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NCCE urges students to actively participate in national development 

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Kadjebi (O/R), Feb 10, GNA-Ms. Janet Yaa Obido, an Assistant Civic Education Officer (ACEO) with the Kadjebi District Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has urged students to actively participate in the development of the country. 

She said playing active roles in the development process would contribute to personal growth and the betterment of society. 

Ms. Obido stated this during the swearing-in of the reconstituted Kadjebi R.C Junior High School (JHS) Civic Education Club (CEC) Executives at Kadjebi in the Oti Region. 

She said that participation in national affairs would empower them to contribute ideas, influence decisions, and take ownership of their future. 

The ACEO stated that their involvement in national development would help them acquire essential skills such as leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking, and that these skills were valuable not only in their careers but also in their daily lives. 

Ms. Obido noted that their active involvement would also foster a sense of civic duty as in Article 41 of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana. 

She added that their participation would provide them with insights into the various challenges and opportunities facing their country, allowing them to make informed decisions. 

Mr. Emmanuel Denyo, Patron of the Kadjebi R.C JHS CEC, on behalf of the Club, commended the NCCE team for the reconstitution of the Club in the school. 

The idea for the formation of Civic Education Club (CEC) was mooted in a final communiqué issued in March 1996 at the National Consultative Conference on Civic Education organized by the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE). 

The formal launching of CECs throughout the country took place at Accra Academy in March 1996.  

Five schools, namely Accra Academy, Achimota School, Accra High, Ebenezer Secondary and PRESEC, Legon were present for the inauguration. 

CEC is a voluntary study group of the Constitution which provides an avenue to shape the views of the youth on the Constitution and helped develop in CEC members, an awareness of the principles and objectives of the 1992 Constitution as the fundamental law of the land. 

10 member APRM committee for STMA inaugurated  

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Sekondi, Feb. 10, GNA- The National Commission for Civic Education with assistance from the African Peer Review Mechanism Secretariat has inaugurated a 10- member committee to create understanding of the APRM among city dwellers. 

The committee is also mandated to monitor and evaluate the implementation of programme of action, build strategic partnerships at the district level and prepare and submit biannual reports to the governing council. 

Madam Harriet Addey Woode, the STMA Director of the NCCE, said at the inauguration that the Committee would be the eyes, ears and mouth of the governing council and as well Marshall local support for the APRM process to promote good governance at the district level. 

She urged the committee to work well in providing a means for a collective voice on governance issues to the people.  

The Committee has Alhaji Yussif Kofi Gyampson as the Chairman, Madam Harriet Addey Woode; Secretary and Madam Mildred Siabi-Mensah has the Organiser. 

Alhaji Gyampson after the inauguration thanked the Secretariat for the opportunity to serve Ghana and asked for the cooperation of all to execute the responsibility at hand. 

Concerned citizens of Northern Gwira root for appointment of Herbert Kuah Dickson as Nzema-East MCE  

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Axim (W/R), Feb. 10, GNA – Concerned citizens of Northern Gwira in the Nzema-East Municipality of the Western Region have called on the leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the President to consider Mr Herbert Kuah Dickson as the Nzema East Municipal Chief Executive (MCE). 

The call was primarily to demonstrate and justify why their nominee was qualified to serve as the new MCE of the area given his passion and active participation in the political and community development journey since 2012.  

This was in a press statement jointly issued and signed by the Assembly Member for Tumantu Electoral Area, Mr Richard Quaicoe, and the Tufuhene of Gwira Traditional Council, Nana Kojo Pompoi III, among other traditional rulers and Assembly Members in the Northern Gwira communities. 

The statement noted that since the inception of the Municipality, the people of Northern Gwira had been marginalized in terms of political representation. 

It said: “We are more alarmed given the massive contribution the people of Northern Gwira have made towards the success of the ruling National Democratic Congress; led by our illustrious son Mr Herbert Kuah Dickson.” 

