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Prioritise needs of parents over girlfriends – Catholic Priest
A visiting Priest at the St. Augustine Catholic Church in the Ashaiman Municipality, Reverend Father Marcel Danyo has advised young men in love not to prioritise the needs of their partners in romantic relationships over that of their parents.
This has been the case for a number of young people who later regret their actions.
Rev. Fr. Danyo observed that it was an unfortunate trend that some men were willing to go to any lengths to satisfy their fiancées demands, but were ready to make up an excuse to appease their when it came meeting their basic necessities, such as paying for hospital bills or for medication.
Delivering his sermon on the Third Sunday of Lent Year B, he said taking care of one’s wife-to-be was not wrong but where the wants for material things were prioritised over things that were emergencies, was an issue which demanded a conscious effort to deal with.
He said some young men were quick to tell their mothers or fathers they were in financial difficulties and so could not help them but would quickly give it to their girlfriends without a second thought.
“Some of the boyfriends, even if they don’t have, would quickly go and borrow for their girlfriends but will tell their mothers stories, “ he said.
Rev FrDanyo said it was better to do things for parents while they were alive and not wait until they were dead to organize big funerals to honour them.
He said parents must be made to feel loved while they were alive so that they could also have the opportunity to bless their children).
He said it was important to make parents feel loved so that when they were no more, they would be happy and commend themselves for doing what was right.
He said it should not be the opposite where a man cried over the death of his parent because he did not take good care of them.
The visiting priest also advised the youth to be compassionate towards anyone they came across.
“Don’t be selective with people. See Christ in everyone,” he urged.
He said in the period of Lent and even beyond, everyone should go a step further to be generous to all they encounter or ask for assistance.
He stressed the need for all persons to be humble and not feel too powerful because they have money or positions, such that they treat all others with disrespect.
From DzifaTettehTay, Ashaiman
The Ghana Tourism Development Company Limited (GTD) in collaboration with the Department of Organisation and Human Resource Management, University of Ghana Business School (UGBS) has marked the 2026 World Safety Day Celebration in Accra.
The event held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Cedi Conference Centre, Legon was under the theme “Good Psychosocial Working Environment: A Pathway to Thriving Workers and Strong Organizations.”
The day is observed globally to promote safe and healthy working conditions and to raise awareness about both physical and psychological risks at the workplace.
The event formed part of efforts by stakeholders to deepen national conversations on workplace safety, particularly the growing concern about psychosocial well being.
In his keynote address, the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul Rashid Hassan Pelpuo stressed that workers must not be treated as machines but as human beings with dignity, rights and families.
He explained that unsafe work environments marked by fear, harassment, intimidation and excessive pressure reduce productivity and weaken organisations.
He noted that although physical hazards such as faulty equipment and unsafe buildings remain a concern, psychological risks including excessive workload, bullying, job insecurity and toxic communication are equally dangerous and must be addressed.
According to him, psychological hazards are real, measurable and preventable, and should be treated with the same urgency as physical risks.
He maintained that safe and healthy working conditions are not a luxury but a fundamental right that supports productivity and social justice.
Dr Pelpuo further stated that the government remains committed to strengthening occupational safety and health systems, adding that worker wellbeing is a core responsibility of leadership and not a public relations issue.
He urged employers to create environments where dignity is protected, and workers are empowered to speak without fear.
The Dean of University of Ghana Business School, Prof Ernest Y Tweneboah Koduah noted that the school is committed to shaping a better world of work that is equitable, productive and sustainable.
He announced that the school has secured accreditation from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission to introduce a programme in organisational health and safety.
He explained that gaps in workplace safety in Ghana are linked to weak enforcement, underreporting and limited professional training.
He added that the new programme will equip graduates with the skills to prioritise employee wellbeing as a key organisational responsibility.
Prof Tweneboah Koduah urged organisations to assess psychosocial risks, invest in human resource capacity and create environments where workers can openly discuss mental health concerns.
He emphasised that collaboration between academia and industry is essential to addressing workplace safety challenges.
Delivering remarks on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, the Registrar of the University of Ghana, Emelia Naa Kwantsua Agyei Mensah described the event as historic, noting that it is the first time the university is marking the global observance.
She explained that the focus on psychosocial wellbeing reflects current realities in the world of work.
She stated that employee health, including mental and emotional wellbeing, directly affects productivity, morale and institutional performance.
Mrs Agyei Mensah added that the university is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for staff and students, beyond minimum legal requirements.
She called on leaders to reflect on the kind of workplaces they create and to prioritise the wellbeing of employees.
CEO of the GTDC, Prof Kobby on his part noted that its participation aligns with its commitment under the Riyadh Declaration, which calls on member states to improve infrastructure and public safety, as well as enhance services, transport, connectivity and accessibility.
He indicated that the company intends to use the platform to highlight Ghana’s readiness to implement the declaration, with a strong focus on worker safety and wellbeing as a foundation for sustainable tourism development.
The event brought together policymakers, academics, industry players and students to discuss strategies for improving workplace safety and promoting healthier work environments across the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Minister for Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor, has praised engineers and technical teams working to restore electricity after a fire at the Akosombo Substation disrupted power supply.
He said this after visiting the facility on Monday night to assess ongoing repair works following the incident, which affected the control room and caused the loss of more than 1,000 megawatts of power to the national grid.
During the visit, he interacted with engineers and technicians who have been working continuously under difficult conditions to restore operations.
He said he was impressed by their dedication, courage, and professionalism despite the challenges.
The minister commended the teams for their resilience and sacrifice, noting that their efforts reflect a strong sense of duty and commitment to national service.
He assured them of the government’s full support as they continue with the restoration work.
He also assured the public that authorities are doing everything possible to restore stable electricity supply as soon as possible.
By: Jacob Aggrey
