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We went, we saw, we conquered …a reflection of 60th anniversary of NAVASCO
From all directions, by land and by sea, on bicycles. motorbikes, buses, private cars, by yellow-yellow and by helicopters, came NABIA from all walks of life. Yes, we swarmed on the terraces of the four walls of NAVASCO.
We occupied every available space; under trees, inside and outside halls and classrooms, on open parks and in offices. Yes, we dominated and held NAVASCO and its environs, even Navrongo town proper wasn’t spared.
We laid siege for one long and lasting week. We outdid one another with creative designs of imaginative regalia and assorted paraphernalia, NABIA were the envy of the most colourful peacock that nature ever churned out.
The men were marvellous, the ladies immaculate, the colours were blue and white, the place was NAVASCO and the name was NABIA. Yesterday Nabia, the day before yesterday Nabia, a real melting pot of tradition, pomp and pageantry all packaged together and passed down six solid decades of fruitful existence.
We feasted, slayed, danced, and displayed in a way we only know how to do best, with unadulterated pride and unashamed pomposity even to a default. No hands were bare, no smile was suppressed, no laughter was shortened.
From Janania to Gongnia, the chiefs and village folk felt and appreciated our generosity. The Navropio beheld our greatness, the Special Guest of HonoUr was awed by our resolve and unity of purpose, our guests were held spell bound, the birds sang our praises in the sky. Yes we left an indelible mark on the minds of everyone who had eyes to see and ears to ear.
The message was clear, Nabia, indeed, shines globally. Our dancing queens and kings manifested their dexterity; be it reggae, highlife or jama, the earth shook beneath our feet. Our voices became hoarse but were swiftly refreshed with large quantities of all kinds of drinkables.
The clock was held still at our command. Handshakes and hugs were plentiful. The celebrations could go on and on and on, but we reserved the rest for another day. Truly we went, we saw and we conquered. A very mighty AYEKOO to all Nabia. We did all.
For me, the journey from Accra to Navrongo was a Hajj. Since stepping out of Colins McDonald’s (former headmaster’s) office with my results slip in September 1977, November 3, 2021, was the day I finally retraced my steps to NAVASCO and to that office.
By COP (rtd) Charles Tokor, Folio 1580 (1976 year. Group)
Ghana’s First Lady, Lordina Mahama, has made a generous donation to the country’s national female Under-17 and Under-20 teams – Black Maidens and Black Princesses- as they continue preparations for major international assignments.
The donation, made on Friday, May 22, was presented on behalf of the First Lady by the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, at the GFA Technical Centre in Prampram.
The gesture forms part of efforts to motivate and support Ghana’s young female footballers as they prepare to represent the country on the international stage.
The donation included essential food items and toiletries aimed at supporting the welfare and well-being of the players and technical teams.
The donation included cartons of Milo, T-rolls, soft drinks, toiletries, and a range of essential supplies aimed at supporting the welfare of the players, enhancing camp conditions, and easing preparations ahead of their respective assignments.
The Black Maidens are currently engaged in preparations for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers and are set to take on Liberia women’s national under-17 football team in the second-leg encounter in Liberia this weekend.
Meanwhile, the Black Princesses have already secured qualification to the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after overcoming Uganda in the qualifiers, extending Ghana’s remarkable record to eight consecutive appearances at the tournament.
The donation by the First Lady was expected to boost morale within both camps while reinforcing national support for the young female footballers who continue to make the country proud.
The prosecution has officially rested its case in The Republic v Solomon Asamoah & Another, the high-profile legal battle commonly referred to as the “Sky Train” case.
The Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai announced the development, praising the state’s team of hard-working prosecutors for successfully anchoring the state’s evidence before the High Court.
The criminal trial centers on the former Chief Executive Officer and the former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF).
The duo stands accused of illegally authorizing and paying out US$2 million to a foreign company without obtaining board directives or other mandatory statutory approvals.
State investigators have confirmed that the disbursed millions cannot be found.
Following the closure of the prosecution’s case, the accused persons moved the court for an opportunity to file a submission of no case.
The presiding judge granted the application, ordering the defense to submit their arguments by June 8.
The outcome of the June 8 filings will decide the fate of the trial:
With this, if the judge finds the defense’s submission convincing, the accused will be acquitted and discharged however, If the judge dismisses the submission, the court will order the accused officials to take the stand and explain why they should not face prison sentences.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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