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Remain committed to work – National Media Commission tells NTC staff
The Chairman of the National Media Commission (NMC), Mr Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, has tasked staff of New Times Corporation, publishers of Ghanaian Times and The Spectator, to continue to lend support to management and Board of Directors and help improve the fortunes of the corporation.
Addressing a staff durbar on Wednesday in Accra, he urged the workers to make a “new commitment” and work hard to mitigate losses the corporation might have incurred as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Touching on other staff and managerial concerns, Mr Boadu-Ayeboafoh said the NMC, in consultation with the relevant authorities, would appoint a substantive Managing Director of the corporation in the weeks ahead.
He, however, noted that the appointment would not be “a panacea” to the challenges of the corporation. Rather, NTC would only achieve results when staff focused on doing the job they were tasked to do effectively and efficiently.
“Everybody no matter your position, has a contribution to make, nobody should discount the contribution made by his or her colleague for everyone’s role is important.
“Let us cherish the little given to us, it is out of this that we can assume bigger roles,” he stressed.
Mr Boadu-Ayeboafoh further said there was the need to define the role of management and the board since usurpation of power generated internal conflict.
Very Rev. Ama Afo-Blay, Board Chair of the Corporation, emphasing attitudinal change and commitment, also asked the employees to continue observing COVID-19 safety protocols, indicating that “wearing the mask is a must.”
She admitted the corporation had some challenges hence the urgent need to “turn things around.”
Rev. Afo-Blay further urged workers to “put their creativity to work” adding that management should implement suggestions from all sectors to the letter, for the progress of the corporation.
“Let us resolve to put in our best, it calls for little bit of sacrifice and commitment than we have been showing.
“We should think of what we can do to assist the corporation than what the corporation can do for us, we are better if not best when we resolve to do so,” she said, and advised staff to work as a team and desist from tarnishing the image of the corporation.
Mr. Martin Adu-Owusu, the acting Managing Director, described the meeting as unique as it was the first the board was meeting workers since their appointment.
By Ernest Nutsugah
South Africa’s Minister of Police Professor Firoz Cachalia, has strongly
condemned the recent xenophobic acts of violence and intimidation directed at Ghanaians and other foreign nationals within the Republic of South Africa.
“These actions are not only unlawful, but they stand in direct opposition to the values of dignity, equality, and human rights upon which our democracy is founded. South Africa is a constitutional state governed by the rule of law. No individual or group has the authority to take the law into their own hands, irrespective of grievances or frustrations,” he noted.
The Ministry of Police advised the members of the public that acts of xenophobia, violence, looting, or intimidation will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
According to South African Police Service (SAPS) has.been instructed to act decisively and without hesitation in addressing these incidents.
All those found to be participating in, inciting, or supporting such criminal conduct will be identified, apprehended, and brought before the courts.
The Ministry of Police called on all communities to remain calm and to reject any attempts to sow division and hatred among residents of our country.
The Ministry further urged community leaders, civil society organisations, and all stakeholders to work together with law enforcement agencies to prevent further violence and to promote dialogue and understanding.
The Government of Ghana, through the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), has commenced the disbursement of grants to beneficiaries ?(2025 cohort) under The Adwumawura Programme, an ambitious national initiative designed to support youth entrepreneurship, stimulate business growth, and drive job creation.
Launched to empower young Ghanaians with the entrepreneurial skills and resources needed to build decent and sustainable businesses.
The Adwumawura Programme, has to date, successfully trained and mentored 10,887 beneficiaries across the country.
These beneficiaries underwent 5 weeks intensive entrepreneurial training, followed by 6 months structured post-training mentorship to strengthen their business models and operational capacity.
As part of the transition from training to funding, a rigorous and transparent selection process was implemented to identify high-potential businesses for grant support.
A Grant Management Committee was duly inaugurated to oversee this process and ensure fairness, accountability, and merit-based selection.
The Committee is composed of representatives from academia, government institutions, financial agencies, development partners, and the private sector, ensuring a balanced and credible oversight structure.
Following the training phase, beneficiaries were required to submit detailed business plans outlining their proposed businesses and Innovations. These submissions underwent an initial one-week screening process, during which applications were assessed based on key criteria, including:Scalability – the potential for business growth and expansion, Job creation potential – the ability to create at least two decent employment opportunities, Sustainability – long-term viability of the business model Feasibility – practicality and readiness for implementation
Shortlisted applicants proceeded to a nationwide pitching phase, where they presented their business ideas before the Grant Management Committee. This stage provided an opportunity for further evaluation and validation of proposals, culminating in comprehensive assessment reports to guide final selection decisions.
Following this rigorous process, 3212 successful beneficiaries have been selected across all regions of the country
The commencement of grant disbursement marks a significant milestone in The Adwumawura Programme’s implementation, reinforcing Government’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship, reducing youth unemployment, and promoting inclusive economic growth.
According to NEIP remains dedicated to providing continuous support to beneficiaries through post-disbursement monitoring and business advisory services to ensure the sustainability and success of funded enterprises.
Young entrepreneaurs who could not make it in the year 2025. The 2026 cohort application portal will soon be opened.
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