The CEO of Coconut Grove Regency Hotel, Mr Ralph Ayitey, has called on the hospitality industry to join him in promoting Ghanaian products, particularly locally produced poultry.

Speaking at the launch of the Ghana Poultry Festival 2025 in Accra on Tuesday, April 15, at the Tourist Information Centre, Mr Ayitey highlighted the vast potential of the Ghanaian poultry industry in contributing to the country’s economy.

He emphasised the importance of serving guests what Ghana produces locally, rather than relying on the same imported chicken from their countries.

“Tourists travel to Ghana to experience Ghana and our food,” Ayitey said. “What do these people produce for me to try? Let us be deliberate about it.” He noted that his hotel, which has been in operation for over 25 years, has made a conscious decision to serve locally sourced products, including poultry, fruit juices, fresh fish, and furniture.

“We believe that serving our clients with what we produce locally has greatly contributed to us coming this far,” Ayitey said. “We’ve been deliberate about serving local fruit juices, fresh fish from Elmina, and Tilapia from the Volta Lake. And now, we’re encouraging all hospitality outfits to help a brother or sister to consume locally raised poultry to save our motherland.”

Mr Ayitey highlighted the significant impact that importing poultry has on Ghana’s economy, citing the staggering figure of over 600,000 imported chickens consumed daily. “This isn’t just about chicken-poultry simply,” he said. “It’s about jobs. It’s about building a Ghana that feeds itself, employs its own, ‘its own’ pay taxes and believes in its own – let’s build our homeland Ghana.”

The CEO emphasised that the theme for this year’s Poultry Day Festival, “Investing in the Local Poultry Sector: A Means to Creating Jobs, Promoting Agritourism, and Improving Food Security,” is not just a slogan, but a strategy for national transformation and renewal. He called on the government to partner with the private sector to support the local poultry industry, including offering tax incentives, affordable financing, and proper cold chain infrastructure.

His plea is not just about promoting local products, but also about creating jobs and stimulating economic growth. “When Ghana’s poultry thrives, Ghana wins – on food security, on jobs, on health, on agritourism and economic growth,” he said.

“Ghana consumes over 600,000 imported chickens every single day, with an average of 1.2kg… but we know we have 592k unemployed people,” Ayitey noted. “My friends, does that add up to you? This isn’t just about chicken – poultry simply. It’s about jobs. It’s about building a Ghana that feeds itself, employs its own, ‘its own’ pay taxes and believes in its own – let’s build our homeland Ghana.”

The CEO’s call to action is simple: let’s make Ghana chicken the preferred choice. “Let’s say it loud and proud: Ghana Chicken is Fresh. Healthy. Safe. Ghanaian,” he declared. By promoting locally raised poultry, Mr Ayitey, who’s also the National Treasurer of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), believes that Ghana can create a thriving industry that benefits both the economy and the people.

About the Ghana Poultry Day

The Ghana Poultry Day festival’s primary goal is to promote the consumption and patronage of locally produced poultry while highlighting its nutritional and medicinal benefits.

The festival also aims to raise awareness about the poultry sector’s role in employment, food security, and economic growth. This initiative is in collaboration with the Ghana Poultry Farmers Association, the Ghana Egg Secretariat, the National Farmers and Fishermen Award Winners Association, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, and various other stakeholders, to promote the consumption of locally produced chicken.

The 5th edition of the festival will take place at the forecourt of the State House on July 1, 2025.

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Council of Elders Chair for South Africa, Benjamin Kofi Quashie, says the NDC is in the position to defeat the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in any future election.

He highlighted that from the 2024 elections defeat to the NPP, and the approval ratings the NDC is enjoying, the NDC stands to win against the NPP in any future election.

“I have said that anytime, any day, and in any election held between the NPP with Dr. Bawumia as their candidate, and the NDC, we would beat them hands down,” he stressed in an interview on Joy News on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Sharing his views on the possible leaders of the NDC post-Mahama, he counseled the party to stay focussed in delivering on their current mandate which puts them in a good stead in winning future elections.

