The Rotary Club of Kumasi-Premier International, the fourth Rotary Club in Kumasi, will be inaugurated on Friday, June 28, 2024, at a prestigious ceremony.
The club’s diverse membership comprises Ghanaians, Asians, and individuals from various nationalities, reflecting the inclusive spirit of Rotary.
The event will feature a fundraising session aimed at supporting the screening and acute care of children of head porters in the Central Business District (CBD) of Adum, Kumasi.
Rotary International is a renowned humanitarian service organization that unites a global network of volunteer professionals and business leaders dedicated to addressing the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges.
With 1.4 million members across 46,000 clubs in over 200 countries, Rotary has a strong presence in Ghana, with 67 clubs, including three in Kumasi.
The charter night will be graced by distinguished guests, including the Chief of Feyiase, Nana Addae Gyamera I, District Governor David Osei Amankwah, Regional Police Commander ACP Frank Abrokwah, and General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Central Command, Brigadier General Michael Opoku.
This development aligns with the District Governor’s announcement at the recent Rotary International District 9104 annual conference (DISCON 24) in Kumasi, where plans were unveiled to establish multiple rotary clubs in Kumasi, expanding the district’s reach and impact.
An honorary doctorate degree has been conferred on the former District Chief Executive (DCE) for Amansie Central in the Ashanti Region, Nana Kwame Asamoah Bosteng, by the Elohim Theological College & Seminary.
The colourful awards ceremony was held at Asokwa in Kumasi on Friday, 21st June 2024.
Jon.Dr.Nana Kwame Asamoah Boateng
The concluding part of the full citation that catalogued the educational background, work experience, positions held in both private & public, his political contributions to humanity, as well as numerous developmental projects initiated during his tenure as DCE, is given below:
FOR YOUR DEDICATION TO YOUR CALLING AS A HUMANITARIAN AND A PHILANTHROPIST, YOUR INTELLECTUAL INSIGHTS, YOUR PRICELESS AND TIMELESS RESEARCH ON ISSUES RELATED TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, HUMILITY AND THE SOCIETY IN GENERAL, THE DOCTORAL BOARD OF ELOHIM THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE & SEMINARY, UNDER THE DIRECTION AND LEADERSHIP OF ARCHBISHOP – ELECT, DR. KWAME ABURAM ANOFF SR., HAS CONFERRED ON YOU AN HONORARY DOCTORATE DEGREE IN HUMANE LETTERS, D.HL (HONORIS CAUSA) AWARDS – on this 21st day of June, 2024, in the city of Accra – Ghana. Congratulations
The citation
The full citation that accompanied the honorary doctorate degree conferred on
Nana Kwame Asamoah Boateng, who was awarded alongside many high-profile Ghanaians, is attached below:
“You are a Distinguished person with a high level of self-determination and motivation,very consistent ,reliable and diligent in all endeavours.You are an outstanding man with a personal objective of contributing your quota to maximize profit in every environment you finds yourself.
Based on your numerous work experience and exposure over the years,you have acquired the ability for problem solving,strategic thinking,planning and decision making.
As far as the concept of selling to attract funding.You are a dynamic ,focused, goal oriented and diligent person with excellent communication and organizational skills.
You are very analytical and able to handle responsibilities with or without supervision and has a strong good team spirit as well.This is reflected in your work experience. You are an ambitious man, who is very dedicated, energetic ,dynamic,a team player with a flexible approach, a quick and confident leaner.
You holds a middle level school leaving certificate ,GCE ‘O’Level & ‘A’ level certificates, General course in Construction certificate, Construction Technician certificate I & II Certificates, Advanced Diploma in Project Management certificate-UK and Bachelor of Science in Construction Technology and Management certificate.
You were the Managing Director for Interstates KAB Ltd which is into general building & construction from 1997-2004,District Chief Executive(DCE)for Amansie Central District of the Ashanti region from 2005-2007,elected as Deputy Ashanti regional secretary of NPP from 2010-2015,reappointed as DCE for Amansie Central District from 2017-2021 and has been the Managing Director for Interstates KAB Ltd from 2021 till today.
The following infrastructural projects were initiated and completed during Hon.Nana Kwame Asamoah-Boateng’s administration as two -term DCE for Amansie Central district;Construction of the District Assembly block at Jacobu,District Chief Executive and Senior staff quarters at Jacobu,District education headquarters at Jacobu,District Agriculture office at Jacobu,Junior staff bungalow at Jacobu,District police bungalow at Jacobu,Jacobu Senior High Technical School’s Boys dormitory, Girls dormitory,computer science block,Six(6) unit classroom block,SDA JHS,DA JHS,Jacobu Market square,Jacobu lorry park and toilet facility,females and males ward,etc.
