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Management and staff of the Blue Crest College in Accra have honoured the winner of Miss Ghana 2020, Monique Mawulawe Agbedekpui for raising the college’s flag high in Ghana and beyond.
She was presented a cheque of GH¢17,000 to enable her accomplish the ambassadorial work as a crowned Queen on a project she is executing to benefit society.
Rector of the school, Dr Anand Agrawal said that Miss Monique put up a sterling performance to beat other contestants in the finals to win the crown.
He stated that there were four pillars of Blue Crest College, including Innovation, Preparation, Technology and Leadership, which equip students who graduate from the school to be industry ready and problem solvers to any society they find themselves.
As part of Blue Crest College’s goals to make positive impacts in the society, Dr Agrawal charged the beauty queen to also make progress by adding value to society in her ambassadorial project.
Head of Fashion Department at the College, Madam Mercy Ampofowah Osei expressed joy to have a Miss Ghana from the School of Fashion Design, adding that Miss Monique was enrolled into the higher diploma fashion design in 2016 and completed in 2018.
According to her, the beauty queen excelled mostly in practical work as she portrayed creativity and talent in her drawing, which produced extraordinary results in her project.
Miss Monique expressed gratitude to management of Blue Crest College, for the honour done her.
She said that, her project which would be starting from now to December, included distribution of PPE from next week, blood donation next month, an entrepreneurial session in November for the young ones who could not go to school.
Miss Monique did fashion and design and wants to assist those who would not get means to pay their school fees and want to make liquid soap and other products.
She will be having ‘clothe a child in December’, which would be a collaboration with Blue Crest for children who do not have clothes to wear especially during major festivities.
She will be seeking for sponsorship as well to embark on the project and also on scoliosis, breast cancer among others.
She advised the youth to persevere and never allow inferiority complex to ruin their dreams and ambitions.
By Alfred Nii Arday Ankrah
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
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Hohoe Municipality Command, has conducted fire safety inspections and public education at selected fuel filling stations within the municipality.
The exercise, held from July 3, 2026 to July 5, 2025 was led by the Municipal Commander, DO III Bismark Hosu-Porbley.
During the inspection, the team assessed the fire safety preparedness of the facilities. Staff were also educated on fire prevention, emergency response procedures, and the proper use of firefighting equipment.
Management of the affected fuel stations expressed appreciation for the exercise and pledged to comply with the recommended safety measures.
The GNFS said the exercise reaffirms its commitment to continuous fire safety awareness and risk reduction to safeguard lives and property.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
