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Public shows support for victims of Akosombo Dam spillage
Some residents of North Tongu in distress
The Volta River Authority (VRA) on September 15, commenced the spillage of excess water in the Akosombo and Kpong hydro dams as part of its sustainability efforts.
The move has had devastating effects on people living at low-lying areas close to the dams in various parts of the country including communities in the Volta, Eastern and Greater Accra regions.
Essentially, persons have been evacuated from their homes, farms and businesses which were consumed by the excess water from the dam.
Over 40,000 persons had since been displaced with loss of properties and farms running into millions of cedis aside psychological and health issues associated with the spillage.
With public toilets, schools, mortuaries, churches, mosques and other amenities submerged by the spillage, rendering people homeless and relying on interventions from individuals and corporate entities for survival.
The media also assisted to raise funds for the victims with notable names including former President John Mahama and brother, Ibrahim Mahama, actresses Lydia Forson, John Dumelo, Fella Makafui, musician Edem, traditional ruler Togbe Afede XIV with companies like SIC, Standard Water, First Sky Group, Interplast, the Church of Pentecost and others joining to support.
The Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has been instrumental with the provision of relief items to the victims and called on other corporate entities and individuals to support.
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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.