Touching on the current Vice President leading the race post-Mahama, and without prejudice to the other names listed to lead the NDC post-Mahama, he said that the current Vice President leading the race would not be surprising.

Quashie emphasised that, as the first female Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast and the first female Vice President of Ghana, fortune might smile on her to make her lead the NDC.

Nonetheless, he indicated it was still early days in the government of President John Mahama. “He has still not completed forming his government. The party should not engage in such discussions but rather rally behind President Mahama to succeed,” he underscored.

The SA Council Chair noted that leadership of the NDC post-Mahama should be left for others to discuss, and not amongst NDC members who have a government to run.

The other potential names listed included the current Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudjeto Ablakwa, and the current NDC Chair, John Asiedu Nketia.

Reacting to how any of these persons would fare against the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Dr Bawumia, Quashie posited, with reference to the 2024 election outcome, that any of the candidates would beat Dr. Bawumia any day in a general election.

Quashie highlighted that the NDC was doing very well and their approval rating indicated that Ghanaians believed the country was headed in the right direction.

“The NDC is doing far better, and everybody in Ghana believes we are heading in the right direction. We should stay focused and forget about the naysayers”, he cautioned.

In response to the growing threat of cybercrime in Ghana, The Ghana Fintech and Payments Association, in collaboration with Cyber Bells Foundation, FinTech Management Solutions, and Village Minds Production, proudly presents Cyber Heist – a groundbreaking theatrical production that is as entertaining as it is enlightening.

Set to take the stage at the National Theatre in Accra on Friday, 2nd May 2025 at 6:00 PM, CYBER HEIST is a unique fusion of comedy, drama, and real-life scenarios that tackle the dark world of digital fraud, online scams, and cybersecurity threats. With increasing reports of cyberattacks targeting individuals and businesses alike, this production comes at a crucial time.

Cybercrime in Ghana has reached alarming levels. In 2023 alone, Ghanaians lost over GHS 59.9 million, with 35% of cases linked to online fraud.

By April 2024, reported losses had already hit GHS 10.7 million, with investment scams alone skyrocketing from GHS 421,621 in 2023 to more than GHS 1.9 million in 2024.

Scammers continue to evolve, deploying fake investment websites, phishing schemes, and deceptive social media tactics to exploit unsuspecting victims.

CYBER HEIST confronts these threats head-on, offering audiences:

• Insight into how common scams operate, including phishing, insider threats, and fake investment schemes

• Education on practical cybersecurity measures to safeguard digital identities and financial information

• Empowerment to take proactive steps in the fight against cybercrime

The play’s powerful message is delivered through laughter, drama, and reflection, making cybersecurity awareness both accessible and engaging for audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

Tickets are available now:

• Single Ticket: GHS 150

• Double Ticket: GHS 280

• To purchase, dial *713*33*092# or visit https://egotickets.com/events/cyber-heist

CYBER HEIST is written by Nii Ayi Solomon, based on a story by Kwame Awuagah, CEO of the FinTech Awards. It is directed by WK Dziewornu-Norvor and stage managed by Janet Naa Ashaley Armah—all celebrated names in Ghana’s theatre industry, committed to using the arts as a vehicle for social change.

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

The CEO of Coconut Grove Regency Hotel, Mr Ralph Ayitey, has called on all hospitality institutions operating in Ghana to follow the hotel’s lead and use only Ghanaian poultry in their establishments.

Delivering a speech as the guest speaker at the launch of the Ghana Poultry Day Festival, 2025, an initiative of Agrihouse Foundation that celebrates the Ghanaian poultry industry, Mr Ayitey emphasised the importance of supporting local poultry farmers and promoting Ghanaian products.

“We believe that serving our clients with what we produce locally has greatly contributed to us coming this far,” Ayitey said on Tuesday, April 15, at the Accra Tourist Information Centre. “We’ve been deliberate about serving local fruit juices, fresh fish from Elmina, and Tilapia from the Volta Lake. And now, we’re encouraging all hospitality outfits to help a brother or sister to consume locally raised poultry to save our motherland.”

