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Give blood, save life – National Blood Donors Association
Representative of National Blood Donor Association cutting cake
As part of the activities to promote World Blood Day, the National Blood Service, Ghana, under the auspices of Ministry of Health (MOH) has organised a programme under the theme: “Give Blood, Give Plasma, Share Life, Share Often.”
The purpose of the programme was to celebrate life and also appreciate donors for voluntarily donating to save the lives of others.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Blood Service Ghana, Dr. Shirley Ofori giving the opening remarks stated that the event was to cherish blood donors for constantly making themselves available to donate blood.
She stated that this year’s World Blood Donor Day celebration focused on hearing stories of blood recipients to encourage blood donors to give more.
“Not everyone responds to a call to donate but voluntary blood donors make themselves available to donate all the time”, she added.
The President of the National Blood Association, Ghana, Mrs. Elizabeth Adase-Ackotia recounted how blood donors had helped save the lives of many.
According to her, children with anaemia and those on dialysis particularly were saved on daily basis. She said, God in His wisdom created man and gave him wisdom to till the land but despite everything, “nobody can manufacture blood.”
“It is an established fact that if only one per cent donates blood, we will have enough blood because the blood can only last for 35 days”, she asserted.
She, therefore, encouraged the media to educate the public on the need to donate blood regularly to help save life.
Some dignitaries who graced the programme also shared inspiring stories of how blood donors helped save their lives. Amongst them were the Queen of Akwamu Adumasa, Nana Afua Serwaa Brakatu, the host of the “mo ho y3” programme on Okay FM, Abigail Ashley, and others.
The Queen of Akwamu Adumasa, Nana Afua Serwaa Brakatu gave a testimony to inspire potential donors who were perhaps undecided to donate.
“In December last year, I was involved in an accident that left me with internal bleeding. In such a desperate situation, I was unable to readily provide enough donors from my network of friends and family.
“As a Queen, I could have gathered a good number of donors, but certainly needed time and good health to convey all these donors from my village to Accra. Indeed, time was of the essence and I needed immediate blood support to keep me alive”, she said.
“I remain grateful to the National Blood Donors Association, the National Blood Service, and all donors for the vital role played in my recovery”, she said.
The host of “mo ho y3” show on Okay FM Abigail Ashley also spoke about receiving blood during her dialysis sessions. She was grateful to Dr. Osei Kwame Despite for being a lifesaver to her during her difficult times and called on all persons to donate blood at least twice a year to stock the blood bank.
By George Obeng Osei
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
