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NDC demands speedy prosecution of NPP members who invaded UTV studio
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is calling for a speedy prosecution of 16 New Patriotic Party members who stormed the studio of UTV on Saturday, October 7, 2023, and disrupted a live programme.
The arrests were made following a complaint by the Despite Media Group and the Ministry of Information that certain people had invaded the studio of UTV.
Speaking on Eyewitness News on Citi FM, Amos Blessing Amorse, the NDC’s Greater Accra deputy youth organizer, called on the Regional Police Command to brief the public on the arrests and the steps being taken to apprehend the other suspects who evaded arrest on the day.
Mr. Amorse referenced the arrest of a former NDC communicator who was apprehended and convicted for verbally and physically assaulting a presenter at Dagbon FM in the Northern Region in May 2023.
He admonished the police to apply the same urgency in dealing with the 16 suspects who have been arrested for storming UTV’s studios.
“What we are requesting of the Regional Police Command is an update on the arrests made so far and the steps they have taken to prosecute the individuals who were arrested and those who could not be arrested. We also want to know the steps they are taking to apprehend them,” Mr. Amorse said.
“You will recall that in May this year, two gentlemen stormed the studios of Dagbon FM and did a similar thing as the NPP thugs did in the studios of UTV. The gentlemen were apprehended on May 8 and by May 11, they were put before the court and convicted. The court fined them GH¢3,600. So what we are saying is that if someone did that and the police speedily apprehended the person and the law dealt with the person, then our colleagues from the NPP should also be dealt with speedily.”
Source: Citinewsroom.com
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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.
