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GPHA inaugurates Green Clubs
The Ghana Ports and Habours Authority (GPHA) in partnership with Coastal Conservancy Organisation (CCO) has inaugurated GPHA’s Green Clubs Association with membership drawn from 12 basic schools in Tema.
The environmental clubs are groups of students, teachers and volunteers that are committed to raising awareness about environmental issues and to reduce negative environmental impact as individuals, school community and as citizens of the world.
In a speech read on his behalf, the Director General of GPHA, Mr Michael Luguje said trees had been steadfast allies to humans, given the destructive effects of climate change, pollution and loss of biodiversity.
Mr Luguje said his expectation was that the clubs would be made up of pupils who were concerned about the environment and were committed to learning and raising awareness about environmental issues.
“Again, we expect the club to work on projects benefiting the environment like debates on the environment, awareness creation and tree planting. As a Green Club, I wish that you will make greening Tema through tree planting one of key objectives,” he told the school children.
He noted, however that, the importance of planting trees transcended beyond mere physical benefits, adding that “it is a recognition of our responsibility to the environment, a responsibility that each one of us carries, regardless of age or background.”
The Chairman of CCO, Justice Lionel Eshun stated that the Green Ghana Project initiated by President Akufo-Addo was a call on all Ghanaians to rise up to the occasion and plant more trees and nurture them.
“As of March 2023, the CCO and GPHA had planted 1,139 trees with 86 per cent growth survival rate and 1,234 as of October 2023 covering a total land area of 3, 900, 000 square metres,” he disclosed.
Mr. Eshun commended the Forestry Commission (FC) for their support and technical know-how in planting and sustaining the growth of the trees.
From Ken Afedzi, Tema
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President Mahama confers with Niger Head of State
President John Mahama continued his visit to West African states in pursuit of Ghana’s long-standing foreign policy of good neighbourliness.
On Sunday, he travelled to Niamey, Niger to hold talks with General Abdourahamane Tchiani, President of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland.
The two leaders held closed-door meetings and later an expanded bilateral meeting with their delegations in the presidential palace.
A communique issued after the engagements confirmed that discussions focused on enhanced security cooperation in the Sahel and West African region to combat terrorism, improved and unimpeded trade between the two countries, and strengthening bilateral ties.
President Tchiani raised the need for collaboration and recognition of the Alliance of Sahel States by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), with President Mahama emphasising the need for greater collaboration to fight terrorism, which threatens not only the Sahel region but also countries further down towards the coast.
Mr Mahama used the occasion to thank his Nigerien counterpart for sending a delegation to his inauguration on January 7, 2025, noting that Ghana and Niger have for many decades cooperated in the areas of trade as Ghana imports many agricultural products from Niger.
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Stonebwoy’s electrifying London concert : A Story of Resilience and Triumph
London came alive as one of Ghana’s finest musical exports, Stonebwoy rocked thousands at the Up and Running Tour concert held at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
The show opened with Stonebwoy emerging in silhouette form, standing atop a riser.
The shadowed figure created an air of mystery, leaving the crowd eager to see the man behind the shape.
As the opening notes of his song “Hero” filled the venue, the lights dramatically revealed him now fully visible — wearing a striking ensemble that told a deeper story.
Stonebwoy’s attire was no accident he wore a tattered jacket, Rick Owens pants and Balenciaga footwear adorned with chains.This look wasn’t just fashion; it symbolized resilience.
The torn clothes represented the negativity, criticism, and adversity he’s faced as a visual metaphor for the attempts to tear him down.
The chains further amplified this, reflecting the weight of judgment and challenges placed upon him.
Despite it all, there he stood proud, powerful, and still standing tall as a hero for his people.
The transition into up and running set:
In a powerful shift, Stonebwoy’s second set began from the upper level of the crowd, this time dressed in pristine white.
This transition was a statement no matter how much negativity is thrown his way, no matter how hard people try to break him, he remains true to his purpose: uplifting and inspiring his fans.
His presence among the crowd symbolized his unwavering connection to the people, a reminder that his journey, his struggles, and his triumphs are all for them.