About Ten(10) area health centres and Chip Compounds including Nurses quarters ,re-grading of feeder roads in the district yearly,over 70 basic schools completed,established a new government Senior High School at Subyeaso /Tweapease in the Amansie Central and one 60-seater bus and one(1) Toyota pick-up were lobbied for the school.
One (1) 60 Seater bus and one(1) Toyota pick-up was also lobbied for Jacobu Senior High Technical School.Other projects implemented include;construction of ICCES new Afoako Technical Vocational Institute,over 150 students of tertiary institutions were assisted with government scholarships,agricultural equipment and other farm inputs were supplied to cocoa farmers,lobbied for the construction of District court at Jacobu,construction of District police headquarters at Jacobu,construction of Aboabo lorry park at Afoako,supported several people living with disabilities,yearly supply of rice,oild ,tomatoes, cash and many more to the aged in the various communities within the Amansie central district, donation of trunks,matrresses,pillows,cash and chop boxes etc to needy students in the district. You are also first to introduce “community mining” in the country in the year 2018 and it is through your efforts that the first tarred road from Afoako junction to Jacobu was constructed.
You are a Mentor and a role model to many, a life coach, a researcher, a philanthropist and a humanitarian through your philanthropic services, multitude have experienced new life, salvation and hope.
FOR YOUR DEDICATION TO YOUR CALLING AS A HUMANITARIAN AND A PHILANTROPIST,YOUR INTELLECTUCAL INSIGHTS,YOUR PRICELESS AND TIMELESS RESEARCH ON ISSUES RELATED TO CMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT,HUMILITY AND THE SOCIETY IN GENERAL,THE DOCTORAL BOARD OF ELLOHIM THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE & SEMINARY,UNDER THE DIRECTION AND LEADERSHIP OF ARCHBISHOP –ELECT,DR.KWAME ABURAM ANOFF SR.HAS CONFERED ON YOU AS HONORARY DOCTORATE DEGREE IN HUMANE LETTERS,D.HL,(HONORIS CAUSA).AWARDS This 21st Day of June,2024 in the City of Accra-Ghana.Congratulations!1!
In his response to the honour,Hon. Dr.Nana Kwame Asamoah Boateng, thanked the almighty God for the honour done him He,also thanked Elohim Theological college & Seminary, for seeing his contributions to society , especially when he was the DCE for Amansie Central. He, was grateful that, they have seen his contributions and decided to honour.According to him,the award gives him more challenge to continue to do more to the society.
He, however,tasked individuals, who had the opportunity to occupy public organizations to commit themselves and work diligently at all times.
Among distinguished personalities honoured were; the Members of Parliament (MPs) for Juaben Constituency, Hon. Ama Pomaa, Hon. Freda Prempeh, MP for Tano-North, and MP for Sefwi Akontombra, Alex Tettey etc
The Paramount Chief of the Prang Traditional Area in the Pru West District of the Bono East Region, Nana Kwadwo Nyarko III, has said he will forever be grateful to the Akufo-Addo administration for transforming the socio-economic condition of the people in the area.
According to him, the district has had its fair share of the national cake, and he believes the people will transfer the gesture into votes in the upcoming general election.
Nana Nyarko made these comments in an interview on Friday, 21st June 2024.
The chief said some people often misquote him and associate him with the ruling New Patriotic Party. He denied it, saying it is not factual.
He explained that, as a visionary chief, he needs to always commend any government that brings progress and development to his people, so as to encourage that government to do more for them.
Nana Kwadwo Nyarko III
The Pranghene, a former Council of State member during former President Jerry John Rawlings’s administration, further explained that he was ready to praise any other government in future that would also bring similar developmental projects to his area for the betterment of his people.
The ongoing Prang town roads project
However, he said, as a respected chief, he does not dabble in partisan politics.
Nana Nyarko recounted how Prang was neglected in terms of progress and development but, fortunately, his people had now witnessed massive development in the areas of education, health infrastructure, roads, water expansion, among other social interventions.
He disclosed that his predecessor, Nana Kwadwo Nyarko II, prior to his demise, advised him to always have a positive mindset, be accommodative, be willing to always forgive others, be neutral, fair and above all be God-fearing to make the Prang paramountcy an enviable one.
