Accra, July 10, 2024 MTN Ghana, in partnership with HR Focus, recently hosted a conference at MTN House in Accra for over 120 Human Resource (HR) professionals.
The conference, held under the theme “Reinventing HR Processes in the Digital Era,” focused on discussions related to HR and the adoption of digital tools like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform HR processes including recruitment, digital onboarding, analytics, employee wellbeing, and employee experience.
Paul Norman, MTN Group Chief Human Resources Officer, who joined online, expressed his excitement at connecting with fellow HR professionals and leaders across Ghana.
He emphasized the rapid advancements in the HR field driven by technological innovations and the increasing importance of digitalization and AI in enhancing employee experience. Mr. Norman mentioned that AI is now being implemented to improve the lives of employees.
Mr. Norman announced the upcoming launch of the First Global People Report by MTN, providing an overview of the key factors shaping MTN’s Employee Value Proposition and creating an effective workplace.
Mr. Abdallah Ibrahim, the acting Chief Human Resource Officer of MTN Ghana, encouraged HR professionals to embrace and leverage digitalization to revolutionize HR practices and drive organizational excellence. He stressed the importance of adapting to the digital world as HR practitioners and highlighted the pivotal role that technology plays in reshaping HR.
Naa Latiorkor Senah, the Senior Manager for Organizational Development at MTN Ghana, took part in a panel discussion where she elaborated on how HR professionals can embrace digitalization of HR processes to drive business outcomes.
Other panel speakers included Emmanuel Woyome, Career Services Manager at Academic City University College, and Harry Baiden, CEO of Agregar Tech Ltd, who shared valuable insights into the importance of upskilling and reskilling in the digital age.
The conference also featured interactive networking sessions that focused on innovative practices and emerging digital trends in HR.
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An aspiring Parliamentary Candidate for the Manhyia South Constituency in the Ashanti Region, Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, has picked the number one (1) position on the ballot.
This was after a successful vetting and balloting process for the election set for Sunday, 14th July 2024, to get a replacement for Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as Napo, who has been confirmed as running mate to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the ruling New Patriotic Party Flagbearer.
The vetting committee cleared all the four persons who successfully filled their nomination papers prior to the close of nomination on Tuesday, 9th July 2024.
The balloting positions of the aspirants were:
Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh #1
Lawyer Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah #2
Akwasi Cooker Gyambibi #3
James Owusu Boakye #4.
Some sympathisers of Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, the current Manhyia South Constituency Treasurer, trooped to the constituency office to offer him massive support.
Speaking to journalists, he declared his readiness to continue the good legacies of the incumbent Member of Parliament, who has been selected as Bawumia’s running mate, with diligence and commitment.
According to him, his constituents deserve a leader who would understand their needs and translate them into policy interventions.
Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, who is also the biological brother of Napo, expressed his gratitude to the people for their unwavering support and love.
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Attached is the profile of Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh:
All you need to know about Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, the preferred person to replace Napo in Manhyia South*
PERSONAL DATA OF OWUSU AFRIYIE PREMPEH
Date of Birth: February 4, 1979
Nationality: Ghanaian
Professional Qualification/Membership
Institute of Chartered Accountants, ICAG (Ghana)
ICAG, Member
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountant, CIMA (UK)
ACMA/CGMA, Member
Education
•London School of Accountancy & Management (UK) (2006-2010)
CIMA Qualified in 2010
•University of Westminster (London)
•European School of Business (CERAM), Sophia Antipolis (France) (Dual Master’s Degree Programme with a semester abroad) (2004-2005)
MSc International Finance
•Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (Ghana) (1999-2002)
Bachelor of Arts (HONS) Law & Sociology
•Prempeh College (Ghana) (1989-1996)
G.C.E ‘O’ and ‘A’ Levels
Relevant Professional Experiences
•Ghana National Petroleum Corporation; Manager, Corporate Finance (May 2024 to date)
Duties include:
Working capital management
Cash management and invoicing
Cash flow forecast and daily fund positions
Monitoring of loans, letters of credit (LC) covenants and foreign currency needs
Payroll processing and analysis
Designing and maintaining a system of policies and procedures on treasury activities
•Ghana National Petroleum Corporation; Manager, Institutional Reporting (December 2023 to May 2024)
Duties included:
Reporting to external stakeholders
Preparing and publish annual reports to relevant agencies
Enhancing transparency and governance through the publication of statutory reports
•Ghana National Petroleum Corporation; Principal Accounts Officer (October 2018 to December 2023)
Duties included:
Preparing and submitting draft Corporate Budget document.
