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Management of Zoomlion Honours Integrous YEA Operative
The Board, Management and Staff of the Jospong Group of Companies and Zoomlion Ghana Limited, the leading waste management conglomerate, has honoured Mr. Salifu Ibrahim, a Youth Employment Agency (YEA) beneficiary, for his exemplary display of honesty and integrity.
The ceremony took place on Thursday in Accra.
Mr. Ibrahim, a sanitation worker operating within the Tamale Metropolitan area, specifically at Beggars Lane, made headlines after he discovered a sum of GH₵20,000 in one of the waste bags he collected during his routine duties.
Rather than keeping the money, he disclosed the discovery to his colleagues, took it home for safekeeping, and waited for the rightful owner to come forward. A few days later, the owner approached their workplace in search of the money, and Mr. Ibrahim returned the full amount to him.
To honour this act of integrity, Zoomlion Ghana Limited rewarded Mr. Ibrahim with an undisclosed amount of Ghana cedis, U.S. dollars, and a motorbike to support his movement.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Edward Ato Sarpong, a board member of the Jospong Group of Companies, expressed his admiration for Mr. Ibrahim’s selfless act.
“In today’s abnormal environment, it is rare to find individuals like Ibrahim who will return such a significant amount of money to its owner. His act of godliness has elevated the Zoomlion and Jospong brands worldwide,” Mr. Sarpong stated.
He prayed that the money Mr. Ibrahim returned would come back to him in multiple folds by God’s divine grace.
Mr. Sarpong added, “We want to use Ibrahim as an example for others, not just within our workforce but also in the Ghanaian community, to emulate his integrity and values.”
The Northern Regional Public Jobs Coordinator for Zoomlion, Haruna Suleiman, also praised Mr. Ibrahim’s dedication and discipline.
“He is a hardworking individual who has worked with us for eight good years without any complaints. His commitment to duty at Beggars Lane in the Tamale Metropolis has been outstanding,” Mr. Suleiman noted.
In response, Mr. Salifu Ibrahim expressed gratitude to Zoomlion and his supervisor, Haruna Suleiman, for giving him the opportunity to work with the company.
He urged parents to instill values of honesty and godliness in their children.
“I have never owned GH₵20,000 in my life, but I thought about the fact that we have just ushered in a new government and that we need to reset Ghana together. I couldn’t spend someone’s money and tarnish my hard-earned reputation,” Mr. Ibrahim shared.
He also revealed that he initially trained as a mechanic but switched to sanitation work due to challenges in the mechanic business.
As part of the reward package, Zoomlion flew Mr. Ibrahim to Accra for the first time and accommodated him at a luxurious hotel in East Legon, giving him an unforgettable experience by having lunch with management before his return to Tamale.
Mrs Gloria Opoku Anti, Executive Director of the Zoomlion Group said Zoomlion’s recognition of Mr. Salifu Ibrahim is a testament to the company’s commitment to its core values of godliness and people-focus, encouraging all Ghanaians to live with integrity and a sense of responsibility.
Minority Leader in parliament, Alexander Osahen Afenyo Markin has raised concerns about the direction of the country one year after the 2024 general election, warning that Ghana’s democracy may be under threat if current governance trends are not checked.
In a statement reflecting on the year since Ghanaians voted for change, he noted that while the New Patriotic Party hoped for victory, the people chose differently and the outcome was respected as the will of the electorate.
He stressed that winning power comes with responsibility and not the freedom to govern without caution.
The Minority Leader argued that the removal of key public officials reflected a worrying pattern.
These included the dismissal of workers from state institutions, the exit of the Chief Justice, and ongoing processes affecting the Electoral Commission leadership and the Office of the Special Prosecutor.
He described the development as retribution rather than renewal and questioned the government’s promises on jobs and the 24 hour economy.
Addressing President John Dramani Mahama directly, he urged him to use his rare second return to office to build a legacy of development rather than removals.
He explained that global history shows that leaders who return to power after defeat are few, stressing that such an opportunity should lead to transformation that benefits citizens.
He encouraged the President to invest in technology, artificial intelligence and modern economic growth models to position Ghana for global competition.
He warned that no country will wait for Ghana while others advance through digital innovation.
The statement further pointed to youth unemployment and frustration, noting that campaign foot soldiers who worked hard during elections have been left disappointed.
He warned that ignoring young people could lead to instability.
He urged the media to uphold its watchdog duty by speaking up against constitutional breaches rather than seeking comfort in silence.
He explained that the Minority wants the government to succeed because national progress benefits everyone, not only one political side.
The Minority Leader maintained that although democracy is not perfect, it remains the best system since it allows peaceful correction through elections.
He encouraged citizens to trust the ballot and not violence.
He encouraged President Mahama to resist party hawks and focus on national development, stating that the world is watching how Ghana uses this moment in history.
He called on leaders across the political divide to remember they are custodians of the Republic and must work to protect the nation’s democratic future.
He concluded by urging young people not to lose hope, stressing that change comes through democratic processes, and reminding all leaders that Ghana’s stability depends on responsible governance, unity and development oriented action.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central Kwame Asare Obeng, widely known as A Plus, is calling on young people to take hypertension seriously by checking their blood pressure regularly and taking prescribed medication to prevent sudden deaths and stroke.
In a message shared to the public, the MP noted that cases of young people dying from high blood pressure are rising, even though the condition is preventable.
He mentioned that many refuse to go for checkups, and those who later discover they have hypertension still stop or avoid taking their medication.
He expressed worry that some men refuse treatment because they believe blood pressure drugs affect their sexual performance, a belief he described as misleading.
A Plus stressed that staying alive and healthy should be the priority, adding that complications from uncontrolled hypertension could lead to stroke and long term disability.
He encouraged the youth, especially men, to get their blood pressure tested and take treatment seriously to protect their health and future.
A Plus urged the public to spread the message so more people will take action on their health.
By: Jacob Aggrey
