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Wussah-Tetteh is 2023 Ghana Teacher Prize first runner up
Ms Wussah-Tetteh in a pose with the vehicle
Ms Isabella Wussah-Tetteh emerged the first runner up at the 2023 Ghana Teacher Prize (GTP), held at the Western Region on October 5.
The Sege D/A Primary and Kindergarten teacher, walked away with a brand-new Nissan Navara Pick-up Truck worth over GHȻ500,000 as well as GHC1 million worth of insurance cover from SIC and 1,000 exercise books.
Speaking to The Spectator after the awards, Ms Wussah-Tetteh said, she was honoured to have received the recognition considering where she was working; all the way in the Ada West District of the Greater Accra Region.
She admitted the journey was not easy because the competition was tough, having to put up 10 essays and go through a stringent interview process.
“It was a tough journey but very good and insightful experience. I am honoured to be part of the winners for this year,” she stated.
“Going forward, I would focus on my humanitarian works which focuses on needy learners by extending to other districts to absorb more learners in underprivileged communities.”
“I would launch my foundation soon – the IWUSSAH Foundation which covers all the works in the past and upcoming ones for needy learners. It seeks to support them both financially, provide school supplies, menstrual hygiene products and others to minimise truancy and absenteeism,” she stated.
She called on corporate entities and well-wishers to come on board so that a bigger programme can be organised to reach out to a larger number of people.
“I was doing about 100 learners but with the current recognition, I can at least get more support to go beyond the number and impact the society,” she added.
She urged colleague teachers to continue working hard and do their best to impact knowledge and support young ones to achieve their goals and aspirations in life.
It was female dominance at the national level of the awards as Faith Aku Dzakpasu of the GRETA ‘D’ Shepherd School at Awoshie in Accra was adjudged the Most Outstanding Teacher.
The 2023 edition of the GTP was held under the theme, “The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want: The Global Imperative to Reverse the Teacher Shortage.”
By Michael D. Abayateye
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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.