Issuing quarterly budget performance report for submission to State Interest and Governance
Authority (SIGA)
Leading the mid-year budget review process and issue a draft report
Serving as Finance representative on Tender Evaluation Panel, analyse and advise the panel on the
financial statements of the tenderers
•Member of the Natural Gas Clearing House Reconciliation team
•Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited; Treasury Officer, (August 2018 to 15th October 2018)
Duties included:
Ensuring that the Bank’s assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are revalued daily
Preparing Daily and Weekly Management Reports
•The Royal Bank Limited, Ghana; Assistant Vice President, (April 2013 to August 2018)
Duties included:
Conducting Money Market Deals
Trading on the FX Market to ensure that the Bank operates within open position limit and meets its
customers’ requirements
Ensuring efficient management of the Bank’s investments
Managing Regulatory Prudential Reserve Requirement
Ensuring that the Bank’s assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are revalued daily
Preparing Weekly Management Reports
•Investpro Ghana Limited, Ghana; Investment Officer (May 2011- December 2012)
Duties included:
Deputising for the Executive Director in respect of investment advisory matters
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the investment section
Ensuring that the investment section operates effectively and efficiently
UK Star Group, London; Assistant Accountant (January 2010 –April 2011)
Duties included:
Assisting in the preparation of internal reporting documents such as monthly management accounts,
budgets and forecasts.
Maintenance of various ledgers
Preparing financial statements and reports as per regulatory and legal requirements
•Showforce UK Ltd, London; Health and Safety Officer (2006-2008)
Duties included:
Ensuring safety of clients and staff
Ensuring the compliance of health and safety regulations on site
•Manhyia Palace Secretariat (Ghana); Administrative Assistant (2003-2004)
Duties included:
Assisting in the production of budgets and cash flow projections
Helping in performing full charge book keeping through financial statements
•Manhyia Palace Museum (Ghana); National Service Personnel (1997-1999)
Duties included:
Acting as a tour guide
Assisting the Curator in the performance of his duties
Certificates Awarded
The Art of Leadership, Dubai (December 2021)
Exploration and Production Accounting, Levels 1&2, London (November 2019)
Analytics and Big Data, Accra (June 2019)
Excellence Award for participating in Treasury Bourse Game, Citibank, Accra (June 2016) – 1st
Prize.
Africa at the Heart of Volatile Global Markets, Paris (October 2015)
Strategic Assets and Liabilities Management and Risk Management, Ghana International Bank,
Accra (August 2015)
Money Market Operations, National Banking College, Accra (March 2015)
A suspected gay-man at Kronum,has run to Canada after some homophobic mob nearly lynched him for having amorous relationship with his colleague males, an act which is abominable in Ghanaian culture.
Suspect Sampson Yeboah,who is believed to be in his early fifties and a businessman, is believed to be practicing homosexuality for a long time even though,he is legally married and has two children (their names disclosed) according to the local residents.
Suspect Sampson Yeboah
One Evans Owusu, a resident in the area, stated that Mr. Yeboah, has been suspected of being a homosexual years ago, but always deny when approached.
According to him, the suspect had once been summoned before some chiefs and elders of his evil act but sworn to have turned a new leaf.
“It is on record that man (Sampson Yeboah),has been caught having amorous relationship with one Isaac Mainoo,and Musah but denied vehemently but this time, he was caught with a man in his vehicle at Atwima Aburaso but managed to escape to Koforidua in the Eastern Region,” Evan reported.
“Sampson, is an influential in the community and has been suspected of organizing parties in his house for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and others (LGBTQ+) members because of his wealth.
Homosexuality is a sin before God,and “we will deal with him whenever we get him. He can run but he can never hide,” he vowed.
Many residents that this reporter spoke to alleged that the suspect is a known homosexual,who have been having sexual affairs with fellow gay-men.
According to them, he was once beaten to pulp by some homophobic mob, after he was caught with one Musah at Aboabo in the Kumasi metropolis.
It was also learnt that, Sampson Yeboah, has allegedly suffered inexorable attacks for being a gay and has escaped lynching severally.
A member of Sampson Yeboah’s relative, who spoke on condition of anonymity, disclosed that, he (Sampson Yeboah) managed to leave Ghana on March 3, 2024,after a friend of his got him a Canadian visitor’s visa.
“Since they (residents) got to know that,he has travelled, they have been threatening us for aiding him to run but we couldn’t sit there unconcerned as a family to see him die just because he is bisexual. Two of his vehicles have been vandalized and set ablaze” she lamented.
“Sampson Yeboah is now in Canada because he believes the culture and values there are friendly towards homosexuality,” a family member also stressed.
Homosexuality is a criminal offence in Ghana and actors and activists are sometimes subjected to stiffer and tougher treatment by their own families or acquaintances, whiles police most of the time look on apathetic because of the stereotype.
