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TVET, cornerstone of Ghana’s economic transformation —Kennedy Agyapong
A prominent businessman and former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Mr Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has called for a national shift toward technical and vocational education.
According to him, that forms the cornerstone of Ghana’s economic transformation.
Speaking as the Special Guest at the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Mr Agyapong made a passionate case for hands-on training, risk-taking, and entrepreneurial discipline among the youth.
“The perception that only weak students attend technical and vocational schools is wrong. Those who look down on such institutions have misplaced priorities,” he declared to a packed auditorium. “The future of Ghana depends on technical and vocational education (TVET). That’s where the real development lies.”
Mr Agyapong extended an open invitation to AAMUSTED authorities to send students to his steel manufacturing plants for practical training as part of a broader initiative to bridge the gap between academia and industry.
His address formed a key highlight of the entrepreneurial summit themed “Building Blocks: Pathway to Entrepreneurial Success,” organised by the university’s Students’ Representative Council (SRC).
Drawing from personal experiences and setbacks, Mr Agyapong urged students to embrace financial prudence, respect for workers, and a relentless drive for quality and innovation.
“Most students graduate and expect office jobs but the world doesn’t work like that. Life is not easy. You must take initiative.”
Backing Mr Agyapong’s stance, Nhyieaso MP and former Deputy Finance Minister, Dr Stephen Amoah, lauded the businessman’s leadership qualities and endorsed his political viability.
Addressing the students, Dr Amoah stressed that honesty, integrity, and practical skills are non-negotiable traits for sustainable success.
In his remarks, Pro-Vice Chancellor Prof. Albert Boateng reaffirmed AAMUSTED’s commitment to technical, vocational, and entrepreneurial education as a pathway to job creation and industrialisation.
SRC President David Akuetteh Octhere described the summit as a transformative platform for students to gain inspiration and clarity in their career paths.
FROM KINGSLEY E.HOPE, KUMASI
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THE Times Ladies Association, a group consisting of female staff of the New Times Corporation (NTC), on Monday commemorated this year’s International Women’s Day with a call on women to empower themselves through education, unity and healthy living to contribute meaningfully to national development.
The event, held at the NTC’s boardroom, was attended by management members and staff of the corporation and was to celebrate the achievements of women and reflect on their role in society.
In her address, the President of the association, Mrs Georgina N.M Quaittoo, said the global celebration, marked annually on March 8, recognised the economic, political and social achievements of women while raising awareness about gender equality.
Although the international celebration fell on Sunday, she explained that the association decided to mark the occasion on March 9 to enable members to participate fully and commemorate the day in their own way.
Speaking on this year’s theme: ‘Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,’ and the global campaign theme: ‘Give to Gain,’ she the association had over the years worked tirelessly to support the growth and progress of the corporation despite the challenges they faced.
Urged members to commit themselves to deeper service to humanity and the advancement of women. She said women were unique, resilient and invaluable to society, stating that they deserved respect, appreciation, kindness and love for the vital roles they played in families, workplaces and communities.
According to her, members of the President, who is also the Editor of The Spectator newspaper, encouraged members to empower themselves academically and take advantage of opportunities to improve their lives and careers.
She also urged them to maintain healthy lifestyles by going for regular medical check-ups, exercise regularly, get enough rest and support one another.
Moreover, she advised members to accept leadership positions when given the opportunity and to exhibit qualities such as hard work, confidence, patience, compassion and responsibility in both their homes and workplaces.
Contributing, the Chanel Marketing and Circulation Manager, Mr Alfred Koomson, said women played critical roles in society and deserved to be supported and appreciated.
He urged men to recognise that they were often vulnerable species without the care, support and contributions of women in their lives.
He, therefore, commended women for the invaluable roles they play as mothers, caregivers, professionals and leaders, stressing that society would be incomplete without them.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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GHANA celebrated her 69th Independence Anniversary last Friday with colourful parades across all 16 regions of the country.
This year’s theme: ‘Reflect, Review, Reset,’ emphasised the importance of reflecting on the nation’s journey, assessing its current state, and planning for a brighter future.
At the Jubilee House, dignitaries present were President John Mahama, Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, former Presidents, Akufo-Addo and John Agyekum Kufuor, behalf of the President, former President of Tanzania, and other distinguished guests.
The President, John Dramani Mahama, addressed the nation at the seat of government whiles Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives addressed their various assemblies on.
As part of the celebrations, school children paraded and displayed their marching skills whiles others performed cultural and other social activities to mark the day across the regions.
