Editorial
Edem, BH-FERTAGRO Limited donate relief items to Volta Region flood victims
Staff from BH-FERTAGRO limited donating the items to the paramount
Queen mother of MEPE Traditional Area.
The Managing Director of BH-FERTAGRO Limited, Ghana’s leading import, distributor and marketer of quality fertilisers and inputs, Mr Robert Kwabena Ayitey has partnered with musician Edem’s Goget’em Foundation to provide over GHȻ100,000 worth of relief items to the people of Mepe, Bator, Sogakope and the surrounding areas.
The gesture forms part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and also in response to the tragedy caused by the spillage of the Akosombo Dam in the Volta Region.
In an interview, Mr. Ayitey stated that, it was important to sympathise and help the flood victims.
The General Manager of the company, Mr Alex Kwame Donyinah also expressed concerns about how the affected people could come back to their daily livelihood without getting support from Corporate Ghana.
“As a leading agro company, we are ready to ensure we provide the needed support in terms of fertilizers and other farm inputs to ensure that these affected areas see growth and restoration in the tragedy.”
Musician Edem known in private life as Denning Edem Hortor who has been very instrumental in organising relief items to the affected areas expressed his gratitude to the company for taking such a step to support the people in the affected areas.
The Paramount Queen of Mepe Traditional Area, Mamaga Adzo Sreku IV and Mankrado, Torgbe Korsi Nego VI who received the items on behalf of the victims expressed their gratitude to BH-FERTAGRO and Edem.
Editorial
Concern over mentally ill persons roaming Kwame Nkrumah Circle Interchange
Dear Sir
I write to express my concern over the growing number of mentally ill individuals roaming the Kwame Nkrumah Circle Interchange in Accra.
This area, a vital transportation hub and commercial centre, has increasingly become home to several persons visibly suffering from mental health issues, often without adequate care or supervision.
This situation poses risks both to the affected individuals and the general public. Some of these individuals are exposed to traffic hazards, unsanitary conditions, and in some cases, hostile treatment from passersby.
There have also been reports of occasional erratic behaviour, which causes fear and discomfort among commuters and vendors.
Mental health is a public health issue, and these individuals deserve compassion, medical attention, and a safe environment.
I urge the Ministry of Health, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly, and relevant NGOs to collaborate on a sustainable solution including mental health outreach programmes, rehabilitation, and safe housing.
Kwame Nkrumah Circle should be a symbol of progress, not a place where the vulnerable are left to struggle. Let us act with urgency and humanity.
From John Boateng
Kwame Nkrumah Circle
Editorial
Parents should encourage their wards writing BECE
Dear Editor,
AS the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) takes off across the country starting Wednesday, I write to encourage all candidates taking part in this important step in their academic journey.
Out of a total of 603,328 candidates taking the examination this year, 306,078 are females, whiles the rest 297,250 are males.
Over the years, the examination begins on Monday and ended on Friday but per the timetable, this year’s candidates started on Wednesday and will end next week.
The BECE is not just an exam, it is a milestone from one stage to another. It represents years of hardwork, dedication and the dreams of countless students who hope to continue their education and build a brighter future.
This is where the role of parents, teachers and society become beneficial. Let us offer not only academic support but emotional encouragement to them.
I also appeal to educational authorities to ensure fairness, proper supervision and transparency throughout the examination period.
The journey may be challenging, but with time, focus and discipline they can make it.
I wish to use this platform to wish all of them well.
Naa Koshie, Teshie
