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New SP: Investigate ex-President Mahama !!!
Ghana’s brand new Special Prosecutor (SP), Mr Kissi Agyebeng, describes corruption as” a pandemic” and some Ghanaians readily agree with him.
In tackling ‘corruption pandemic’ in Ghana, however, the expectation of many Ghanaians is that, the new SP begins from the very top.
For me, the new SP must not ‘beat about the bush’ at all. He must quickly investigate ex-President Dramani Mahama over the “seeming darkness” surrounding the nameless Government Official 1, in the global scandalous Airbus saga.
It must be noted that the former SP, Mr Martin Amidu, threw an “appetising bait” at ex-President Mahama, over the Airbus saga but he apparently ‘refused’ to ‘ lick’ the ‘bait’ and allowed the hook, the line and the sinker to ‘float’ in despair.
In a statement issued on November 9, 2020, Mr Amidu challenged ex-President Mahama to “man-up, wise-up and be bold and brave enough” to voluntarily visit the Office of the Special Prosecutor with two lawyers of his choice to be cautioned and interrogated to demonstrate his valour and wisdom as not being the elected Government Official 1.
And also, as not being the first guarantor to Mr. Samuel Adam Mahama’s forged passport application.
Mr Amidu had earlier confirmed in a statement to President Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo, that the elected Government Official 1, was no other person than former President Mahama himself.
The words; stupid, stupidity, coward and cowardice were ringing bells in the statement used by Mr Mahama to address the SP, for confirming him as the elected Government Official 1 in the Airbus scandal.
The infamous Airbus files revealed that between 2009 and 2015, an Airbus subsidiary specialising in the defence sectors, hired the brother of a high-ranking Ghanaian elected official, as well as a friend of the said brother and a third person to serve as commercial partners in the sale of three military transport aircraft to Ghana.
Reports indicated that Airbus knew that the middlemen had no previous experience in international trade or the arms industry, but knew of the family ties between one of the middlemen and the member of the government and was keen to take advantage of them.
According to American and British records, Airbus dangled commissions or ‘bribes’ of nearly five (5) million Euros in front of the middlemen.
Philip Middlemiss, Leanne Davis and ex-President Mahama’s brother, Samuel Adam Mahama are suspected to have acted as intermediaries between Airbus and former President Mahama himself.
Critics of former President Mahama are still accusing him of having links to a corrupt network in the case of kickbacks in the contract for the sale of Airbus military equipment to the Republic of Ghana.
By the end of March 2020, Mr Amidu found the corruption suspicions against ex-President Mahama credible enough to open an investigation into the case. He, therefore, announced that he would summon four ‘suspects’.
Mr Amidu wanted to hear from Philip Middlemiss and his collaborators; Sarah Furneaux as well as Leanne Davis and Samuel Adam Mahama. All the four have British nationality.
Curiously, former President Mahama, however, made the fight against corruption, the “central pillar” of his political programme to return to power in the 2020 electioneering.
When the Airbus scandal broke in 2014, ex-President Mahama reportedly said: “Corruption amounts to mass murder, because it deprives government the resources to address basic needs of the people.”
The fact of the matter, however, is that European aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, is alleged to have bribed Ghanaian government officials during the purchase of three aircraft for the Ghana Armed Forces.
Even though some records attempt to hide the names of the suspected bribe-takers , the elements they contain clearly identify some of the players.
For instance, according to court records, the middlemen established a company in Ghana on the 7th December 2009 and that a company with the same name, was established in the United Kingdom in February, the following year.
In September 2011, an external audit commissioned by Airbus revealed that one of the middlemen was clearly very close to a very key member of the Government of Ghana.
Analysts say, the fragmented disclosures are enough for Ghana’s justice system to decide to open investigation into the scandal.
So, Mr new SP, over to you. Your predecessor initiated the move, so dust the files and quickly open investigation into the scandal.
After all, ex-President Mahama had already assured that he would appear before the OSP to assist in the investigation, if the SP has evidence to suggest that he (Mahama) is complicit in the shameful scandal.
Mr new SP, really, this is a test case for you.
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Preventing the brain’s melting point with BOS
The human brain is a complex and delicate organ, susceptible to damage from various factors, including extreme temperatures.
The brain’s melting point, also known as the temperature threshold beyond which brain tissue begins to degrade, is a critical concern for individuals seeking to maintain optimal cognitive function.
Fortunately, the Brain Operating System (BOS) offers a revolutionary solution to prevent the brain’s melting point.
Understanding the brain’s melting point
The brain’s melting point refers to the temperature threshold beyond which brain tissue begins to degrade, leading to irreversible damage.
This temperature threshold varies depending on individual factors, such as age, health, and environmental conditions. However, research suggests that the brain’s melting point is approximately 104°F (40°C) to 107°F (42°C).
The role of BOS in preventing the brain’s melting point
BOS, a cutting-edge technology, plays a crucial role in preventing the brain’s melting point. By leveraging advanced neural interfaces and artificial intelligence, BOS monitors and regulates brain temperature, ensuring that it remains within a safe range.
How BOS prevents the brain’s melting point
BOS prevents the brain’s melting point through several mechanisms:
1. Temperature regulation: BOS continuously monitors brain temperature, adjusting neural activity to maintain a stable temperature.