The statement said given that Mr Herbert Kuah Dickson was an ardent member of the ruling party, and whose effort enormously contributed to the victory of the NDC in the constituency at large, it was only fair and appropriate that their plea to have a fair political representation, be granted. 

It stated that since 1992, the Northern Gwira had been a strong supporter of the NDC and deserved a fair representation in the political sphere of the area, but “we do not imply an automatic selection of anyone without being meritorious of the position.” 

According to the statement, Mr Dickson epitomised someone the people had faith in and could be trusted to deliver diligent leadership for the people.  

“His outstanding qualities provide a solid foundation for him to be considered as the next MCE of Nzema East to help complement the current government’s developmental agenda,” it added.  

The statement said Northern Gwira one of the deprived areas in the constituency, bedeviled with lack of accessible road network, stable communication network, lack of potable source of drinking water, and modern healthcare facilities hence, “appointing one of our own for the MCE position may drive home these basic services that will surge our local economy.” 

“We the concerned citizens of Northern Gwira over the years, especially during the 2024 Parliamentary and Presidential elections have made significant contributions to the current government’s landslide victory which has been the pattern since 2016, and all were led by Mr Herbert Kuah Dickson.  

“We hope this is the time to recognize him for his dedication and allegiance to his party,” the statement noted.  

GACL and AWA inspect potential site at Ho Airport for Aviation Training Academy 

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Ho (V/R), Feb. 10, GNA – Officials of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) and Africa World Airlines (AWA), have conducted an inspection of potential sites at the Ho Airport for the establishment of an Aviation Training Academy.  

The initiative is part of a broader vision to transform the airport into a premier aviation training hub, information from the Asogli State has indicated.  

Togbe Afede XIV, Agbogbomefia of Asogli State and Chairman of AWA, is at the forefront of this vision, emphasising the Airport’s serene environment as an ideal setting for both training and maintenance operations.  

His leadership underscores the potential for the Ho Airport to become a centre of excellence in aviation training. 

The inspection, carried out recently was led by Mrs. Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, Managing Director of GACL, who, along with her team, evaluated several sites for the construction of a hangar and additional facilities.  

The team also engaged in discussions with key stakeholders, including representatives from the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, to explore the feasibility of the project. 

This collaborative effort aims to establish a state-of-the-art pilot training academy, alongside a comprehensive Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility.  

The project is expected to create significant employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth in Ho and the surrounding areas, while also boosting tourism and advancing Ghana’s aviation sector. 

Pending the necessary approvals, construction of the facility is anticipated to commence within the year.  

In addition to enhancing aviation training and maintenance capabilities, the initiative is also set to benefit educational institutions such as Ho Technical University, further contributing to the development of a skilled workforce in the region. 

Keta Municipal inaugurates nine-member oversight committee for Africa Peer Review Mechanism  

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Keta, (V/R), Feb. 7, GNA-The Keta Municipal Secretariat of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has officially inaugurated a nine-member District Oversight Committee (DOC) for the Africa Peer Review Mechanism (APRM).  

The committee will oversee the local level implementation of the APRM’s national programme of actions. 

The inauguration ceremony, which took place last week at the Keta NCCE office, was led by Madam Lina Bensah, Keta NCCE Director.  

The event saw the participation of representatives from various groups, including youth organisations, faith-based groups, traditional leaders, disability groups, and women’s associations. 

The District Oversight Committee is designed as a monitoring and evaluation body to ensure the effective implementation of APRM initiatives within the district. 

In her address, Madam Bensah urged the committee members to take an active role in educating their communities and fulfilling their responsibilities.  

“You must help promote the sharing and dissemination of information, ideas, and experiences between districts to assist in monitoring and evaluating the organization’s programmes,” she said. 

Togbi James-Ocloo V, the Dufia of Keta, who was elected as the committee chairperson, pledged to lead the group in achieving its goals. 

“This project will not be just another typical initiative. We must use it as a platform for accountability, promoting good governance and democracy in our community,” Togbi emphasized.

