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NDC directs Minority caucus in Parliament not to approve any of the new ministerial nominees
The opposition, National Democractic Congress(NDC) has directed it’s Members of Parliament not to take part in the vetting of newly appointed ministers by Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
In a press release dated February 19, signed by secretary Fiifi Kwetey, the party explained that the decision is aimed at pushing for the reduction in the size of the current government.
The NDC stated that, the party together with other civil society organisations have on numerous occasions expressed concern over government’s size but the President has yet to act on the calls for a reduction.
“The leadership of the NDC, has, against this backdrop, directed the Minority caucus in Parliament not to approve any of the new ministerial nominees and to further push for a reduction in the size of government with a view to reducing the needless drain on scarce public resources.”
“In this moment of haircuts, the most important thing the government can do is to do a “governmental haircut”. Our directive to the Minority in Parliament, we believe strongly aligns with the genuine sentiments of most Ghanaians. Enough is enough,” the statement stated.
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, announced that President Akufo-Addo had nominated the Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa, K.T Hammond as the Minister for Trade and Industry with the Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, Dr. Stephen Amoah serving as his deputy.
The Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Bryan Acheampong was also appointed as the Minister for Food and Agriculture.
Stephen Asamoah Boateng was appointed as the Minister for Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs among others subject to the vetting and approval of Parliament.
The Appointments Committee of Parliament scheduled today, Monday and Tuesday to consider and approve the nominations of the President.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Zetahir missions in UK, Germany support Lehim Foundation
The Zetahir Mission Abroad, UK Chapter, in collaboration with Zetahir Abroad, Germany, has donated items to support the Lehim Foundation.
The donation was made as part of efforts to support the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Zetahir Mission which was launched on January 26, 2025.
The group led by Mr Nanabanyin Arthur, presented the items which included clothes, shoes and other farm items to the foundation.
The Zetahir Mission is a mission from God through His Holy Angels with Holy Prophetess Lehem (PBUH) as a channel and is the bearer of the truth that is to set mankind truly free.
Lehim Foundation was set to perpetualise the contemporary actions and philosophy of the founder of Zetahir Mission, Holy Prophetess Lehem (PBUH) to transform mankind into God’s instrument for the betterment of the Universe.
The foundation was also established to teach people to live peacefully with others and nature to achieve their full potential and contribute to the progress of humanity and the sustainability of the universe.
Mr Arthur indicated that they have been observing the laudable efforts of the foundation and felt the need to support the good work it was doing.
On behalf of the founder of the foundation, Dr Francis Akwetey and Ms Irene Rashida Wutsika thanked the group for the kind gesture and asked for God’s blessings upon them.
They hoped that the items will go a long way to help the needy in the community and appealed to other groups to emulate this gesture
By Spectator Reporter
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17 graduate from D’KAI Caregiving Training School
Seventeen students graduated from the D’KAI Caregiving and Home Care Training School over the weekend at the Faith Presbyterian Church in Accra.
As part of the event, the school’s building was unveiled by Nii Abosey Okai III.
The graduands were awarded with certificates and testimonials.
Founder of the school, Dorcas Oblikai Adomako, said the school was committed to transforming the caregiving industry locally by offering quality services.
According to her, they will produce quality professionals by using the latest caregiving technologies to train them.
Mr Charles Noble Quainoo, Ghana TVET Service, Greater Accra Region, said unemployment was on the rise and this initiative could reduce the unemployment problem.
He lauded the initiative and urged the youth to take advantage of it.
D’KAI Caregiving and Home Care Training School is a non-profit firm, registered with the Registrar General’s Department, licensed under the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection.
It is accredited by NVTI, National Vocational Institute (CTVET) and Commission for Technical Vocational and Educational Training.
By Lizzy Okai
