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Redeemed Baptist Church Choir celebrates 20 years of God’s goodness
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The Redeemed Baptist Church (RBC) Choir has climaxed its 20th anniversary with a historic celebration at the church’s premises located at Ogbojo in Accra expressing deep gratitude for Gods goodness over the years.
To mark this remarkable milestone, the Choir hosted a special Black-Tie Event last Sunday featuring some of the finest classical sacred music with each musical piece woven with a short narration dubbed, ‘The Spoken Word’ introduction.
Themed “Redeemed Baptist Church Choir @ 20 Exclusive Joyful Praise” the Choir’s ministration was accompanied by skillful performances of an Orchestra giving glory to the Almighty God, for carrying them through two decades of music and ministry.
Prior to the climax, there was a special Evangelical Concert on Saturday dubbed, ‘The Messiah’ in honour of Kwame Owusu Agyei Schandorf, of blessed memory, the first Choir Master for his unflinching support.
It was an unforgettable evening of spirit-filled music which featured Legon Baptist Church Choir, Adenta SDA Church Choir, The Penchords, Victory Presby Church Choir, University of Professional Studies Accra (UPSA) Choir, soloists and the RBC Choir who ministered melodious songs uplifting the spirits of guests.
Delivering a sermon on Sunday, Reverend Doctor Samuel Otu Pimpong, immediate past Head Pastor of the Legon Baptist Church (LBC) told the congregation that music is not ordinary but important in the worship of God therefore every song sang to God must be biblical and give praise to Him as the Almighty God.
“The lyrics of songs that constitute music must be godly, prayerful and lift up the broken-hearted. It should draw God’s attention to people,” he added.
Quoting Amos Chapter 5 verse 23, Rev Dr Otu-Pimpong encouraged Christians “to embrace Godly music which invokes the celestial choirs to our overflowing joy.”
“Be careful of the music you admire because some lyrics are ungodly,” he noted.
Rev Dr Otu-Pimpong also urged the Choir to always ensure that they do not sing to entertain but to minister to people.
Presenting a report, Mr. James Asante, member of the RBC Choir Anniversary Planning Committee said that “today marks a significant milestone in our journey – a journey of praise, growth, service, and unwavering faith in the Lord.’
“Over the past two decades, we have experienced tremendous growth both spiritually and musically. Our repertoire has expanded to include hymns, anthems, classical pieces and indigenous praise,” he noted.
He said that despite its achievements the Choir had faced challenges including limited resources for musical instruments, uniforms and sound equipment, as well as the occasional commitment levels but through it all “God has remained faithful, and we continue to press on in unity and love.”
In a goodwill message, Rev Francis Amanor Narterh, who was the Head Pastor of RBC at the time the Choir was inaugurated acknowledged the sacrifices of the Choir over the years and encouraged them to be steadfast and move to greater heights to impact the Kingdom of God.
The Head Pastor of RBC, Rev Samuel Kofi Amedormey, noted that for two decades the Choir has stood as a shining light faithfully leading the congregation in worship, carrying members week after week into the presence of God through songs birthed in prayer, devotion and sacrifice.
“Through every anthem, hymn, and chorus, you have poured out worship that has blessed countless lives and brought glory to the Most-High God,” he said.
The founder of the RBC Church Choir, Emerita Professor Elizabeth Ardayfio-Schandorf, acknowledged the contributions of the Choir over the years.
“Our melodious voices have glorified God within the RBC sanctuary and beyond. Our ministrations at sister churches, joyous weddings, anniversaries, hospitals, and prisons as well as our performances at the prestigious Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences’ commemorative celebrations and events have left a lasting impact on all who have witnessed them,” she said.
The Senior Associate Pastor of RBC, Rev Abu Ibrahim, Rev Dr Lawrence Asare Boadi, Pastor in charge of music, Mrs Elizabeth Amegashie, First Presenter of the Choir, Dr Esther Korkor Attiogbe, Pioneer Choir member, Hon Samuel Akrofi, Deacon in charge of music, Mrs, Iris Yemotiorkor Botchway, Chairperson of the Body of Deacons and former Chorister shared solidarity messages in honour of the Choir.
Pioneers of the Choir were acknowledged and awards were also presented to the founder, Emerita Prof Ardayfio-Schandorf, past and present Choristers, deacons in charge, directors, organists including Mrs Mawuyrami Ocloo, First Female Choir Director\Organist, Solomon Allotey Pappoe, former Choir Master\Organist, Edwin Asante, current organist among others who, through dedication and service, have built and sustained the legacy being celebrated by the Choir.
