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Hundreds attend Eid prayers at Black Star Square
Dr. Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu led prayers at the Square
The Feast of Sacrifice (Eid ul-Adha) was once again celebrated in solemnity as thousands of Muslims gathered at the Black Star Square in Accra on Wednesday to praise Allah and ask for continuous guidance and protection.
National Chief Imam, Dr. Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, prayed for lasting peace and cohesion in the country and told worshippers to abide by the divine command of Prophet Mohammed (Peace be Upon Him).
President Nana Akufo-Addo and his Vice, Dr Mahammud Bawumia, and other dignitaries graced the packed ceremony, calling for more support as the government continued to deliver on its promises.
The President, expressing confidence in his administration, indicated that the economy was getting back on track in spite of challenges. He told the gathering to be faithful to the teachings of Allah and remain good citizens.
Other goodwill messages poured in for the celebrants who continued the feast at their respective locations. The increasing cost of merchandise and livestock, however, did not deter the faithful from making sacrifices and sharing the little they could afford with neighbours.
Eid Al-Adha marks Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) as he was tested by Allah who subsequently provided the sacrificial ram. Here are excerpts of the activities at the Square.
By Lizzy Okai
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Health Minister leads delegation Mimi Darko’s appointment as AMA Director General
Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, Minister for Health and Member of Parliament has led a delegation to secure the appointment of Dr Delese Mimi Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the Food and Drugs Authority, as the Director General of the African Medicines Agency (AMA) during the ongoing 2nd Ordinary Session of the Conference of State Parties in Kigali, Rwanda.
This prestigious appointment, achieved through a competitive process, marks a proud and historic moment for Ghana and the entire continent.
It highlights Dr. Darko’s exceptional leadership, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to enhancing public health and regulatory systems across Africa.
The Minister expressed his deep appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama for his strong support and leadership throughout this process.
Mr.Akandoh congratulated Dr. Mimi Darko and Team Ghana for their incredibly successful campaign.
The AMA was established by the African Union on November 5, 2021, with the primary objective of improving access to quality, safe, and effective medical products throughout the continent. Its creation aims to facilitate the regulation and oversight of essential medicines at a continental level while promoting collaboration among African countries and regions.
The Agency’s mission is to provide leadership in creating an enabling regulatory environment for the pharmaceutical sector in Africa, ensuring that the African population has access to essential medical products and technologies.
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Police arrest five suspects involved in robbery cases in Ashanti Region
The Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) in the Ashanti Region has informed the public about a recent breakthrough in the fight against armed robbery in the Denchemuoso District.
Following a series of robbery incidents in the area, on April 22, 2025, PID/Ashanti operatives, acting on credible intelligence, apprehended one Michael Owusu Ansah, alias Baby Last, aged 32.
The suspect had been on the police wanted list since 2016 in connection with a robbery and the murder of Police Officer G/Cpl Frank Essel of SWAT/Ashanti, which occurred at the Open Space Hotel in Denchemuoso on May 19, 2016.
During interrogation, the suspect confessed to engaging in multiple street and residential robberies in Denchemuoso, Atwima-Techiman, Asuoyeboah, and surrounding areas.
He also disclosed that his gang operated with knives, pistols, and pump-action guns.
Further investigations led to the identification and arrest of his accomplices, namely:Emmanuel Owusu, alias Cassidy, Maxwell Gyimah, alias Nana Kwame, Sudais Oxford Ntiamoah, alias The Man Sudais and Rhano Okyere, alias Demon
These individuals were arrested from their hideouts within Atwima-Techiman and Denchemuoso.
However, one suspect, remains at large and efforts are underway to apprehend him and recover the weapons used in the robberies.
All five arrested suspects were arraigned before the Atasomanso Circuit Court on May 13, 2025.
They were remanded into police custody and are scheduled to reappear on June 4, 2025.
