations with GEXIM and proposed the signing of a new Cooperative Framework Agreement following the expiration of a Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2019 to utilize US EXIM’s medium term loan guarantees to procure machinery by GEXIM for qualified Ghanaian Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).

Mr.Sylvester Mensah thanked the Acting President and Chairman of US EXIM for hosting the GEXIM delegation and reaffirmed the Ghanaian government’s commitment to strengthening trade and investment between Ghana and its global partners for economic transformation of Ghana with GEXIM playing a pivotal role.

The two teams will be meeting on the sidelines of the 2025 US EXIM Annual Conference on 29th and April 30, 2025 to explore possible areas of collaboration and matching Ghanaian businesses to American companies. The meeting ended with an exchange of gifts.

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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