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GCTULA celebrates 1st anniversary in grand style
Vice Chancellor Prof Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa presenting a Citation to Dr.Josephine Larbi-Appau looking on members of the Association Photos Lizzy Okai
The Ghana Communication Technology University Ladies Association (GCTULA) held a spectacular durbar to commemorate its first anniversary under the theme “The Career Woman, her Home, Work, and Society” in Accra.
The university community, GCTULA members from all across the nation, both young and old, sister lady associations including Times Ladies, University of Ghana Ladies, Ghana Water Company Ladies, and others attended the event.
It was an exciting event with lots of dancing, cultural displays, cutting of ceremonial cake, musical interludes, and a poetry recital on the “Career Woman.”
The ladies danced skillfully to the melodic background tunes performed by the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) Student Choir, looking very stunning in their Unique Ladies’ Association Cloth.
The Vice Chancellor, Professor Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa, who is also the Patron of GCTULA, gave a welcome speech in which he reaffirmed the university’s commitment to fostering a supportive atmosphere and actively incorporating women in its operations in order to fully realise their potential to influence the university’s future.
The guest speaker, Dr. Josephine Larbi-Appau, urged the ladies and women in general to actively pursue their personal wellness and that of their family with strong interest while ensuring they concentrate well on the upbringing of their children.
She urged the women to conduct themselves professionally at work and refrain from bringing personal matters with them.
The Special Guest of Honour, Oheneyere Gifty Anti encouraged the ladies to be proactive and work for greater heights despite the difficulties they faced.
She advised them to successfully combine their work and personal lives in order to make meaningful contributions to society.
Earlier, Dr. Afia Nyarko Boakye, Vice President of GCTULA and chairperson of the anniversary committee, said “in just one year, the association has grown and thrived, and it’s time to commemorate this milestone with the University Community.”
The association’s motto, according to her, is “Ladies, Together We Rise.”
During the programme, Dr. Larbi-Appau and Oheneyere Gifty Anti received citations which was led by the GCTULA President, Mrs. Susan Aryee.
The Vice Patron of GCTULA, Professor Mrs Rose Mary Amenga-Etego, Dr (Mrs) Juliana Owusu Ansah, Vice Patron of GCTULA, and Mr Emmanuel Baidoo, Registrar of GCTU, all gave messages of goodwill.
By Georgina Quaittoo
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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.
