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Apostle Joshua Amissah…philanthropist, teacher and counsellor with a difference
We introduce to you Apostle Joshua Amissah, a philanthropist, mentor, a teacher and counsellor whose work in Christendom continues to reverberate throughout the world.
Originally named Kwaku Abeiku Takyi Bealey, after his paternal grandfather, he started his formal education at Challenge School, Ibadan State, in Nigeria.
On two occasions, young Joshua Amissah was brought from Nigeria to continue his education in Ghana. Having suffered this initially, he eventually settled in Ghana and continued his primary education and later enrolled at Saltpond Methodist High School to read Business programme.
Born on August 3, about three decades ago to Mr John Amissah and Sophia Mensah, all natives of Saltpond in the Central Region of Ghana and of Methodist and Assemblies of God faith respectively, Apostle Joshua Amissah holds the conviction that in Christ all things go on well and Christians must make the effort to dominate the world. At school, he was appointed the school’s prefect and became one of the best athletes the school has ever had.
Apostle Amissah is a product of the University of Ghana and holds a Bachelor of Arts (B A) in Religions and Philosophy, and Masters in Ministry and Arts from the Philippines Baptist Theological Seminary.
As part of his calling, Apostle Amissah gave his life to Christ at a tender age of seven and later began dawn preaching through which he deepened his relationship and trust in the Christian faith.
Having had a good Christian foundation, Apostle Amissah became the Organising Secretary of the University Christian Fellowship ( UCF), Commonwealth Hall branch, UCF Outreach Wing which was tasked with evangelism work in secondary schools in the Greater Accra and Eastern regions.
He later became the UCF President and Student Chaplain of the University of Ghana and had the opportunity to serve as the Student’s Representation Council’s (SRC) Arbitration Committee Chairman.
He said the promises of God were true, hence Christians must cling to the creator of the universe for protection, guidance and care. “Our persuasion is that we must align everything we do with the will of the Lord.”
The man of God has advised Christians to hold on fast to the virtue of humility because of its immense benefits and that Jesus Christ himself practiced this as an example for all to follow.
Apostle Joshua Amissah advises Christians to serve God with sincere hearts, love one another just as Christ has loved them and be prepared to sacrifice a little for their friends.
Shedding light on his infancy, he vividly recalled that one of his greatest tasks as a child was to sell items like Ga kenkey, kerosene, fish, iced water, pastries, mangoes, oranges, fowls, cat and puppies among others.
Apostle Amissah is a consistent conference speaker who dazzles his audience with texts from scripture, and was the guest preacher at many churches and served as a radio pastor for the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Radio Savannah at Tamale.
Some of the churches he had ministered to included the Full Gospel Business Men’s International, the Greater Accra Regional Prayer Convention, Women’s Aglow, universities, secondary schools, and para-church organisations.
He has led many to discover the saving power of Jesus Christ and subsequently surrendered their livers entirely to the service of God. Miracles, signs and wonders have followed his ministerial works as a true disciple of God.
He was very instrumental in crusades, city and inner city outreaches, seminars, and pioneered the establishment of many groups, some of which included Joshua Amissah World Outreach (JAO), Firm Foundation International (FFI) among others.
Apostle Amissah also reaches out to the inmates of the Nsawam Medium Security Prisons.
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He is a philanthropist who has written 64 books, six of which had been published, adopted three social homes where he regularly visits and supports them with their personal needs, in addition to helping the needy and supporting some young ministers and students from crèche to the university level.
He loves to play games that challenge the mind like scrabble, draft, puzzles and intriguing guess games. He was a very good footballer from primary school to university.
His favourite dishes include banku, yam and fante -fante stew.
The apostle is a man of few words but has thought-provoking messages for his audience, preaches God’s word with ease, he is a counsellor, a mentor and teacher to many.
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His hobbies include playing scrabble, draft and puzzles among others.
By Norman Cooper
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Govt urged to provide safe, supportive environment for menstruating girls
The government has been urged to take urgent steps toward providing a safe and supportive environment for menstruating girls to ensure proper personal hygiene and promote school attendance.
Sarah Nkansah Boateng, a midwife at the Eastern Regional Hospital made the call during a forum organised as part of activities to observe Menstrual Hygiene Day celebration in the New Juaben North Municipality of the Eastern Region.
The event was held under the theme “Together for a Period-Friendly World.”
She noted that many girls skip school during their menstrual periods due to a lack of access to sanitary products and appropriate spaces to change them.
“The basic necessities for these girls are not being provided; creating a safe and enabling environment is crucial,” Madam Boateng emphasized.
She called on school authorities and policymakers to prioritise the construction of hygienic and private changing spaces in schools.
She further appealed for a collective effort to address menstrual health challenges affecting girls in the community.
The New Juaben North Municipal Director of Health Services, Nana Yaa Konadu, also highlighted her office’s initiatives in both school-based and community clinics to educate young girls on menstrual hygiene.
She stressed the health implications of poor menstrual hygiene, saying, “When girls lack access to sanitary pads and a clean environment, it can negatively impact their reproductive health.”
Madam Konadu warned that the absence of menstrual hygiene facilities and products left some girls vulnerable to exploitation, increasing the risk of teenage pregnancy.
The Municipal Chief Executive for New Juaben North, Mr Samuel Adongo, described menstruation as a natural biological process and not a taboo or burden.
He expressed concern over the poor state of sanitation facilities in schools.
“I have visited almost all public schools in the municipality, and none has a proper, standard toilet facility suitable for girls,” he stated.
Mr Adongo assured that the assembly would work to create an enabling environment to reduce school absenteeism related to menstruation.
“Too many girls are missing school because of their menstrual cycle, and this is unacceptable,” he added.
From Ama Tekyiwaa Ampadu Agyeman, Koforidua
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Akwesi Agyeman, Ekpe vow to lead GJA to ‘era of purpose and professionalism’
As the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) prepares for its national elections, two of the key contenders, General Secretary Aspirant Akwasi Agyeman and Vice Presidential hopeful Rebecca Ekpe have called for a return to ethical journalism, stronger mentorship and institutional reforms.
They both made the remarks during separate visits to The Spectator and The Ghanaian Times, respectively to solicit for votes.
Akwasi Agyeman, an Editor with Multimedia is seeking to lead the association into what he calls a “new era of purpose and professionalism.”
He stressed the urgent need to reposition the GJA as a strong and relevant voice in national affairs.
“We cannot continue with business as usual. The GJA must be visible, active, and fearless in advocating for the rights and welfare of journalists,” he said during a meeting with media practitioners in Accra.
Mr. Agyeman noted that his leadership will focus on building partnerships, improving member services, and restoring the dignity of the Association. “We need to rekindle the spirit of solidarity within the GJA and provide real value to members, especially the younger generation,” he added.
Ms Rebecca Ekpe, a respected Broadcast Journalist and Editor, echoed similar sentiments in her call for mentorship and capacity building.
“I discovered through my journey that journalism is not just my job, it is who I am. My path in journalism was shaped by my seniors in the newsroom, and now I feel called to give back,” she said.
Ms Ekpe envisions a GJA where senior journalists regularly engage with young professionals through face-to-face mentoring and training platforms. “Even if you attend a session and pick just one idea, it could change the course of your career,” she remarked.
She also raised concerns about the rise of misinformation and the blurred lines between journalism and social media content creation. “People sit online insulting others and call themselves journalists. When they are attacked, GJA defends them, but we must ask: are they truly journalists? We must protect the integrity of our profession,” she stressed.
The Editor of The Spectator, Mrs Georgina N.M Quaittoo wished them well in their campaigns and quest to serve the GJA.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
