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Fathers largely excluded from menstrual hygiene conversation …Research reveals
When it comes to menstruation, most fathers remain silent, a recent study by SENDGhana, a non-governmental organisation has revealed.
It said only three out of every 15 fathers interviewed had ever talked to their daughters about menstruation.
“This speaks volumes about the discomfort, misinformation, and cultural silence surrounding menstrual health and the vulnerability or heavy burden this places on girls navigating puberty alone,” Latifa Abdul Hadi, a Research Assistant with SENDGhana, said during a training for journalists on menstruation in Accra.
Sharing findings of the research conducted in six districts across the country last year, Ms Hadi noted that despite growing awareness campaigns and menstrual hygiene drives, fathers are still largely excluded from the conversation.
“Culturally, menstruation is treated as a women’s issue but this thinking sidelines half of the household,” she said.
“In all of the districts we conducted the research only about 0.1 per cent, just three out of 15 fathers have actually opened their mouths to talk about menstruation and menstrual hygiene to their young girls.”
She encouraged parents, especially fathers to take the initiative to educate themselves on menstruation and menstrual hygiene.
“Social media is a good place to start. But beyond that, there are verified websites with accurate information. Men must make the effort,” she insists.
Ms Hadi also urged young girls not to shy away from speaking to their fathers on menstruation.
“He’s your father. There’s nothing wrong with asking questions; telling him what you’ve heard, what you’re experiencing, and asking how you can care for yourself,” she advised.
BY Abigail Annoh
The Ghana Police Service has arrested three (3) suspects in connection with a case of possession of narcotic drugs and engaging in prohibited drug-related activities within the Accra metropolis.
On April 10, 2026, the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector General of Police received intelligence that a group of individuals were planning to engage in the sale of suspected narcotic drugs at Dzorwulu in Accra.
A surveillance operation was mounted and on 11th April 2026, a Police team proceeded to the area and arrested two suspects, Bright Ayivor and Ifeanyi Ijeoba.
The suspects were found in possession of twenty-two (22) compressed substances suspected to be cocaine, which were being prepared for sale to a prospective buyer.
Further interrogation of the suspects led to the identification of a third suspect, Kwabena Botwe as a key figure in the drug trade.
A follow-up operation at Caprice resulted in his arrest after Police mounted surveillance during a planned transaction involving proceeds from the sale of the suspected drugs.
The suspect later led Police to his residence at Greda Estates, where a search resulted in the retrieval of an amount of GHc400,000 and a counting machine.
According to the police, during the operation, he attempted to bribe the arresting officers with an additional GHc420,000, which has been retained as evidence.
All the suspects are currently in Police custody assisting investigations and will be put before the court.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, yesterday April 14, 2026, promoted seven officers of the Tema Regional Police Command to their next ranks for their role in a recent anti-robbery operation in Tema.
The promotions were awarded to officers who responded to a robbery attack on a Mobile Money vendor at Tema Community 5 leading to the shooting of two robbery suspects and the recovery of a firearm, ammunition, and other exhibits.
The officers promoted are Chief Inspector Enoch Nartey Nuer, Inspector Gershon Dekpey; Inspector Prince Asante; No. 45881 Sergeant Lukman Mohammed; No. 49900 Sergeant Eugene Kuudouru; No. 54157 Corporal Jerome Akator; and No. 59882 Lance Corporal Jonathan Sewurah.
The IGP, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), congratulated the officers on their promotion and commended them for their courage, discipline, and commitment to duty.
The IGP urged the officers to view their promotion as a call to higher responsibility and encouraged all personnel to continue working with dedication and professionalism in the service of the nation.
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