An award was also presented to the current Choir Master, Witsfield Kwabla, a distinguished Ghanaian Musician, Composer, Educator and Entrepreneur through whose leadership, musical expertise, and unwavering dedication elevated the choir to remarkable heights in Choral Performances and Ministry.
The Choir also awarded Kwame Owusu Agyei Schandorf posthumously for his dedicated service and paid glowing tribute to other members who have passed on to glory.
There was cutting of anniversary cake to commemorate the celebration.
Residents of Brodi, a farming community in the Tain District of the Bono Region, have been left in shock and mourning following the alleged murder of a 45-year-old woman by her husband, who later died by suicide.
According to information gathered by the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the suspect, popularly known as Kwabena Jack, believed to be in his 50s, allegedly attacked and killed his wife, Abena Donkor, while the couple were working on their farm on Monday, August 11, 2026.
Mr Kingsley Obah, Assembly Member for the Brodi Electoral Area, confirmed the incident to the GNA.
He explained that after news of the woman’s death spread through the community, residents launched a search for the suspect. His lifeless body was later discovered in a nearby bush on Tuesday, August 12, 2026.
Police have since conveyed both bodies to the Tain District Government Hospital, where they have been deposited for preservation and autopsy.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing. -GNA
Hawkers and roaming preachers have taken over the five-metre high Madina REDCO footbridge and adjoining streets, making it increasingly difficult for pedestrians to use the facility intended to promote safe road crossing.
The traders have virtually turned sections of the footbridge into a marketplace, displaying their wares on the floor using jute sacks, plastic sheets and metal trays, while others have occupied both sides of the walkway with their merchandise.
Foodstuffs such as okro, garden eggs, pepper, onions, dried fish, smoked fish, grains, spices and other groceries are openly sold on the footbridge and along the roadside, forcing pedestrians to weave through the crowded path.
Clothing and fashion accessories including slippers, brassieres, panties, socks, bags and other household items are also displayed for sale, leaving only limited space for commuters to use.
The situation is worsened by the presence of itinerant preachers who position themselves on the footbridge with public address systems to evangelise, drawing crowds to further obstruct pedestrian movement.
Head porters are also seen crossing the highway through the median while carrying heavy loads instead of using the footbridge, exposing themselves to the danger of being knocked down by speeding vehicles.
Also, portions of the footbridge are showing signs of deterioration. Several metal railings are rusted, bent and loosely secured with pieces of wire, raising concerns about the safety of users, especially children, the elderly and persons with disabilities.
Sections of the concrete surface are worn and chipped, while makeshift wooden supports attached to parts of the structure suggest temporary repairs.
After a visit by The Spectator last week, it emerged that many commuters preferred crossing the busy Madina Highway instead of using the footbridge because of the congestion created by the trading and preaching activities.
For years, successive attempts by the police, the military and the La Nkwantanang Madina Municipal Assembly to address congestion around the REDCO and Zongo Junction enclave have yielded little success, with the area becoming notorious for roadside trading, indiscriminate parking and pedestrians refusing to use the footbridge.
A pedestrian, who gave her name only as Maame Yaa, described the situation as worrying, saying the footbridge, which was constructed to protect lives, had gradually lost its purpose because of the growing encroachment by traders and preachers.
According to her, many pedestrians were discouraged from using the facility because navigating through the crowded walkway had become difficult and uncomfortable.
She appealed to the La Nkwantanang Madina Municipal Assembly and other relevant authorities to intensify enforcement to prevent unauthorised trading and other activities on the footbridge and ensure it served its intended purpose of promoting pedestrian safety.
However, during the visit, personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) were seen carrying out a decongestion exercise to remove hawkers from sections of the roadside around the footbridge as part of efforts to improve public safety and ease the movement of both pedestrians and motorists.
The exercise forms part of a pilot project initiated by the Municipal Fire Commander for Madina, Division Officer II (DO II) Abdul Salia, who assumed command of the Madina Municipal Fire Station three months ago.
Speaking in an interview with The Spectator, DO II Abdulai Salia, who is also a long time resident of the community, said the month long project began on July 1 and ended on July 31, with 30 firefighters deployed daily to regulate traffic, clear hawkers from the streets and footbridge, and create access for emergency vehicles.
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By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
