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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.
Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, has confirmed that former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, is in prison and serving her jail term.
Speaking in an interview on Joy news, Mr. Muntaka dismissed claims that the former MASLOC boss was being held in a private location.
He said she has been in the custody of the state since she returned to Ghana.
“From the day Sedina came, she has been with us, and she’s serving her time,” he said.
The minister explained that the public is not usually told the specific prison where inmates, especially high-profile persons, are being held for security reasons.
He said even judges who sentence offenders do not necessarily know the specific prison where they are sent.
“If you want to visit her, you can write to the Prisons Service. They will talk to her, and if she is interested in you coming, she will let you come,” Mr. Muntaka stated.
According to him, disclosing the location of high-profile inmates could put their lives at risk, adding that some developed countries also keep such information confidential for security purposes.
His comments come amid public speculation over the whereabouts of Ms. Tamakloe Attionu following reports that she had returned to Ghana to begin serving her prison sentence.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Western Regional Commander of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), ACFO I Cecil Addo, has completed a familiarization tour of major corporate and industrial institutions across the Western Region to strengthen partnerships and enhance fire safety preparedness.
The tour covered key organizations including the Bank of Ghana, GOIL PLC, Ghanstock, Western Terminals, Zen Terminal, Keda Ceramics, Takoradi International Company (TICO), Volta River Authority (VRA), Harlequin Oil and Gas, and Western Serene Atlantic Hotel.
During the engagements, the Regional Commander encouraged management of the institutions to prioritize proactive fire prevention measures by incorporating strict safety protocols into their daily operations.
Discussions also focused on improving fire readiness and strengthening collaboration between GNFS and the corporate sector.
As part of the initiative, GNFS presented firefighting equipment, including Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Dry Chemical Powder (DCP) extinguishers, as well as Fire Extinguishing Balls, to support workplace safety.
The institutions expressed appreciation for the outreach and pledged to support regular safety audits, joint emergency drills, and potential Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships with the Service.
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