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Let’s continue to live in peace, harmony… National Chief Imam urges Muslims, Christians
The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has urged Muslims and Christians in Ghana to continue living in peace and harmony.
According to him, Ghanaians were one people, regardless of the ethnic and religious differences.
Speaking to The Spectator exclusively, ahead of Friday’s Eid-Ul-Fitr celebration, the National Chief Imam said, Muslims and Christians have a common father and mother, adding that “We all proceeded from Adam and Hawa (Eve).”
“There is nothing that we can be more proud of than being the same in the sight of God,” he added.
According to Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, diversity was to help one recognise the other, and help him or her, rather than be at war or conflict.
“Our diversity should not lead to war and conflict; it should make us recognise each other, help each other and co-exist peacefully, because we all came from Allah,” he said.
He also urged Muslims to be kind to others in their celebration of Eid-Ul-Fitr.
“Allah has indicated that when we fast, we must be kind. Allah loves those who are kind, and whoever engages in virtue of kindness will be rewarded,” he said.
He expressed felicitations to Muslims in Ghana and across the world, saying the Eid is a celebration of thanksgiving, renewal, and a reflection on having gone through a period of fasting.
The Chief Imam further cautioned the youth not to overindulge in the celebration and later end up in unfortunate situations, adding that they should have fun in moderation.
On his part, the Spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu, said the Chief Imam will open his home to all and sundry to come, eat and celebrate.
“It’s the usual merry-making when the Chief Imam opens his home for Muslims and non-Muslims to come eat and celebrate. We want to use the occasion to invite all and sundry to come. The women are there, they will cook for everyone,” he said.
He added that “We have prayed for the nation and everyone for God to bless the life of everyone, so we would want to share the joy, and we call on Muslims not to limit their food to themselves; package some and share with those in the community.
This, he said, will fully express the country’s unity in diversity to the rest of the world.
The government declared yesterday, Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21, 2026, as statutory public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Fitr and Shaqq Day celebrations.
Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, announced that an additional public holiday will be observed on Monday, March 23, because one of the statutory holidays falls on a weekend.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
The Stewardship Director of the South East Ghana Union Mission (SEGUM) of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Ps. Richard Kwabena Daves, has urged believers to apply wisdom in taking major decisions concerning their lives to avoid costly mistakes.
According to him, wisdom enables individuals to discern right from wrong and manage resource effectively.
“Many challenges people face is as a result from poor decision-making and a failure for guidance before action,” he explained.
Speaking at the climax of a Stewardship Revival Week at the New Life Seventh-day Adventist (S.D.A) Church last Saturday, Pastor Daves, who was also the former President of the Oti Ghana Mission, Jasikan in the Oti region advised the congregation to embrace hard work and approach God boldly for every need in their lives.
“When you give to God financially, and to the poor and needy, God opens a new door for you. You will be blessed and able to pay your taxes and other obligations to your country,” he added.
Pastor Daves encouraged members to plan their expenses wisely and adopt a business mind-set, start small, seek mentors, and spend wisely.
“Your product shouldn’t be more expensive, look out for moderate prices to attract more customers,” he advised.
He added that God gives instructions during financial crises and can reveal where financial provision is located, adding that “God rewards productivity with more increase,”, he said.
The New Life District Pastor, Asante Amaniampong Danso, commended members for their commitment and urged them to put the message into practice.
Picture: Pastor Richard Kwabena Daves
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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