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Breaking the bias: Women can also propose to men …Queen declares
The queen of Apinto Divisional Council in the Western Region, Nana Abena Boaduwaa 11, says there is nothing wrong for a woman to make a marriage proposal to a man she loves.
Traditionally in Africa, men usually propose to women who they desire to marry and so, over the years, in accordance with customs and religion, it is men who buy the rings and also present drinks to seal a marriage.
But, in a radical shift, Nana Boaduwaa proposed that, a lady could propose to a man without fear of undermining his status.
She was speaking with The Spectator on the sidelines of a ceremony to mark this year’s International Women’s Day organised by Gold Fields Ghana Limited, Tarkwa Mine, at Abekoase Tebe, in the Prestea -Huni Valley Municipality of the Western Region on Tuesday.
The day, which celebrates women for their immense contribution towards national development and raises awareness on the need for parity in all spheres of life was on the theme, ‘Break the Bias’.
Nana Boaduwaa stressed “If you’re madly in love with your boyfriend and he hasn’t any intentions of proposing to you anytime soon, you can break the bias and propose to him strategically, that is privately”.
She continued: “Since the guy will know how much the lady loves him, he will be more likely to say ‘yes’ to the proposal.
Vice President of Sustainable Development and Gold Fields West Africa, Dr Celestina Allotey, also said the prioritisation of girl-child education should be the focus of parents.
She added “I am emphasising the education of girls because of the perception of people that even when the girls go to school they will end up in the kitchen. I am a woman but because I was sent to school and I took my education seriously, I am currently an engineer in the mining company and I cook in the kitchen too.”
Dr Allotey disagreed to the idea that education of boys should take precedence over that of girls, adding “we normally use social and cultural misconceptions to discriminate against girls in terms of access to education.”
“Even though today, more parents are educating their girls, there still exist some levels of prejudice against the education of girls,” she indicated.
The Prestea -Huni Valley Municipal Director of Education, Mrs Mary Vida Kwofie, also admonished girls to concentrate on their studies to become future assets to their parents and the nation.
From Clement Adzei Boye, Abekoase Tebe
Accra’s creative industry is preparing for one of the most ambitious film projects in recent Ghanaian cinema as award winning filmmaker Big Ghun and acclaimed media personality and producer Doreen Avio officially open auditions for their upcoming feature film, Scarlett Unveiled.
The highly anticipated auditions will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at MCB Studios, Lapaz Tabora, with actors of all ages invited to participate.
Presented by PB Studios Africa, Scarlett Unveiled is a bold and emotionally charged Ghanaian creative project.
The project is expected to resonate strongly with young audiences in Ghana and across the diaspora..
The production is being developed in collaboration with the Embassy of Switzerland in Ghana, which is supporting the project’s executive launch.
Renowned textile brand Woodin has also come on board as the official clothing partner, while MCB Studios is serving as a support partner for the audition process.
According to Big Ghun, known for directing internationally recognized projects such as Koro (One), Leaked, and Vibes the Movie, Scarlett Unveiled is designed to become a landmark cultural production that will travel from cinema screens to schools and global platforms.
Producer Doreen Avio, one of Ghana’s most respected media personalities and event hosts, says the project aims to discover both established and emerging actors who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the story.
She added that “This is more than an audition,” the producers say. “It is an opportunity for talented individuals to become part of a one of a kind Ghanaian story with the potential to inspire audiences around the world.”
Interested participants are encouraged to come with a passport sized photograph and be prepared to showcase their talent and confidence before the casting team.
With an award winning creative team, respected institutional partners, and a story rooted in truth and transformation, Scarlett Unveiled is shaping up to be one of Ghana’s most significant cinematic undertakings in the coming year.
Parliament has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership.
According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament and the leadership of the House are currently in contact with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague to gather detailed information about the matter.
Parliament, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the MP’s detention.
“The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement added.
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