The parliament of Ghana, early this year, voted to pass a controversial bill to severely restrict LGBTO+ rights, and this moved has been condemned by right activists.
This bill is before the president of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to be assented into.
Once it is passed into law, actors would face imprisonment ranging from six months to three years.
The bill also imposes a prison sentence to three(3) to five(5) years for the “willful promotion, sponsorship, or support of LGBTQ+” activities”.
Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, running mate of the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia says no president, not even the revered first President of Ghana, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, has developed Ghana like the current President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
He indicated that President Akufo-Addo’s accomplishments are unmatched.
Speaking during his outdooring in Kumasi on Tuesday, NAPO lauded the President’s development initiatives and transformative leadership.
Dr Mathew Opoku Prempeh aka Napo
“Since independence from 1957 till today, we’ve not had any president that has helped Ghana like Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. I say from 1957 to now if you take your Kwame Nkrumah, no one has become president who has protected Ghana and moved it forward like Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo,” NAPO stated.
Bawuma introducing Napo to Asanateman
President Akufo-Addo officially outdooring Bawuma-Napo ticket at Kumasi Jubilee park
He stressed that under President Akufo-Addo’s leadership, Ghana has seen substantial progress in various sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, and the economy.
NAPO underscored that the government’s policies, such as the Free SHS policy and the One District, One Factory initiative, have been widely praised for their impact on the nation’s development
In a fierce contest that showcased some of the brightest young minds in the Ashanti region, Kumasi High School has for the second time won the LUV FM-PEPSODENT High School Debate.
This marks their return to the top, following their previous victory two years ago.
In a nail-biting faceoff with Our Lady of Grace Senior High School (OLAG), Kumasi High proved once again that they are among the most formidable competitors in interscholastic debates.
The riveting contest centered on the motion: “The rising cost of living cannot be blamed on the government”.
Debaters from both schools presented compelling arguments supported by extensive research. However, Kumasi High School had the eloquence and convincing delivery to sway the judges in their favor.
“We owe this victory to countless late nights spent brainstorming ideas, reviewing evidence, and refining our strategy. It took discipline, commitment, and resilience from everyone involved,” said Joshua Kwabena Afram, Supporting Speaker for Kumasi High School.
Baba Hudu Ibrahim, debate trainer of Kumasi High School, expressed immense pride in his institution’s accomplishment.
Reflecting on the journey leading up to their victory, Baba Hudu emphasized how participating in such tournaments provides valuable opportunities beyond merely acquiring communication skills.
“We are coming for our third trophy because these experiences shape our students into confident communicators and insightful analysts capable of engaging constructively in conversations pertinent to societal advancement,” he noted.
Meanwhile, St. Hubert Seminary SHS took the third-place position after an intense battle with Church of Christ SHS.
LUV FM General Manager, Jimmy Aglah, described the enthusiasm demonstrated by all competing schools as inspiring and promising for Ghana’s future.
As preparations commence for the 2025 edition, Kumasi High School will undoubtedly remain a force to reckon with, spurred on by their recent achievement.
Yet even as they celebrate, it remains certain that the stage is now set for another intriguing battle of wit in the coming year.
The high school debate had Pepsodent Cavity Fighter toothpaste as headline sponsor. Others include Jackson University College, Bigoo Cola, Fortune Spread for bread and Christian Service University.
Supporters for the debate are Cowbell Milk, Naky Publications, Ultimate Land Hub, Jamaa Soap, Flora Tissues, Super Lovek and Top Choco. Others are Best Brain Publications, New Generation Investment Services, DBS Industries, Otuasekan Rural Bank, Dunamis Plast Company, Seed Travel Consult, Tradewinds Chemist, The Rub Haven, Slim and Fit and Daksa Dental Clinic.
Source: Nana Boakye Yiadom
His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has blessed Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Flagbearer of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), and his running mate, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Manhyia South, who doubles as Energy Minister.
The King of Asante Kingdom gave his blessings on Tuesday, 9th July 2024, at the Manyhia Palace when President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo officially presented Dr. Bawumia and Dr. Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as Napo, to him and the Asanteman Council ahead of the December 7 elections.
Credit for pictures:Opemsuo radio
The Asantehene recounted how he brought up his grandson, Napo. He said Napo sought his advice when he decided to enter politics after Dr. Kwame Addo Kufuor, former MP for Manhyia South and former Defence Minister, had decided not to contest as MP again.
He said when President Akufo-Addo assumed power, he informed him (Otumfuo) that he wanted to appoint Napo as Education Minister.
Napo and wife at Manhyia palace
Again, when the President won his second term, he came to inform him about his decision to move Napo from the Education Ministry to the Energy Ministry.
