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New Times Corporation observes one-week for ‘Kofigo’
![Mr, William Akpeko [left] Mrs Akpeko Wife and his Son](https://thespectatoronline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Mr-William-Akpeko-left-Mrs-Akpeko-Wife-and-his-Son.jpg)
Mr William Alou (left), Mrs Akpeko (Wife) and his Son, Abel
The management and staff of New Times Corporation (NTC) held a one-week remembrance ceremony for the late Maxwell Dodzi Akpeko.
Mr Akpeko was an Electrician with the Technical Services Department of the corporation and died on September 6 after a short illness.
Staff of the corporation (both the Ghanaian Times and the Spectator) as well as the family of the late ‘Kofigo’ as affectionately called,came together to remember him.
The Acting Managing Director of NTC, Mr Dave Agbenu described Mr Akpeko as a brother who was always in his company and shared fond memories.
“We had very good acquaintance when he joined the corporation and we could have a conversation the whole day,” he stated.
He urged the staff to take their health seriously saying the physical wellbeing of everyone was very important.
“As we are aging, we are prone to sickness and must do well to seek medical attention anytime we are sick,” he stated.
Mr Agbenu who doubles as the Editor of the Ghanaian Times newspaper said “to lose two workers suddenly is too much pain, we should take our healthcare seriously”.
In her sermon, the Acting Editor of the Spectator, Mrs Georgina Quaittoo urged the staff and family of the deceased to trust in the Lord to ‘heal their wounds.’
She said death was inevitable but when it occured, putting ones hope in God was the only way for everyone to get back to their feet.
“As we grief, we should know God is with us, get close to him and accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and personal saviour.
The Secretary of the Professional and Managerial Staff Union (PMSU), Mr Andrew Parker described the late Kofigo as a quiet person and loved to work with everyone.
He said, no one could escape death, hence the need for everyone to give their lives to Christ “so that we may be remembered in eternity”
Present were Acting Administration and Human Resource Manager, Mr Suleman Osman, Channel Marketing and Circulation Manager, Mr Alfred Koomson.
Also present at the event were the wife of the deceased, Mrs Cecilia Akpeko, son, Abel Akpeko and brother, William Alou.
The remains of the late Mr Akpeko who had worked with the corporation since December 1,1998 until his demise on September 6 2023 will be laid to rest at the La Cemetery on September 30 after burial service at his residence at Alajo, a suburb of Accra.
By Michael D. Abayateye
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Minister of Health appeals to Tamale Teaching Hospital striking doctors
The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has appealed to the striking doctors at the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) to calll off the suspension and come to the negotiation table.
However, he refused to apologise as demanded by the striking doctors.
The doctors after a meeting yesterday have withdrawn emergency services following the dismissal of the Chief Executive Officer of the hospital.
This follows an unannounced visit to the hospital by the Minister on Tuesday.
The Minister made the appeal when addressing the media in Accra on Today, April 24 2025.
According to him, dialogue is the only way out to resolve the issue, adding that he was ready collaborate with them.
“I am prepared for us to come around the table and discuss whatever we need to discuss,” Mr Akandoh said.
“My humble appeal to my wonderful medical doctors and health professionals at Tamale Teaching Hospital is that I am the first person to take care of your interests. Therefore, let’s call off the strike and let’s all regroup and strategise going forward,” he concluded.
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Health Minister donates medical equipment to Tamale Teaching Hospital, pledges commitment to reforms
The Minister for Health Kwabena Miintah Akandoh has reiterated government’s commitment to address long-standing challenges in the health sector, describing the health system as one that requires urgent reform and collective responsibility.
He made these remarks during a donation of some essential medical equipment and supplies to the Tamale Teaching Hospital on behalf of the Ministry of Health.
The donation included a wide range of equipment such as ECG machines, ICU ventilators, cardiac monitors, anesthesia machines, infant incubators, and essential
Consumables amounting to about 35 items.
Among the items highlighted were
Emergency Health Equipment (EHE) sets, nebulizer sets, and medical-grade towels.
The Health Minister acknowledged the difficult working conditions health professionals continue to endure and emphasized that government efforts alone would not be enough to resolve systemic issues.
He called for unity across the health sector and urged all stakeholders, including medical doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, to work together to ensure that the country’s limited resources are used efficiently.
He noted that the wellbeing of the ordinary Ghanaian should be central to healthcare delivery, cautioning against practices that marginalize the underprivileged due to resource scarcity. According to him, every Ghanaian life is valuable, and the system must reflect that belief in both policy and practice.
Mr.Akandoh stressed that his leadership approach is rooted in humility, collaboration, and respect for all health workers. While acknowledging that change may come with challenges, he maintained that cooperation is key to achieving lasting improvements in the sector.
The Minister pleaded with health professionals in the Tamale Teaching Hospital to call off the strike and regroup to strategize on more effective ways to address their concerns through dialogue and collaboration with relevant authorities.
The donation to the Tamale Teaching Hospital forms part of a broader national initiative to modernize medical infrastructure and enhance service delivery in Ghana’s healthcare.
