Vote for humble, visionary candidates devoid of tribal, religious affiliations …Youth told
Some Ghanaian Youth on demonstration
The Executive Secretary of the National Media Commission (NMC), Mr George Sarpong, has asked Ghanaian youth not to allow the play-up of tribal politics, currently ongoing in the media space, to influence their voting decisions.
He noted that the current situation where the media describes the 2024 general election as a battle between two northerners was worrying and that the disturbing phenomenon should engage the attention of all peace-loving Ghanaians.
Addressing a durbar to climax the 80th anniversary of the Effiduase Senior High School (EFFISCO), Mr Sarpong said never in the history of Ghana had a contest between two presidential candidates from a particular geographical area or region been played-up in such a tribal or regionally biased manner.
“The ‘Northernisation’ of political candidates in the 2024 general election in the media is very worrying and needs urgent action of all Ghanaians,” he stated.
He said it was important to hype the qualities of the two candidates and what they had to offer.
“The danger I’m drawing attention to is in the subtlety of the messaging in labelling all these diverse cultures as ‘northerners’. It denies them social equity and limits their opportunity for accessing public office,” he stated.
Mr Sarpong, who is also an old student of the school, stressed the need for the youth to stand firm and vote for humble and visionary candidates, devoid of tribal or religious affiliations.
He advised the youth to see beyond the present; envision greatness, and set a purpose for their lives by choosing a leader with track records in the economic growth and development of the country.
The Headmaster of the school, Mr Ishaq Kyei-Brobbey, touching on academic progress, said the 2022 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results reaffirmed the vision of the school as centre of excellence
Currently, the school has a student population of 3,581, comprising 1,787 males and 1,794 females, whilst the staff strength is 270, comprising 170 teaching staff and 100 non-teaching staff.
Awards were given to deserving students and staff members for their hard work.
The 24 Hour Economy Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hunan Architectural Design Institute Group to support the planning of the Volta Economic Corridor.
The agreement aims to guide how land within the corridor will be used, design key infrastructure, and develop systems that will support large scale production.
The partnership will focus on detailed planning to make the area ready for investment and smooth business operations.
The project will include the development of agroecological parks, industrial zones, and transport networks to connect production centres to markets.
According to the Authority, proper planning is critical to building strong economic systems and expanding production across the corridor.
It noted that the collaboration with the Chinese design firm will help lay a solid foundation for industrial growth and long term development within the Volta Economic Corridor.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President of the Ghana Bar Association, Efua Ghartey, has called on judges and lawyers to carry out their duties with humility, fairness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
She made the appeal during the Supreme Court at 150 celebration held at the University of Ghana, under the theme “Honouring the past, celebrating the present and defining the future.”
Addressing participants, she noted that those in the legal profession occupy positions of great power and influence, and must therefore remain humble in the discharge of their duties.
She urged both the bench and the bar to deliver justice without fear or ill will, stressing the need for fairness in handling cases.
Reflecting on the significance of the celebration, she explained that the year 1876 marks not only the establishment of the Supreme Court but also the beginning of formally trained lawyers in the Gold Coast.
The GBA President questioned what Ghana would be without the rule of law, which is upheld by judges and lawyers, adding that the country could descend into a system where only the strongest survive if justice is not properly administered.
She further encouraged legal practitioners to reflect on their responsibilities and remain committed to upholding the rule of law for the benefit of all citizens.
By: Jacob Aggrey
