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Kojo Antwi thrills guests at 2026 Europe Day Reception in Accra
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Ghanaian music legend Kojo Antwi delivered a memorable performance at the 2026 Europe Day Reception in Accra, captivating guests with timeless highlife melodies and celebrating the enduring partnership between Ghana and the European Union.
The celebrated “Mr. Music Man” was the special highlight of the event, where he also signed copies of his newly released memoir, Mr. Music Man – The Journey, adding a personal touch to an evening filled with culture, diplomacy and entertainment.
The 2026 Europe Day Reception brought together diplomats, government officials, development partners, members of the diplomatic corps and invited guests to commemorate Europe Day while strengthening the growing relationship between Ghana and the European Union under the banner of “Team Europe.”
Fourteen EU Member States participated actively in the celebration, contributing to what organisers described as a vibrant cultural showcase marked by food, music and shared values.
Countries represented included Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Malta, Portugal, Spain and Sweden.
Guests enjoyed a rich display of European cuisine, cultural exchanges and networking moments throughout the reception, which highlighted the strong diplomatic and developmental ties between Ghana and Europe.
The atmosphere peaked when Kojo Antwi took to the stage, treating patrons to a live performance that blended nostalgia with celebration.
His appearance drew admiration from diplomats and guests alike, reaffirming his status as one of Ghana’s most respected music icons.
The event also featured participation and support from several diplomatic missions and institutions, including the European External Action Service, EU International Partnerships, the French Embassy in Ghana, the Embassy of the Netherlands in Ghana, the High Commission of Malta in Ghana, the German Embassy Accra, the Embassy of Denmark in Ghana and the Embassy of Spain in Ghana among others.
This year’s celebration reinforced the spirit of cooperation between Ghana and the European Union, with culture and music serving as powerful tools for unity and friendship.
By Enoch Ntiamoah Siaw
Parliament has clarified public commentary on social media regarding a notice on its notice board that read “No Vacancy for National Service Personnel 2026/2027. Kindly go for reposting.”
In a statement, signed by the Director of Media Relations, David Sebastian Damoah, Parliament said the notice has been misconstrued and was not a policy statement, a freeze on national service placements, or a change in its support for the National Service Scheme.
According to Parliament, the notice was a routine administrative message to prospective personnel who reported to the House, informing them that it has received more personnel than it can accommodate for the 2026/2027 service year and that they should seek reposting to other institutions.
It said it remains committed to the National Service Scheme and values the contribution of service personnel to its work, and regrets any confusion or inconvenience the wording may have caused.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian public advocate Hopeson Yaovi Adorye has been elected to the Board of Directors of the World Taxpayers Association (WTA).
The election took place on Sunday, October 5, 2026, during the Association’s conference in Kraków, Poland.
His election marks a significant addition to his international leadership portfolio and provides a platform for Ghanaian and African perspectives to contribute to global discussions on taxpayer rights, responsible taxation, transparency and prudent management of public resources.
Reacting to his election, Mr. Adorye expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of the WTA for the confidence reposed in him.
“I am deeply honoured by this confidence and conscious of the responsibility that comes with it. Taxpayers are at the heart of every economy, and they deserve fairness, transparency, accountability and value for the taxes they pay. I look forward to working with colleagues from across the world to strengthen the voice of taxpayers and promote responsible fiscal governance,” he said.
According to him, taxation should not be viewed solely as a mechanism for raising government revenue, but also as an important component of the social contract between citizens and the state.
Mr. Adorye said governments have a responsibility to ensure taxes are collected fairly and public resources are utilised efficiently to deliver quality infrastructure, healthcare, education, security and other essential services.
His election also creates an opportunity to bring African experiences into international conversations on taxation and public expenditure.
Mr. Adorye, who is Executive Director of Taxpayers League Ghana, has previously served as Global Board Chairman of the International Youth Network for UN Security Council Resolution 2250, an NGO associated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
He is expected to use his new role to champion fiscal accountability, taxpayer education, good governance and stronger citizen participation in public financial management.