Mr Ayitey highlighted the significant impact that importing poultry has on Ghana’s economy. “Ghana consumes over 600,000 imported chickens every single day, with an average of 1.2kg… but we know we have 592k unemployed people,” he noted. “My friends, does that add up to you? This isn’t just about chicken – poultry simply. It’s about jobs. It’s about building a Ghana that feeds itself, employs its own, ‘its own’ pay taxes and believes in its own – let’s build our homeland Ghana.”

The CEO emphasised that the theme for this year’s Poultry Day Festival, “Investing in the Local Poultry Sector: A Means to Creating Jobs, Promoting Agritourism, and Improving Food Security,” is not just a slogan, but a strategy for national transformation and renewal. “Let’s face the numbers: Ghana imports over 300,000 metric tonnes of chicken annually. That’s nearly 600,000 chickens every single day — yet only 5% of what we consume is produced locally,” he said.

He also highlighted the potential for poultry farming to contribute to Ghana’s economy, citing the example of ostrich farming. “The ostrich industry offers us a great opportunity to become net exporters of not just the meat but the leather that comes with it,” he noted.

To achieve this goal, Ayitey called for calculated and deliberate action, including innovating feed sources, building out grower partnerships, and involving the youth in poultry farming. “Let’s start early — from basic schools to the university level — and make poultry not just a subject, but a solution,” he said. “We need to develop specialised curricula, training programmes, and workshops in poultry science, animal husbandry, and agribusiness management.”

The hotelier also emphasised the importance of telling the story of Ghana’s poultry industry and building a brand around local poultry products. “Let’s say it loud and proud: Ghana Chicken is Fresh. Healthy. Safe. Ghanaian,” he declared.

Regarding the role of the government, Ayitey said, “The government will need to bolster, reinforce, and fortify the conditions that enable growth. We’re not asking for handouts. We’re asking for a partnership.” He called on the government to offer tax incentives for producers, provide affordable financing for expansion, invest in proper cold chain infrastructure, and enforce existing regulations to stop the dumping of poor-quality imports that are hurting local farmers.

“We’re asking for a partnership that will support every aspect of the value chain — from breeder farms to hatcheries, feed mills to processing plants, transport to marketing,” Ayitey said. “Because when Ghana’s poultry thrives, Ghana wins — on food security, on jobs, on health, on agritourism and economic growth.”

In conclusion, Mr Ayitey, who’s also the National Treasurer of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), called on all Ghanaians to support the local poultry industry and promote Ghanaian products. “Let’s be deliberate about it. Let’s make Ghana chicken the preferred choice. Let’s have the Ghana chicken choice available,” he said. “When we demystify poultry and show that it’s not just ‘dirty work’ but profitable, purposeful, and impactful, we will raise a new generation who won’t just seek jobs — they’ll create them.”

About the Ghana Poultry Day

The Ghana Poultry Day festival’s primary goal is to promote the consumption and patronage of locally produced poultry while highlighting its nutritional and medicinal benefits.

The festival also aims to raise awareness about the poultry sector’s role in employment, food security, and economic growth. This initiative is in collaboration with the Ghana Poultry Farmers Association, the Ghana Egg Secretariat, the National Farmers and Fishermen Award Winners Association, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, and various other stakeholders, to promote the consumption of locally produced chicken.

The 5th edition of the festival will take place at the forecourt of the State House on July 1, 2025.

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

Banking Consultant, Dr. Richmond Atuahene

Banking Consultant, Dr. Richmond Atuahene, in October 2023 stated that Ghanaians were enduring significant financial strain while repaying government loans.

He said this at the Ghana Economic Forum held in Accra.

Read the full story originally published on October 11, 2023 by www.ghanaweb.com.

Banking Consultant, Dr. Richmond Atuahene, has said Ghanaians were repaying loans of government through the nose.

He enunciated that Ghanaians paying unreasonably high prices to finance government’s debt because it borrowed to spend instead of investing into projects.

