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Assemblies of God Trinity Temple honours Seddy Kutortse, four others
The Chairman of the First Sky Group of Companies, Mr Eric Seddy Kutortse and four other persons were last weekend awarded at the dedication of the Trinity Temple Capacity Chapel of the Assemblies of God Church Ghana at Tema in the Greater Accra Region.
The others were Mrs Florence Adjeley Larbi, Project Finance Committee Chairperson, Reverend Dr Slyvanus Elorm, Head Pastor of Trinity Temple, and Mr George Patrick Bediaku, Project Structural Engineer and Niifio Kotei, Project Architect.
They were presented with citations for their commitment to ensuring the completion of the building project.
Mr Kutortse on behalf of his colleagues said they were thankful to the leadership of the church for honouring them.
The Chairman said the company had constructed 72 churches across the country especially in the Volta and Eastern regions, stressing their commitment to construct three of such edifice every year in the other regions.
The 800 seating capacity edifice has facilities such as conference room, board room, prayer tower,offices, first aid room, library, canteen, wash rooms, interpreters’ cubicles and car parks.
The building project was funded by the congregation of the church and completed within a year-and-a-half.
The programme which commemorated the 16th Anniversary Celebration of the chapel was attended by dignitaries including the Acting Chief Justice, Mr Justice Victor Jones Dotse and Justice Mrs Gertrude Torkornoo, Justice of the Supreme Court Ghana and Chief Justice Nominee.
The others were Reverend Paul Frimpong Manso, President of the Frimpong Manso Institute.
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God Church Ghana, Reverend Dr Stephen Yenusom Wengam preaching on the topic “The Spirit of Holiness” urged church members to be holy and devoid of sin.
Rev Dr. Yenusom said Christians must reflect the holiness of God. Our lives must reflect holiness or this building would be meaningless.”
Rev Frimpong-Manso also commended the Head Pastor of the chapel, Rev Dr Slyvanus Amegasgiti Elorm and the congregation for their dedication in putting up the building.
He urged them to cultivate the culture of maintenance to protect the edifice.
In a brief history of the chapel, Rev Dr Elorm said they started operating in a classroom block with eight members but currently has 550 members comprising 350 adults and 200 children.
He thanked God for His guidance and support in enabling them to execute the assignment on time.
“From a single classroom to 800-seating capacity ultra-modern auditorium is the doing of the Lord and we want to say thank you to Him,” he added.
By Anita Nyarko-Yirenkyi
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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
