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Desist from use of drugs, alcoholic substances…La Dade-Kotopon MP to youth
Ms Sowah (left) helping a beneficiary to carry her items Photo Victor A. Buxton(2)
The Member of Parliament (MP) for the La Dade-Kotopon Constituency, Ms Rita Naa Odorley Sowah has advised the youth in the area and beyond to desist from the use of drugs and alcoholic substances before, during and after the Homowo festive season.
That, she said, would keep them away from causing harm to themselves, and their parents and prevent them from becoming a nuisance in the community.
The MP made these comments during the distribution of assorted items including smoked fish and palm fruits to over 80 clan-houses in nine Quarters of the constituency.
The beneficiary Quarters include Abese, Kowe, Klannaa, Abafum, Nmati Dzrasee, Nmati Abonase, Leshie, Agbawe and Anahor.
The gesture, Ms Sowah said was her annual support to enable the indigenes to prepare the traditional food ‘Kpokpoi’ for the festive season.
She asked beneficiaries to extend a hand and heart of love to their non-Ga neighbours to celebrate with them.
The MP advised Ga-Dangme especially indigenes and residents of La to be united, law-abiding and make peace with each one to foster Corporation for the common good of La in particular and Ga-Dangme in general.
“Be each other’s keeper like brothers and sisters from the same parents no matter where each is coming from so as to raise and develop the Ga-Dangme communities,” she said.
The MP earlier presented various items bags of maize, soft drinks, water and undisclosed amount of money to the La Traditional Council to prepare for the festive meal ‘Kpokpoi’.
She said activities like cooking competition, and clean-up of clan houses among others have been planned to celebrate the occasion.
Also, the MP for Ada Constituency Ms Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe-Ghansah, who was there to support her colleague MP, reiterated her commitment to bringing development and jobs for the youth to be self-reliant and not become a burden on their family and society at large.
Mrs.Cudjoe-Ghansah said so far no problems have been recorded since the festive season began this year and she was of the highest hope that the celebrations in La would be peaceful.
This year’s Homowo celebration of the people of La comes off this Friday.
BY VICTOR A. BUXTON
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
By Spectator Reporter
