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Ayawine succeeds Kotei as ICU General Secretary
At the just ended 11th Quadrennial Delegates Congress of the Industrial and Commercial Workers Union (ICU)-Ghana, Bro Mogan Ayawine was elected the 9th General Secretary of the Union by popular acclamation with Bros. Emmanuel Baah Benimah and Samuel Anaga elected to the positions of Deputy General Secretaries responsible for Operations and Administration respectively.
The three-day event was held by virtual screening from August 25-27, 2021, at the University of Professional Studies-Accra, the first time in the union’s history, and saw satisfactory participation by delegates drawn from all over the union’s constituencies nationwide.
Other national leaders elected are, Alhaji Nuru-Deen Alhassan, National Chairman, Bro. Paul Kofi Charwey, National Vice-Chairman, Bro. Charles Kojo Yeboah, National 1st Trustee and Sister Jemimah Senaye-Bentum, National 2nd Trustee.
During the just ended tenure of Bro Solomon Ashaley Kotei as General Secretary, Bro. Morgan Ayawine was Deputy General Secretary, in-charge of Operations whilst Bro. Emmanuel Baah Benimah was also Deputy General Secretary responsible for Administration.
Bro. Samuel Ananga who is Deputy General Secretary-Administration was then the Tema Regional Officer of the ICU.
Labour and Industry observers see the new leadership as having a task ahead particularly in this COVID-19 pandemic period characterised by economic challenges on the local front and globally.
The latest change in leadership of the ICU saw a fulfillment of the demands of the Union’s Constitution, in that for the first time in its history, a sitting General Secretary, Bro. Solomon Kotei democratically handed over the mantle of leadership to his successor after two terms of eight years in office without squabbles.
In all this, other observers see the current leadership as principled and would build on the gains so far chalked by the previous leadership.
Brother Ayawine, in an interview noted that the current national leadership would strive to sustain the gains made over the years by the union and follow the “tried and tested pathway” of his predecessor.
General Secretaries, particularly Bro. Solomon Kotei the immediate past General Secretary whose knowledge and expertise he said he would “tap into” as and when the need arose.
He said in the current COVID-19 pandemic period, the Union would collaborate with its social partners (employers) more than ever before to attain increased contribute to the socio-economic development of the country.
Brother Ayawine emphasised that the union would not relent on its fight to ensure that the fundamental trade union rights of workers were respected and upheld in accordance with the laws of the land.
He noted that the Union would approach all negotiations in a very civil manner, without confrontation so as to ensure industrial peace and harmony at the workplace in particular, and in the country in general for sustainable growth and development.
By Spectator Reporter
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THE Times Ladies Association, a group consisting of female staff of the New Times Corporation (NTC), on Monday commemorated this year’s International Women’s Day with a call on women to empower themselves through education, unity and healthy living to contribute meaningfully to national development.
The event, held at the NTC’s boardroom, was attended by management members and staff of the corporation and was to celebrate the achievements of women and reflect on their role in society.
In her address, the President of the association, Mrs Georgina N.M Quaittoo, said the global celebration, marked annually on March 8, recognised the economic, political and social achievements of women while raising awareness about gender equality.
Although the international celebration fell on Sunday, she explained that the association decided to mark the occasion on March 9 to enable members to participate fully and commemorate the day in their own way.
Speaking on this year’s theme: ‘Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,’ and the global campaign theme: ‘Give to Gain,’ she the association had over the years worked tirelessly to support the growth and progress of the corporation despite the challenges they faced.
Urged members to commit themselves to deeper service to humanity and the advancement of women. She said women were unique, resilient and invaluable to society, stating that they deserved respect, appreciation, kindness and love for the vital roles they played in families, workplaces and communities.
According to her, members of the President, who is also the Editor of The Spectator newspaper, encouraged members to empower themselves academically and take advantage of opportunities to improve their lives and careers.
She also urged them to maintain healthy lifestyles by going for regular medical check-ups, exercise regularly, get enough rest and support one another.
Moreover, she advised members to accept leadership positions when given the opportunity and to exhibit qualities such as hard work, confidence, patience, compassion and responsibility in both their homes and workplaces.
Contributing, the Chanel Marketing and Circulation Manager, Mr Alfred Koomson, said women played critical roles in society and deserved to be supported and appreciated.
He urged men to recognise that they were often vulnerable species without the care, support and contributions of women in their lives.
He, therefore, commended women for the invaluable roles they play as mothers, caregivers, professionals and leaders, stressing that society would be incomplete without them.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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GHANA celebrated her 69th Independence Anniversary last Friday with colourful parades across all 16 regions of the country.
This year’s theme: ‘Reflect, Review, Reset,’ emphasised the importance of reflecting on the nation’s journey, assessing its current state, and planning for a brighter future.
At the Jubilee House, dignitaries present were President John Mahama, Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, former Presidents, Akufo-Addo and John Agyekum Kufuor, behalf of the President, former President of Tanzania, and other distinguished guests.
The President, John Dramani Mahama, addressed the nation at the seat of government whiles Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives addressed their various assemblies on.
As part of the celebrations, school children paraded and displayed their marching skills whiles others performed cultural and other social activities to mark the day across the regions.
