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Nurses and midwives urged to engage in ethical migration
Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, the Minister of Health, has urged nurses and midwives considering working abroad to engage in ethical migration.
He said that ethical migration was crucial to prevent exploitation by unscrupulous agencies or traffickers who may seek to take advantage of their professional aspirations.
Dr. Okoe Boye said this in a speech delivered on his behalf by Dr. Kwasi Asabre, the Director of Human Resources at the Ministry of Health, during the induction ceremony of 51,773 nurses and midwives into Ghana’s healthcare system.
He explained that the Government of Ghana, in collaboration with countries such as Barbados, was working to create safe, legitimate, and transparent pathways for healthcare professionals seeking to migrate abroad.
“We have been working diligently with our international partners to provide you with the necessary information and protection so that you can pursue opportunities abroad without compromising your rights and integrity.”
The Health Minister also encouraged nurses and midwives to expand their thinking beyond traditional employment within government or established institutions, highlighting the vast entrepreneurial opportunities within the healthcare sector.
He suggested that they consider ventures such as establishing private clinics, health consulting firms, or even exploring innovations in health technology.
“The future is entrepreneurial, and I urge you to explore ways in which you can carve out your path, create job opportunities, and contribute to the Sustainable development of Ghana’s healthcare system,” Dr Okoe Boye stated.
The Minister assured the inductees of the government’s ongoing support and encouraged them to have confidence in their ability to overcome challenges in their professional journey.’
The inductees, who included Nurse Assistants, Basic and Post-Basic Nurses, and Midwives, had qualified in November 2022, 2023, and April 2024.
The induction ceremony was held across four regions: Tamale, Sunyani, Cape Coast, and Accra.
Dr. Josephine Kyei, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Public Health Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Ghana, noting the critical role of nurses and midwives in healthcare, urged the inductees to consistently make a positive impact on their clients, embrace challenges, and practice tolerance.</p>
She encouraged them to give their best despite the challenges of low salaries, highlighting the intrinsic reward in helping others.
Dr. Kyei also stressed the importance of continuous learning and growth throughout their professional journey.
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Enoch Boateng to host spirit-filled worship experience
All roads lead to the Word Arena Chapel International, as Enoch Boateng Ministries lead worshippers to the throne room tomorrow at Dansoman in Accra.
Dubbed ‘Let Judah Rise,’ it aims to uplift the spirit of attendees, ignite faith and create an atmosphere of deep worship.
In an interview with The Spectator Agoro, the UK-based artiste who doubles as a pastor said the first edition which was held in Oda in the Eastern Region was super and promises attendees that this year’s edition would be mind-blowing and full of miracles.
He stated that special guests ministering in songs include Joshua Ahenkorah, the soulful Efe Grace, and Benny Brooks.
Pastor Enoch Boateng has since extended invitation to everyone to come and experience God’s presence in a unique way.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Fusing politics with fashion
Ghanaians, especially die-hard sympathisers of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) trooped to the Black Stars Square to be part of history.
The occasion was the historical return of Mr John Dramani Mahama as president of Ghana and Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as vice president.
President Mahama was coming to the office of the president for the second time while Prof. Opoku- Agyemang was sworn-in as the first female Vice President.
The party sympathisers marked the occasion in style, appearing in fashionable dresses designed with party paraphernalia.
To make the electoral feat remarkable, they appeared in special shirts, jerseys, cloths in party colours, not leaving out the vuvuzelas.
Boldly inscribed in these attires were symbols of the NDC and Ghana.
The event also brought to the fore the typical Ghanaian hospitality, entertaining a couple of guests that came to witness the event
By Victor A. Buxton
