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Over 5,000 students graduate from ATU
The Deputy Minister of Education, Rev John Ntim Fordjour has urged graduates to foster collaborations to contribute their quota to national development.
According to him, the challenges in the economy would require partnerships that would ensure that graduates with different skills come together to provide requisite solutions.
The Deputy Minister said this at the 23rd graduation ceremony of the Accra Technical University (ATU) for Bachelor of Technology (BTECH), Higher National Diploma (HND) and Diploma students.
He also urged the ATU to continue to reposition itself to produce graduates that have the skillset to make the difference and thrive in industry.
“Students must be empowered to transform the fortunes of their families while government is committed to supporting the university in its quest to utilise technical and vocational skills to transform the economy,” he added.
The Guest Speaker, Dr Eugene Asiamah-Boadi Esq. also tasked the graduates to have a clear vision backed by action to change the world.
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“Be brave enough to attain your goals and aspirations, work together and form teams to succeed as a unit,” he stressed.
“Aim to be employers rather than employees and do not be afraid of big ideas. Be agents of hope and positive change and eschew all forms of laziness, mediocrity and dishonesty,” he added.
Employers, he said, were losing faith in running businesses because of the dishonesty of employees, hence the need to hold in high esteem, integrity in all things.
The Acting Vice-Chancellor of ATU, Prof. Amevi Acakpovi congratulated the graduates for their efforts and urged them to be proud ambassadors of the university.
In all, over 5,800 students graduated and awarded with certificates in a well-attended graduation ceremony.
By Michael D. Abayateye
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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.
