ENA Advocates for Rights of Persons with Albinism at Nabu

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April 30, 2019

By: Tabitha Kugbonu | Voltaonlinegh |

Engage now Africa (ENA), a non-governmental organisation (NGO) which aims to heal, rescue and uplift individuals from poverty in some African countries is advocating for the rights of persons with albinism in border communities including Nabu in the Nkwanta North District of the Oti Region.

Nabu is a small farming community which lies on the Ghana-Togo border with part of the community falling within Togo where it is believed that the existence of a person with albinism prevents rainfall, thus, endangering lives of children born with the condition.

According to the findings of ENA, Nabu which has approximately 3,800 inhabitants with about 85 per cent of the population being Muslims and noted for yam cultivation, refer to persons with albinism as “mbamban” (witches/wizards) who must be avoided to prevent misfortunes.

The NGO got this revelation in an interactive community durbar it organised. According to the sources, persons with albinism at Nabu and surrounding areas faced lots of humiliation, discrimination and stigmatisation.

This informed ENA to organise a durbar to sensitise and educate the community on albinism and had the chief of the community, Nana Biley and his entire household as first participants and later, about 1,000 participants including school children, youth, elderly men and women, teachers, traditional leaders, imams, assembly members as well as opinion leaders at the sensitisation programme.

Participants were exposed to the facts about albinism with some admitting that they feared persons with albinism because of the black spots on their body.

The NGO also took time to boost the confidence level of persons with albinism by teaching them to understand the conditions and care they deserved and encouraged them to stand up for their rights and make an impact by partaking in communal labour and other community related activities.

They were also provided with hats and sunscreen lotions to lessen their condition.

Engage now Africa therefore urged benevolent organisations and individuals to come on board and fight human rights related issues especially the undermining of persons with albinism in the country.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

Nkwanta South MP Urges Ghanaians to Revive Spirit of Communalism

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Mr Kini and Mad Ndebiwa sitting in one of the desks — Hon. Geoffrey Kini (left)

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Member of Parliament (MP) for Nkwanta South Constituency in the Oti Region, Geoffrey Kini has entreated Ghanaians to revive communal spirit to help government in developing the country.

Hon. Kini said although government was putting in much effort towards Ghana’s development, there was the need for citizens to also contribute their quota towards achieving the needed development.

He made this known when he donated roofing sheets and bags of cement to residents of Portribor community towards the construction of a 4-bedroom bungalow for teachers being financed by the youth.

The youth of Portribor community through self-help initiative are constructing the four-bedroom accommodation for teachers posted to the community to improve academic performance in the area.

Youth of Potribor working on the project

On behalf of the assemblyman for the electoral area, David Yatimah expressed gratitude for the support from the MP and assured that the material would be put to good use.

Mr. Yatimah encouraged the youth to speed up work for early completion of the project to enable teachers have a place to stay in the community.

Youth leader in charge of the project, Kofi Konja also thanked the MP and outlined numerous challenges facing the school in the community and appealed to him to come to the aid of the school.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

Shia Residents Demand Facelift for only Second Cycle School

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April 24, 2019

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By: Albert Kuzor | Voltaonlinegh |

Chiefs and people of Shia in the Ho Municipality of the Volta Region have called on the government to provide the needs of the only second cycle institution in the community.

The school, Shia Secondary Technical School (SHISTECH) was built through communal labour as a community day school more than two decades ago and has since not seen any infrastructural development despite being absorbed by government in 2010 and transformed into both day and boarding systems.

SHISTECH with its current population of over five hundred students cannot boast of modern classrooms, teaching staff room, head master’s office, and laboratories for Science and Technical courses among others.

For the infrastructure in the school, a deteriorating ancient 3-unit classroom block converted into dormitory for boys which is congested due to an increase in enrollment, a makeshift kitchen and classrooms which are not friendly for academic excellence.

Paramount Chief of the area, Togbe Dadzawa III, indicated that the school was built by the toils of Shia citizens some years back and needed infrastructural development in the school to continue serving the area and the country at large.

Togbe Dadzawa made this known at a durbar on Monday to climax 2019 Easter Homecoming celebrations of the people held on the theme, “Mobilising Shia Youth for Development”.

The Paramount Chief who expressed gratitude to the current government and the Volta Regional Minister for completing a water project in the community and also for responding to the needs of the community, called for support believing that their (residents) efforts alone could not transform the school into what they dreamt of and so, the need for government to extend its support to the school.

