He said the country’s independence was a significant reminder of the selflessness of some individuals and the current generation needed to do more to advance the development aspirations of the motherland.
Mr. Blevi, who delivered the independence day address as the acting DCE of the district, urged the Civil and public officers of the Assembly to reflect, review and renew their commitment towards a better Ghana.
He said, “Today is also a great day as civil/ public servants, workers of the state, we are all called upon to change our mentality, our ways of doing things, which does not augur well for the development of the country or the district.”
“As we all know, the President is resetting the nation, and so we as technocrats, civil servants or public servants of the country, we should also be prepared. We should change our mind-set. We should change the way we do things. We should be in control and contribute our quota, through the opportunity that we have been given to serve the nation,” he added.
The Shama District Assembly Coordinator added that it was about time Ghana took its place among the comity of nations, adding that recognition could only be achieved through the rigorous contributions of all.
The anniversary celebration was also used to honour students who distinguished themselves in the senior high school final exams.
School children re-enacted the famous declaration of independence by Dr. Nkrumah and the members of the big six while, a quiz competition was held to crown the activities of the day.
Councillor David Worden from South Molton in the United Kingdom was the special guest of honour.
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