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CEASE SPORTS BETTING COMPANIES FROM OPERATION TO SAVE THE FUTURE OF OUR YOUTH – Educate Ghana Summit Boss
Educate Ghana Summit, with greater concern, has seen the nature of operations of the sports betting, other gaming and gambling companies and their repercussions on the citizens of our nation, especially the youth and the national development. We are thereby concerned and moaning for the future of this nation. Instead of seeing to the utilisation of the potentials and skills of the youth that could be put into a good use, the state had allowed these companies to rather destroy their future.
We are hereby petitioning the office of the President to either place a total ban on operations of these betting companies or institute a legislation to deter people, particularly, the youth from their activities and operations so as to save the youth of our country.
Mr President, the destiny of every country lies on her citizens, and so the future of our country lies in the hands of our youth. The youth of today would become the future leaders tomorrow when we shall have no say in active service. In fact, the youth would surely replace the aged at all structures of governance, and would also be handing over the mantle to the younger and yet to be born generations. That is why succession plans are very important to be put in place for the young ones in order to take the nation forward when the old ones are no more.
The kind of life that the young ones would live today would determine whether or not, they would be taking our nation forward or backward.
These betting activities that the energetic, strong and potential youth are seen doing at these sports betting centers are source of worry to Educate Ghana Summit and other well meaning Ghanaians. These activities sometimes, generate violence.
Meanwhile, their energy and time could be directed to productive ventures that can contribute to the growth and development of themselves and the country at large.
At times, children below 18 years are seen at these centres at night and during the day. Children who should be in school are sometimes seen playing sports bets and other computer games. Unfortunately, some parents don’t even care. What do we predict for the future of these young ones? Most of our youth are wasting their skills, ideas, potentials, energy and time on these sports betting activities. The operators of these betting companies are only focusing on their profit making without thinking about the negative effects on the society.
Educate Ghana summit acknowledges that these betting companies are accepted globally, however, the fact that it is accepted globally does not mean we can not stop it. several countries have made efforts in banning the sports betting companies. The recent one is Uganda.
Mr. President, Ugandan government, in last month banned all the operations of sports betting companies. Their reason was that, it encourages laziness on the part of the youth. Ugandan President, Yoweri Museveni has ordered that no new license should be issued for establishment of sports betting, gaming and gambling companies or renewal of such companies upon their expiration. The Minister of finance and other government officials of Uganda assert that sports betting is diverting the attention of young people from hard work. Recently, Ghana’s Minister of finance and economic planning, Mr. Ken Ofori Atta, testified on the front page of the daily search light news paper that, sports betting companies are really destroying the youth in Ghana. Uganda is a good example among a host of countries around the world that had banned gambling as others have discouraged their operations. In sub-saharan Africa, several countries are discouraging the operations of these betting activities. For example, Kenya, which is the third largest gambling market in Africa. Nigerian and South Africa introduced 35 percent profit tax on gambling operations in early 2018.
Mr. President, most Islamic countries are assiduously banning gambling activities base on religious grounds. The United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Jordan, Brunei, Somalia, Sudan, Egypt, Indonesia, Qatar and Lebanon have official regulations that ban betting except in Casino. Singapore and Cambodia have also banned all forms of gambling unless exemptions are granted, but they are rarely issues and come with higher minimum requirements aimed at limiting the amounts people can spend on betting. Albania also passed a similar law to Uganda in October 2018. All these countries have realized the negative implications sports betting will have on their countries.
Educate Ghana summit is condemning the activities of these sports betting companies and we are saying that they are not beneficial to the country. Comparing the cost and benefit analysis, the costs outweighed the benefits derived from these companies. We are therefore petitioning your high office to ban the operations of these companies. Both the Muslim and the Christian society frowned upon gambling and it is condemned in that regard.
In conclusion, Mr. President, we encourage your government to create jobs for all the youth without face looking.
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Lack of “Moneycetamol” Leads to Prostitution, Frustration, Insomnia, and Even Death – Pastor Jakes Tetteh
In a poignant and thought-provoking address, Pastor Jakes Tetteh, founder of Redeemed Kingdom Gospel Church at Botwe Third Gate, has shed light on the crippling effects of financial struggles on individuals and society. Borrowing the term “Moneycetamol, from award winning female musician, Shatana’s new song, Pastor Tetteh vividly illustrates the relief that financial stability brings to our lives, likening it to a potent painkiller that soothes the aches of poverty.
Pastor Tetteh’s stark warning comes amidst a growing national conversation about the song “Moneycetamol” by musician Shatana, which has sparked intense debates within churches and beyond. With unflinching candor, Pastor Tetteh emphasizes that the absence of financial stability is a toxic cocktail that can lead to the commodification of the human body through prostitution, the suffocating grip of frustration and despair, the relentless terror of insomnia and sleepless nights and the devastating finality of death.
As the cost of living continues its relentless ascent, leaving countless individuals on the precipice of desperation, Pastor Tetteh’s message serves as a clarion call to society. He urges us to seek not only divine intervention but also financial empowerment, recognizing that economic stability is the bedrock upon which we build our mortal lives.
Pastor Tetteh’s words resonate deeply with those who face the harsh realities of economic hardship daily. His message is a poignant reminder that financial instability is not merely an economic issue but a moral and mental one, with far-reaching consequences that imperil our very well-being.
Listen to Pastor Tetteh’s exact words from the video below.
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Gracethrone International Ministry, Uganda Extends a Helping Hand to Widows and Orphans in Kampala
In a heartwarming display of compassion and kindness, the Ugandan parish of Gracethrone International Ministry, under the visionary leadership of Bishop Dr. Henry Addai and Minister Mrs. Linda Addai, has donated a plethora of essential items to widows and orphans in Kampala. This noble act is a testament to the ministry’s unwavering commitment to its core mandate of “promoting faith backed by actions.”
Driven by a deep-seated desire to demonstrate the love of God in a tangible way, Gracethrone International Ministry has made it a tradition to organize annual donations for widows and orphans across the globe. This selfless initiative is a shining example of the ministry’s dedication to putting its faith into action and embodying the true essence of Christianity.
The donation ceremony, which was met with immense gratitude and joy, saw the distribution of a wide range of essential items, including bags of rice, cooking oils, drinks, and other edible necessities. The recipients, who were visibly touched by the ministry’s kindness, were also treated to a special presentation of cocks, a symbolic gesture of hope and renewal.
The event, which was captured on video, provides a glimpse into the heartwarming moments that unfolded during the donation ceremony. As the team from Gracethrone International Ministry handed out the donated items, the sense of community and connection was palpable, serving as a powerful reminder of the transformative impact that acts of kindness can have on individuals and communities.
Through this remarkable initiative, Gracethrone International Ministry, Uganda, has once again demonstrated its commitment to serving as a beacon of hope and compassion, inspiring others to follow in its footsteps and make a positive difference in the lives of those around them.
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