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Resist enticement by extremists – NCCE
The Director of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), in the Prestea -Huni Valley municipality of the Western Region, Mr. Kwesi Kuntu Blankson has asked the youth to resist enticement into joining extremist and terrorist groups to destabilise the country.
He gave the advice at a workshop organised by the Commission at Bogoso in Prestea -Huni Valley, with support from the European Union (EU), as part of a project dubbed ‘Preventing Electoral Violence and Providing Security at Ghana’s Border.’
The project, which was to prevent violent extremism in the country, attracted chiefs, the clergy, students, youth groups and civil society organisations.
Mr Blankson charged the youth to avoid being recruited to foment violence to destroy the peace Ghana had enjoyed over decades ,saying “be tolerant, law-abiding and patriotic to fight for the development agenda of the country.”
Chief Inspector Samuel Ghartey, who represented the Ghana Police Service at Prestea, also urged the youth to resort to the law and be ambassadors of peace.
The Area Head of Church of Pentecost, Bogoso, Apostle Onyinah Gyamfi, who spoke on peace building mechanisms, called for tolerance in all endeavours including the political, ethnic, religious and social fields in order to ensure the peace of the country.
On his part, the Western Regional Director of NCCE,Mr. Justice Yaw Ennin, said “The security of the country is a shared responsibility and citizens should do everything possible to protect the nation and people from all forms of violence.”
Stressing on the need to build a peaceful and prosperous nation, he pledged that the Commission, as mandated by the 1992 Constitution, would continue to roll -out programmes to educate the public on their rights and responsibilities.
From Clement Adzei Boye, Bogoso
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THE Accra Technical University (ATU) on Tuesday officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 in Accra, aimed at driving innovation and strengthening institutional capacity across key operational areas.
Speaking at the launch, Mr Humphrey Awuletey Williams, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oswal Investments Limited, explained that the strategic plan seeks to respond to emerging challenges while positioning the institution as a forward-thinking leader in development.
He urged the university’s leadership to leverage their expertise to train students to be innovative and produce competitive products for both African and international markets.
According to him, employers increasingly demand competence-based human capital beyond academic certificates to drive development.
Mr Williams commended the Governing Council, Academic Board, Management, and other stakeholders for developing what he described as a ‘formative tool,’ and encouraged them to ensure its full implementation.
The Vice Chancellor of ATU, Mr Amevi Acapkvovi, emphasised that the strategic plan focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
“The strategic plan is not just a document, but a commitment to excellence, accountability and progress,” he said, adding that inclusivity is also central to the institution’s operations.
He outlined seven key focus areas of the plan: industry-based education; digital transformation and modernised infrastructure; quality assurance and institutional excellence; industry-driven research, innovation and entrepreneurship; staff development, motivation and welfare; strategic partnerships and increased visibility; and sustainable and green technologies.
Prof. Ernest Abotsi, stressed that the plan must not ‘gather dust’ but should be actively implemented to achieve success.
“Currently, ATU is adopting measures to assess the cost of running the institution, and this plan will serve as a guide to promote the university at every level,” he said.
Stakeholders present lauded the initiative, noting that its clear framework and measurable targets would help track progress and ensure transparency in the institution’s operations.
The university expressed confidence that, with support from partners and staff, the plan would significantly contribute to national development and set a benchmark for excellence in the sector.
The ceremony brought together stakeholders from government, traditional leadership, academia, industry, and civil society.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
It was an exciting moment as hundreds of revellers from various parts of Accra trooped to the Independence Square beach in Osu to celebrate Easter.
Dressed in all kinds of beach costumes, parents were seen with their children having fun and enjoying the moment.
Others made the best of their outing by engaging in other fun activities.
The revellers engaged in games such as football, ampe, athletics while others just sat, relaxed to release stress amidst music provided by some revellers.
By Lizzy Okai
