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Afenyo-Markin highlights achievements of former President Akufo-Addo
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has highlighted a number of policies and projects rolled out during the tenure of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, describing them as key drivers of opportunity for Ghana’s youth.
Addressing students at the Youth Commons Forum at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Afenyo-Markin pointed to the Free Senior High School policy, One District One Factory, digital innovation programmes, road infrastructure, fishing ports, Planting for Food and Jobs, and rural electrification as examples of interventions that created openings for young people.
He explained that such policies laid the foundation for education, industrial growth, food security and improved living conditions across the country.
In his view, the Free SHS policy expanded access to education for thousands of young Ghanaians, while One District One Factory encouraged entrepreneurship and industrial development.
Afenyo-Markin, however, cautioned that the success of these interventions depended on responsibility at every level of society.
He pointed out that several social intervention programmes had suffered abuse, with some beneficiaries failing to repay loans and other support extended to them.
He emphasised that accountability must not be demanded of leaders alone but also of citizens who enjoy the benefits of government programs.
According to him, development thrives only when both leadership and the public play their roles with honesty and responsibility.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Republic of Ghana, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), is set to host a fugu and kente exhibition in Lusaka, Zambia, from March 6 to 8, 2026.
The event aims to strengthen Ghana-Zambia relations while promoting Pan-Africanism and African unity.
The exhibition, set to be organised in collaboration with the Ghana High Commission in Lusaka, will showcase Ghanaian culture and craftsmanship, highlighting traditional textiles like kente and local wear such as fugu.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ghana described the event as a boost not only for cultural and economic diplomacy but also for trade and agribusiness ties between the two countries.
The exhibition will be held at the Lusaka Showgrounds, where visitors can experience Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and the African personality in action.
By: Jacob Aggrey
A thanksgiving service has been held at Jehovah Shamah Assemblies of God Church in honour of Mr Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror following his appointment as Clerk to the Parliament of Ghana.
The event brought together duty bearers, parliamentarians, family members, friends, church leaders, and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate his new role and offer prayers for his success.
Church leaders used the occasion to congratulate Mr Djietror and encouraged him to serve with integrity, humility, and dedication.
They prayed for wisdom and strength for him as he assumes responsibility in supporting the work of Parliament.
They also highlighted the importance of his position in the country’s democratic governance.
Mr Djietror expressed gratitude for the support and prayers, noting that the thanksgiving service was a moment to acknowledge God’s guidance in his career.
He assured attendees of his commitment to duty, stating that he would work diligently in the interest of Parliament and the nation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