In his view, the government needs to keep its borrowing in check in order to ensure that it does not exceed its limit.

Speaking at the Ghana Economic Forum held in Accra on Tuesday, October 11, 2023, the banking consultant called for a review of the 1992 Constitution to place a cap on the government’s borrowing.

Atuahene said; “Ghana as a country, must from today, begin to look at the constitution. Inside the constitution, according to literature from IMF, the United Nations in 2014, the debt to GDP of any developing country should not exceed 50 percent and developed countries are given a leeway of 60 percent.”

“We find ourselves in this position because we have a constitution that has no business of setting a debt cap like the Americans have it. When the Americans had the cap and they had trouble they had to go to Congress and when they go to Congress you will see how they suffer. So we need to come to the constitution and amend it as soon as possible,” he stated.

Mr Atuahene added that; “This is one of the shortest strategies that I will recommend so that we don’t find ourselves in such a situation ever again, borrowing and borrowing for consumption. As I have always said, you will pay through the nose, and Ghanaians repaying through the nose.”

Ghana’s public debt as of June this year stood at GH¢575.5 billion. This represent 71.9% of Gross Domestic Debt (GDP).

This was a marginal rise of GH¢6.3 billion compared to the GH¢569.2 billion recorded in April 2023.

According to the Bank of Ghana’s Summary of Economic and Financial Data for September 2023, the country’s public debt has increased by GH¢27.7 billion since January 2023.

In dollar terms, the total debt stock stood at US$52.3 billion as of June 2023.

External debt accounted for GH¢328.6 billion (US$29.9 billion), while domestic debt accounted for GH¢246.9 billion ($30.8 billion).

SA

Watch the latest edition of BizTech below:

Click here to follow the GhanaWeb Business WhatsApp channel

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Director of Communication, Paul Kwabena Yandoh, has urged the Mayor of Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, alias King Zuba to withdraw his infamous comment, in which he publicly threatened to flog traders who defy his directive to vacate pavements in the Kumasi Central Business District (CBD).
He also implored him to apologise to Ghanaians and commit to upholding the Constitution and the oath of his office.
According to him, King Zuba’s comment is not only disturbing but also unethical, unconstitutional, and fundamentally contrary to the principles of democratic governance, human dignity, and the rule of law.
He added that Ghana is a constitutional democracy governed by laws; not by the whims of individuals in authority.
“The era of military brutality and command-and-control tactics belongs in the annals of history, not in the present-day democratic dispensation. The enforcement of laws, including those relating to street trading and urban order, must be carried out within the limits of the law and with full respect for the dignity of citizens,” he said these in a press release.
“The Mayor’s utterances and intended actions are in direct violation of multiple provisions of the 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana, including; Article 15(1) & (2): “The dignity of all persons shall be inviolable. No person shall, whether or not he is arrested, restricted, or detained, be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.”
Article 21(1): “All persons shall have the right to freedom of movement and the right to practice any profession, trade or occupation within Ghana.”
Article 296: “Where in this Constitution or in any other law discretionary power is vested in any person or authority: (a) that discretionary power shall be exercised fairly and reasonably and without arbitrarines,” he said.
While strongly condemning the Mayor’s threats of violence, he equally acknowledged that the growing trend of pavement trading poses serious challenges to urban safety, pedestrian movement, and city sanitation.
He admitted that the use of walkways, pavements, and other unauthorized public spaces for trading activities is not only unlawful under local assembly by-laws but also undermines the vision of organised, accessible, and livable urban spaces.
“Street trading, especially when conducted in areas not demarcated for such purposes, disrupts traffic flow, endangers traders and commuters alike, and impedes the work of city authorities. It is, therefore, legitimate and necessary for the KMA to enforce its by-laws to restore order and protect public infrastructure,” he added.
This notwithstanding, he continued that such enforcement must be conducted in a lawful, respectful, and structured manner, guided by empathy and public engagement; not through threats of flogging or military-style aggression, explaining that traders must be educated on the laws governing urban space usage and offered decent alternatives, such as well-planned markets or designated trading zones.
Call to Action
The Ashanti Regional Communication Directorate called on the authority to publicly address this matter and issue a firm directive to all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) regarding the expected ethical and lawful conduct of their duties, educate and guide the KMA Mayor on the appropriate enforcement mechanisms under the law and also reinforce a zero-tolerance policy against threats, violence or abuse of power within all local government structures.
He stressed that the enforcement of laws must not come at the expense of basic human dignity, and believing in a Ghana where order is upheld through democratic principles, not fear; through lawful processes, not brute force.