The APRM focuses on key areas such as corporate governance, socio-economic development, and democracy.  

The initiative has seen twenty-eight (28) African countries sign onto its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), including Ghana, Rwanda, Kenya, Algeria, Benin, and others. These countries have made significant strides in areas like combating corruption, managing diversity and xenophobia, and resource management. 

The committee’s members include: Madam Rejoice Klutse, Keta Market Women Leader, Rev. Wisdom Edziah, Local Council of Churches Representative, Madam Makafui Parbey, Disability Representative, Mr. Felix Shitsi, Trades and Skills Representative, Sariki Garba Hashinu, Muslim Representative, Madam Ruby Adukpo, Women in Fishing Representative, Togbi James-Ocloo V, Chief of Keta and Traditional Leadership Representative, Yeborwo Divine, Kente Weavers Representative, Worlali Awumee, Youth Leader 

The committee’s next meeting will outline a roadmap on achieving their aims as an oversight body.  

President Mahama eulogises Lieutenant General Arnold Quainoo 

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Accra, Feb. 7, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has eulogised the late Lieutenant General Arnold Quainoo, a former Chief of Defence Staff of the Ghana Armed Forces, describing him as a disciplined and principled person, who served his country well. 

Lt Gen Quainoo passed away on December 2, 2024, at the age of 85. 

Speaking at the funeral of the late Lt General Quainoo at St Catherine Catholic Church in Burma Camp, the President on behalf of the people of Ghana and the Armed Forces, expressed their sincerest condolences to the bereaved family of the late General Arnold Quainoo.  

President Mahama noted that people who had the opportunity to associate with the late Lt Gen Quainoo would remember that he inspired them in the sense of being able to live their lives selflessly and as patriots of their country. 

“He is the last of a generation that is passing whose major focus was love of country. They were not given to materialism. They were principled and they did things based on their patriotic spirit. It is very different from the current generation,” he stated. 

“Today, everything is driven by material wealth. And so, as we gather to say farewell to this man, may his life be an inspiration that we can recapture (the) love of country and patriotism.” 

President Mahama said people like Lt Gen Quainoo joined the army because they love their profession, which was the sole reason they joined the army.  

He said one of the major events in the life of Lt Gen Quainoo was the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) Force that intervened in Liberia. 

He said the Liberians civil war was a very, very dangerous war and the Heads of State had met as ECOWAS and decided that they had to send an intervention force.  

He reiterated that the ECOMOG was not the peacekeeping forces that Ghanaians were used to today, where people go and just grab a nice time and come back.  

He noted that the Liberians civil war was a very dangerous war and Ghana’s contingent was the first to enter Liberia. 

He said Lt Gen Quainoo was given the distinguished honour of leading that contingent.  

“We were all afraid for our forces. But they made Ghana proud. They went into Liberia.  

They created a bridge there for the rest of the ECOMOG Forces to be able to come in. Several of them sacrificed their lives. They died. But Liberia owes them a debt of gratitude,” President Mahama said. 

“And Liberia being in peace today was due to those people who went and sacrificed their life for their country.” 

The President recalled that the last time he met Lt Gen Quainoo was last year when they were gearing up to start the election campaign and they had come with a programme of visiting elders of their Party (National Democratic Congress) and their tradition.  

He said during the visit to Lt Gen Quainoo at his house, he was quite well. He said the late Lt Gen Quainoo recounted a lot of stories of the past to them. 

“Today, we are here not to mourn his life.  We are here to celebrate him. And to take inspiration for the life that he lived.” 

He said the late Lt Gen Quainoo’s life would be an inspiration for Ghanaians to be more patriotic to their nation, love their nation and to be selfless in whatever they do to their fellow Ghanaians.  

He urged the children of the late Lt Gen Quainoo to be proud of him because he lived a principled life and that all Ghanaians were proud of him. 

