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Sit up, it’s not about breaking the 8- Otiko Djaba to NPP
Former Minister of Gender Children and Social Protection, Otiko Afisah Djaba has advised the governing New Patriotic Party(NPP) not to be fixated on breaking the eight.
Rather, she urged them to sit up and concentrate on developing the country to win the trust of the people.
Speaking in an interview on GTV Breakfast Show on May 2, Otiko Djaba said her unhappiness with NPP is that, issues like what the school feeding caterers are encountering is not given prompt attention.
According to her, “When one million people give their will to you, their vote, you must do the right thing by them. it is not about politics, it’s about the development of the people and giving them the correct information.”
She said the country is in serious times and needs serious decisions, adding that things are difficult the world over, food prices and economic issues, but this notwithstanding, leaders are put in positions to solve problems.
Against this backdrop, Otiko Djaba added that she wants “The government I believe in to sit up, it is not about breaking the eight, but development.”
She further advised that it’s about solving the problems of the people of Ghana, the reason the government was elected.
The former Women’s Organiser of NPP noted that she has nothing to be peeved about and that she has soo much joy for her party, adding that she is proud of them.
However, she charged the ministers and appointees to understand that whatever position they have is a privilege which they may never get again.
“There are about 30 million Ghanaians, you have been given the opportunity to take Ghana to the next level, let’s die trying, the fight that we fought during the campaign, let us reignite it and the people of Ghana will understand that we are serious about their development and win back their trust.
The former Minister urged the government not to see criticism as shaming because it propels people to get it right, “All challenges are opportunities to get it right.”
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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.
