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Hundreds walk in campaign against breast cancer
Chief Dr Wiafe Addai(hand raised) with Eze Dr. Chukwudi Ihenetu(in red cap)
and other dignitaries leading the walk
Breast Care International (BCI), a non-governmental organisation on Saturday embarked on a walk from the Obra Spot at Circle to Accra Central to raise awareness on breast cancer.
The walk dubbed ‘Breast cancer walk for the cure,’ was attended by hundreds of people drawn from the United States of America (USA), the Netherlands, Morocco and India.
Other participants of the walk included breast cancer survivors, students, members of the security services and staff of private organisations.
Participants held placards with inscriptions such as ‘Take your mammogram at least every year,’ ‘Breast cancer is survivable’, ‘Don’t be scared, be aware’, ‘When diagnosed, it is not the end,’ ‘Breast cancer may have started the fight, we have finished it’ and ‘All warriors have scars’ and walked through some selected principal streets and markets amidst music and dancing.
The theme for the walk was ‘Breaking the myth fighting for cure.’
The President of BCI, Dr Beatrice Wiafe Addai, said it was time everyone, both male and female got involved in the fight against breast cancer, adding that though it was known as a disease for females, men were also prone to it.
The disease, she said was the number one killer disease for women and that it was taking the lives of women in their prime, hence the need for everyone to see it as a developmental and economic issue.
According to Dr Wiafe Addai, the cause of breast cancer was not known and that it could only be prevented through early detection and prompt action to save the lives of women.
She said survivors of breast cancer do not want others to know of their status because of stigmatisation, adding that “if there were still myth and misconception around breast cancer, we would not go far with the fight.”
She stated that when the disease was left unattended for a long time, the cancer will spread to other organs in the body.
Dr Wiafe Addai stated that only 10 per cent of breast cancer patients have record of it in their family and that the remaining 90 per cent have no family history of the disease, hence the need for regular check-ups.’
She said more than 4,000 women were diagnosed annually and out of the number, more than 2,000 of them died.
She urged women to avoid smoking and excessive intake of alcohol, reduce the fatty foods, consume more fruits and vegetables and exercise regularly.
The Chief of the Igbo community in Ghana, Dr Jude Chukwudi Ihenetu, called for sustained efforts in the fight against breast cancer especially in the rural areas.
That, he said, would make many women aware of the disease and seek for early treatment as well as save their lives.
He commended Dr Wiafe Addai for her efforts in the fight against breast cancer and called on government and private organisations to support her.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu
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