“‘…. And so, we didn’t come to mourn him. We come to celebrate him. May the Buffalo Soldier, as we popularly call him, find peaceful repose in the bosom of the Lord.” 

Lt Gen Arnold Quainoo served as the Chief of Defence Staff of the Ghana Armed Forces from August 1983 to September 1989. 

He was also the first commander of the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG), which intervened in Liberia to help end the civil war. 

He also served twice as Army Commander, first in 1979 following the coup d’état by the Armed Forces Revolutionary Council which overthrew the Supreme Military Council.  

He was replaced when the Limann government took office.  

He was, however, re-appointed as Chief of Army Staff following the 31st of December 1981 coup d’etat by the Provisional National Defence Council and later as General Officer Commanding the Ghana Armed Forces. 

Army Combat Training School introduces course patrons, mentors interactions for impact 

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Denu (VR), Feb 7, GNA- The Army Combat Training School (ACTS) has introduced into its curricular societal/industrial leaders’ mentorship session aimed at enhancing the students’ leadership skills, interpersonal relations and social networking.  

This novel leadership and mentorship interactive class is reserved for retired generals, senior officers, the school’s sponsors, friends and patrons with modeled emulative personalities and high morals to engage the students (officers and soldiers).  

Lt Col Martin Dziedzorm Dey, acting Chief Instructor, ACTS, in an interview with Ghana News Agency following the maiden interactive session on Wednesday, February 5, explained the leadership of the school took the decision to introduce course patrons and mentors’ interactions for its courses in the interest of the students and the larger Ghanaian public. 

“This is aimed at impacting the junior leadership acumen of the students and further exposing them to a wider social networking domain, reason the patrons are industry and social leaders in their fields of endeavour. 

The purpose is to widen the scope of the young officers and soldiers early enough in their career progressions within the military and beyond,” he said. 

Lt Col Dey said Mr Bernard Kwaku Sackitey, a health and safety superintendent at ENI Ghana Exploration and Production Limited and President of Worldwide Evangelism Service, who is a course patron for YOC 1 – 25 had a successful interaction with the students. 

“Mr Sackitey delivered the keynote presentation on Leadership and Mentorship to the students where he shared practical experiences on life trajectory to self-sustainment and societal leadership.  

He toured the school’s ongoing project sites and thereafter provided support to initiate solutions to some challenges of the school. Apart from being a patron, he agreed to serve as an ambassador and development partner to help attract social support among others to the school.” 

Present at the keynote presentation was Col Robert Narh, the Commander, ACTS who took part extensively in the interactive session and made contributions, and Lt Col Joshua Adongo, the Course Commander, ACTS. 

The ACTS, one of the Ghana Armed Forces’ institutions of learning designated to train personnel within the framework of security arts and science to maintain/restore law and order, runs six courses concurrently within a semester with capacity to train over 350 serving personnel.  

It has commenced its first semester courses with Combat Team Commanders Course (CTCC 1-25), Young Officers Course (YOC 1-25), Advanced Non-Commissioned Tactical Course (ANTC 1-25) with students of advanced courses for Mortar, All Infantry Platoon Weapons, Machine Gun and Drill and Duties expected to assemble within the period. 

NGO Calls for increased investment in Ghana’s education to unlock children’s potential

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Ashiata-Tegbi, (V/R), Feb 07, GNA-Dr Christian Haasen, leader of the German Non-Governmental Organisation, Woezo-Elena Haasen Library, has urged stakeholders to prioritise the educational needs of children in Ghana to unlock their full potential.

Dr. Haasen emphasised that in order for nations to fully benefit from their youth, they must invest significantly in children’s education by providing essential resources such as textbooks, classrooms, furniture, uniforms, and other necessary materials.

He also called on the central government to take responsibility for the country’s schools, highlighting the issue of introducing new curricula without adequate textbooks and materials to support them.

“It’s time for the government to prioritise the needs of schoolchildren to ensure they reach their full potential; this investment comes in many forms including the provision of books, and school blocks,” Dr. Haasen stated.

