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Hawa Koomson files to run for NPP National Women’s Organiser, meets Bawumia
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Former Fisheries Minister and MP, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has officially submitted her nomination for the position of National Women Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
The former Awutu Senya East MP made the announcement this morning after leading her campaign team to meet the NPP’s 2024 Presidential Candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, at his office ahead of submitting her nomination forms at the party headquarters.
“We officially communicated my intention to run for the position of National Women Organizer of our esteemed party, the New Patriotic Party,” Koomson stated.
She said her decision is driven by what she described as the “pivotal moment” the NPP finds itself in ahead of the 2028 elections.
“Our party stands at a pivotal moment; the upcoming leadership will be vital for the survival of our democracy, our party, and our nation. The current government, led by the NDC, is steering Ghana toward uncertain waters, leaving the citizens with little hope for the future. It is imperative that the NPP steps in to rectify this trajectory,” she said.
According to Koomson, the Women’s Wing will be central to the party’s efforts to return to power.
“The Women’s Wing of the NPP holds a fundamental role in this rescue mission. However, fulfilling this role demands bold, assertive, and courageous leadership to galvanize our efforts towards a victorious outcome in 2028,” she added.
The former minister pledged to build a stronger and more effective wing if given the mandate.
“My ambition is not merely to occupy a position but to spearhead an organized and dynamic women’s wing that is fully equipped to secure victory for the NPP and for Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia,” she said.
She concluded that “This is my solemn commitment to you, and I wholeheartedly invite you to join me on this journey. Together, we can make a difference and pave the way for a brighter future for Ghana.”
Hawa Koomson was accompanied by key party women and supporters during the visit.
The NPP is expected to hold its National Executive elections later this year to elect new leaders who will steer the party into the 2028 polls.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The 29th Annual Dagaaba-Frafra Friendly Games have once again demonstrated that sports can be a powerful vehicle for cultural preservation, business networking, friendship and peaceful coexistence.
Held at the El-Wak Sports Stadium in Accra last Saturday, the games brought together members of the two ethnic groups from across Ghana and abroad for a colourful celebration under the theme, “Unity in Diversity: The Dagaaba-Frafra Model for Peaceful Co-existence.”
The event, which has evolved from a friendly football match into a major annual gathering, featured football, volleyball, sack races, lime and spoon, tug-of-peace and a penalty shootout for senior citizens.
At the end of the competitions, the Frafra won four events, while the Dagaaba secured victories in five, with the men’s soccer match ending in a draw.
The Frafra triumphed in the men’s lime and spoon, men’s sack race, women’s sack race and women’s soccer, while the Dagaaba won the women’s lime and spoon, men’s volleyball, women’s volleyball, women’s tug-of-peace and the senior citizens’ penalty shootout.
However, the games extended far beyond the sporting arena. The stadium grounds and surrounding spaces became a vibrant marketplace, with patrons enjoying and purchasing a variety of traditional foods, drinks and cultural products.
Local delicacies, including TZ, tubaani, bambara beans, pork, guinea fowl, local fowls, dog meat and kosie, were sold alongside traditional alcoholic beverages. Traditional dresses and other culturally inspired items also attracted buyers, turning the gathering into an important platform for small businesses and vendors to make sales while promoting northern Ghanaian culture.
The cultural exchange continued long after the final sporting contests, as patrons remained at the venue to eat, drink, socialise, dance and party well into the night.
In her remarks, the Guest of Honour, Dr Matilda Aberese-Ako, said the gathering represented much more than competition, describing the Dagaaba-Frafra relationship as a historic bond that had evolved into a modern sporting tradition and an instrument for peace.
MTN Ghana has been the headline sponsor for the games for the past 10 years.
By Gordon Wellu
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MTN Ghana has undertaken a tree-planting exercise at the Chipa Forest Reserve as part of its commitment to protecting the planet and support the restoration of degraded sections of the forest.
The activity forms part of the company’s 2026 Sustainability Month celebration held under the theme “Small Actions: Big Impact,” and its 30th anniversary celebration.
It was held in partnership with the Forestry Commission (FC) and the Rainforest Alliance with MTN Ghana supporting the restoration of approximately two hectares of degraded forest through the planting of 1,666 trees.
Due to the current dry weather conditions, 833 trees were planted during the exercise, with the remaining 833 to be planted when the rain commences.
The exercise brought together MTN employee volunteers, officials from the Forestry Commission and representatives of the Rainforest Alliance, demonstrating the importance of collaboration in driving environmental sustainability.
Speaking at the event, the Acting General Manager for Sustainability and Shared Value at MTN Ghana, Georgina Asare Fiagbenu, emphasized the critical role trees play in sustaining life and protecting the environment.
“Trees are essential to human survival and healthy ecosystems. They absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen, regulate temperatures, protect soil, support biodiversity and provide habitats for many species. They also conserve water, reduce erosion and help communities adapt to the effects of climate change,” she said.
The District Manager of the Tema-Ada Forest Services Division of the Forestry Commission, Linda Ansah, welcomed MTN Ghana’s support, describing it as a valuable contribution to efforts aimed at restoring degraded sections of the reserve.
The Country Director of the Rainforest Alliance, Nicholas Jengri, also welcomed the partnership and emphasised the importance of collective action in addressing environmental challenges.
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