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Some sights and scenes from 2022 Afenorto festival
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Culture and tradition was once again at its best as the Chiefs and people of Mepe Traditional Area in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region climaxed this year’s Afenorto festival at a grand durbar last Saturday.
The 66th edition themed: “TVET Education, Our Future; Development in Peace, Our Heritage”, came with beautiful display of the people’s heritage including music, dance and other fun activities as dignitaries from far and near joined the celebrations.
homage to Torgbe Korsi VI,
Manklalo of Mepe Traditional Area
IV, Queen Mother of
Mepe Traditional Area
Volta Regional Minister
exchanging pleasantries
with Torgbe Korsi Nego VI
came in fancy dresses
The festival, among other things, was to renew the spirit of togetherness and raise funds for development of the area.
Activities for the this year’s celebration included health screening, clean-up, inter schools gala, cultural dancing and drumming competition and procession of the Chiefs of the five clans of the area.
Dignitaries at the durbar included the Volta Regional Minister, Dr Archibald Letsa, District Chief Executive of North Tongu, Mr. Osborn Devine Fenu, and Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Mr. Okudzeto Ablakwa, among others.
Torgbe Korsi Nego VI, Manklalo of Mepe Traditional Area, highlighted the essence of TVET and appealed to the government to support development projects in the area.
Dr Letsa also appealed to the people to maintain peace and unity as the government continued to deliver on the developmental agenda for the region.
Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, on his part, commended the chiefs and people for the progress made over the years and called on citizens to rally behind the traditional authority of the area.
‘Afenorto’ festival translated to mean “Period of Rest at Home” started over six decades ago and has evolved over the years but its underlying characteristics have always been maintained.
The Mepe Traditional Area/Council has five clans: Dzagbaku, Adzigo, Sevie, Gbanvie and Akorvie. Each of them is represented by unique colours and symbols together with their respective histories on how they migrated to present day Mepe.
By Spectator Reporter
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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.
