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NSA olds Strategic Management Session on Deployment for Growth
The National Service Authority (NSA) has held a high-level management session on Strategic Deployment as a Driver for National Service Growth at the Best Western Premier Hotel in Accra.
The meeting, which took place on Friday, brought together Regional and District Managers from across the country to deliberate on how deployment to Non-Subvented Organisations can drive growth for the Authority and increase its Internally Generated Funds (IGF).
Rationale
Speaking on the rationale behind the session, the Director-General of NSA, Mr. Felix Gyamfi, underscored the need for proper engagement and strategic deployment to enhance the financial standing of the Authority.
He stressed that posting National Service Personnel (NSP) to Non-Subvented Organisations, which contribute 20% service charges to the NSA, is a key strategy to improve revenue generation and sustain operations.
“I am very clear in my mind that this is the way to go. That way, we can generate a lot of money for the running of the Authority and, by extension, create an enabling environment for staff welfare to be realised,” he stated.
Beyond revenue, the Director-General expressed concern over the inefficiencies in the current system, where some NSP are left idle under trees due to improper deployment, yet receive monthly allowances.
“I believe this is a waste of time and expertise. The service year is meant to expose these personnel to a structured working environment that enhances their career experience in the job market,” he pointed out.
He called on NSA staff at all levels to demonstrate commitment in achieving the new strategic direction, emphasising that once an NSP is posted to a Non-Subvented Organisation, reposting should not be entertained.
“This approach will not only increase our IGF but also reduce the financial burden on the government in paying allowances, thereby creating an enabling environment for improved staff welfare,” he outlined.
Crucial step
The Deputy Director-General of NSA, Ruth Dela Seddoh applauded the initiative, describing it as a crucial step towards national growth. She called for support from all NSA staff to ensure the success of this new direction.
“This is a great initiative, and we all need to align with it to drive national growth. Supporting this agenda will benefit NSP, NSA staff, stakeholders, and the nation as a whole,” she noted.
The session also featured a presentation by a consultant, Samuel Colley, who shared insights on how research into Non-Subvented Organisations can contribute to NSA’s growth.
He highlighted a major challenge where NSP originally posted to private entities often ends up elsewhere, leaving these companies with little or no personnel despite their willingness to absorb them.
“From our research findings, some private entities have expressed frustration with NSA’s deployment system. I suggest that we engage them more effectively to ensure that the Authority generates significant revenue through service charges,” he stated.
The consultant stressed the need for pragmatic interventions to ensure that private sector engagement is effective and mutually beneficial.
During the interactive session, NSA District Directors from various regions shared their perspectives on how to achieve the new strategic targets.
They acknowledged the pressing need for more human resources, better motivation for staff, and adequate logistics, particularly vehicles, to facilitate engagement with private sector organisations.
They opined that with improved resources, NSA could expand its revenue streams and explore alternative means of income generation.
Market Demands
For his part, the Director of Corporate Affairs, Armstrong Esaah, emphasised the need for greater awareness and education on market demands when it comes to deploying NSP.
He highlighted that understanding industry requirements is critical to achieving the set targets. “We need to inform university management about the specific demands of the job market. Fields like IT, Engineering, Sciences, and Architecture are in higher demand than traditional disciplines such as Arts and Marketing. Aligning NSP deployment with these market realities will enhance our efficiency and revenue generation,” he explained.
He urged NSA to take a more proactive approach in bridging the gap between academia and the job market.
The Director-General reassured staff members of his full support to ensure that NSA generates the needed IGF to boost staff morale and improve working conditions.
“For me, I will fully support any good initiative that generates funds for the activities of the Authority. We should all come together to make this happen, and we will see how NSA will improve, “he assured.
He further stated that leveraging private sector deployment is a game-changer for NSA’s financial sustainability, saying, “The discussions reinforced the need for strategic partnerships, improved research, proactive engagement, and commitment from all NSA staff”.
