Day: September 21, 2025

Accra: President John Dramani Mahama paid a courtesy call on Sheik Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam, at his residence in Fadama, Accra. According to Ghana News Agency, the President’s visit was in anticipation of Saturday night’s Maulid, a festival marking the birth of Prophet Mohammed. During the visit, President Mahama conveyed his greetings to the National Chief Imam and informed him of his inability to attend the event due to his scheduled travel commitments. President Mahama is set to depart from Accra on Saturday night for the United States to participate in the 80th United Nations General Assembly

Accra: Mr. Tetteh Padi, the Executive Secretary of the Ghana Refugee Board (GRB), has dismissed the misconception that refugees are a burden on society. He emphasized that many refugees arrive with valuable skills, professions, and qualifications, which they are eager to contribute to their host communities. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Padi highlighted the ongoing efforts by the GRB in collaboration with partner agencies to integrate refugees into the workforce, enabling them to contribute to the development of the societies they join. He made these remarks during a gathering of stakeholders and refugees at the launch of a joint

Beijing: Lin Qingzhen, Associate Professor at the Beijing Sports University, has noted the need for countries to enact policies and regulations to sanitise the new media space. He stated that in the era of fake news, slander, and rumours, if the new media space is not properly guided, it could become a tool to disrupt the social and political course of society. According to Ghana News Agency, Associate Professor Qingzhen emphasized the critical role of regulations in safeguarding the media space from abuse, highlighting that in China, individuals could be held in custody for offenses committed on the Internet. Speaking

Accra: The Regional Maritime University (RMU) will host the RMU-Laud Okantey Blue Economy Public Lecture Series on October 15, 2025, in Accra. The memorial lecture is being held in honor of the late renowned maritime professional and Chief Executive Officer of Tilbury Environmental Ghana Limited, Mr. Laud Okantey. According to Ghana News Agency, the late Okantey was originally scheduled to serve as Chief Patron of the event before his passing. The lecture series, themed ‘The Blue Economy: How Can Ghana Benefit for National Development and Job Creation within the Context of a 24-Hour Economy,’ will feature distinguished experts from academia,

Aburi: The Socialist Movement of Ghana (SMG) recently convened its 2nd National Delegates Congress, emphasizing the need for African nations to intensify their efforts against imperialism. The event, themed ‘Imperialism in Crises: Pan-African Solidarity and Socialist Transformation,’ was held at the Amilcar Cabral School in Agyanoa, Aburi. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Joshua Ansah, Secretary-General of the Trade Union Congress (Ghana), addressed attendees, urging a renewed commitment to organizing and mobilizing for a future where wealth benefits humanity and solidarity guides society. Ansah highlighted that the crisis of imperialism presents opportunities for resistance, but stressed the need for collective

Accra: Pastor Frank Mensah Tandoh, the National Coordinator, School’s Outreach Ministry (SOM) of the Church of Pentecost (COP), has urged young people across Ghana to embrace discipline, morality, and faith as they transition into new phases of life. He emphasized that these values are essential for staying focused, making future-building choices, and upholding honesty, respect, and integrity which are crucial for personal growth and societal development. According to Ghana News Agency, Pastor Tandoh spoke at the National All Leavers Summit (NALS) 2025 in Accra, themed ‘Focusing, Guiding, and Nurturing the Next Generation Today.’ The event, organized by the SOM of

Accra: The 13th handing-over ceremony of the Air Force Cadet Corps at Sonrise Christian High School took place on Saturday, marking a significant event in conjunction with the school’s 17th graduation ceremony. Second Lieutenant Matilda Naakpansun Bagmae from the 66 Artillery Regiment served as the Reviewing Officer for the event. According to Ghana News Agency, Second Lt. Bagmae praised the cadets for their discipline, resilience, loyalty, and teamwork. She described the ceremony as a ‘rite of passage’ that symbolizes continuity, discipline, leadership, and service. Emphasizing that the cadet movement transcends mere drills, she highlighted how it instills responsibility, self-discipline, and