Regarding the reshaping of the Prang town and the Agenda 111 hospital project of which Pru West is a beneficiary, the chief said he would organise a durbar and lead his people to thank the government for improving the state of Prang.
Concerning the Bono East Regional feeder roads office located at Prang which had already been commissioned but the staff had not reported yet, he said he had reliably been informed that water was being connected to the area to address the challenge.
Nana Nyarko, therefore, entreated his people to continue to rally behind him in the interest of development.
Ambassador Kabral Blay-Amihere, a former President of Ghana Journalist Association (GJA) and Diplomat, has commended the contributions of Ghana’s media in the development of the country.
According to him, the media has contributed to Ghana’s democracy and development more than any profession in the country, for which reason it must be commended.
Ambassador Kabral Blay-Amihere
He made these comments at the 75th anniversary of GJA public lecture series held in Kumasi on Tuesday,18th June 2024, at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST).
The 75th GJA anniversary public lecture was under the topic: “75 Years of Excellence in Journalism: Honouring the Past and Embracing the Present”.
The public lecture was organised by GJA, in collaboration with the Department of Language and Communication Studies, KNUST.
He said the National Media Commission (NMC) should never compromise on its vision, but rather live up to its responsibility and social contract with the people of Ghana and promote both ethical and responsible journalism at all times. It should also embrace what the future holds for all journalists.
According to him, the effectiveness of the NMC cannot only be achieved in the passage of broadcasting law; that would empower NMC to carry out its duties…
He expressed concerns over ethical violation, sensationalism and misinformation which Ghana’s media should avoid.
According to him, Ghanaian journalists should have every reason to be proud of their impact and contributions since the Gold Coast days.
Professor Amin Alhassan, Director- General, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, also stated that GJA gave birth to Ghana’s independence…
He added that all media houses are going through very difficult times and it is time to have serious conversations about it in order to rescue the journalism industry.
He mentioned that platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, etc, do not invest in production, but they take the best of advertising revenues.
He stressed that, as a people, there was the need to have a conversation to reflect on it to save media houses.
He stated that the future of journalism is at stake, hence the need to start a conversation to help protect it from losing its core mandate.
Source: Ernest Best Anane
Ghana’s declining performance on the Global Peace Index as reported is alarming. Here are some objective analysis and suggestions on how the Women’s Network for Peace Ghana could help address this issue.
Firstly, it’s concerning to see Ghana’s ranking drop from 40th place in 2022 to 55th place in 2024 on this influential global Index. This indicates a deterioration in the country’s overall peace and stability, which could have significant implications for its economic and social development, as well as its international reputation.
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SDiana Oppong Mensah
The Women’s Network for Peace Ghana is well-positioned to play a constructive role in addressing this challenge, especially as Ghana prepares for important elections in December 2024. Some focus areas we would consider:
Promoting inclusive national dialogue: Facilitate discussions that bring together diverse stakeholders – political parties, civil society, religious/traditional leaders, youth groups, etc. to collectively identify the root causes of instability and forge consensus on solutions.
Strengthening early warning mechanisms: Work with local communities to establish systems that can detect early signs of tension or potential violence, allowing for proactive intervention before situations escalate.
Enhancing women’s leadership in peacebuilding: Ensure women’s voices and perspectives are meaningfully included in all peace processes and election-related activities, drawing on their unique insights and roles in maintaining social cohesion.
Mobilizing youth as agents of peace: Develop programs that educate and empower young people to be advocates for non-violence, tolerance and responsible citizenship during the electoral period.
Leveraging media and technology: Utilize diverse communication channels to disseminate messages promoting peace, democratic principles and civic engagement leading up to the elections.
Collaborating with authorities: Work constructively with election management bodies, security forces and other state institutions to strengthen electoral integrity, conflict resolution mechanisms and respect for human rights.
By adopting a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder approach, the Women’s Network for Peace Ghana can help address the underlying drivers of Ghana’s declining peace index ranking and contribute to a more stable, secure and cohesive society ahead of the crucial 2024 elections.
Source:Diana Oppong Mensah
President,Women’s Network for Peace Ghana
Eleven people, including two minors, drowned on Tuesday evening when a boat in which they were travelling on the Oti River capsized.
Six people have been rescued and five others are still missing.
The Assembly member of Dambai Lakeside, Mr. Emmanuel Atali, said that soon after the news, a massive rescue operation was launched by Navy officials and local boat operators.
Immediately, four women, including a baby girl, were found and rushed for intensive care at Dambai Health Centre, Mr Atali told the Ghana News Agency (GNA).