His remarks were made on Thursday afternoon during a ceremony at Tegbi Ashiata Basic School in the Anloga District of the Volta Region, where the NGO donated educational materials and improved infrastructure to the school.

In an interview with the GNA, Dr. Haasen urged parents and community leaders to actively support their children’s education, especially in basic schools.

 “The government may not be able to provide everything for the schools, which is why parents and caregivers need to contribute, as we did today. The future of these young rests on us all,”

Dr. Haasen also called for better teacher remuneration, stating that fair compensation is a key factor in motivating educators to provide the best care for their students.

According to him, the NGO does not have the power to change these things, which is why he is calling on authorities present to advocate for these problems to be fixed not only in Tegbi but across the nation.

Dr Haasen concluded by stating how education could be transformed if government and other stakeholders invested heavily in the sector.

The NGO’s donation included a refurbished 3-unit classroom block, 60 dual desks, 3 sets of teachers’ tables and chairs, as well as textbooks and reading materials for the school’s library.

The organisation was noted for providing similar support to other basic schools in the Tegbi community, especially sewing school uniforms and library projects.

The project was overseen by Mr Ephraim Dodzi Junpah, the Assembly member for the Tegbi Ashiata electoral area, who is also a teacher at the school.

The commissioning ceremony was attended by Mr. Joseph Kpattah, Anloga District Presiding Member, Mr. Dominic Dzanado, Anloga District Education Director, and Mr. Gershon Kwame Ameko, Headteacher of the school.

“You will get the fair share of the national cake” – Mahama assures Central Region  

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Cape Coast, Feb 07, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has assured the Chiefs and People of the Central Region of their fair share of the national cake.  

He assured them that the Government would complete the construction of all major roads within the Region such as the dualisation of the Kasoa-Winneba Road.  

He also mentioned the completion and operationalisation of the abandoned Anomabo Fisheries College project by the end of 2025 and the operationalisation of the Komenda Sugar Factory.  

The President gave the assurance in Cape Coast at a grand durbar of the Chiefs and People of the Central during his “Thank You Tour”, of the Region.  

The nationwide tour, which began on Friday, January 24, in Ho, the Volta Regional Capital is to enable the President to express his sincere appreciation to the people of Ghana for the overwhelming support and trust reposed in him at the 2024 elections.  

The President on February 05, addressed a similar durbar in Secondi for the Western Region.  

Speaking at the Jubilee Park in Cape Coast, President Mahama expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Chiefs and People of the Central Region for the trust and confidence they had placed in him and Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang and their administration to take the reins of government and move their dear nation into a period of prosperity.  

He said the support of the Central Region was instrumental in bringing them to this moment.   

“I also want to express my profound gratitude to you for making history by giving us your daughter as a history-making first female Vice President of the Republic of Ghana,” the President said.  

“But let me add that Naana Jane has earned this mark of distinction in her own right, not only because she is a woman.   

“And as she herself said, it is not enough to be the first to go through the door, but what matters most is to hold the door open for others to follow.   

“And I’m sure that she’s going to do that so that our sisters and our daughters and mothers will all follow in her footsteps.”  

President Mahama said during their campaign in 2024, they engaged with communities large and small, and that they conversed with the nation’s youth, farmers, our artisans, elders and fisherfolk; adding that “we listened to your concerns, we shared in your hopes, and witnessed the incredible resilience that defines the people of the Central Region”.   

He said their support in the elections had affirmed their belief in a Ghana that was united, progressive, and forward-moving.  

He said this collective belief in the progress of the nation would guide them as they implement the promises they made during their campaign, and that they intend to keep their electoral promises.   

“Nananom, the Central Region holds great significance for our nation, not only for its rich history, but also its vital contribution to the development of our dear nation,” he said.  

