Hot!
Roland Ofori inspires with “Why Go for Crumbs If You Can Own The Bakery”
A renowned marketing professional with an illustrious career spanning over a decade, Roland Ofori Larbi has launched an inspirational masterpiece titled“Why Go for Crumbs If You Can Own The Bakery.”
The inspiring and empowering book is aimed at helping people learn how to shift their mindset from scarcity to abundance and start living the life they truly desire.
With inspiring stories and practical advice, he said the book will help people break free from limiting beliefs and empower them to take bold action towards their goals in life.
Speaking at the launch held at La Palm Royal Hotel on Sunday, September 24, 2023, he said whether you’re an entrepreneur, artist, student, athlete, or anyone looking to unleash their full potential, “Why Go for Crumbs If You Can Own the Bakery? ’
He said the book will help people unlock their true potential and create a life that’s truly worth living.
”So what are you waiting for? It’s time to claim your rightful place at the table and own the bakery of your dreams,” he added.
Recounting his story, Mr.Ofori, said the book also touches on his story which nearly ended before it began, adding that his pregnant mother has had enough in her marriage and the plan was to get rid of him.
Mr.Ofori who was teary said, it took the intervention of a local preacher who counselled his mother to keep him, and for that reason, the pregnancy was not terminated.
Fortunately or unfortunately, he ended up in a broken home where things were difficult to come by.
“My father gave birth to eleven children, we did not have enough to eat or wear at home, and the only food which was abundant was books, so I took to reading books, reading, reading with that i escaped from the harsh realities. I read books ahead of my time and it shaped me,” he said.
He said he journeyed through life taking the half-chances life presented to him through the orchestration of the divine.
At 12 he started selling kerosene, and after JHS, at the age of 13, Mr.and Mrs Agyemang Badu gave him his first job as a caretaker at Dansoman in Accra.
“When they leave home, I take care of the house until they come just to avoid thieves,” he added.
From there he became a pupil teacher after Senior High School and started a business in the middle of University education to survive and finish school.
“Reflecting on all these, what I realised was that life offers half chances and mostly, the opportunity doesn’t come from those you expect too there have been several times when family and friends have been a disappointment but strangers from nowhere intervene,” he disclosed.
Against this backdrop, Roland Ofori decided not to wait till he is old to write a book, but to chronicle what he has experienced in a book to encourage others who need to be uplifted.
At the launch, Petra Aba Asamoah, Maame Ama Pratt and Philip Ashon, reviewers of the book took their turns to share their insights on the various chapters.
His remarkable transformation from an Electrical Engineer to a marketing expert reflects his courage to align his career with his true passion.
A fervent advocate for lifelong learning, financial independence, self-enhancement, and self-discovery, Roland’s genuine affection for humanity and unwavering curiosity about the inner workings of human motivation set him apart.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
Hot!
Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
By Spectator Reporter
