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Alajo Mantse installs development queen
As part of his fifth anniversary since his ascension to the throne as Alajo Mantsɛ, Nii Armah Ajoor II has installed a Development Queen.
At a ceremony held last Saturday, at the palace, Business Consultant, Entrepreneur and Public Relations Expert, Mawusi Ama Mawuenyefia was inaugurated as the Noyaa Manyɛ (Development Queen), Naa Ayeley Osongor I.
Speaking at the ceremony, Nii Armah Ajoor II was optimistic that her inclusion would go a long way to positively improve the lives of people in the community.
He called on the people of Alajo to ensure unity which is a catalyst for development, adding that there was a need for infrastructural development to give the community a facelift.
Against this backdrop, he called on well-meaning individuals in the community to contribute their quota to turn the fortunes of Alajo around.
He said over the period under his five years reign, he has facilitated some infrastructural development in the area of sports, roads, health, and education among others.
For this reason, he said, the focus this year was to ensure they get a befitting lorry station and a market to boost the local economy.
In her address, the Noyaa Manyɛ, Naa Ayeley Osongor I, expressed her excitement for the honour done her, and revealed that they have already started work on some projects as well as developed a blueprint for the community.
Regarding the construction of a lorry station, she stated that engineers had completed surveying, drawings and costing and were currently at the mobilising stages.
Naa Ayeley Osongor I, revealed that next month, they will enroll women in the community on beads making, pastries and other programmes.
She mentioned that some financial literacy programmes were in the offing, adding that they would also help traders get some capital injection through collaborations with financial institutions.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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THE Accra Technical University (ATU) on Tuesday officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 in Accra, aimed at driving innovation and strengthening institutional capacity across key operational areas.
Speaking at the launch, Mr Humphrey Awuletey Williams, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oswal Investments Limited, explained that the strategic plan seeks to respond to emerging challenges while positioning the institution as a forward-thinking leader in development.
He urged the university’s leadership to leverage their expertise to train students to be innovative and produce competitive products for both African and international markets.
According to him, employers increasingly demand competence-based human capital beyond academic certificates to drive development.
Mr Williams commended the Governing Council, Academic Board, Management, and other stakeholders for developing what he described as a ‘formative tool,’ and encouraged them to ensure its full implementation.
The Vice Chancellor of ATU, Mr Amevi Acapkvovi, emphasised that the strategic plan focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
“The strategic plan is not just a document, but a commitment to excellence, accountability and progress,” he said, adding that inclusivity is also central to the institution’s operations.
He outlined seven key focus areas of the plan: industry-based education; digital transformation and modernised infrastructure; quality assurance and institutional excellence; industry-driven research, innovation and entrepreneurship; staff development, motivation and welfare; strategic partnerships and increased visibility; and sustainable and green technologies.
Prof. Ernest Abotsi, stressed that the plan must not ‘gather dust’ but should be actively implemented to achieve success.
“Currently, ATU is adopting measures to assess the cost of running the institution, and this plan will serve as a guide to promote the university at every level,” he said.
Stakeholders present lauded the initiative, noting that its clear framework and measurable targets would help track progress and ensure transparency in the institution’s operations.
The university expressed confidence that, with support from partners and staff, the plan would significantly contribute to national development and set a benchmark for excellence in the sector.
The ceremony brought together stakeholders from government, traditional leadership, academia, industry, and civil society.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
It was an exciting moment as hundreds of revellers from various parts of Accra trooped to the Independence Square beach in Osu to celebrate Easter.
Dressed in all kinds of beach costumes, parents were seen with their children having fun and enjoying the moment.
Others made the best of their outing by engaging in other fun activities.
The revellers engaged in games such as football, ampe, athletics while others just sat, relaxed to release stress amidst music provided by some revellers.
By Lizzy Okai
