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Adiza Ibrahim Sadiq, changing the narrative among women in Zango Communities
Gorgeous Adiza Ibrahim
In a typical Zango (Muslim) community, women proudly settle to become homemakers with men usually the absolute breadwinners of the family and calling all the necessary shots.
However, Adiza Ibrahim Sadiq, an astute business executive is set to change the narrative by empowering Zango girls to take up the challenge of venturing into the working space, attain financial freedom and just like men, support their families.
The idea is not to ‘transfer power’ into the hands of women but rather make them resourceful to support their families and community at large.
Adiza Ibrahim, Head of Marketing and Media Relations Manager at Electroland Ghana Limited founded the Zango Women Livelihood and Empowerment Programme with the aim of providing skills for young girls to gain a source of livelihood and not relegated to the kitchen.
According to her, the financial liberation of women would help them do better, improve upon their self-esteem and position themselves to take up leadership roles.
The programme is driven by her Kuburah Diamonds Foundation, which she started in 2017 to give hope to young girls sharing life-changing stories and experiences to guide them to make better choices. She also runs a boutique with 70 percent of proceeds going into her charity works.
It is to change the perception that Muslim women are not supposed to work which she said has demoralised many. She set out to provide opportunities for women to work and excel.
She began with tackling many social issues including gender advocacy, child marriage, irresponsible parenting and teenage pregnancy.
Following the success of the advocacy, she then launched the fully-fledged empowerment programme which had since trained over 300 young girls with soft skills in make-up artistry, soap making, millinery, catering, events and décor for absolutely free of charge for the three years.
“A lot of women come to me for help one way or the other so I thought it would be better to provide them with the necessary skills to earn a decent living even at the comfort of their homes so they do not neglect their domestic obligations,” she stated.
That began what is gradually becoming a success story as many young girls continue to receive training to bridge the gap between the successful Muslim men as against the women.
Setting herself as an example as juggles between her corporate work(driven Electroland to greater heights) and social advocacies to empower the teens, adolescents and women especially those from the underprivileged communities, she is optimistic that the Muslim woman could be better when gainfully employed and educated.
Adiza believes that the future is very bright where a young girl would not cry because she cannot afford a sanitary pad, a woman would not give themselves out for sex because they need to survive and a future where young graduates can create their own jobs.
She is also looking forward to a future where Muslim women would go beyond the kitchen and marriage and men would understand that women are capable of supporting their homes.
“A future where women can have financial power and get away from abusive relationships as they can do better on their own,” she stated.
EDUCATION
Adiza attended Aggrey Memorial Junior High School (JHS) for her basic education before going to the Nsaba Presbyterian Senior High School. Prior to that, she attained computer literacy at the Genthil Computer System Community 2, Tema in 2003 after completing JHS.
She acquired a degree in Broadcast Journalism at the African University College of Communication (AUCC) in 2011.
Illustrous Adiza has an MBA in Marketing from the Central University and currently studying law (LLB) at the same university while looking forward to launching her book, ‘Hey, Diamond! Becoming An International Young Woman’ to add to the academic journals.
WORK
Mrs Sadiq had her National Service with the Ghana Ports and Habours Authority (GHAPOHA) in 2012 after her attachment with TV3 in 2011.
She was a Sales Person at Ghana Business Executive and Brands Manager for fashion brand Selina Beb before joining Azadea First Ghana Limited as Manager, Mango and now with Electroland.
AWARDS
She won the Overall Woman of the Year at the 6th Ghana Outstanding Women Awards 2023
Ghanaian Outstanding Woman of the Year 2023 and Ghana Outstanding Women Network 2023.
She also won an African Women Empowerment Award in 2020 and the Islamic Personality Awards as the Most Influential Female Personality and Ideal Muslima-Becoming in 2023.
FAMILY AND HOBBIES
Beautiful Adiza is married to media personality and politician, Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu and the couple have three children.
She loves reading, writing and sharing ideas with people aside singing, laughing and sharing jokes, making her home a happy place at all times.
By Michael D. Abayateye
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
By Spectator Reporter
