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Break free from societal stereotypes …Women told
A Life Coach and Lecturer at the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) in the Bono Region, Mrs Benedicta Obeng, has urged women to break free from societal constructions and stereotypes that portray them as weak and powerless.
She said women were naturally endowed with strength and capabilities which, if fully harnessed, can enable them to reach their full potential.
Mrs Obeng made the call at a day’s seminar organised by the Bono Regional Chapter of the Ghana Immigration Service Ladies Association (IMMILAC) to mark this year’s International Women’s Day in Sunyani.
The programme was aimed at equipping women in the Service with the requisite knowledge and awareness to empower them to live meaningful and responsible lives.
As part of the seminar, participants were educated on health issues, including cervical cancer, with emphasis on the need for early detection and treatment.
The Head Pastor of Elim City, Dr Gospel Odame-Kentoe, also underscored the importance of mentorship, advocacy and resourcefulness among women and girls to enable them to champion their own development.
He encouraged women to cultivate virtues such as respect, love, patience and empathy, describing them as key ingredients for personal and professional growth.
The President of IMMILAC, Superintendent Gloria Serwaa Effah, urged participants to prioritise their health in order to effectively care for their families and live purposeful lives.
The Bono Regional Commander of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) and Patron of IMMILAC, Deputy Commissioner of Immigration Eric Quartey, commended the women for their dedication and sacrifices in the Service.
He said respect for women was a non-negotiable human right and called for collective efforts to eliminate discrimination, violence and abuse against women in society.
He further emphasised the need to ensure equal opportunities for women and girls, noting that it contributes to a more prosperous and peaceful society.
“When we empower women within the GIS with the right opportunities and exposure, we strengthen not only the Service but also the security of our nation,” he said.
From Daniel Dzirasah, Sunyani
Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammy Awuku, has expressed deep sorrow following the sudden passing of Isaac Batsa, the constituency secretary for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmaker issued a statement on Tuesday reacting to the news, which has shocked the local political community.
Mr.Awuku praised the late NDC secretary for his bipartisan approach to local governance.
He noted that despite their different political affiliations, Batsa consistently rose above party lines to serve the constituency with diligence.
The MP revealed that the news was particularly shocking given that he had last interacted with Batsa just three days prior on Saturday.
Concluding his statement, Sammy Awuku extended his heartfelt condolences to Batsa’s family, the constituency and regional executives, and the entire NDC fraternity, wishing the deceased peaceful eternal rest.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has petitioned the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps to intervene in what it describes as the unlawful arrest and detention of the Bono Regional Chairman of the party, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC.
Speaking during the presentation of the petition, NPP Member of Parliament, Jerry Ahmed Shaib accused the government led by John Dramani Mahama of promoting what he described as a “culture of silence.”
According to him, the continued detention of Abronye DC over a bailable offence was unacceptable and against the principles of justice.
He argued that keeping an accused person in custody until a matter is fully determined was not common practice in democratic states.
“It can only happen in a kangaroo or banana state,” he stated.
Mr. Shaib further alleged that state institutions were being influenced to intimidate political opponents.
He maintained that the criminal libel law had long been repealed in Ghana and questioned why individuals were allegedly being targeted over comments on national issues.
According to him, citizens should not be arrested simply for expressing views, including claims that power outages, popularly known as “dumsor,” had returned.
The lawmaker also accused the presiding judge in the matter of showing bias and claimed the court had failed to indicate when Abronye DC would reappear or be released.
He explained that the NPP deliberately chose a peaceful approach in presenting the petition to the diplomatic community instead of organising demonstrations.
Mr. Shaib noted that the delegation was acting on the instructions of the party leadership, including the Minority Leader, the General Secretary, the National Organiser, and former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia.
He called on the diplomatic community and ambassadors in the country to engage the Ghanaian authorities and ensure that justice and human rights were upheld.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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