News
Nakeeyat named ambassador for 4R+ Initiative by CorpNation Foundation
Award-winning young Ghanaian poet, Nakeeyat Dramani has been named Ambassador for CorpNation Foundation’s 4R+ Initiative.
4R+ Initiative is a solid waste management initiative that promotes the reduction of waste generation and encourages recycling, reusing and recovery of waste.
The initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 13.
Speaking to Thespectatoronline.com, during the unveiling ceremony held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, the Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of 4R+ Initiative, Saviour Adzika said all of these are tied to a sustainability element to ensure a safer society.
He said as part of the component of the project, there would be tree planting, student clubs, environmental quizes and award schemes to ensure people are interested in things regarding the environment.
According to him, it has taken his outfit, CorpNation Foundation four years since they rolled out this initiative in Takoradi.
Introducing the Ambassador for the initiative, Nana Kwesi Coomson, Public Relations Manager, said Nakeeyat represents the future.
Mr. Coomson noted that the reason for settling on Nakeeyat was that the project goes beyond the present generation, adding that it was to ensure the younger ones are exposed to the dangers of poor waste management.
Nakeeyat on her part expressed her appreciation for the acknowledgement of CorpNation and called on all and sundry to get involved in the initiative.
She charged Ghanaians to be activists for the protection of the environment which would go a long way to save lives.
According to her, it has become a global concern over the years with a significant impact on lives and properties.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
President John Dramani Mahama has visited the Akosombo Dam to assess the impact of a fire incident at a substation operated by the Ghana Grid Company.
The fire is reported to have caused the loss of more than 1,000 megawatts from the national power grid, affecting electricity supply in parts of the country.
During the visit, he inspected ongoing restoration works and received briefings from engineers on efforts to restore power. He commended them for what he described as a swift and professional response to the situation.
According to him, the government remains committed to restoring stable electricity supply as quickly as possible.
He added that steps are also being taken to strengthen the resilience of Ghana’s energy infrastructure to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Ghana Grid Company has not yet provided a detailed timeline for full restoration, but work is ongoing to bring affected systems back on stream.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, says he and his deputy have publicly filed their annual tax returns to demonstrate leadership and encourage compliance among citizens.
In a facebook post, he explained that the move was meant to show that public officials must lead by example when it comes to fulfilling civic duties.
“Leadership must be demonstrated, not declared,” he said.
He commended Ghanaian taxpayers for their continued contribution to national development, noting that tax compliance plays a key role in sustaining government activities.
According to him, paying taxes is both a legal and moral responsibility. He stressed that all citizens, including public officials, professionals, and businesses, are equal before the law and must meet their tax obligations.
He added that tax revenue is essential for funding key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and security.
The minister praised the Ghana Revenue Authority for its work, especially during the ongoing Tax and Good Governance Month in April. He said the initiative helps to educate the public and promote voluntary compliance.
He urged the authority to intensify public education and continue reforms aimed at simplifying tax processes, reducing compliance costs, and improving transparency.
He further encouraged individuals and businesses that are yet to file their returns to do so promptly, adding that support systems and digital platforms are available to assist them.
He said building a strong tax culture would strengthen the country’s economy, improve accountability, and promote fairness in society.
By: Jacob Aggrey
