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Beware of choices you make when angry …It can define your path in life, youth told
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The third edition of Aj Inspires, a flagship school outreach programme by Aj’s Help the Needy Project, has been held.
The event reaffirms the organisation’s commitment to nurturing and empowering young people through education, mentorship, and practical life guidance.
It focuses on inspiring students through structured guidance and counselling sessions and aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 3, 4 and 6.
This edition attracted experts from different professional backgrounds to engage learners on critical aspects of personal development, emotional intelligence, health awareness, and academic excellence.
Delivering the first session of the day, the Founder of Dangana Foundation, Mr Nashiru Momori, spoke extensively on anger management, a topic he described as both “timely and essential” for young people, explaining that while anger was a natural human emotion, the inability to manage it effectively can lead to serious consequences.
“Anger is not entirely negative,” Mr Momori stated. “In some situations, it can push you to stand up for what is right. However, when it becomes excessive or uncontrolled, it can destroy relationships, affect your academic performance, and even harm your future.”
“Learn to manage your anger before it manages you,” he advised. “The choices you make in moments of anger can define your path in life.”
Students responded positively to the session, with many expressing appreciation for the relatable examples and practical advice shared.
On health education, Miss Amanda Akonnorbea, a Health Promotion Officer, said menstrual hygiene was not only a matter of cleanliness but also a critical component of overall health and self-confidence.
“Maintaining proper menstrual hygiene is essential for your well-being,” Miss Akonnorbea said. “It helps prevent infections and allows you to feel comfortable and confident, especially in school.”
She educated students on the correct use and disposal of sanitary products, stressing the importance of changing pads regularly and maintaining personal hygiene.
She also encouraged young girls not to feel ashamed of menstruation but rather to embrace it as a natural biological process.
Adding to the day’s impactful discussions, Mr Eric Grundberry Aidoo-Gabrah, Founder of Tads Fashion Institute, addressed students on the importance of education, discipline, and personal values.
Mr Aidoo-Gabrah urged the students to remain committed to their goals despite challenges, reminding them that perseverance was key to achieving success.
The programme concluded with a powerful address from the Founder of Aj’s Help the Needy Project, Mrs Anita Opoku-Appiah, who reiterated the importance of education and determination in shaping a better future.
Parliament has clarified public commentary on social media regarding a notice on its notice board that read “No Vacancy for National Service Personnel 2026/2027. Kindly go for reposting.”
In a statement, signed by the Director of Media Relations, David Sebastian Damoah, Parliament said the notice has been misconstrued and was not a policy statement, a freeze on national service placements, or a change in its support for the National Service Scheme.
According to Parliament, the notice was a routine administrative message to prospective personnel who reported to the House, informing them that it has received more personnel than it can accommodate for the 2026/2027 service year and that they should seek reposting to other institutions.
It said it remains committed to the National Service Scheme and values the contribution of service personnel to its work, and regrets any confusion or inconvenience the wording may have caused.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian public advocate Hopeson Yaovi Adorye has been elected to the Board of Directors of the World Taxpayers Association (WTA).
The election took place on Sunday, October 5, 2026, during the Association’s conference in Kraków, Poland.
His election marks a significant addition to his international leadership portfolio and provides a platform for Ghanaian and African perspectives to contribute to global discussions on taxpayer rights, responsible taxation, transparency and prudent management of public resources.
Reacting to his election, Mr. Adorye expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of the WTA for the confidence reposed in him.
“I am deeply honoured by this confidence and conscious of the responsibility that comes with it. Taxpayers are at the heart of every economy, and they deserve fairness, transparency, accountability and value for the taxes they pay. I look forward to working with colleagues from across the world to strengthen the voice of taxpayers and promote responsible fiscal governance,” he said.
According to him, taxation should not be viewed solely as a mechanism for raising government revenue, but also as an important component of the social contract between citizens and the state.
Mr. Adorye said governments have a responsibility to ensure taxes are collected fairly and public resources are utilised efficiently to deliver quality infrastructure, healthcare, education, security and other essential services.
His election also creates an opportunity to bring African experiences into international conversations on taxation and public expenditure.
Mr. Adorye, who is Executive Director of Taxpayers League Ghana, has previously served as Global Board Chairman of the International Youth Network for UN Security Council Resolution 2250, an NGO associated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
He is expected to use his new role to champion fiscal accountability, taxpayer education, good governance and stronger citizen participation in public financial management.