FROM David Afum, Kumasi

Four people have died after a mountain cable car cabin plunged to the ground near Naples in southern Italy, emergency services say.

Another person was “extremely seriously injured” in the crash at Mount Faito and was being airlifted to hospital, officials said.

Italian media outlets reported that one of the cables supporting a cabin higher up the mountain had snapped while the cable car was traversing the valley.

The president of the region, Vincenzo De Luca, said the victims were all tourists.

De Luca added that poor weather conditions including fog, wind and rain were making it difficult for rescue workers to reach the area where the cabin had crashed, at a high altitude.

Italian media had earlier on Thursday reported that the cable car line had come to a halt and more than a dozen people had been rescued from a second cabin which had stopped further down the valley.

Footage showed the passengers being winched out in harnesses.

The mayor of Castellammare di Stabia – where the cable car was located – said it was believed a traction cable had snapped.

“The emergency brake downstream worked but clearly not the one on the cabin that was about to reach the the top of the hill,” he told Italian media.

He added that there had been regular safety checks on the cable car line.

The company which runs the service, the EAV public transport firm, has described the crash as “a tragedy” on social media.

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

Augustus ‘Goosie’ Tanoh, Presidential Advisor on 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development

The Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programmes, Augustus “Goosie” Tanoh, has urged Ghanaian exporters to prepare for international markets by meeting required standards.

Speaking at the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Forum held at CalBank PLC’s Head Office on the theme “Ghana’s Proposed 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Policies,” Tanoh noted:

“The international market is becoming more constricted by the day. There is a net benefit for Ghana, and we can take advantage of that, but how long that window of opportunity will remain open is uncertain.”

He pointed to growing uncertainty in global trade, casting doubt on the continued applicability of agreements such as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a U.S. law enacted in 2000 that offers preferential access to the U.S. market for eligible sub-Saharan African countries, which may not remain in force beyond 2026.

Tanoh also highlighted the increasing engagement of the European Union and the United Kingdom with the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR), a South American trading bloc, as a potential challenge to Ghana’s sustained export access to those markets.

He stressed that Ghanaian exporters must be proactive in capitalising on the opportunities presented by these global uncertainties and avoid associated pitfalls through the 24-Hour Economy programme.

“If we are going to be export competitive, then we must be price competitive. Part of the technology adaptation programme for industry embedded in the 24-Hour Economy value chains is aimed at improving precision and quality, making us not only volume-ready but also quality-ready. That way, regardless of trade barriers, we will be prepared to penetrate the market.”

He encouraged exporters to focus on goods in which Ghana has a natural competitive advantage, saying:

“Those are the things we need to pursue, perfect, and incentivise.”

The forum was organised by the UKGCC in response to findings from its 2024 Business Environment and Competitiveness Survey Report, conducted with support from the UK government’s Jobs and Economic Transformation (JET) Programme and the Palladium Group.

Eugene Sangmortey, Team Leader of the Ghana JET Programme, stated that the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, and the Ghana Standards Authority, is working to address key constraints within Ghana’s business environment to stimulate growth.

“Our mission is to improve the prospects for better livelihoods among Ghanaians by supporting economic transformation and the creation of quality jobs across five strategic manufacturing sectors: textiles and garments, agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and light manufacturing. JET aims to spur £120 million in investments, drive innovation within these sectors, and create at least 7,000 jobs,” Sangmortey said.

