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Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill: Della Sowah honoured by Suma State
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Member of Parliament for Kpando, Della Sowah has been honoured by Suma Traditional Area in the Jaman North District in the Bono Region of Ghana.
This is in recognition of the role she is playing together with seven others to protect the countries cultural values.
Della Sowah, together with other seven Members of Parliament are championing Ghana’s anti LGBTQ+ Bill.
Regardless of the stiff opposition, the MPs have remained resolute in their cause.
For this reason, she was honoured in the Adinkra Award Gold Category, the highest award which former Heads of States John Jerry Rawlings, John Agyekum Kufour, and John Mahama and former Chief Justice, Georgina Theodora Woode have been recipients in the past.
Speaking after the recognition, Della Sowah said “I feel really very honoured.If you are in your corner doing something you don’t know people are taking notice of you and appreciating what you are doing. It humbles you when you are noticed and accorded.”
The Keta MP added that once culture makes him.or her unique, it makes them who they are, ” It gives us a special identity. We shouldn’t shed it easily with the excuse of ‘enlightenment.’
She also dedicated the award to her late father Dr Kwasi Agbodza who taught his children to preserve the tradition of our in whatever way they could.
Della Sowah added that ” I celebrate our biggest cheerleader our 88-year-old mum.”
The ceremony is used to climax the annual Suma Akwantu Kese Festival at Suma-Ahenkro in the Jaman North District of Bono Region.
Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana’s Department of Political Science, Dr. Joshua Jebuntie Zaato says the imprisonment of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, will have little meaning unless it leads to a broader crackdown on illegal mining.
In a post on his Facebook page on the July 21, 2026, Dr. Zaato said the judgment should mark the beginning of efforts to completely eradicate galamsey and hold all those involved accountable, regardless of their political affiliation.
He said the country must work towards restoring polluted rivers, protecting forests and ensuring that people implicated in illegal mining activities are prosecuted.
According to him, those the President has publicly acknowledged to be involved in galamsey should face prosecution.
He called for the prosecution of district chief executives (DCEs), members of Parliament (MPs) and senior political party officials who have been accused of engaging in or supporting illegal mining.
Dr. Zaato further urged the government to take decisive action to end the destruction of the country’s forests caused by galamsey.
He maintained that the imprisonment of Chairman Wontumi would only have a lasting impact if it results in a comprehensive and impartial fight against illegal mining across the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sadness over the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, King of Dagbon.
In a statement issued on Monday, President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the Government, extended his deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the entire nation.
“The Government of Ghana has received with profound sadness the news of the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II,” the statement said.
President Mahama described the late King as a distinguished traditional ruler whose reign was defined by healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace in Dagbon following years of conflict.
The statement noted that His Majesty’s “unwavering commitment to unity, stability, and the welfare of his people created an enabling environment for development”and strengthened the partnership between traditional authorities and Government in advancing progress across Dagbon and Ghana.
The Government paid tribute to the life and legacy of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, and honoured his invaluable service to the nation.
“May his wisdom, leadership, and dedication to peace continue to inspire future generations. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
The passing of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II marks the end of an era for Dagbon, which saw significant strides in unity and development under his leadership.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
