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Use of IT can make security service recruitment smoother – Jerry Ahmed Shaib
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Member of Parliament for Weija Gbawe and Second Deputy Minority Whip, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has called for the effective use of information technology to improve recruitment into Ghana’s security services.
He explained that if digital systems are properly used, the recruitment process for the police, fire, immigration and other security agencies will become smoother and more transparent.
Mr Shaib made the remarks while speaking as a guest speaker at the empower vault summit where he shared his personal story and encouraged the youth to pursue their goals with determination and courage.
According to him, young people must remain ambitious and curious, adding that failure should not discourage them from trying again.
He noted that the youth play a key role in national development and therefore must be empowered with opportunities and the right support.
The MP expressed concern about the high level of youth unemployment and the frustrations many young people face when they apply for recruitment into the security services.
Mr Shaib indicated that a large number of applicants are often disqualified without clear explanations, which creates doubt about the recruitment system.
He revealed that about 250,000 young people applied for recruitment into the security services, but only about 5,000 are expected to be selected.
According to him, the situation leaves many young people frustrated and uncertain about their future.
He therefore urged government to strengthen the use of technology in the recruitment process to make it more transparent and fair.
Mr Shaib called for stronger measures to empower young people through education, technology and employment opportunities.
He further urged government to implement its promise of a 24 hour economy, noting that it would help create more jobs for the youth.
The MP added that Ghana must also pay attention to emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, which he believes will play a major role in the future of work and national development.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has clarified that former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta remains the subject of criminal proceedings in Ghana and is still wanted under a valid arrest warrant issued by the High Court in Accra.
In a public notice, the OSP said it had taken note of a transcript of a hearing from a United States immigration court that has been circulated by some media organisations.
According to the office, the document has been interpreted by some to suggest that Mr. Ofori-Atta has not been credibly charged or linked to any wrongdoing in Ghana.
The OSP rejected that interpretation, explaining that it is not involved in Mr. Ofori-Atta’s immigration proceedings in the United States.
It said its involvement relates only to extradition proceedings, which are being handled through Ghana’s Attorney-General as the country’s central authority.
According to the OSP, the extradition documents are not before the US immigration court and the court has no authority to determine whether the criminal charges against Mr. Ofori-Atta are credible.
“The credibility or otherwise of the criminal charges against Mr. Ofori-Atta is a matter for determination by the courts in Ghana,” the OSP stated.
The office explained that there are three separate legal proceedings involving the former minister.
These include the immigration proceedings in the United States concerning his immigration status, extradition proceedings to determine whether he should be returned to Ghana, and the criminal case before the High Court in Accra involving corruption and corruption-related offences.
The OSP reiterated that Mr. Ofori-Atta remains before the High Court in Accra as an accused person and that a valid warrant has been issued for his arrest.
It maintained that he remains a fugitive from justice in Ghana and is required to appear before the High Court to answer the charges against him.
The Special Prosecutor also stressed that the criminal proceedings in Ghana would continue in accordance with the law and the directives of the High Court, whether or not Mr. Ofori-Atta is physically present in the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Telecel Ghana has announced that it has resolved the intermittent challenges that affected its voice and data services.
In a message to customers, the telecommunications company announced that its network services had been fully restored after experiencing temporary disruptions.
“We are pleased to inform you that intermittent challenges with our voice and data services have been resolved,” the company said.
Telecel apologised to customers for the inconvenience caused by the service interruptions and thanked them for their patience during the period.
“We appreciate your patience and apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused,” the company added.
The company assured customers of its commitment to providing reliable communication services under its slogan, “Connecting Energies.”
By: Jacob Aggrey