Benjamin Kofi Ayeh, Former Member of Parliament for Upper Denkyira West

A former Member of Parliament for Upper Denkyira West, Benjamin Kofi Ayeh, has stated that the rule of law must be upheld in the looming impeachment process of the Chief Justice of Ghana, Gertrude Torkornoo.

Speaking on a wide range of issues during an interview with GhanaWeb on April 16, 2025, he indicated that he has no misgivings over President John Mahama’s consultations with the Council of State regarding petitions calling for the removal of the Chief Justice from office.

“This country is governed by the constitution and hence the rule of law must be respected in the process. So, if some citizens have made a case against the Chief Justice, let’s allow the president and the Council of State to work together to determine if there is a prima facie case.

“Now, if after this consultation, the committee set up by law to look into the matter presents their recommendations. The President shall act in accordance with the recommendations of the committee. So if indeed, she must go, then she must go. Otherwise, she must be allowed to continue her work. Essentially, let’s allow the laws of the country to work,” Benjamin Ayeh stated.

In the meantime, a suit aimed at halting the prima facie determination, filed by Old Tafo MP Vincent Ekow Assafuah in the Chief Justice’s impending impeachment process, has been adjourned again to May 6.

Presiding judge, Henrietta Mensah Brew, cited an unavoidable absence of a panel member as the reason for the adjournment.

VPO/AE

Meanwhile, catch up on the concluding part of the story of Fort William, where children were sold in exchange for kitchenware, others, below:

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has arrested 35 suspected human traffickers in a major operation targeting a syndicate accused of luring and exploiting over 200 individuals.

The victims, mostly foreigners and from vulnerable backgrounds, were reportedly housed in Oyarifa in Accra under false promises of a better life and employment opportunities in Ghana. 

Acting Executive Director of EOCO, Abdulai Bashiru Dapilah, said the suspects operated a well-coordinated trafficking network that preyed on victims from various regions, including neighbouring West African countries.

He said the victims were allegedly deceived with offers of well-paying jobs, education, and improved living conditions.

However, upon arrival, they were confined in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions, with many subjected to forced labour and exploitation. 

“The operation was successful, and 219 people were arrested at Oyarifa. The victims were lured into the country by the suspects, ostensibly to give them lucrative jobs in Ghana. Unfortunately, when they came to Ghana, there were no lucrative jobs existing. Then they took them hostage, and then they confined them at the Oyarifa estates, and then they were forced to go into cyber crimes and cyber crime-related activities,” he stated.

He added that the recovered items from the location were numerous laptops, internet routers, food items, and other personal effects believed to be tools used in the cyber crime operations.

According to him, EOCO has commenced a detailed screening process to distinguish between victims, suspects, adults, and juveniles.

“The essence of the screening is to separate victims from suspects, and also identify the types of criminal activities they may have been involved in,” he added.

The Nigerian High Commission has since visited EOCO and engaged with both victims and suspects, encouraging them to cooperate fully with the authorities.

The screening process is ongoing, but EOCO anticipates concluding it within the next 24 hours. Arrangements are underway to repatriate victims, especially those from Nigeria, and reunite them with their families.

Mr Bashiru also disclosed that similar operations are being conducted elsewhere, with plans to consolidate efforts and resources for sustained impact. “This is only the beginning,” he noted. “EOCO and the CID are committed to working more closely to dismantle these criminal networks and protect vulnerable populations.”

One of the victims, who hails from neighbouring Nigeria, said he had been confined at their Oyarifa residence for more than a year, and was offered just one meal a day.

“I came to Ghana because of the difficult conditions back home. I wasn’t clearly informed about what I would be doing here, just that I would be staying with my boss. But after arriving, I discovered that my boss was involved in fraud. I didn’t have any other options, especially since we weren’t allowed to go outside and were kept indoors all the time. I’ve been in Ghana for a year now,” he narrated.

“I always pray to God to come to our rescue. An opportunity like this is what I have been praying for,” he said.

