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When a fool takes ‘the microphone’
Readers, as for today, I am going to the outskirt of “the town”. One may ask: Why not the outskirt of “the village” or to “the town-centre “itself?
In “the village”, it is not common to locate many fools holding “the microphone” to be insulting the chief.
And at the outskirt of “the village”, it will be very rare to locate a fool sticking his neck out and insulting the chief, with the aid of “the microphone”.
At “the town-centre “, one needs adequate preparations to get there. Why? The “topography” and the general “geography” of “the town-centre” must be properly studied.
The government houses; the private homes; the commercial houses; the street names; the slums; the big names; the small names and the den for tramadol, ‘wee’ and cocaine peddlers and abusers, should be at your finger-tips before we venture into “the town-centre”.
However, because of the ubiquitous and pervarding social media platforms, a lot of youthful braggarts are heard and seen insulting and cursing, wielding “the microphone.”
So, without getting into “the town-centre” itself; one could hear damning insults “raining” from the mouths of some “boys” and “girls”, being poured on the heads of people, who could easily pass as their mothers and fathers. Indeed, some could even pass as their grandparents.
Such “torrential rain of insults and curses” were recently recorded on the online channel of Radio Gold and on YouTube Trending News TV 1.
A so-called radio presenter by name, Sammy Huntor, who runs the two news channels, is said to be a former staff of the defunct Montie FM. Readers, that defunct FM station gained notoriety across the nation a few years ago.
Sammy Huntor is audibly heard on TV 1 saying that, “any private plane that carries President Akufo-Addo abroad must crash and claim his life instantly.”
According to him, “God should make Akufo-Addo’s death through plane crash, more tragic to the extent that even his body will be burnt beyond recognition.”
He prays that “the body of our President should not be found for the country to spend any money to buy a coffin for his burial.”
Ghana and political insanity? What sort of nonsense is this?
Sammy Huntor says that he supports the North Tongu Member of Parliament, Mr. Samuel Okudzato Ablakwa’s claim that; “our President has abandoned Ghana’s presidential aircraft to rent a private plane at £15,000 an hour, thus, making our country spend millions of Cedis on his foreign travels.”
But if that was the case, is it the way to go? Curses and insults?
Is there no appropriate and decorous means to communicate our displeasure, dismay, discontentment and anger against officialdom?
In our traditional homes, are we brought up, insulting our parents and elders whenever we disagree with them or they incur our wrath?
And in our “school system”, are we taught to be insulting and cursing our prefects, seniors, teachers, lecturers and Vice Chancellors, whenever we are dissatisfied with their acts and omissions?
So, is it stupidity, insanity or foolishness that drives certain people to be raining insults and curses on the government or the Opposition? Can’t such people discuss national issues without insults and curses?
Trained brains and minds must wield “the microphone” to pour out what the people “detest” about the government or the Opposition.
In all honesty, for instance, can such braggarts migrate to China, Rwanda, Cote d’lvoire or even Togo to behave the way they do here; using “the microphone”? “Who born dog?”
Unfortunately, social media is “breeding” so many fools to take “the microphone” in Ghana, via the Internet.
And the earlier National Security and the Ministry of Communications and Digitisation initiate planned and concerted actions to address the menace, the better for our dear country.
By G. Frank Asmah
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asmahfrankg@gmail.com (0505556179)
In a country like ours in which we are aware of our challenges, all that is required is focusing on strengthening our institutional processes by making them more robust and transparent. In this regard, investment in digitilisation must be prioritised since the human element to cut corners is inherent in the psyche of some people and therefore cannot be trusted to do the right things out of their own volition.
Enforcement of existing laws and regulations must be reviewed to see what is working, which ones have to be tweaked to be able to address current challenges, and those that have become obsolete and must be discarded.
One issue that needs to be given priority attention is remuneration. A former President is alleged to declare that we pretend to pay workers and they also pretend to work. This indeed sums up the quandary facing government after government. Workers’ salaries are crucial in the fight against corruption. A realistic living wage must be given to workers; otherwise, they will seek avenues to address their personal budget deficit.
On day one, what should engage the attention of government is Energy, making it available and affordable. The industrialisation agenda cannot be successfully executed without power that is readily available, reliable, and affordable. Solar energy must be factored in the quest for affordable and reliable power for industry.
