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KSJI Commandery No. 975 inducts 31 cadet members
Rev Father Edward Agbeobila (middle) with the Cadets and KSJI executives after the ceremony
The Knights of St. John International (KSJI) Commandery No. 975 at St. Anne and Joachim Parish, Teshie, Accra, has inducted 31 new cadet members.
The initiation, the largest number since 2013, was happening ahead of the 10th anniversary celebration of the organization, which comes off later in July 2023 on the theme: “St. Anne KSJI @10 – Honouring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Building the Future.”
Rev. Father Edward Agbeobila, Battalion One Chaplain of KSJI, addressing the new members at the ceremony in Accra last Sunday, urged the youth to manage their time and engage in productive activities.
He said young people must seize every opportunity to learn and develop their skills, as that would bring valuable returns and help advance their lives and careers in the future.
While encouraging the new members to treat each other with respect, he said honesty and discipline should be the watchwords, just as the organisation instructs.
“There are many things to learn as a cadet. Make sure you are always learning from one another, adding value to the organisation, and making good use of your time,” he said.
Mr. Robert Mawuenyegah, the Worthy President of KSJI Commandery 975, said the objectives of the cadet were to organise Catholic boys, place them under competent leaders, and train them morally and physically to become “better men and more loyal Catholics.”
In addition to inculcating a love for God and country, he said the activities of cadets were to shield young boys from “the evil influences that presently surround them.”
“The cadet movement is to help boys become strong and well-developed. It strives to imbue in their lives love and understanding and teach them the value of war games, clean sports and fair play,” he said.
He said the inductees had assumed “a serious obligation” and were, therefore, expected to perform all duties required of them by the church.
“I trust you will always hold sacred the pledge that you have made that you will strive to practice each day the virtues of the Knights of Saint John International,” he added.
Mr. Gordon Tamboro, Accra East Grand Cadet Organiser, leading the swearing-in of new cadet officers, described the initiation as significant and advised the young ones to sustain and help grow the organisation in the years ahead.
Mr. Prince Otabil, Cadet Organiser of KSJI Commandery No. 975, expressed appreciation to stakeholders for the support received over the years and urged the new members to abide by the tenets of the Cadet. Also present at the ceremony was Mr. Harry Mensah, District Cadet Coordinator of the Accra East District.
By Ernest Nutsugah
The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has pledged to work closely with the Judiciary and the Ministry of Justice to address challenges affecting the delivery of justice in Ghana.
He made this known after receiving the Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, who paid a courtesy call on him earlier today.
The Chief Justice was accompanied by Supreme Court Judge, Justice Gabriel Pwamang, the Acting Director of the Ghana School of Law, Professor Raymond Atuguba, and the Judicial Secretary.
The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, was also present at the meeting.
Dr. Forson said the Chief Justice explained that the visit was to express appreciation for the continuous support the Ministry of Finance has given to the Judiciary.
According to him, the Chief Justice raised concerns about congestion in the courts, describing it as a major challenge that affects the speedy delivery of justice.
He said several solutions are currently being considered to help reduce the pressure on the courts.
“The Chief Justice also highlighted issues regarding the working conditions of staff within the Judiciary,” Dr. Forson stated.
He assured them of his commitment to helping resolve these problems through collaboration with the Judiciary and the Ministry of Justice.
“I am committed to working closely with the Judiciary and the Ministry of Justice to tackle these challenges,” he said.
As part of the measures being considered, Dr. Forson revealed that his ministry is examining the possibility of allowing the Judiciary to use 100 percent of its Internally Generated Funds (IGF) to meet urgent operational needs.
He said this move, if approved, would help improve the efficiency of the courts and enhance justice delivery across the country.
The meeting forms part of efforts to strengthen cooperation between the Executive and the Judiciary in addressing systemic challenges within Ghana’s justice system.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana has begun talks with the family of Guinea’s first President, Sékou Touré, to take possession of the house where Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah lived and worked during his final years in exile.
The Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced that the move follows instructions from President John Dramani Mahama.
According to him, the Mahama administration plans to renovate and preserve the residence in Guinea as a mark of respect for Nkrumah and to protect his legacy.
He explained that the site is expected to become part of a broader historical and tourism experience that traces Nkrumah’s life from Ghana to Guinea.
The decision was formally communicated to the Sékou Touré family on Saturday during a visit led by Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang.
The visit took place after the investiture of Guinea’s President Mamady Doumbouya.
Mr Ablakwa noted that the Ghanaian delegation toured Nkrumah’s abandoned home and was warmly received by three generations of the Sékou Touré family, led by the former president’s eldest son.
He added that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently negotiating the terms and conditions of the arrangement and engaging preservation experts to handle the restoration works.
The minister assured the public that the process will be handled openly, stressing that Ghanaians will be kept informed at every stage in the interest of transparency and accountability.
Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah was Ghana’s first President and a leading figure in Africa’s independence and Pan African movements.
His years in Guinea symbolised the strong political and ideological ties between the two countries.
By: Jacob Aggrey
