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Workers, backbone of the nation – President Akuffo Addo

Workers of New Times Corporation after the May Day celebration

It was a moment to behold as hundreds of workers from various organisations across the country gathered at the Independence Square to commemorate the May Day celebration last Wednesday in Accra.

Mrs Harriet Botchway receiving award from President Akufo-Addo at the May Day celebration .

This year’s celebration, themed ’Election 2024: The role of workers and social partners in securing peaceful elections for national Development’, saw a massive attendance by workers despite the unfavorable whether condition.

Dressed in colourful branded T-shirts by various organisations, workers displayed placards some of which read ‘E-levy is still a killer disease,’ ‘Speak Up!,’ ‘Too many taxes on fuel,’ ‘Fix our roads Mr President’ and ‘We need timetable for Dumsor’ amidst singing, drumming and dancing.

This they did to voice out their concerns, plights and demands.

In delivering his key notes address at the celebration of the May Day, the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo acknowledged workers as the backbone of the nation.

President Akufo-Addo with the award winners

He stated that organised labours must show active participation in creating a good business environment for workers.

“Organised labours must be active partners in fostering a conducive business environment to attract investors to elevate entrepreneurship to thrive sustainable economic growth by forging constructive partnership between government employees and workers, we can create private sectors that deliver quality employment opportunities,”he explained.

Dr. Anthony Yaw Baah(second from left),Secretary-General, TUC presenting an award to the IGP Mr Akuffo Dampare, looking on are some officials of TUC and Police .Photos Lizzy Okai

Awards in the form of citations were presented to the Inspector- General of Police (IGP), Dr George Akuffo Dampare and other deserving workers for their dedication and hard work.

Staff of New Times Corporation marching . — Workers of GRA in action.

The event was attended by dignitaries such as Honourable Ignatius Baffour-Awuah Minister for Employment and labour relations, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adams, finance minister supported by Honourable Abena Osei_ Asare, executive minister of finance

By Elizabeth Agyeibea Ackon

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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.