2. Heat dissipation: BOS enhances heat dissipation through increased blood flow and sweating.
3. Neuro protection: BOS protects neurons from heat-induced damage.
Benefits of BOS in preventing the brain’s melting point
The benefits of BOS in preventing the brain’s melting point are numerous:
1. Prevents brain damage: BOS prevents brain damage caused by excessive heat.
2. Maintains cognitive function: BOS ensures optimal cognitive function by maintaining stable brain temperature.
3. Enhances brain resilience: BOS enhances brain resilience to temperature fluctuations.
Real-World applications of BOS
BOS has various real-world applications:
1. High-performance computing: BOS enables high-performance computing by maintaining optimal brain temperature.
2. Medical applications: BOS has medical applications, such as treating heat-related illnesses.
3. Space exploration: BOS is crucial for space exploration, where extreme temperatures pose a significant risk.
Conclusion
BOS is a revolutionary technology that prevents the brain’s melting point, ensuring optimal cognitive function and overall well-being. By leveraging advanced neural interfaces and artificial intelligence, BOS monitors and regulates brain temperature, protecting against heat-related damage.
Glossary:
1. BOS: Brain Operating System.
2. Brain’s melting point: Temperature threshold beyond which brain tissue begins to degrade.
3. Neural interface: Connects human brain with digital devices.
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Additional resources:
1. BOS research: Explore scientific studies.
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3. Brain-computer interface communities: Join online forums.
Future directions
As BOS technology continues to evolve, we can expect:
1. Improved temperature regulation: Enhanced temperature regulation mechanisms.
2. Increased cognitive enhancement: Advanced cognitive enhancement capabilities.
3. Expanded applications: New applications in various fields.
By harnessing the power of BOS, individuals can safeguard their brain health and maintain optimal cognitive function, even in extreme environments.
By Robert Ekow Grimmond-Thompson
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Lotto wahala and Tuobodom palaver
In Sikaman lotto is not a game. It is a profession, a noble career which people aspire to. It is the highest paying profession after armed robbery and the most widespread job on this side of the Atlantic.
In places like China, lotto is a disease that has no cure. Once you are infected, no doctor on earth can cure you. May be Kofi Larteh, Ghana’s most celebrated magician, can help ease the symptoms, but no definitive cure will be forthcoming.
Coming back to Sikaman, lotto has been the financial messiah of many. That is how people look after their large families, pay school fees, marry two wives and do their own ‘monkey things.’
If you are very poor and you win a lottery, chances are that you will die before you even collect the money. You’ll die out of excitement or you’ll start day-dreaming in the streets and an articulated truck will hit you.
As such, very heavy wins are not recommended for poor people, lest they get listed too soon in the obituary columns.
The sad story is told of a heavy-duty caterpillar driver who had a very heavy lotto windfall of several millions, his first big win after several years.
CATERPILLAR
He was driving the caterpillar home when he saw his son running towards him, shouting. “All your numbers have dropped! All your numbers have dropped! He could not believe his ears.
All the four numbers he had staked had dropped and his son, who had gone to stake them for him, was himself over-excited. The poor caterpillar man just could not handle the good news. He suddenly stepped on the brakes and the caterpillar jolted him a trifle too violently, throwing him off. He landed right in front of the still moving heavy-duty machine and it crushed him flat.
I don’t think the bloke would have died if he had won a smaller amount. Sometimes too much cash is not good for the health.
Seldom, people get too confident and that can also result in a wake-keeping, like that of a man who used his lifetime savings and borrowed extra money to crack the machine with a two-sure that the compiler must compulsory drop or the world will end.
Even the shadows of the numbers or their counterparts were nowhere near the winning numbers. His shock-absorbers crumbled under the weight of the heavy disappointment. He crashed to the floor and started foaming at the mouth. He was declared dead on arrival at the nearest clinic.
WINDFALL
Recently, there was a countrywide lotto windfall, and in Kumasi it was more than a festival. Most stakers had between ¢30m and ¢40 million on two-sure that the lotto magicians had predicted at least three weeks earlier,
Kejetia chop bars were besieged with overnight millionaires, carrying huge appetites induced by Opeimu Bitters popularly called Opeimu Peters. All the meat and mudfish got sold out within an hour and procurement agents had to double up to restock.
While some were celebrating, others were weeping and gnashing teeth. The problem was that, three weeks beforehand, the two sure numbers were declared by all the lotto sorcerers, dreamers, magicians, tellers and all the self-appointed and self-promoted forecasters.
Everybody including 10-year-olds, who staked and lost. The following week, they were advised to continue staking. The faithful did continue but the faithless stopped. All of them lost. In the third week or so, a good number of confident stakers had lost faith in the two numbers. That was when the number landed.
So the windfall was for only those who had the unshakeable faith in the numbers. See what faith can do? It can move dollars. Don’t waver, so saith the holy scriptures.
The faithless indeed gnashed teeth. The winners on the other hand celebrated with a song that is as controversial as the business of lotto. It is a song played by the group called Nkasei and has something to do with a town in the Brong Ahafo Region called Tuobodom whose capital we hear is Jinijini.
I hear it is a derogatory song and the queen mother of Tuobodom got charged and breathed out electric current during her protest on air. She allegedly ended up demanding a mobile phone from Nkasei so that she could communicate with them to settle the matter peacefully, lest wahala.
Well, the song is rising up the charts and Nkasei are making the dough, but should it be at the expense of a whole townsfolk, their forebears and generations to come?
WATERPROOF
Waterproof, the famous comedian, was allegedly given hefty slaps at the Kumasi rail station by some Frafra jingoists who felt he was deriding their tribe. And Bob Okala had to run with his tail between his legs when he was confronted and realised that slaps were going to be visited on his lean face.
Let’s not use words and lyrics to cause discomfort to others.
This article was first published on Saturday July 9, 2005
