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PCG gets new Clerk of North America, Australia Presbytery
• Rev Kumi-Duodu (left) and Prof Mrs Mabel Asante, First Clerk of the Presbytery, both raised
Rev Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh’s hands to introduce him to the congregation.
The North America and Australia Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana witnessed a new wave in their administration on October 30, 2022. They inducted Rev. Dr. Ransford Awuku-Gyampoh into office as the new Clerk of the Presbytery at a colourful ceremony with the Chairperson of Presbytery, Rev. James Joseph Kumi-Duodu, officiating the Service and assisted by the Council members.
It marked Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh’s assumption as the New Jersey District Minister and the local Minister of Ascension Congregation in Orange in the City of New Jersey.
enjoying live music, catered food, and
assorted beverages at the premiere
The ceremony held at the Ascension Congregation was well attended by some Reverend Ministers and dignitaries from Ghana, Canada, USA and representatives from Australia. In a brief statement to induct Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh, the Chairperson of Presbytery, Rev. Kumi-Duodu admonished the inductee to strive to win more souls into God’s Kingdom.
He emphasised that as the Presbytery’s spokesperson, the Presbyterian Church’s growth should be of paramount interest to him.
In his acceptance speech, Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh expressed gratitude to God, the Church leadership and the entire church for their unwavering support. He further declared his readiness to work hard to make the Presbyterian Church a place for all to worship and help to restore hope in the lives of those who have nowhere to turn to for their salvation.
Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh was elected at the 8th Presbytery Session held in Virginia, USA, and won with a 70 per cent vote. As the Clerk of Presbytery, Article 22, Clauses 9, 11-13 of the PCG Constitution stipulate that he shall hold the office for four years. His duties include but are not limited to presenting annual reports, recording and distributing all information/ communicating decisions, carrying out directives, be in charge of all official documents. He shall liaise with political administration and the traditional authorities within Canada, USA and Australia.
Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh holds a PhD in Practical Theology and other terminal degrees in Management. He has two Master’s degrees: MSc from the University of Cape Coast and MPA from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He completed his bachelor’s degree from Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon. Before that, he had completed his 3-year Post Secondary at the Presbyterian College of Education, Akropong-Akuapem (Formerly P.T.C). Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh wouldn’t forget that he was a product of Nsawam Secondary School.
In a felicitation, the Council Vice President, North Ward, Orange City, Miss Tency A. Eason, who represented the Mayor of Orange, New Jersey, thanked Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh for his vision and aspiration of his new office.
She promised to collaborate with Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh to propagate God’s Kingdom in the residents’ homes. The historic service ended with praise to God in a peaceful atmosphere.
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National Service Authority to Introduce Military Training
Management of the National Service Authority, yesterday, Wednesday, April 23, 2025, held talks with the Military High Command towards the implementation of the National Service Emergency Response Readiness Programme (NSERRP).
When implemented, this will reflect His Excellency the President’s commitment towards the implementation of a short military training for National Service Personnel (NSPs) as planned efforts to instill discipline, nationalism and physical fitness among Ghanaian graduates.
The President shared this position during his maiden State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Thursday February 27, 2025.
At yesterday ’s meeting, the Director-General, Mr. Felix Gyamfi reiterated the need for all personnel to undergo basic military drills and orientation as part of orienting the youth to embrace national development.
“The introduction of this military training is a step in the right direction and must be embraced by all and sundry as one of the indicators for resetting the country, particularly the youth,” he commented.
On his part, Brigadier General Amoah-Boakye assured the Authority of their willingness to provide the requisite training for personnel when the Programme officially commences.
In all, personnel will receive up to two months of composite basic military drills starting 3rd August, 2025.
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Ghana Tourism Authority acts on concerns of minors allegedly taken to Hotel in Accra New Town.
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has taken swift action following reports circulating on social media regarding an incident involving minors allegedly taken to a hotel in Accra New Town.
The case has been formally reported to the Nima Division of the Ghana Police Service for investigation.
In line with their mandate to ensure safety and compliance in the tourism and hospitality sector, our CEO Mrs.Maame Efua Houadjeto delegated a team from the GTA Head Office, Mr. Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, Deputy CEO, Special Duties and Mr Ekow Sampson, Deputy CEO, Operations who joined the Greater Accra Regional Director, Ms. Roberta Dawson-Amoah, and the Deputy Director of Marketing, Ms. Clara Nketiah, to visit the said facility.
The objective was to verify the facts on the ground and take necessary regulatory action.
They commended the Ghana Police Service for their co-operation and continued support in the ongoing investigation.
Additionally, the team inspected Royal Dede Beach Resort, which has been converted into a hostel under new management without official notification to the Ghana Tourism Authority.
The team discovered that the hostel’s operations were not in compliance with the L. I 2239. Meanwhile the operator has been directed to the Standards and Quality Assurance Department of the Authority for the necessary regulation.
“We remind all accommodation operators that the Tourism(Registration and Licensing of Accommodation) Regulations, 2016 (L.I. 2239) mandates every facility to register and obtain a license from the GTA before commencing operations.
This regulation ensures quality, safety, and compliance across the industry,” they noted.
The GTA they said, remains committed to safeguarding the public and upholding the highest standards in the hospitality sector and urged
the public to report suspicious or non-compliant facilities to the nearest GTA office.
