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States must use their influence to end Israel-Hamas war – UN Resident Coordinator
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States must use their influence to end the war between Isreal and Hamas ,the United Nations Resident Coordinator, Charles Abani has stated.
“Let us re-affirm our collective responsiblity to uphold the rights and aspirations of all people including the Palestinian people and to work together for peaceful and lasting resolution of the conflict in the interest of both Palestinians and Isrealis and of the entire region and the world.”
He said this at the occassion of the 2023 International day of solidarity with Palestinian people in Accra last Thursday.
The day was to call for somber reflection,action and reinforce the need for peace and dialogue to end the loss of life including women and children.
The occassion brought dignitaries such as members of the diplomatic corps, clergy, instititions, Ghanaian and Palestinian communities who hoised the flag of Palestine and chanting “free free Palestine”
Others weilded placards with inscriptions ‘Cease fire stop the genocide’ and Free Palestine” among others.
Mr Abani said Palestinians in Gaza were suffering a humanitarian catastrophe,adding that almost 1.7 million people had been forced from their home.
He said the UN had been able to scale up the delivery of humanitarian assistance into and across Gaza, adding that 200 trucks were dispatched from Nitsana to the Rafah crossing,129,000 litres of fuel and four trucks of gas also crossed inro Gaza.
The Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Ghana,Mr Abdalfatah Ahmed Alsattari commended Ghanaians for their support in ensuring Palestinians freedom over the years.
He said over 20,000 people were killed other maimed including women and children.
The Ambassador said schools, hospital, churches and mosque have been attacked.
He said “the atrocities started in 1948 and not weeks ago,we have strong believe that one day it would end and Palestine will be free”.
The Spokesperson of the National Chief Imam,Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu said, the solidarity to the people of Palestine was a human responsibility and human duty.
“We must stand in solidarity, in emotions, prayers for Palestinians to be free,” he added.
He stated that it was a duty to hold the hands of injustice against a section of people who are suffering the treatment
He said there had been brutalities in Palestine where their freedom had been taken away.
He said for the past 75years there had been torrrential raining of bombs killing mlstly women and children and people becoming refugees in their own homes.
Hamas on October 7, this year launched its assault on Isreal, killing more than 1,000 people and taking 200 hostages in an unprecedented suprise attack during a major jewish holiday.
A stunned Isreal launched airstrikes in Gaza, with its prime Minister, saying the country was now at war with Hamas and vowing to inflict an “unprecedented price.”
By Anita Nyarko-Yirenkyi
Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana’s Department of Political Science, Dr. Joshua Jebuntie Zaato says the imprisonment of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, will have little meaning unless it leads to a broader crackdown on illegal mining.
In a post on his Facebook page on the July 21, 2026, Dr. Zaato said the judgment should mark the beginning of efforts to completely eradicate galamsey and hold all those involved accountable, regardless of their political affiliation.
He said the country must work towards restoring polluted rivers, protecting forests and ensuring that people implicated in illegal mining activities are prosecuted.
According to him, those the President has publicly acknowledged to be involved in galamsey should face prosecution.
He called for the prosecution of district chief executives (DCEs), members of Parliament (MPs) and senior political party officials who have been accused of engaging in or supporting illegal mining.
Dr. Zaato further urged the government to take decisive action to end the destruction of the country’s forests caused by galamsey.
He maintained that the imprisonment of Chairman Wontumi would only have a lasting impact if it results in a comprehensive and impartial fight against illegal mining across the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sadness over the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, King of Dagbon.
In a statement issued on Monday, President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the Government, extended his deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the entire nation.
“The Government of Ghana has received with profound sadness the news of the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II,” the statement said.
President Mahama described the late King as a distinguished traditional ruler whose reign was defined by healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace in Dagbon following years of conflict.
The statement noted that His Majesty’s “unwavering commitment to unity, stability, and the welfare of his people created an enabling environment for development”and strengthened the partnership between traditional authorities and Government in advancing progress across Dagbon and Ghana.
The Government paid tribute to the life and legacy of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, and honoured his invaluable service to the nation.
“May his wisdom, leadership, and dedication to peace continue to inspire future generations. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
The passing of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II marks the end of an era for Dagbon, which saw significant strides in unity and development under his leadership.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
