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MiNaK Foundation Spreads Festive Cheer by Feeding Street Children & The Homeless Ghana
In the true spirit of the season, the MiNaK Foundation is once again making a difference in the lives of street and homeless children in Ghana through its annual feeding program. Founded on the principles of compassion, hope, and upliftment, this Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) has made it an annual obligation to support and help the needy during the festive occasion of Christmas.
Ms. Doreen Ackom, the driving force behind MiNaK Foundation, shares that the organization’s mission is rooted in a deep sense of compassion for the less fortunate. With a focus on bringing hope and upliftment to those in need, MiNaK Foundation has become a beacon of light for street and homeless children during the holiday season.
Ms. Ackom emphasizes the importance of community support in achieving the foundation’s goals. She calls on the general public to join hands in spreading love and care to the needy, especially during this festive time. According to her, small acts of kindness can have a profound impact on the lives of those who are less fortunate, and the holiday season provides a perfect opportunity for everyone to come together for a greater cause.
The MiNaK Foundation’s commitment to serving the community extends beyond providing a meal; it aims to create a sense of joy and belonging for the street and homeless children. By addressing not only their physical needs but also uplifting their spirits, the foundation hopes to make a lasting impact on the lives of these vulnerable individuals.
As Ms. Doreen Ackom encourages everyone to support the MiNaK Foundation’s initiatives, she highlights that the true essence of the holiday season lies in giving back and caring for one another. The foundation’s work serves as an inspiration for individuals and businesses alike to contribute to the well-being of their communities.
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Prof Alidu Seidu files nomination for Tamale Central seat
The newly elected parliamentary candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for Tamale Central, Prof Alidu Seidu, has submitted his nomination forms to the Electoral Commission.
As of 10:00 a.m. today, he was the only person who had filed to contest the seat.
Nomination of candidates will close at the end of the day.
Associate Professor and Head of the Political Science Department at the University of Ghana Legon, Prof. Alidu Seidu won the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries in the Tamale Central constituency with a landslide victory.
The elections, supervised by the party’s Elections and IT Directorate in the Northern Region, saw Prof. Seidu poll 840 votes out of the total valid ballots cast.
His closest contender, Lawyer Hanan Gundadow Abdul-Rahaman, secured 536 votes.
The other aspirants could not make significant gains, with Dr. Seidu Fiter obtaining 44 votes, Aliu Abdul-Hamid 23 votes, and the rest recording fewer than 10 votes each.
In all, 1,500 ballots were cast, with 6 ballots rejected and 7 spoilt ballots recorded.
The results were signed and declared by Dr. Arnold Mashud Abukari, NDC Northern Regional Director of Elections and IT.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) held parliamentary primaries in Tamale Central to choose a candidate for the upcoming by-election following the death of the sitting Member of Parliament, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. Dr. Mohammed, who also served as Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, tragically died in a military helicopter crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District on August 6, 2025, alongside seven others.
His passing left the Tamale Central seat vacant, as required by Ghana’s 1992 Constitution.
The Electoral Commission has scheduled the by-election for September 30, 2025. While the NDC moved quickly to open nominations and vet aspirants, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) announced it would not contest the seat, citing the need to respect the somber circumstances and promote national unity.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Ghana to locally refine its gold starting October 2025 – Sammy Gyamfi
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has announced that plans are far advanced for the establishment of a state-owned gold refinery in the country.
Speaking at the 2025 Minerals and Mining Convention, Mr Gyamfi said the refinery will process locally mined gold into bullion instead of exporting it in its raw state.
According to him, it is unacceptable that Ghana, despite being a leading gold producer in Africa, continues to export raw gold known as dore.
He explained that the Gold Board, working with the Bank of Ghana and local refineries, will from October 2025 begin refining gold locally.
He also disclosed that an ultramodern assay laboratory will be built to ensure international standards in testing gold quality.
Mr Gyamfi noted that the refinery will be wholly state-owned and will help Ghana move away from raw mineral exports to value addition.
This, he said, will boost foreign exchange earnings, create jobs, and position Ghana as a hub for gold refining and jewellery production in Africa.
The CEO stressed that the project forms part of government’s strategy to ensure the country benefits fully from its natural resources and to transform the mining sector into a driver of economic growth.
By: Jacob Aggrey