He said from the historical forts and castles that stand as a testament to their shared heritage, to being the agricultural heartbeat that feeds many in the length and breadth of this country, and also being the tourism hub attracting diverse visitors from all over the world, and also at the same time the citadel of education in Ghana, nurturing some of the best minds of our country.  

President Mahama said the Central Region occupies a special place in Ghana’s scheme of things and that the Region had contributed immensely to the economic, cultural, and political life of their great country.   

President Mahama underscored his commitment to honouring and recognizing the Central Region’s importance, whether in education, infrastructure, healthcare, or economic empowerment, they would work together to elevate the lives of all those who call this Region home.  

“We all share collective responsibility as we embark on this new journey, and I wish to emphasize that I’m a President for all Ghanaians, and I’m committed to fostering unity and inclusivity, and ensuring that no region, no community, or no person is left behind,” the President stated   

“Let us set aside our past divisions and move forward in the spirit of collaboration. Our strength lies in our diversity, and together we will overcome any challenges on our path to progress”.   

“As we move into this new chapter, our vision for Ghana remains clear, and we are committed to building a prosperous, peaceful, and sustainable nation.”  

DHLTU, partners initiate project to address waste management challenge

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Wa, (UW/R), Feb. 07, GNA – The Dr. Hilla Limann Technical University (DHLTU) in the Upper West Region has initiated a project to address waste management challenges in the region and beyond through conceptualising waste as “gold and resources”.

The project, “Waste Reduction and Management by implementing circular economy in Western Africa (WARM),” was being implemented by the DHLTU in partnership with eight universities in West Africa and Europe.

Coordinated by the DHLTU, the EUR786,212 project was funded by the European Union (EU) Erasmus+.

It would, among other things, facilitate the development of a Master of Science (MSc) course and vocational programmes in waste management at the DHLTU.

Speaking at a kickoff meeting of the project in Wa, Professor Hamidatu Darimani, the Dean, School of Engineering at the DHLTU, emphasised the need to conscientise the public, especially the young people, about the economic potential in waste management.

The meeting, attended by representatives of the project implementing partners, was to discuss and strategize for achieving the project deliverables within three years-2024 to 2027.

Prof. Darimani, the WARM Project Coordinator, explained that millions of tons of waste were generated in West Africa, which could be maximised as an income opportunity for many people if they had the right expertise and technologies.

“If we know that waste is not just waste, but it is also gold and a resource, and the people begin to understand that and have the know-how to generate money from it, I don’t think they will be going into the galamsey (illegal Mining),” Prof. Darimani explained.

Prof. Elias N. K. Sowley, the Vice Chancellor of DHLTU, encouraged young people, particularly in the Upper West Region, to take advantage of the WARM project to acquire waste management skills as a source of livelihood.

He stated that waste management, which was a “big problem” in developing countries, could be more of a resource than a problem with the right skills in waste management.

He mentioned recycling of plastic waste into bio-fuel and recycling of agricultural waste into organic fertilizer among others as some prudent use of waste.

“Apart from the fact that it will help in reducing the unappealing nature of the environment due to the waste, particularly plastic waste, you’re going to have jobs created through the recycling and even processing of the waste,” Prof. Sowley explained.

Dr. Eng. Caterina Picuno of MDTR Consulting in Italy, observed that the project had a potentially great impact on society as it would turn people’s attention to viewing waste as a resource.

“When you think about plastics, when you think about organics, when you think about metals, every single one of these materials can actually be turned into a new resource, and that has a lot of value,” she explained.

Dr. Picuno said though behaviour change towards waste management was difficult, people would change their attitude towards waste if they understood its economic potential.

The partner universities were University for Development Studies, Ghana; Technical University of IASI, Romania; Universidade De Evora, Portugal; Universita Degli Studi Della Basilicata, Italy and Central University Limited by Guarantee, Sierra Leone.

The rest were: Njala University, Sierra Leone; Universite de Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso and Universite Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-Zerbo, Burkina Faso and coordinated by the DHLTU, Ghana with DMTR Consulting as the project consultant.

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