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New executive for NTC Local Union sworn-in
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MR Henry Atakey, the Principal Industrial Relations Officer of the Industrial and Commercial Workers Union (ICU- Ghana), has on behalf of the General Secretary, Mr Morgan Ayawine, sworn in a new eight-member executive of the Local Union of the New Times Corporation (NTC).
The new executive is chaired by Mr Roland Wotordzor, and ably assisted by Anthony Marshack (Vice Chairman), Mr Vincent Owusu Sarpong (Secretary) and Mr Ebenezer Addai (Assistant Secretary). The rest are Mr John Mensah (First Trustee), Mr Kenneth Amfoh Mensah (Second Trustee), Mr Eric Cobbinah (Executive Member) and Mr David Tetteh (Youth Representative).
After administering the oath of office, Mr Atakey urged the new executive members to handle membership dues of the union wisely. He further advised them to be humble and continue to work hand in hand with the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the corporation for the wellbeing of workers.
In his acceptance speech, the Chairman for the Local Union, Roland Wotordzor, thanked the outgoing chairman and colleagues for being a good mentor to them.
“I, therefore, urge all members to put aside their differences and let’s work together because we have a lot ahead of us,” he added.
The outgoing Local Union Chairman, Mr Cephas Aveh, emphasised the need for unity and eschew backbiting, gossips and other negative attitudes. According to him, these negative attitudes could harm the union.
The Chairman for the Professional and Managerial Staff Union (PMSU), Mr Andrew Parker, said the new mandate was a significant step in strengthening leadership and advancing the organisation’s vision. He urged them to continue to do their best and serve the workers effortlessly.
The Editor of The Spectator, Mrs Georgina Naa –Marku Quaittoo, called for a peaceful working environment between management staff, and congratulated the new executive on their election.
Mrs Agnes Nketia, the Human Resource Manager of NTC urged the new executive to leave a good legacy when their tenure of office comes to an end and make a positive impact on the corporation.
Also present at the swearing-in ceremony was the Acting Editor of The Ghanaian Times, Mr David Adadevoh, Supervisor- Advert, Sales and Business Relations, Mrs Edzodzi Can-Tamakloe, the Acting Chief Accountant, Mr Eric Nkum, Acting Internal Auditor, Ismaila Attual and some members of the PMSU.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Veteran Nigerian actor and African screen legend, Pete Edochie, has paid a courtesy call on the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, during his visit to Ghana.
Edochie is in Ghana to launch the African Legacy Project, which includes a book, documentary film and an African Youth Mentorship Initiative targeting about 500,000 young people across the continent.
Mr. Gyamfi welcomed the opportunity for GoldBod to support the mentorship initiative, noting that it aligns with the Board’s Special Intervention Programme and its focus on social impact and economic empowerment.
GoldBod’s work is also referenced in Pete Edochie’s new book, which highlights Ghana’s efforts to ensure its gold resources contribute to national development.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned Ghanaians seeking employment in Zambia to be cautious of fraudulent job offers that could expose them to human trafficking and forced involvement in cybercrime.
The warning follows the arrest of six Ghanaians in Lusaka, Zambia, during a joint operation by the Zambia Police Service, the Drug Enforcement Commission and the Department of Immigration on August 23, 2026.
According to the Ministry, the operation targeted a facility suspected of being involved in organised cybercrime activities and led to the arrest of 79 people, including 10 Zambians and 69 foreign nationals.
The Ministry said six of the foreign nationals arrested were Ghanaians.
It explained that reports received by the Ghana High Commission in Lusaka indicated that some of those arrested had been recruited through what appeared to be legitimate employment opportunities, including online data entry jobs.
However, the Ministry said some were allegedly forced into online scam activities after their passports were confiscated by their employers.
It warned that the situation highlights how human trafficking groups are using fake employment opportunities to lure unsuspecting job seekers into illegal activities.
The Ministry has therefore advised Ghanaians travelling to Zambia or seeking employment there to thoroughly verify job offers, recruitment agencies and prospective employers before travelling.
Ghanaians living in Zambia have also been urged to remain vigilant when responding to online job opportunities and maintain regular contact with the Ghana High Commission in Lusaka for consular assistance when necessary.
The Ministry said the government remains committed to protecting the welfare and interests of Ghanaians travelling to or living outside the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
