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Climaxing Ghana Month: …hundreds turn out to taste indigenous meals in Accra
The forecourt of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly was the ‘melting pot’ for all Ghanaian dishes, as hundreds of people turned out last weekend to have a taste of sumptuous local cuisines they might have missed in their lifetime.
The two-day event dubbed “Back to Your Village Food Bazaar,” formed part of activities climaxing Ghana Month.
Organised by Accra-based Citi Fm and partners, it was to promote the consumption of local dishes while offering businesses a platform to project their brands and services.
It was to showcase the rich values of various ethnic groups in the country and deepen the spirit of unity and friendship among them.
Indigenous foods and drinks from the northern, middle, and southern zones of Ghana were readily available for patrons of all age groups who took part in various fun activities, including cooking competition, ‘jama’ and live music on Saturday and Sunday to have a feel.
Beverages including ‘Asana,’ Lamugine, ‘Pito’, ‘Brukina’, ‘Sobolo’ ‘Atadwe milk, were not in short supply as tourists and indigenes alike ate their favourite meals at designated stands with ease.
Indeed, it was a switch from the everyday rice and stew to a banquet of rare preparations such as ‘apapransa,’ kokonte’ ‘akyeke’ ‘tubaani’, ‘mpotompoto’, among others.
Day one saw musical performances by various artistes such as Ga Cultural Band, Dromo Naa, and others while three different groups also took part in a cooking contest later in the day with the winners and runners up receiving special packages from the sponsors.
The ‘Kwan Pa’ Band opened Day the second day with an enthralling performance as the audience danced and sang along melodious highlife tunes. Observers watched closely as contestants tried to outsmart one another in the ‘gari soakings’ competition on Sunday.
Ms. Elizabeth Kwatsoe Tawiah Sackey, Chief Executive of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), who was the Special Guest last Saturday, commended the organisers for the initiative and pledged support for the local food industry.
In all, it was a memorable event for the exhibitors and the visitors who could not hold back their commendation for the well-coordinated show. The organisers were happy with the turn out indicating that the bazaar went from being an exhibition to a “family gathering” of sort.
By Lizzy Okai
The spokesperson for Dr. Bawumia, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has criticised the implementation of the NDC government’s No Fee Stress policy, arguing that the programme has failed to deliver on its core promise.
According to him on Starr fm, the policy, which was introduced to ensure stress free payment of fees for level 100 tertiary students, has rather turned into what he described as post stress support.
He explained that students are required to pay their fees first before applying for reimbursement, a situation he believes defeats the purpose of the policy.
He questioned claims by government officials that the policy has been successful and that citizens are happy.
In his view, such claims do not reflect the lived realities of many Ghanaians. He stressed that while some people may appear satisfied, many others continue to struggle.
Dennis Miracles Aboagye pointed to the situation of trained teachers and nurses who have been picketing for nearly six months, demanding employment.
He noted that government responses suggesting it cannot accommodate all of them contradict claims of economic stability.
He further argued that economic indicators such as a stable currency mean little to people who are unable to secure jobs or access promised support.
He observed that telling an unemployed teacher or a struggling student that the cedi has strengthened does not address their immediate challenges.
On the issue of tertiary education, he maintained that no level 100 student benefited from stress free fees in 2025, despite the policy being announced.
He added that in 2026, students have already reported to school without receiving the promised support.
He insisted that asking students to pay fees first and seek reimbursement later amounts to support after hardship, not stress free education.
According to him, this approach goes against what was promised during the policy announcement.
Dennis Miracles Aboagye questioned why a government that presents the economy as strong is unable to fulfil what he described as simple and clear promises.
He added that there is a fundamental problem with the way the economy is being managed and indicated that he is prepared to explain his position further.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Dancehall musician Shatta Wale has issued a strong public statement calling for an end to what he describes as continuous attacks on his brand, following an apology from media commentator Awal Mohammed.
In the statement, Shatta Wale acknowledged the apology but stressed that persistent criticism and what he sees as deliberate attempts to damage his image must stop.
He noted that for many years, he has spoken for the streets, the youth, and people who feel ignored by society, while also promoting Ghana on the global stage and creating jobs through his work.
He expressed concern that some media personalities, commentators, and influential figures continue to target his name unfairly.
According to him, the issue goes beyond music and touches on respect, fairness, and national maturity.
The musician warned that continued disrespect toward voices that represent ordinary people could have wider consequences.
He emphasised that the Shatta Movement remains strong and organized, and that the patience of the masses should not be taken for granted.
He added that if systems continue to fail the people, they have the ability to organize politically through numbers and truth, not violence or hate.
Shatta Wale clarified that his message was not a threat but a reminder of reality, stressing that attacking a symbol that represents millions of people can have social, cultural, and democratic effects.
He called for respect, fairness, and unity, saying the voice of the people will always rise.
The statement comes after Awal Mohammed recently described Shatta Wale fans during a public discussion as junkies.
The comments triggered backlash from fans of the musician, prompting Awal to later issue an apology.
By: Jacob Aggrey
