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Excerpts of Eid-ul-Fitr celebration in Accra, other locations
Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu leading prayers at the Independence Square
Ramadan ended last weekend with Muslims in Ghana and across the world calling for peaceful co-existence, unity and Allah’s endless blessing and protection for citizens and the nations.
Typical of the occasion, intercessory prayers were held at various locations where thousands of worshippers led by Sheiks and Imams gathered to recite the Quran and share words of exhortation.
In Accra, the Vice President of the Republic, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, His Eminence Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam; the Second Lady, Mrs. Samira Bawumia; the National Petroleum Authority Boss, Dr. Mustapha Hamid, other Ministers of State and invited guests were at the Black Stars square to climax the 30-day period of fast.
The gathering and mini-feast held later in the day saw Muslims and Christians extend well wishes to one another as a way of strengthening the existing bond between the two faiths.
President Akufo-Addo, other politicians and citizens also extended goodwill messages to Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu whose 104th birthday coincided with the celebrations. Leading prayers at the Independence Square, the Chief Iman called for sanity and sustainable development in all spheres of life.
Other Muslim leaders, praying elsewhere, urged citizens not to undermine the peace and cultural diversity prevailing in the country.
They asked for divine guidance and fortitude for the leaders of the nation as they kept the development agenda on course.
The solemn month of Ramadan encourages spiritual reflection and instructs Muslims to maintain and practice values such as compassion, gratitude, forgiveness and give alms to the needy.
As expected, families gathered to share food and soft drinks with neighbours and loved ones while others stepped out in mainly white and radiant outfits for the occasion. Here are excerpts of the prayer sessions and activities captured at various locations.
By Lizzy Okai
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