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

Sandra Opoku served as Director of the Tema Port

Reports indicate that President John Dramani Mahama has terminated the appointment of Sandra Opoku as Director of Tema Port.

According to 3news.com, the termination, which took effect on April 16, 2025, was confirmed by sources within the government.

However, the reasons behind the decision have not yet been disclosed, as further details are expected from the Presidency.

Opoku was appointed in 2019 by former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, becoming the first female Director of the Tema Port.

Prior to that, she served as the General Manager of the Legal Division at the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority.

SSD/MA

Watch the latest edition of BizTech below:

Click here to follow the GhanaWeb Business WhatsApp channel

Kwadwo Asamoah (L) and Asamoah Gyan (R) during their Black Stars days

Legendary Ghanaian striker Asamoah Gyan has identified his former teammate Kwadwo Asamoah as the most underrated player of his generation, praising his consistency, intelligence, and understated influence on the pitch.

Gyan and Asamoah shared nearly a decade of footballing experience with the Black Stars, playing pivotal roles in some of Ghana’s most significant victories during that period.

One notable moment was Asamoah’s assist to Gyan in the Black Stars’ crucial group stage match against Portugal during the 2014 World Cup.

In an interview with TV3, Ghana’s all-time leading scorer, Asamoah Gyan, was asked to name the most underappreciated teammate from his era.

He responded by showering praise on Kwadwo Asamoah, emphasising that his remarkable talent was often overlooked.

“Kwadwo had a great career. Look at his clubs, he played for Juventus, Inter Milan, and started at Udinese. He had an excellent Black Stars career, and while we accomplished what we set out to do, I think it’s Kwadwo Asamoah,” Gyan remarked.

Kwadwo Asamoah’s illustrious career included stints with top European clubs such as Juventus and Inter Milan.

He won six Serie A titles, four Coppa Italia trophies, and three Italian Super Cups.

FKA/MA

Meanwhile, watch football fans’ reactions after Arsenal eliminated Real Madrid from 24/25 UEFA Champions League

 By Kodjo Adams

Accra, April 17, GNA – The Most Reverend John Kobina Louis, an auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Accra, says Easter is a call to higher moral standards, turning away from sinful behaviours and embracing a life of virtue and holiness. 

“Easter is not merely a time for festivities but a sacred period that honours the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who died because of our sins,” he said. 

He urged Christians to use the season of Easter to seek forgiveness, strive for personal transformation, and align their lives with the teachings of Christ.   

The Most Rev Louis, in his Easter message on Wednesday, said the season was a time of profound spiritual significance, a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice and the promise of eternal life. 

“By embracing the true essence of Easter, Christians can find renewed hope, strength, and purpose in their faith journey,” he said. 

“1 Corinthians 15:12-14,17-20 states that; No Resurrection, No Christianty! and No Easter, No (Christian) Feast! 

“For Christians today, Easter should signify hope, renewal, forgiveness, holiness and unwavering faith in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the cornerstone of Christian belief,” he said. 

“In today’s world, the resurrection of Jesus carries immense spiritual significance of serving as a beacon of hope amid suffering and uncertainty.” 

“The resurrection assures believers that death is not the end and that through faith, there is the promise of eternal life.” 

“It encourages Christians to live a life of purpose, resilience, and unwavering faith, knowing that they are part of a greater divine plan.” 

The Bishop stressed that the resurrection brought unity because through the cross God created, from all the races of the world, one common race and one family for Himself.   

He encouraged the people to make themselves ambassadors of peace in the world. 

“All should endeavour to fight against evil in our lives. Let’s endeavour to become better Christians and renewed citizens who will ensure that the peace of the risen Christ will be in our hearts…,” he said. 

GNA 

ABD 

Augustus ‘Goosie’ Tanoh, Presidential Advisor on 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development

The Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programmes, Augustus “Goosie” Tanoh, has urged Ghanaian exporters to prepare for international markets by meeting required standards.