Head teacher of the school, Joy Akpebu narrated the agonies of the school saying, “now our biggest challenge is infrastructure. You can look around; the shade you see there was sponsored by the Shia citizens outside home. Currently, we have 25 hectares of land, fully registered and since government took responsibility of this school in 2010, we cannot single point any infrastructural development in the school.”

“We have 12 classes under trees and now that the current government continues to promise us, our prayer is also that for the first project, we want 18-unit classroom block,” Mr. Akpebu added.

He commended the chiefs and people of Shia for their restless efforts in the life of the School, revealing that the only school vehicle, Mahindra pickup which was involved in an accident and currently undergoing repairs, had a native footing the bill for the repair works.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

Shia Chief Advocates for Communal Labour to Enhance Development

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April 24, 2019

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By: Albert Kuzor | Voltaonlinegh |

The Paramount Chief of Shia Traditional Area in the Volta Region, Togbe Dadzawa III has called on his fellow chiefs and Ghanaians to shun much dependence on the central government for development in their various communities.

He wanted Ghanaian citizens and leaders to sacrifice and be devoted to developmental issues in their towns and villages through reviving the power of communal labour and voluntary works, using his community as an example.

“My father, who was Togbe Dadzawa II ruled this community for over four decades and always called for contributions from the people of Shia to develop the area. During his era, this community fought for roads which are today linking us to our neighbouring communities and to the republic of Togo. The palace, the church and so many developmental projects were initiated under his tenure.”

He added that he was continuing with what his predecessor started for the community since he (the current chief) was installed over thirty years ago.

Togbe Dadzawa who is a retired police officer indicated that the community knowing the values of education, pooled resources together to build a secondary school which was absorbed by government in 2010.

He mentioned that Shia has a clinic which was also started by citizens in the health sector before being taken over by government and till date, his citizens, home and abroad kept supporting the facility in terms of equipment and other petty needs.

The Paramount Chief made these remarks at a durbar on Monday to mark the 2019 Easter celebrations held in the community.

Hundreds of citizens from across the country and other parts of the world partook in this year’s event which was rendered spectacular by a display of traditional dances including borborbor, zipo, and music from brass band for Christian worship among others.

Director of Volta Regional National Disaster Management Organisation, Divine Bosson, a native of Shia spearheaded a tree planting project on Saturday which saw over a hundred seedlings planted on the streets of the community and promised additional seedlings to be planted throughout the town.

Chairman of Shia Youth in Accra, Michael Lagble told Voltaonlinegh that the purpose of the 2019 Easter celebrations was to mobilise the youth and fellow citizens to help in developing Shia.

Shia is an ancient community in the Ho Municipality sharing borders with the Republic of Togo and with majority of its people being Roman Catholics. It has fertile and forested lands which support cocoa farming and other crops.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

Agbeko Thrills Fans as He Retains Title in Clash for Redemption Bout

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By: Ewoenam Kpodo | Voltaonlinegh.com |

Two-time former International Boxing Federation (IBF) world champion and the reigning World Boxing Organisation (WBO) Africa Bantamweight title holder, Joseph “King Kong” Agbeko (35-5, 26KOs) has defended his title against Shabani Hashimu Zuberi of Tanzania to the thrill of fans on Friday night at Aborigines Beach Resort, Keta in the Volta Region.

Agbeko, 39 who received massive support from his home-based fans through loud cheers and war songs with “agbadza” (an Ewe dance) tunes failed to force his opponent, 23 who had fought 18 times, won 15 and lost 3 with five knockouts to his credit, to throw in the towel but fought on to the last round of the bout despite being dealt with heavy punches resulting in cuts and a swollen face.

In the end, the three judges scored the headline bout, 120-107, 120-108 and 120-107 in favour of Joseph Agbeko.

Fmr. Prez Rawlings decorating Agbeko with a belt

The bout, under the Aborigines Promotion and dubbed, “Clash for Redemption” came off from Friday night and ran into the dawn of Saturday.

It featured many fights including the vacant IBF Africa Middleweight belt contest between Togolese boxer, John “Africa Mike Tyson” Koudeha and Victus Kamevor with the Togolese defeating his opponent in a knockout in the third round.

The night also featured National Super Lightweight contest between Ho-based boxer, Anama “Polo Pala” Dotse and Tackie Annan where the hard-fought bout had Polo Pala giving in at the 11^th round.

