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Schools urged not to discriminate against PWDs
Ms Bedwei addressing the participants
A physically challenged Software Engineer, Ms. Farida Nana Bedwei has urged School authorities not to discriminate against persons with disabilities when admitting pupils to their schools.
That, she explained, was the only way to tap the hidden talents in such children when given the opportunity.
Ms Bedwei was speaking at the closing of this year’s Global Super Teachers Conference held in Accra on Saturday.
The week-long event organised by Africa Education Gateway which started on Saturday, November 4 was on the theme: “Equity: Inequality in Education anywhere in Africa is a threat to the Socio-Economic Security of African countries.”
The conference is a teacher and school leadership empowerment and professional development programme that sought to imbibe modern methods of teaching and learning in the participants.
Ms Bedwei stated that her constant plea to school authorities and the powers that be seemed to have become a bother, stressing that “I will not stop talking about it.”
She said she got to her current position through the help of teachers, parents, classmates and the food vendors in a public school who devoted their time to make life comfortable for her, hence the clarion call for school authorities to create that enabling environment for others who find themselves in her position.
She called for change in societal attitude towards persons with disabilities in order to assist them become independent and contribute their quota to nation building.
Dr Aisha Asi Akrofi, the chairperson of the Ghana National Association of Private Schools, (GNAPS), Greater Accra said education was not merely a profession but a profound calling that shapes lives for the future.
She urged the participants to take advantage of the opportunity to inspire, learn and share their passion so that collectively they can make a difference in the world.
By Lawrence Vomafa-Akpalu
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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.
