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Be guided by Ramadan virtues…National Chief Imam admonishes muslims
The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu has admonished muslims in the country to be guided by the virtues of Ramadan in all aspect of their lives.
According to him, Ramadan was a sacred season of cleansing and blessing which cames with a lot of lessons for every muslim.
Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, was speaking to The Spectator during an interview on behalf of the National Chief Imam on Wednesday, which was the last day of Ramadan.
He said the holy month presented an opportunity for one to be refined and energised with spiritual progress in life.
“Muslim enter the month of Ramadan to be refined with outmost beauty and energised with spiritual progress in life,” he said.
The period he said, offered lessons of “patience, fortitudes, empathy, forgiveness and love among others.”
According to the National Chief Imam, these virtues and the connection established with Allah during the month of fasting must not be neglected but should live with muslims throughout their lives.
This he said would bring comfort and relief to others and set the country on the path of accelerated development if the period is held onto.
Sheikh Nuhu Sharabutu urged the youth to desist from “get rich quick” lifestyles which many at times led to negative consequences, but be upright in all their dealings to help them receive blessings of Allah.
He wished all muslims the best in all their endeavours, and urged everyone to love his or her neighbour as thyself and be supportive of one another.
Ramadan is the Arabic name for the ninth month in the Islamic Calendar considered one of the holiest Islamic months. It’s one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
During this period, muslims have an early morning meal before dawn, known as suhoor or sehri, and they break their fast after sunset for the evening meal, called iftar or fitoor.
Ramadan is a time when Muslims are encouraged to give to charity, strengthen their relationship with their maker Allah, and show kindness and patience.
This year’s Ramadan started on Tuesday April13 and ended on Wednesday May 12.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghana’s First Lady, Lordina Mahama, has made a generous donation to the country’s national female Under-17 and Under-20 teams – Black Maidens and Black Princesses- as they continue preparations for major international assignments.
The donation, made on Friday, May 22, was presented on behalf of the First Lady by the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, at the GFA Technical Centre in Prampram.
The gesture forms part of efforts to motivate and support Ghana’s young female footballers as they prepare to represent the country on the international stage.
The donation included essential food items and toiletries aimed at supporting the welfare and well-being of the players and technical teams.
The donation included cartons of Milo, T-rolls, soft drinks, toiletries, and a range of essential supplies aimed at supporting the welfare of the players, enhancing camp conditions, and easing preparations ahead of their respective assignments.
The Black Maidens are currently engaged in preparations for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers and are set to take on Liberia women’s national under-17 football team in the second-leg encounter in Liberia this weekend.
Meanwhile, the Black Princesses have already secured qualification to the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after overcoming Uganda in the qualifiers, extending Ghana’s remarkable record to eight consecutive appearances at the tournament.
The donation by the First Lady was expected to boost morale within both camps while reinforcing national support for the young female footballers who continue to make the country proud.
The prosecution has officially rested its case in The Republic v Solomon Asamoah & Another, the high-profile legal battle commonly referred to as the “Sky Train” case.
The Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai announced the development, praising the state’s team of hard-working prosecutors for successfully anchoring the state’s evidence before the High Court.
The criminal trial centers on the former Chief Executive Officer and the former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF).
The duo stands accused of illegally authorizing and paying out US$2 million to a foreign company without obtaining board directives or other mandatory statutory approvals.
State investigators have confirmed that the disbursed millions cannot be found.
Following the closure of the prosecution’s case, the accused persons moved the court for an opportunity to file a submission of no case.
The presiding judge granted the application, ordering the defense to submit their arguments by June 8.
The outcome of the June 8 filings will decide the fate of the trial:
With this, if the judge finds the defense’s submission convincing, the accused will be acquitted and discharged however, If the judge dismisses the submission, the court will order the accused officials to take the stand and explain why they should not face prison sentences.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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