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All set for Velocity Conference 2024
Celebrated Ghanaian musician and Man of God, Sonnie Badu has expressed his readiness for the Velocity Conference.
The Velocity Conference 2024 is a transformational event poised to captivate hearts and minds through empowering messages and music.
The event is scheduled for March 6 to March 10, 2024, at Reign House Chapel, North Legon Accra.
Patrons would have prophetic encounters with Prophet Eric Boahen, the host, Prophet Agyemang Prempeh, Minister Sonnie Badu and powerful ministration from MOG Music, Nacee and Kofi Owusu Peprah.
In a message to Ghanaians, Sonnie Badu said, he is excited to come back home from his USA base.
According to him, he has a word of God which would change lives and cause a stir of revolution in people’s destiny to share at the event.
He therefore urged Ghanaians not to miss such a crucial opportunity to move in divine speed.
In an interview with spectator.com.gh, the brain behind the event, Prophet Eric Boahene said, “Velocity,” was inspired by the dynamic power and movement of the Holy Spirit. In the Bible, the Holy Spirit is often described as a wind, rushing mightily and bringing change.”
He added that “ We believe that God is calling us to move with intentionality and purpose, propelled by the Spirit’s leading, to fulfill His plans for our lives and our nation.”
Touching on the line-up, he said “We carefully curated the line-up for Velocity, seeking individuals known for their powerful prophetic voices, their vibrant faith, and their commitment to serving God’s purpose. We believe their diverse perspectives and experiences will ignite a fire in the hearts of those attending, propelling them forward in their walks with Christ.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
President John Dramani Mahama has visited the Akosombo Dam to assess the impact of a fire incident at a substation operated by the Ghana Grid Company.
The fire is reported to have caused the loss of more than 1,000 megawatts from the national power grid, affecting electricity supply in parts of the country.
During the visit, he inspected ongoing restoration works and received briefings from engineers on efforts to restore power. He commended them for what he described as a swift and professional response to the situation.
According to him, the government remains committed to restoring stable electricity supply as quickly as possible.
He added that steps are also being taken to strengthen the resilience of Ghana’s energy infrastructure to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Ghana Grid Company has not yet provided a detailed timeline for full restoration, but work is ongoing to bring affected systems back on stream.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, says he and his deputy have publicly filed their annual tax returns to demonstrate leadership and encourage compliance among citizens.
In a facebook post, he explained that the move was meant to show that public officials must lead by example when it comes to fulfilling civic duties.
“Leadership must be demonstrated, not declared,” he said.
He commended Ghanaian taxpayers for their continued contribution to national development, noting that tax compliance plays a key role in sustaining government activities.
According to him, paying taxes is both a legal and moral responsibility. He stressed that all citizens, including public officials, professionals, and businesses, are equal before the law and must meet their tax obligations.
He added that tax revenue is essential for funding key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and security.
The minister praised the Ghana Revenue Authority for its work, especially during the ongoing Tax and Good Governance Month in April. He said the initiative helps to educate the public and promote voluntary compliance.
He urged the authority to intensify public education and continue reforms aimed at simplifying tax processes, reducing compliance costs, and improving transparency.
He further encouraged individuals and businesses that are yet to file their returns to do so promptly, adding that support systems and digital platforms are available to assist them.
He said building a strong tax culture would strengthen the country’s economy, improve accountability, and promote fairness in society.
By: Jacob Aggrey