Also, Emmanuel Martey winner of WBO Africa Super Middleweight belt easily defended his title against his Tanzanian opponent, Ibrahim Maokola in which he stopped Maokola very early into the bout.

The well-attended bout attracted boxing fans from various parts of the country including Accra, Ho, Aflao, Keta and neighbouring Togo as well as officials from Togo and Tanzania and was graced by former President of the Republic, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

Dogboe Returns to Accra after Weeks of Camping in Keta

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April 17, 2019

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Ghanaian boxer Isaac ‘Royal Storm’ Dogboe has returned to Accra after spending the last several weeks training and camping in the Volta Region for his title defence and rematch against Emmanuel Navarrete on May 11 in Arizona, USA.

The former World Champion moved camp to the serene part of the country in order to keep a laser sharp focus for the task ahead and now he feels ready that he can reclaim his title which he lost last December.

Isaac and the entire Team Dogboe will hold a final press conference at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel in Accra, on April 20 before emplaning to the United States where he will put finishing touches to this training and preparations before the big fight which comes off at the Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona, USA.

The final presser is to formally inform Ghanaians about his preparedness and readiness for his bout and assure his fans that he is in good condition to right the wrongs of his last fight.

Dogboe is fully aware that he needs to reclaim his world title if he has any chance of becoming the pay per view champion that he has been craving for since becoming a professional almost seven years ago.

In a recent interview, Isaac Dogboe hinted that he plans on moving up in weight if he is able to reclaim his title from Navarrete next month.

Dogboe, also known in boxing circles as the Royal Storm, stated that he would prefer unifying the super bantamweight division after reclaiming the title, then move up to the featherweight class to challenge any of the world champions.

The 24-year-old Ghanaian admitted to struggling to make the required 122 pounds in his last fight with Navarrete four months ago at the Madison Square Garden in New York where he lost his title via a unanimous decision.

Source: www.thefinderonline.com

Chief Commits to Health of the Aged, Enrolls 100 onto NHIS

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By: Oscar Akaba | Voltaonlinegh.com |

Nkorsuahene of Akwamu Traditional Council in the Eastern Region, Nana Offei Asamani I has demonstrated his commitment to support the healthcare needs of the vulnerable by registering over 100 aged persons unto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) at Salo in the Anloga District of the Volta Region.

Nana Asamani also known as Torgbui Agbelorm in an interview with the reporter said he needed to make that effort to enroll the aged onto the scheme to ensure they could easily have access to medical attention to stay healthy.

The head of Adzorvia clan in Salo said there was the need for a healthy nation and to him, good health of the aged ones was his priority because they (the aged) needed more medical attention to enable them stay healthy to impact the several years of knowledge and experience they acquired into the upcoming generation.

He cited an example of aged homes elsewhere where such older people were kept and well taken care of so as to serve as a resource base in terms of knowledge and experience to the community.

Torgbui Agbelorm therefore pledged to build a recreational centre for the aged in the community where they could from time to time, meet and deliberate on issues and also be easily accessed by the young ones who might come to seek their (the aged) counsel on various subjects.

The beneficiaries thanked their benefactor who hails from Salo (paternal) and Akwamufie (maternal) for his kind gesture and prayed for God’s blessing on his life to be able to redeem his pledge for the good of Salo community.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

Nkwanta South Assembly Gets Tough on Communal Labour Defaulters

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By: Benjamin Owusu | Voltaonlinegh |

The Nkwanta South Municipal Assembly in the Oti Region has instituted punitive measures against residents who evade communal labor.

The punishment, according to the Municipal Development Planning Officer, Issac Agyapong would force inhabitants to show commitment whenever sanitation exercise was organised within the municipality.

He told Voltaonlinegh News in an interview that the sanitation exercise was part of the assembly and the government’s efforts to improve on environmental sanitation and eradicate filth in the country at large.

Over 26 shop owners and food sellers were invited to appear before the assembly committee on sanitation for failing to participate in a clean-up exercise organised by the assembly on Saturday at Nkwanta.

Deputy Sanitation Officer in the municipality, Patrick Gbafa said adequate publicity was given about the event but some recalcitrant shop owners and food sellers were seen operating their businesses and refused to participate in the exercise.

Mr. Gbafa said such people were therefore served with notice of offence by the assembly to explain why they absented themselves from the exercise and possibly arraigned before court.

Municipal Chief Executive for Nkwanta South, John Thasun urged the people in the municipality to take part in communal activities to rid the area of filth and noted defaulters would be punished.