Speaking at the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Forum held at CalBank PLC’s Head Office on the theme “Ghana’s Proposed 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Policies,” Tanoh noted:

“The international market is becoming more constricted by the day. There is a net benefit for Ghana, and we can take advantage of that, but how long that window of opportunity will remain open is uncertain.”

He pointed to growing uncertainty in global trade, casting doubt on the continued applicability of agreements such as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a U.S. law enacted in 2000 that offers preferential access to the U.S. market for eligible sub-Saharan African countries, which may not remain in force beyond 2026.

Tanoh also highlighted the increasing engagement of the European Union and the United Kingdom with the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR), a South American trading bloc, as a potential challenge to Ghana’s sustained export access to those markets.

He stressed that Ghanaian exporters must be proactive in capitalising on the opportunities presented by these global uncertainties and avoid associated pitfalls through the 24-Hour Economy programme.

“If we are going to be export competitive, then we must be price competitive. Part of the technology adaptation programme for industry embedded in the 24-Hour Economy value chains is aimed at improving precision and quality, making us not only volume-ready but also quality-ready. That way, regardless of trade barriers, we will be prepared to penetrate the market.”

He encouraged exporters to focus on goods in which Ghana has a natural competitive advantage, saying:

“Those are the things we need to pursue, perfect, and incentivise.”

The forum was organised by the UKGCC in response to findings from its 2024 Business Environment and Competitiveness Survey Report, conducted with support from the UK government’s Jobs and Economic Transformation (JET) Programme and the Palladium Group.

Eugene Sangmortey, Team Leader of the Ghana JET Programme, stated that the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, and the Ghana Standards Authority, is working to address key constraints within Ghana’s business environment to stimulate growth.

“Our mission is to improve the prospects for better livelihoods among Ghanaians by supporting economic transformation and the creation of quality jobs across five strategic manufacturing sectors: textiles and garments, agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and light manufacturing. JET aims to spur £120 million in investments, drive innovation within these sectors, and create at least 7,000 jobs,” Sangmortey said.

By Elizabeth Larkwor Baah

Tema, April 17, GNA – Data Link Institute of Business and Technology has extended support to Remar Tema Children’s Home at Tema Community Eleven with an unspecified amount of money to show solidarity and compassion towards the inmates. 

The donation forms part of the institution’s broader efforts to contribute to social development and child welfare in Ghana. 

Professor Stanley Saamoah Moffat, the President of the Institute, presenting the money, stated that the donation was not only to assist the underprivileged children but also to commend the management and staff of the orphanage for their tireless efforts in providing a safe and nurturing environment for the young ones. 

Professor Moffat said the gesture was part of the institution’s continuous commitment to giving back to society and its moral commitment to supporting vulnerable children. 

“We, as a body, feel that it is an obligation and, in fact, a moral responsibility in our small way to acknowledge the management and staff for what they are doing. They work with so much compassion, dedication, and hard work to provide a home, love, hope and opportunities for the children, he stated. 

He further emphasised the need for more individuals, institutions, and private organisations to extend support to orphans and vulnerable children across the country, citing the United States as a good example of how to view charity work, particularly towards children, as a societal norm and part of nation-building. 

Professor Moffat also referenced Ghana’s first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who he said had a clear national policy focused on supporting orphans and vulnerable children in the 1960s and lamented the apparent decline in structured national efforts towards the welfare of orphans. 

He mentioned that a UNICEF report highlighted the devastating number of orphans around the world and emphasised the urgent need to support these vulnerable children to prevent them from becoming a burden to society. 

Mr. Philip Gebu, Chaplain of Data Link, stated that the gesture was an annual event held during the Easter season to appreciate God’s care and protection over the children, community, and the country at large. 

Mr. Dodzi Agbo, the head caretaker of Remar Tema Children’s Home, thanked Data Link Institute for the timely support in a time when they critically needed funds to settle their bills. 

He noted that there were 25 children at the orphanage, noting that some of the inmates had completed senior high schools and were working, indicating that such donations help in catering for the children. 

He appealed to other institutions to emulate the gesture and contribute towards building a better future for the children. 

GNA 

LS/KOA