The fuel sector issues must be urgently addressed so that it can impact positively on the transportation sector, which plays a key role in the supply of goods and services. The railway infrastructure plan linking places like Boankra Inland Port to prolong the lifespan of our roads and to fast track distribution of goods from the Capital City to the inland areas of the country should be a top priority item.
A well-structured system linking industry to academia must be quickly established to serve as a catalyst towards the industrialisation drive. Research findings from the universities must be channelled to captains of industry in a timely manner. Effective channels of communication should be established to facilitate shorter product-to-market times.
An effective mechanism for fishing out needy but talented children must be established, as well as a sponsorship package for talented individuals who are needed for certain critical areas of the economy — what I term critical investment in education.
Certain changes must be made in the constitution, particularly the appointment of the heads of certain constitutional bodies or institutions. This is to ensure that the Executive arm of government does not wield too much power to ensure accountability and checks and balances really work.
The Attorney General’s Office must be detached from the Executive arm of government. The Nolle Prosequi provision must also be amended to compel the Attorney General to give an explanation of why he or she is declining to prosecute a particular case or discontinue it. The provision that protects sitting Presidents from prosecution must also be reviewed.
The punishment for some of our laws needs a review. We must review the removal of CJ provision to ensure the independence of the Judiciary.
Above all, there must be a mindset of change, i.e., a paradigm shift from inability to capability. Inferiority complex must give way to a pacesetters mentality, and all will be well. God bless.
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The impact of emotional surgery and emotional elysium on neurological and neurosurgical procedures
Abstract
THIS comprehensive review aims to explore the impact of emotional surgery and emotional elysium on neurological and neurosurgical procedures. We examine the scientific literature on these approaches, including their definitions, theoretical frameworks, and applications. Our analysis highlights the potential benefits and risks of these approaches and discusses their implications for practice.
Introduction
Neurological and neurosurgical procedures are complex and delicate, requiring precision and accuracy to achieve optimal outcomes. Emotional surgery and emotional elysium are two innovative approaches that have the potential to enhance the success of these procedures. Emotional surgery involves the use of art and other creative techniques to promote relaxation and reduce stress, while emotional elysium focuses on cultivating positive emotions and promoting emotional well-being.
The Role of Emotional Surgery in Neurological and Neurosurgical Procedures
Emotional surgery has been shown to be effective in reducing anxiety and stress in patients undergoing neurological and neurosurgical procedures. By promoting relaxation and reducing stress, emotional surgery can help patients prepare for procedures, leading to improved outcomes and faster recovery times.
The Role of Emotional Elysium in Neurological and Neurosurgical Procedures
Emotional elysium has been shown to be effective in promoting emotional balance and resilience in patients undergoing neurological and neurosurgical procedures. By cultivating positive emotions and promoting emotional well-being, emotional elysium can help patients cope with the stress and trauma associated with these procedures, leading to improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life.
Benefits of Emotional Surgery and Emotional Elysium
The benefits of emotional surgery and emotional elysium in neurological and neurosurgical procedures are numerous. These approaches can:
- Reduce anxiety and stress: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium can help patients manage anxiety and stress, leading to improved outcomes and faster recovery times.
- Improve emotional regulation: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium can help patients regulate their emotions, leading to improved mental health and well-being.
- Enhance patient experience: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium can improve the patient experience, leading to increased satisfaction and improved outcomes.
Conclusion
In conclusion, emotional surgery and emotional elysium are two innovative approaches that have the potential to enhance the success of neurological and neurosurgical procedures. By reducing anxiety and stress, promoting emotional balance and resilience, and improving patient experience, these approaches can lead to improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life for patients undergoing these procedures.
Recommendations
- Further research is needed: More research is needed to fully understand the benefits and risks of emotional surgery and emotional elysium in neurological and neurosurgical procedures.
- Integration into practice: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium should be considered for integration into practice, as they may offer a valuable tool in the treatment of a range of neurological and neurosurgical conditions.
By exploring innovative approaches like emotional surgery and emotional elysium, we can improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of life for individuals undergoing neurological and neurosurgical procedures.
BY ROBERT EKOW GRIMMOND-THOMPSON
