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Golden Arms present medals to NHIA boss Dr Okoe Boye
Management and members of the Golden Arms, Ghana’s national armwrestling team on Monday called on the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Bernard Okoe Boye, at the NHIA offices in Accra.
The meeting was to thank the authority for its support during the hosting of the 12th Africa Armwrestling Championship (AWC) and to present the medals won to the authority’s management.
Team Ghana emerged victorious at the continental championship, sweeping a record 132 medals, consisting of 47 gold, 55 silver and 30 bronze medals.
The event was held on June 21-24 at the GNAT Hall.
Egypt and Nigeria trailed in the second and third positions.
Welcoming the delegation, Dr Okoe Boye hailed the performance of the team at the championship, stating that it was a strong signal ahead of the Africa Games to be hosted by Ghana in 2024.
The former Member of Parliament (MP) FOR Ledzokuku Constituency lauded president and executives of the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF) for the successful organisation of the AWC.
He lauded the NHIA’s partnership with the GAF, saying, “NHIA is happy to partner any institution that promotes and encourage physical activity and healthy living.”
He said for a long time to come, NHIA will continue to support the development and promotion of armwrestling as a sport in Ghana and beyond.
The President of the Ghana and Africa Armwrestling Federations, Mr Charles Osei Asibey, also thanked Dr Okoe Boye and the NHIA for their support during the AWC, insisting that the team’s success would not have been possible without their support.
He gave the assurance that the team would not rest on its oars but keep training to remain in good shape for the Africa Games next year.
Other GAF members present were Mr Kofi Addo-Agyekum, Vice President, Mr Husseini Akuetteh Addy, Technical Director, Nii Otoo Larkyne, Coach; Edward Yamoah Asamoah, male captain; Grace Mintah, female captain and Blessed Naa Abeka Nunoo, an athlete.
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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.
