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1st Lady, others marks Father’s Day
Ghana on Sunday joined the rest of the world to mark Father’s Day in celebration of their paternal bonds, leadership and outstanding roles they have played in communities over the years.
The day observed on the third Sunday of June globally and usually characterised with giving of cards, gifts, dining outs and other forms of appreciation could not happen as expected this year due to the outbreak of the coronavirus.
Though restrictions have been eased to allow for social gathering, some Ghanaians decided to observe the day by sharing their experiences and sending well wishes to their fathers through radio platforms, television programmes and social media platforms.
The new normal would surely offer many fathers some smiles and joy that alas their toils and sacrifices are being appreciated by family, community and country.
Additionally, online shops, community gift shops and some malls, created special packages and displayed gifts for potential customers to celebrate their fathers.
First Lady, Rebecca Akufo-Addo in a remark to commemorate the day, wished all fathers including her husband a happy Father’s Day.
“Happy Father’s Day with love to all our gallant heroes out there especially my dear Nana Akufo-Addo. Much of what fathers do go unnoticed and without praise but yet they still continue to act responsibly. May you continue to be a shining example for your children to follow,” she tweeted.
The Second Lady, Samira Bawumia in a tweet celebrated his husband and thanked him for his support towards the family.
“Happy Father’s Day to my dear husband, Dr Mahamadu Bawumia. May Allah bless you for your continuous love and guidance for our family and the many people who look up to you.”
In separate interviews, some members of the public praised their fathers and other “father figures” in their life for contributing to their success.
Mr Alfred Amanor, a pastor with the Abundant Life Worship Centre said “Fatherhood is a very important and serious responsibility, requiring a lot of physical, material and emotional investments in the family, community and the nation. Many of us strive to do our best to be able to care for our children”.
“My father juggled between many trades when my mum left him to raise me and three other siblings. I am now a lover of human beings who has no option than to put people first, because he taught me never to let down people who depend on me.
For Maame Nyarkoa, her heart was with all men who have no children of their own. “We count as well as celebrate you for the immense role you play in society’s development. Keep it up,” she stated.
Source: Ghanaian Times
The Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President has hosted a delegation of African diaspora women who are in Ghana ahead of a planned Presidential Conferment of Citizenship ceremony.
The Director of Diaspora Affairs, Kofi Okyere Darko, explained in a Facebook post that the visit was a gesture of appreciation by the delegation to the Government of Ghana for its continued efforts to reconnect Africans in the diaspora with their ancestral homeland.
He indicated that the ceremony, scheduled for next Monday, will officially grant Ghanaian citizenship to members of the delegation as part of the country’s broader engagement with the African diaspora.
The delegation was led by Erica Bennett, Founder of the Diaspora Africa Forum.
According to Mr Okyere Darko, her years of advocacy have played an important role in strengthening ties between Africa and people of African descent living abroad.
He noted that the group’s journey towards citizenship represents not only a legal process but also a cultural and spiritual return to their roots.
Also present at the meeting was Natalie Jackson, an attorney who is also expected to receive Ghanaian citizenship during the ceremony. She works closely with renowned civil rights lawyer Ben Crump.
Mr Okyere Darko emphasised that Ghana remains committed to strengthening relationships with the African diaspora and promoting unity, identity, and shared heritage among people of African descent worldwide.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana has signed a debt restructuring agreement with the Kingdom of Belgium as part of efforts to restore the country’s economic stability after the financial crisis that hit the nation in 2022 and 2023.
The Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, today disclosed that he signed the agreement on behalf of the Government of Ghana.
He explained that Ghana experienced a very difficult period during the crisis, which forced the government at the time to declare a debt default.
However, he indicated that the country is now recovering and witnessing a significant economic turnaround.
According to him, stronger systems are also being put in place to ensure that Ghana does not return to such a situation again.
Dr Forson noted that the agreement with Belgium is the eighth deal Ghana has concluded with countries under the Official Creditor Committee as part of its external debt restructuring programme.
He expressed appreciation to the Government of Belgium for its support and partnership with Ghana during the process.
The Finance Minister thanked Carole van Eyll, Ambassador of Belgium to Ghana, for her role in strengthening relations between the two countries.
The agreement forms part of Ghana’s broader effort to restructure its external debts and stabilise the economy following the crisis.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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