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COCOBOD CEO Pays Courtesy Call on Farihan Alhassan
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr. Ransford Abbey, paid a courtesy call on Farihan Alhassan, Managing Director (MD) of GCB Bank PLC.
The visit, which took place on Thursday, February 13, 2025, was aimed at strengthening the long-standing relationship between COCOBOD and the Bank. The two institutions have collaborated over the years on various financial initiatives, particularly in supporting Ghana’s cocoa sector through structured financing and banking services.
Welcoming the COCOBOD MD, Farihan expressed appreciation for the visit and reaffirmed GCB Bank’s commitment to deepening its partnership with COCOBOD.
He also highlighted the Bank’s dedication to providing tailored financial solutions that support the cocoa industry and contribute to Ghana’s economic growth.
Dr. Abbey congratulated Mr. Alhassan on his appointment and commended GCB Bank for its continued support of the cocoa sector.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration between financial institutions and agribusiness stakeholders in ensuring the sustainability and profitability of Ghana’s cocoa industry.
The meeting provided an opportunity for discussions on potential areas of collaboration, including enhanced financial support for cocoa farmers, supply chain financing, and innovative banking solutions tailored for the agricultural sector.
Both leaders expressed optimism about the future of their partnership and pledged to work closely to advance mutual interests that will benefit Ghana’s economy.
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Kwabena Agyepong files nomination ahead of primaries
Kwabena Agyepong has officially filed his nomination to contest for the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), becoming the first candidate to do so ahead of the party’s upcoming primaries.
Following the successful filling, Mr. Agyepong told party supporters that his vision was to build a Ghana that is “economically robust, fiscally responsible, socially cohesive, and fully accountable to its people.”
He said the country faces urgent challenges, including high unemployment, illegal mining, poor sanitation, chaotic city planning, and court congestion due to land disputes.
He warned about growing political polarization and the demoralization of young Ghanaians.
Mr. Agyepong stressed the need to restore the party and national values of service, sacrifice, and selflessness.
He called for leaders who can take tough decisions and provide real solutions for the nation.
The NPP leadership race will determine the party’s flagbearer for the next general elections, with Ing. Kwabena Agyepong’s nomination marking the official start of the contest.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Korle Bu Dental Dep’t Gets New Digital X-Ray Machine
The Chief Executive Officer of the Hospital, Dr. Yakubu Seidu Adam, has commissioned newly installed digital X-ray machines at the Radiology Department to further enhance diagnostic services and improve patient care.
At the brief ceremony, Dr. Adam underscored the significance of the new machines in meeting the growing demand for advanced diagnostic services. He described the commissioning as a major milestone in the hospital’s modernisation agenda, aimed at boosting efficiency in patient management.
Dr. Matthew Boamah, Head of the Dental Unit, and Dr. Hafisatu Gbadamosi, Head of the Radiology Department, expressed their appreciation to hospital management and partners, Rontgen Imaging, for making the project possible. They assured that the machines will be utilised to their fullest potential for the benefit of patients.
The new equipment will significantly improve the quality and speed of imaging, especially for dental and maxillofacial cases, while minimising patient exposure to radiation. In addition, it will support teaching, research, and specialised care, further strengthening Korle Bu’s position as a leading referral centre in Ghana and the sub-region.
This commissioning forms part of the hospital’s broader commitment to upgrading its infrastructure and delivering world-class healthcare to its patients and clients.