The boat, which took off from Dambai, was heading towards Njari, a farming and fishing community under Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region when the disaster struck.
Sources said the passengers on board were returning from Dambai market, which comes up every Monday and Tuesday.
Mr Clement Kwasi Checki, Chairman of Boat Operators expressed deep grief over the incident.
“I am deeply grieved by the loss of lives due to the boat accident; my thoughts are with the bereaved families, and I pray to the Almighty to give them strength to withstand this immense loss.”
The GNA, as at the time of filing this report, noted that searches were underway to find the five other missing persons.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is scheduled to visit the Ga State on Sunday, June 9, 2024. This historic visit will culminate in a special durbar hosted by the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, at the forecourt of his palace.
The event follows the Ga Mantse’s recent participation in the 25th-anniversary celebration of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s ascension to the throne, as well as his 74th birthday celebration.
This reciprocal visit underscores the relationship between the two traditional leaders.
Nii Boye Abbey and Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
Nii Boye Abbey, a senior member of the planning committee, provided details about the Asante king’s visit during a press conference.
The visit is highly anticipated and symbolises a significant cultural exchange between the Asante and Ga states.
“The Office of the Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II and the Ga Traditional Council wish to announce the special visit of the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to the Ga State on Sunday, June 9, 2024.
“The visit will be crowned with a special durbar hosted by King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II the Ga Mantse. It is a historic visit and it will rekindle the strong ties of friendship between the Gas and the Ashantis.”Source: Myjoyonline.com
My attention has been drawn to a statement by NDC’s National Communication officer claiming that the judge in the ambulance trial has directed the Attorney General, Godfred Dame, “to stay away from the trial on grounds of professional and prosecutorial misconduct”.
Some scenes after the court proceedings
This statement is blatant falsehood and a complete misrepresentation of what transpired in court today. As a matter of fact, the court dismissed all the four applications filed by Dr Ato Forson and Richard Jakpa seeking to truncate the criminal trial and an order of inquiry into the conduct of the AG.
The court said there was no legal ground for any of the applications by the two accused persons. Obviously, disappointed by the ruling, The NDC is only seeking to mislead and deceive the public once again.
The learned judge only advised the AG that in view of all that had happened, she would advise him not to personally conduct the matter but rather allow the other attorneys of the Office of the Attorney-General to continue with the trial. The judge actually clarified after the ruling that she never ordered the Attorney-General not to continue handling the matter.
On the issue of the admission of the secretly recorded telephone conversation, the court stated that the admission of the tape has no bearing on the weight to be placed on it.
In the circumstances of this case, the judge said that the tape was not relevant as the conversation did not show that the Attorney-General asked Richard Jakpa to help him make his case.
She said she had listened to the tape 10 times and did not hear the Attorney-General say those words. On the contrary, those words came from Richard Jakpa himself.
Edmund Kyei writes: I plead with Ghanaian youth to have faith and vote massively for Dr. Bawumia
Opinion
Ghana began its Democratic Governance in 1992 and has brought five(5) Vice Presidents, which makes Dr Mahamudu Bawumia the 5th Vice President of the Republic of Ghana.
The Vice President has had a track record of just being the second in command after the President and always relying on the achievements of the President and Government without having any national policy or program attributed to the Vice President. H.E. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has shown to be a record breaker of having many policies and programs to his credit and vice president of the Republic of Ghana.
The vice president has many achievements to himself aside from the general government policies and programs.
Edmund Kyei
Today, many Ghanaians are saved from the stress of queuing in long queues just to transfer mobile money from their network to different networks, today an MTN user can send mobile money to any other network through his or her MTN network same as other network users can also do.
The Ghana card identification for all Ghanaians is one great achievement the Vice President can always boast of. Getting access to medical products to hospital for patients has become so easy through the introduction of the Zipline drones, which transport these to hospitals at a speed to avoid any reliance.
Agenda 111, which seeks to build hundred and eleven(111) hospitals in districts across the country.
This has made access to medical attention easier than the old ways of travelling for long to seek medical attention.
The Zongo development fund has lifted the face of Zongo communities with many facilities and developmental projects.
The Go Taxi Ride program is also an intervention from the Vice President, which has tackled and slowed the unemployment rate by providing affordable vehicles to many Ghanaians who use them for commercial purposes.
The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana has shown to be up to task and trustworthy.
I plead with Ghanaian youth to have faith in him and hand over the steering wheel of this country into his hands as he has only pleaded for.
I am confident that he will deliver and make Ghana prosperous.
