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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)
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Hohoe Municipality Command, has conducted fire safety inspections and public education at selected fuel filling stations within the municipality.
The exercise, held from July 3, 2026 to July 5, 2025 was led by the Municipal Commander, DO III Bismark Hosu-Porbley.
During the inspection, the team assessed the fire safety preparedness of the facilities. Staff were also educated on fire prevention, emergency response procedures, and the proper use of firefighting equipment.
Management of the affected fuel stations expressed appreciation for the exercise and pledged to comply with the recommended safety measures.
The GNFS said the exercise reaffirms its commitment to continuous fire safety awareness and risk reduction to safeguard lives and property.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Massive celebrations were recorded countrywide as the Black Stars opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto on Wednesday.
Midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored the only goal of the match late in the game as he shot in a decent cross from substitute Brandon Asante.
The win gave Ghana a positive start in the competition, placing them in second position behind England, also with three points but with a superior goal aggregate.
After the final whistle, the streets and other viewing centres were turned into partying grounds as fans, mostly clad in the team’s paraphernalia, danced to several World Cup-themed music.
Others blew the vuvuzelas in joyous mood with others putting up a spirited ‘jama’ session.