“I’m very happy that the President himself has publicly testified about the good works of Napo in the two ministries,” Otumfuo pointed out.
He said he had already held a closed-door meeting with his grandson and given him all the needed advice to enable him to continue to succeed in all his endeavours.
“We’ll continue to pray for Napo. I urge him to give Dr. Bawumia the needed support to justify the confidence reposed in him by selecting him as his running mate,” he added.
Dr.Bawumia and Dr.Mathew Opoku Prempeh aka Napo
Otumfuo renewed his advice to the NPP and other political parties to publicise their achievements and tell Ghanaians what they’re capable of doing should they be given the mandate.
Earlier, President Akufo-Addo showered praises on Dr Opoku Prempeh for his good performance in the educational sector, especially during the implementation of the Free Senior High School policy.
He added that Napo’s performance in the Energy Ministry had also been excellent.
“Otumfuo, I’ve worked with both Dr. Bawumia and your own grandson, and I know they’re capable of continuing the good foundation I’ve laid; they’ll implement policies and programmes needed to accelerate the needed development,” he stressed.
President Akufo-Addo also seized the opportunity to thank Otumfuo and Asanteman for the support given him as President for two terms.
The Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has eulogized the West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) for making giant strides towards curtailing examination malpractices in the country.
He pledged the Education Ministry’s preparedness to continue collaborating with WAEC and other stakeholders towards winning the fight against exam malpractice in the country.
Dr Adutwum announced this after visiting the Accra College of Education Demonstration School to monitor the ongoing BECE on Monday.
A total of 570,461 candidates are currently writing the exams in 2,123 centres across the country.
The exams would be used as the means of determining the qualification for the candidates’ selection of courses at Senior High as well as Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions next academic year.
Innovations
The Education Minister said although the serialization of exam questions which started three years ago has been successful, they were now considering introducing e-testing which would lead to a computer selecting a set of questions for every student and this would prevent exam malpractices.
Dr.Osei Yaw Adutwum inspecting ongoing exam
He wished all the candidates writing the exams well and prayed that they work very hard so they pass well so that they would be able to continue their education.
The Ayawaso West Municipal Director of Education, Madam Margaret Kaba, assured the Minister that everything possible would be done to ensure that the exams were conducted without any incident.
She hinted that a total of 1,345 candidates were writing the BECE in the Municipality of which 695 were boys and the remaining 650 were girls.
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) MASLOC,Hon.Kwabena Nkansah Asamoah,has congratulated the Member of Parliament (MP) for Manhyia south,who doubles as Energy Minister,Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh aka Napo,on his unanimous appointment as the running mate to Dr.Mahamudu Bawuma for the 2024 general election.
The attached below is the congratulatory message flyer;
The NPP’s Parliamentary Candidate for Sekyere Afram Plains Constituency, Mr. George Akom has donated Solar Lights to Junior High Schools without electricity in Sekyere to aid in their preparation towards their Basic School Certificate Examinations ( BECE).
Sekyere Afram Plains District, which is one of the under privileged districts in the Ashanti region lacks a lot of social amenities and developmental infrastructures. Electricity penetration is very low which after a lot of social – economic activities in the district.
As part of efforts to support education in the district, the Parliamentary Candidate has embarked on several educational interventions to improve teaching and learning in the district. Several trainings have been organized by him for pupils in the district to provide the best opportunities for them in the future. He has organized mocks, donated mathematical sets and organized inter – schools football games in the past for the schools in the district as his contribution to education.
As many of the JHS schools do not have electricity which affects night studies, Mr. George Akom went into the aid of the schools and donated Solar Lights which are supposed to help the BECE Candidates study in the night and revise their lessons. He also donated mathematical sets to the candidates to be used for their BECE Exams.
The communities that benefitted from such an innovation intervention could not hide their joy as they cheered the Parliamentary Candidate up for his benevolence.
They encouraged him to continue such projects which could lay solid foundation for the future of the district
In related development, Mr. George Akom also organized Career Guidance and Programme Selection session for all the BECE Candidates as a means to prepare them for their future career path
The program which saw presentations from career experts, guidance and counseling experts and high profile educationists put together parents and stakeholders to discuss academic and professional development of their children.
The Parliamentary Candidate also provided means of transportation to all schools what were to travel from their respective communities to the examination centre, Drobonso the district capital
Many have described Mr. George Akom as a leader whose vision transcends across all facets of human development and empowerment.
Mr. George Akom, who is a renowned educationist and information systems expert had contributed in diverse ways in the field of education and information technology.
He has been tipped to win the seat for NPP in the Sekyere Afram Plains Constituency come December 7, 2024.