Meanwhile, Assembly member for Nkwanta East Electoral Area, Robert Avedzi-Da, entreated his colleague assembly members to ensure strict enforcement of the sanitation bye-law in the municipality.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

3rd Edition of Women in PR Ghana Summit Comes off on July 6

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Women in PR Ghana, a professional networking platform for women in Public Relations (PR), Communications, and media fraternity will hold its annual summit at Tomreik Hotel in Accra on July 6, 2019.

The annual summit which brings together practitioners, industry persons and students, has become one of the flagship events of the year for senior women in PR and Communications who desire to impart knowledge through their experiences and journey (mid-level) to young professionals desirous of gaining more knowledge on how to climb up the corporate ladder in their organisations and as well, PR students who are seeking for guidance in making career choices while in school and beyond.

The 2019 summit themed, “Collaborate, Inspire, Lead” seeks to encourage and motivate PR professionals to pool their intellectual resources together, share ideas and lead for change in their various organisations.

Topics to be delivered and discussed will include: The next generation of PR Women, Fostering strategic collaboration in the digital era, Putting entrepreneurship into PR, The Relevance of social media and organisational context in PR management and Applying emotional intelligence to leadership.

The summit is expected to have breakout sessions that will give participants the opportunity to acquire more relevant and practical approach to improve on their professional skills.

Founder of Women in PR Ghana, Ms. Faith Senam Ocloo remarked “we have set out to make women in PR Ghana an important avenue for learning, networking, mentoring and sharing.”

“This year’s event will be an exceptional one which will push for PR women to excel at their respective workplaces and bring value to the profession and their organisations. Aside the intellectual presentations, we will also have more up-close with experts in specific areas of interest,” she added.

Women in PR Ghana has since its inception in 2017 been creating infinite learning and networking support and opportunities for women in the profession by connecting them to resourceful personalities and creating an avenue for improved and continuous self-development.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com

QwameGaby Storms Volta on a Thank You Tour with Latest Banger Aseda

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By: Ewoenam Kpodo | Voltaonlinegh.com |

QwameGaby, Winner of Gospel Song of the Year category at the second edition of Volta Music Awards, helloadipa Volta Music Awards 2019 has been touring parts of the Volta Region including the capital, Ho to appreciate his fans for their recognition and support.

The gospel artiste who beat off stiff competition to emerge winner at the Awards with one of his finest hits, Fre No (Call upon Him), has come out with yet another banger, Aseda (Thanksgiving) to show appreciation to God in heavens for his success.

Watch the video: QwameGaby – ASEDA “Thanksgiving” – (Official Music Video …www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbzzFtT5aXg

The video track, Fre No, (a beautiful blend of Twi and Ewe languages) which earned QwameGaby five nominations, Gospel Artiste of the Year, Best Male Vocalist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Gospel Song of the Year and Best Music Video of the Year, expresses the importance of calling God Almighty in all situations and trusting Him to make all things beautiful at the end.

Speaking in an interview with Voltaonlinegh, QwameGaby, born Gabriel Kwame in Accra with lineage from Aflao (paternal) and Peki Dzake (maternal) expressed his profound gratitude to his fans for voting for him.

He touched on the importance of his newest video, Aseda saying, it was important to show appreciation to God for his blessings and added that it was through appreciation that God could show Himself even bigger to him.

The award-winning gospel singer who was in a thankful mood all through the interview, noted that his success would not have been possible without the help and contribution of others including his friends, church members, production team, producer, and publicist Jonilar and of course, his fans who used their resources to vote for him.

He hinted of devoting the entire year to showing gratitude to God for His goodness and implored everyone to trust God with their problems and most importantly, give Him thanks in everything. He also urged all to get copies of the impactful videos, Fre No and Aseda.

On promoting Volta music, QwameGaby said his “focus is pushing music globally and identifying great gifts from the region” and mentioned that he would be performing at various events in the region including the upcoming Easter event at Aborigines Beach Resort, Keta and urged all his fans and lovers of gospel music to show up for divine impartation.

QwameGaby who is also a gifted motivational speaker expressed his readiness to honour invitations from churches, and other programmes to impact people especially the youth with his blessings.

The Chartered Marketer who left his job at telecommunications company, Tigo in 2015 to pursue music full time, has other hit songs to his credit including Wonderful God which featured celebrated gospel singer, Cwesi Oteng and Ogya featuring Hiplife musician, D-Black.

Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com