He added that with a clear roadmap and collaborative efforts, the NSA is poised to transform its deployment strategy, ensuring that National Service Personnel gain valuable work experience, contribute meaningfully to national development, and boost the Authority’s revenue streams.
The Northern Regional Police Command has arrested three men believed to be part of a kidnapping syndicate responsible for abducting a 42-year-old man in Wapuli, a community in the Yendi District.
The suspects, Haruna Seidu, Amidu Bandi and Osman Bandi allegedly kidnapped the victim and demanded GH¢100,000 from his family for his release.
According to a police statement, officers from the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate were deployed to Wapuli after the incident was reported.
The team conducted surveillance and launched a rescue operation.
On Friday, December 5, 2025, police successfully rescued the victim and arrested the suspects after what was described as an intense exchange of gunfire.
The suspects were later taken into custody and are expected to be arraigned before court.
The Police said the a fourth suspect, who is believed to have sustained gunshot wounds during the operation, is currently on the run.
They urged the public to provide any information that may lead to his arrest.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong advocates Bold educational reforms at the UK House of Lords during Global Education Summit.
On November 27 2025, global development leaders, policymakers, education experts and civil society organisations gathered at the UK Parliament’s House of Lords for the Global Education Summit hosted by The Baroness Verma of Leicester and organised by the African British Business Forum.
The high-level event focused on the global rise in out-of-school children and the urgent reforms required to deliver equitable, quality education for all.
Among the distinguished Speakers was Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong, Founder & President of Women in Sustainability Africa (WiSA) and General Manager of the EIB Network, who delivered a compelling address on the theme “Breaking Barriers: Empowering Out-of-School Children Through Education.”
In her remarks, Nana Yaa who is currently celebrating 26years of Service in the Media, emphasized that education must be viewed as essential national infrastructure, not charity.
Borrowing experiences from her 18 years of empowering women and young people, she presented a strong case on how Africa’s poor educational systems tie into the poor state of its Gender Equality gap.
According to her, unlocking access to education is one of the most effective ways to strengthen economies, empower women and young girls, build resilient communities and drive sustainable development.
She highlighted that each child excluded from learning represents deferred innovation, delayed opportunity and a weakened society.
Nana Yaa noted that the barriers keeping millions of children out of school are complex and interconnected—ranging from poverty and cultural norms to geographical isolation and digital exclusion.
Addressing these challenges, she argued, requires solutions that are equally comprehensive and multi-layered.
Nana Yaa stressed that girls remain disproportionately affected, and investing in girls’ education has a transformative impact across several Sustainable Development Goals, including gender equality, poverty reduction, health outcomes and climate resilience.
Nana Yaa advocated for the expansion of flexible, inclusive and community-responsive educational models, such as mobile classrooms for remote and nomadic communities, community learning hubs, after-hours programmes for working children, radio-based instruction for low-tech areas and digital platforms designed to reach learners regardless of connectivity challenges.
She warned that without deliberate action, the digital divide would continue to widen, pushing already vulnerable children further to the margins.
During her presentation, she introduced three major reforms WiSA is seeking Partners for, aimed at reshaping educational access across Africa and beyond.
These are the Digital Bridge for Out-of-School Children (DBOC), the Community Education Stewardship Hubs (CESH) involving local women educators and youth volunteers and the Teen-focused Global Skills Accelerator for Out-of-School Teens (GSA-OT).
She also underscored the need for education systems that support instruction, inclusivity and healing, particularly for children experiencing autism, trauma, displacement or conflict.
Nana Yaa emphasised that emotional and psychological support must be integrated into educational frameworks in order to restore confidence, stability and long-term learning capacity.
The summit concluded with strong commitments from stakeholders to adopt sustainable financing models, strengthen data-driven policies and expand cross-sector partnerships.
The African British Business Forum reaffirmed its commitment to championing innovative, scalable solutions to educational inclusion across the UK, Africa and the wider global community.
