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Bunbong Celebrates Linujil Festival in Grand Style
The Bunbong community in the Northern Region was filled with excitement over the weekend as residents gathered at the forecourt of the Bunbong Chief’s Palace to celebrate the annual Linujil festival.
The festival, hosted by the Chief of Bunbong, Uborr Wumbe Dawuni, brought together different tribes including Konkomba, Dagombas, Gonjas, Fulbes, and the Anufus from neighbouring communities to celebrate culture, unity, and tradition through dance, drumming, and colourful performances.
In his address, Uborr Wumbe Dawuni expressed gratitude to the people of Bunbong and surrounding communities for their continuous support. He said the Linujil festival was not only a moment of celebration but also a time to reflect on the community’s values of peace, unity, and respect.
“The Linujil festival reminds us of who we are and where we come from. It strengthens our bond as one people and encourages the younger generation to preserve our cultural heritage,” he said.
The Northern Regional Minister, Ali Adolf, commended the Chief and people of Bunbong for keeping their cultural heritage alive and praised the hardworking farmers for their dedication to yam production.
Mr. Adolf further emphasised that health and education remain key pillars for building stronger communities, assuring the people that government would continue to support them in achieving their developmental goals. He also applauded Rocky Dawuni for his outstanding performance and for promoting the image of Northern Ghana on the international stage.
Mr. Angelo Yossi Dogbe, representative of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, commended the people of Bunbong for using the Linujil festival to promote cultural tourism and community pride.
Mrs. Cary Sullivan, co-producer of the event and founder of Afro Funke, described the Linujil festival as an inspiring cultural experience that reflects the heart of Ghana’s creative energy.
A major highlight of the event was an electric live performance by Ghanaian music star and son of the land, Rocky Dawuni, whose vibrant show captivated the audience. He was joined on stage by Alidu Mohammed of Playing for Change fame, adding even more excitement to the night.
By Geoffrey Buta, Bunbong
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Breast cancer survivors have urged women to prioritise regular breast examinations and seek medical attention promptly when they notice unusual changes, while calling on the public to support people living with the disease instead of stigmatising them.
They made the call at a breast cancer awareness programme organised by the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) in partnership with the Dzidula Pink Foundation at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) last Friday.
The programme, dubbed COMAC Goes Pink, was held under the theme, “Beyond the diagnosis: Support, strength and hope,” to promote early detection, educate the public about breast cancer and highlight the emotional and social support needed by patients and survivors.
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AJ’s Help the Needy Project (AJHTNP), a community-based organisation, has held a breast cancer awareness and sensitisation programme dubbed ‘The Pink Talk’ for residents of Nyansi-Camp in the Okere District, aimed at promoting breast health awareness and encouraging early detection of breast cancer.
The programme, held last Sunday, coupled with free breast screening, was to provide participants with an opportunity to learn about breast cancer, understand the importance of early detection, and take proactive steps towards safeguarding their health.
This second edition of the Pink Talk was on the global theme “Every story is unique, every journey matters.
Speaking at the event, health officer, Miss Rebecca Ofosu educated participants on breast self-examination, highlighting the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and demonstrating how individuals can regularly examine their breasts at home.
She also conducted thorough breast screenings for participants, encouraging them to seek prompt medical attention whenever they noticed unusual changes in their breasts.
“Don’t stay home if you see any changes in or on your breast. Kindly visit the hospital for further examination. Early detection can help save lives,” she advised. Read More.
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