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Disability is not inability- Adwinsa Children’s Show breaks barriers to promote inclusiveness
Some of the dignitaries and children reading a book at the programme Photo Victor A. Buxton
In an effort to combat stigmatisation against individuals with disabilities, Adwinsa Publications has unveiled the Adwinsa Children’s Show, a ground-breaking initiative to integrate children with disabilities into all aspects of life.
This will dispel misconceptions and create an environment where children with disabilities will be embraced everywhere.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Adwinsa, Mr. Kwaku Oppong-Amponsah, emphasised the paramount objective of the Adwinsa Children’s Show.
“We envision a world where children with disability will not be excluded from our creative endeavours, particularly in the realm of literature and societal development,” he remarked.
Mr. Amponsah fervently spoke against the marginalisation of persons with disabilities (PWDs), and reminded guests that “disability is not inability.”
The CEO of the National Council of PWD, Lawyer Esther Gyamfi, lauded the initiators of Adwinsa Children’s Show, and described it as a monumental stride towards inclusion within the publishing industry. She commended Adwinsa Publications for its dedication to learners with disabilities.
Head of the Guidance and Counselling Unit at the Ghana Education Service (GES), Mrs. Gifty Sekyi-Bremansu emphasised the multifaceted contributions that individuals with disabilities brought to society. She explained that the term “disability” encompasses more than mere physical or mental limitations; it encapsulates a person’s unique abilities and potential to contribute meaningfully to society.
Mrs. Sekyi-Bremansu noted that disability could occur through various life circumstances, and mentioned that some individuals were not born disabled but encountered unfortunate events that altered their physical capabilities. She urged the public to treat everyone equitably, irrespective of the person’s physical appearances.
The ‘Adwinsa Children’s Show’ stands as a powerful testament to the transformative impact of inclusiveness and understanding. With the rallying cry that “disability is not inability,” Adwinsa Publications has ignited a movement that aims to reshape societal attitudes and pave the way for a more integrated and harmonious future for all.
By George Obeng Osei
Massive celebrations were recorded countrywide as the Black Stars opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto on Wednesday.
Midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored the only goal of the match late in the game as he shot in a decent cross from substitute Brandon Asante.
The win gave Ghana a positive start in the competition, placing them in second position behind England, also with three points but with a superior goal aggregate.
After the final whistle, the streets and other viewing centres were turned into partying grounds as fans, mostly clad in the team’s paraphernalia, danced to several World Cup-themed music.
Others blew the vuvuzelas in joyous mood with others putting up a spirited ‘jama’ session.
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Adentan Constituency, Akosua Manu, has urged party members to move away from what she describes as an “entitlement mentality” and focus on unity, sacrifice and hard work as the party prepares for the 2028 general election.
In a statement titled “Is Loyalty a Queue?”, and posted on facebook, Ms. Manu argued that loyalty to the NPP should not be judged by how long a person has been in the party but by their contributions and commitment to its growth.
According to her, the NPP’s history shows that many of its leaders faced significant opposition from within the party before eventually leading it to electoral success.
She cited former President John Agyekum Kufuor as an example, saying he had to overcome resistance from influential figures within the party before winning power for the NPP in 2000.
Ms. Manu noted that after the party lost power in 2008, former President Kufuor faced criticism and accusations from some party members.
However, she said supporters eventually put their differences aside and worked together to rebuild the party.
She pointed to the experience of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who, according to her, faced opposition from some factions within the NPP despite his long service to the party.
“His trials were ten times what Kufuor endured,” she stated, adding that Akufo-Addo eventually overcame the challenges and became President of Ghana.
Turning to the NPP’s current flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Ms. Manu said he also faced resistance from different groups within the party while seeking leadership.
She praised Dr. Bawumia for contributing to policy-based political discussions in Ghana and for remaining composed following the NPP’s defeat in the 2024 elections.
According to her, party members must now rally behind him in the same way they supported former Presidents Kufuor and Akufo-Addo.
Ms. Manu, however, warned that internal divisions and a sense of entitlement remain major threats to the party’s future.
She argued that some party members place too much emphasis on how long individuals have belonged to the NPP rather than on their contributions and capabilities.
“This entitlement does not question impact. It does not ask what you sacrificed or what you built. It asks only how long have you been here,” she said.
The former parliamentary candidate cautioned that such attitudes could discourage committed members and prevent the party from selecting the best people for leadership positions.
She further called on the party’s incoming national executives to strengthen the NPP’s core values of sacrifice, honesty, integrity and dedication to national development.
Ms. Manu addressed the concerns of young party supporters, many of whom she said became discouraged following the NPP’s electoral defeat in 2024.
According to her, many young people remain eager to see the party return to power but are unwilling to support internal conflicts driven by personal ambitions.
She urged party elders to place the interests of the NPP above their individual goals and to demonstrate leadership that attracts rather than alienates members.
“The NPP is bigger than any one of us. It always has been. Our collective responsibility is to act like it,” she stated.
By: Jacob Aggrey
