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Kennedy Agyapong treated unfairly by Bawumia camp – United Party communications director
The Director of Communications of the United Party, Solomon Owusu, has argued that Kennedy Agyapong has been treated unfairly by the camp of Mahamudu Bawumia within the New Patriotic Party.
Speaking on at TV3, Mr Owusu noted that internal attacks against Mr Agyapong, including comments from Adwoa Safo, had rather strengthened his public image instead of weakening it.
He stressed that personal matters, including family issues, should not be dragged into political campaigns.
According to him, Mr Agyapong had been insulted and undermined by members aligned with Dr Bawumia’s camp, a situation he described as unfortunate and damaging to party unity.
He questioned how party members could openly label a fellow contender as unstable while still expecting loyalty from him.
Mr Owusu observed that comments made by Adwoa Safo about Mr Agyapong’s personal life ended up generating sympathy for him among the public.
He explained that such remarks created an emotional connection between Mr Agyapong and voters rather than harming his political standing.
The United Party communicator touched on internal political strategies within the NPP, particularly around support for parliamentary candidates.
He expressed doubts that Mr Agyapong and his allies would support certain candidates perceived to be working closely with the Bawumia camp.
Mr Owusu criticised the leadership style within the NPP, warning that failure to openly address wrongdoing and internal divisions could weaken the party’s future.
He maintained that calling out mistakes, even within one’s own party, was necessary for reform and survival.
Despite his criticisms, Mr Owusu clarified that he did not wish Mr Agyapong success in the ongoing campaign.
However, he acknowledged that recent attacks against him had indirectly boosted his appeal.
He concluded that Ghana’s political space should focus on ideas, integrity and leadership rather than personal attacks, adding that political life continues even after elections and parties must act with restraint and responsibility.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The New Times Corporation (NTC) on Monday held its annual thanksgiving service, bringing together staff and management to reflect on the past year, express gratitude, and renew their commitment to the organisation’s growth.
At the service, the Deputy Chairperson of the Interim Management Committee (IMC) and a Board Member of the New Times Corporation (NTC), Madam Charity Binka, called for strong and intentional collaboration among staff, emphasising that unity and teamwork were crucial to transforming the corporation during its challenging times.
“This is a time to break silos, share ideas and work together as one team with a shared vision,” she said, adding that innovation and digital transformation must be embraced to secure NTC’s future.
Madam Binka expressed gratitude to God for sustaining the corporation and its employees despite financial and operational difficulties.
“Though the journey has not been smooth, God has sustained us. We are here today because of His grace,” she indicated, acknowledging the resilience and dedication of staff who have kept The Ghanaian Times and The Spectator among the country’s most respected newspapers.
Quoting Jeremiah 29:11, she encouraged staff to remain hopeful and confident that brighter days lie ahead.
Delivering the sermon, Rev. John Akorli of Word Divine International Ministry at Sukura, Accra, cautioned staff against excessive talking and gossip, warning that careless speech could create unnecessary problems.
Rev. Akorli further reminded staff that their identity should not be defined by past mistakes, family background, or negative labels.
He encouraged them to live confidently, depend on God’s guidance, and remain focused on their responsibilities, noting that spiritual awareness and discipline were essential to personal and organisational growth.
The service ended with prayers for unity, renewal, and a prosperous new chapter for the New Times Corporation.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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The Catholic Bishop of the Koforidua Diocese, Bishop Joseph Afrifa Agyekum, has expressed concern over the rising rate of divorce in the country, attributing the trend largely to inadequate knowledge about marriage and misplaced expectations of couples.
He said many marriages were collapsing because couples entered into the union without a clear understanding of the responsibilities, sacrifices and commitments that marriage demands.
The Bishop raised the concern while addressing congregants at the 50th anniversary of the Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church at Madina on Sunday.
According to him, marriage was increasingly being viewed through unrealistic lenses shaped by social media, peer pressure and material expectations, rather than mutual respect, patience and shared values.
“Many people go into marriage with expectations that are not grounded in reality. When those expectations are not met, conflict sets in and eventually leads to separation or divorce,” he observed.
The Bishop noted that some couples lacked proper preparation before marriage, adding that pre-marital counselling was often treated as a formality rather than an opportunity to gain deeper insight into marital life.
He stressed the need for churches, families and society to intensify education on marriage, particularly among the youth, to help them make informed decisions before entering into marital unions.
The Bishop also urged married couples to embrace dialogue, forgiveness and understanding, saying disagreements were inevitable but could be resolved through patience and commitment.
He urged couples experiencing challenges to seek counselling instead of resorting to separation, emphasising that strong families remained the foundation of a stable and progressive society.
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