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Daniel Anyetei retires after four decades of service to New Times Corporation
Perfect gentleman, Uncle Dan
It was a moment of mixed feelings for staff of the New Times Corporation (NTC), publishers of the Ghanaian Times and The Spectator newspapers on Wednesday as they held a send-off for one of the oldest staff, Mr. Daniel Anyetei as he proceeds on retirement.
It marked an end to over 40 years of dedicated service to the Corporation.
Affectionately called Uncle Dan, Mr Anyetei who headed the Design Department prior to his retirement, joined the Corporation on December 2, 1980.
At the send-off ceremony organised by the Design Section, Management of NTC praised Uncle Dan for his outstanding service over the years.
The Managing Director (MD) of NTC, Mr Martin Kwaku Adu-Owusu described Uncle Dan as a perfect gentleman who has left a huge vacuum in his department and the Corporation as a whole.
“We would miss such a great personality who was dedicated to the progress of the Corporation. He led by example and the young ones must learn from him,” he stated.
On his part, the Editor of the Ghanaian Times, Mr David Agbenu said he was sad that Uncle Dan was leaving since there was no one to replace him for his level of commitment and dedication to duty.
“He was always punctual and never complained when given an assignment even when it is late. He was always ready to serve,” he stated.
The Acting Editor of The Spectator, Mrs Georgina Naa-Maku Quaittoo also described Uncle Dan as a gentleman who always dressed very well aside performing his duties with a high degree of devotion.
In his remarks, Uncle Dan said leaving the Corporation at this period was difficult having had very good and bad times within the period.
He narrated how they navigated from the manual days of designing to the generation of computers and the period of very smart machines.
He urged Management and Staff to continue working hard to position NTC as a very formidable organisation.
“I wish everyone the best and pray for God’s protection and Grace over the Corporation. It is not easy to say goodbye but we must all move on at some point,” he added.
By Michael D. Abayateye
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
By Spectator Reporter
