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‘Be thankful to God in all endeavors’
The District Director of Education in Upper Manya, Mrs Grace Adza-Awude, has urged women to make the effort of thanking God for seeing them through trying moment.
Mrs Adza-Awude who is a women’s leader in the Full Gospel Church International (EMC) said women, especially Christian women, would be at peace always if they showed gratitude to God in all endeavors.”
She said this at the EMC branch of Full Gospel Church International Women’s Fellowship (Virtues Ladies) annual conference on the theme “What shall I render to the LORD for all His benefits towards me?’ at Koforidua.
She said the Bible was full of thanksgiving stories telling human to be appreciative of what they had and what God had placed in them.
She said contentment and gratefulness had always been part of the Lord’s teachings but sometimes we do not “look at the bright side of life.”
Mrs Adza-Awude said “women are always blinded with negative things rather than what we have. We are always complaining and comparing our lives, it could be true that things are not happening as it should but if we look hard enough, we all have something for which we can be thankful”.
According to her, “nothing flatters a father most than when a child calls him for help or makes him the first retreat not the last resort.”
“God does not need anything but has given all to man. Take what He has given and allow it to accomplish its intended purpose,” she said.
She explained how they could render thanks to God and said they should call upon His name not in distress alone but in all times and He would answer them.
“Pay your vows to the Lord in the presence of all His people and let us boldly go out there and let the world know that our successes come from the Lord, she said and advised them not to find it difficult to show their dependence on God because a true thanksgiving was ‘an act of humility.’
From Samuel Opare Lartey, Koforidua.
Ghanaian cinema continues to break boundaries as Vibes The Movie has received an official nomination at the prestigious Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) in Toronto.
This latest international recognition is another proud moment for Ghana and a powerful testament to the creativity, originality, and global appeal of Ghanaian storytelling.
Directed by Big Ghun and starring Jeffrey Nortey, Vibes The Movie evolved from the hugely successful social media series, where the beloved characters Obolo Tui and Lil Pui captured the hearts of millions with their unique blend of rap, comedy, and relatable stories about the everyday struggles and ambitions of Ghanaian youth.
The film has already brought honour to Ghana on the international stage, most recently winning an Outstanding Achievement Award at the American Motion Pictures Festival in the United States.
The Chronicle noted that the film was recognized for its originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling impact among a competitive pool of global entries.
Now, with a nomination at TINFF in Canada, Vibes The Movie continues its remarkable journey from the streets of Accra to some of the world’s most respected film platforms.
The nomination underscores the growing global appreciation for authentic African stories and confirms that Ghanaian filmmakers are making a significant mark in international cinema.
As Vibes The Movie flies the Black Star high in Toronto, Ghana celebrates yet another cultural achievement that showcases the country’s talent, resilience, and storytelling excellence to the world
A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has broken silence on the deep-seated internal machinations within the party, warning that the continuous victimization of members could severely jeopardize unity ahead of the general elections.
In a post on the party’s internal democratic processes, the former National Entrpreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) boss, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah revealed how personal ambitions were stifled by party elites in the Asante Akyem Central constituency, despite overwhelming grassroots support.
According to the aggrieved party member, the decision to run for the parliamentary seat was not a self-serving agenda but a direct response to a call to service by the local constituents.
“My Asante Akyem Central people loved my politics and approached me to come and serve them as MP,” he stated.
He added that “But my own party elders blocked me and supported the incumbent MP to cheat through the system as if I was an outsider.”
The unfair playing field he revealed led to a massive financial distress. The stalwart disclosed incurring massive debts across two consecutive primary election cycles, alongside other personal challenges.
Despite the systemic sabotage, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah noted that he remained loyal, continuously defending both the NPP party and the government’s policies at all levels.
“Seeing what’s going on in the current polling station elections in several constituencies, it seems not much has changed,” he warned.
“The victimization of those who want to challenge current or former MPs should stop,” he stated.
With the general elections approaching, he cautioned,”You don’t treat party people anyhow and expect unconditional unity for the general elections.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
