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Adiza Ibrahim Sadiq, changing the narrative among women in Zango Communities

Gorgeous Adiza Ibrahim

In a typical Zango (Muslim) communi­ty, women proudly settle to become homemakers with men usually the absolute breadwinners of the family and calling all the necessary shots.

However, Adiza Ibrahim Sadiq, an as­tute business executive is set to change the narrative by empowering Zango girls to take up the challenge of venturing into the working space, attain financial freedom and just like men, support their families.

The idea is not to ‘transfer power’ into the hands of women but rather make them resourceful to support their families and community at large.

Adiza Ibrahim, Head of Marketing and Media Relations Manager at Electro­land Ghana Limited founded the Zango Women Livelihood and Empowerment Programme with the aim of providing skills for young girls to gain a source of livelihood and not relegated to the kitchen.

According to her, the financial lib­eration of women would help them do better, improve upon their self-esteem and position themselves to take up leadership roles.

The programme is driven by her Kuburah Diamonds Foundation, which she started in 2017 to give hope to young girls sharing life-changing stories and experiences to guide them to make better choices. She also runs a boutique with 70 percent of proceeds going into her charity works.

It is to change the perception that Muslim women are not supposed to work which she said has demoralised many. She set out to provide opportuni­ties for women to work and excel.

She began with tackling many social issues including gender advocacy, child marriage, irresponsible parenting and teenage pregnancy.

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Following the success of the advoca­cy, she then launched the fully-fledged empowerment programme which had since trained over 300 young girls with soft skills in make-up artistry, soap making, millinery, catering, events and décor for absolutely free of charge for the three years.

Adiza with some Muslim students
Adiza with some Muslim students

“A lot of women come to me for help one way or the other so I thought it would be better to provide them with the necessary skills to earn a decent liv­ing even at the comfort of their homes so they do not neglect their domestic obligations,” she stated.

That began what is gradually becom­ing a success story as many young girls continue to receive training to bridge the gap between the successful Muslim men as against the women.

Setting herself as an example as jug­gles between her corporate work(driven Electroland to greater heights) and so­cial advocacies to empower the teens, adolescents and women especially those from the underprivileged communities, she is optimistic that the Muslim woman could be better when gainfully em­ployed and educated.

Adiza believes that the future is very bright where a young girl would not cry because she can­not afford a sanitary pad, a woman would not give themselves out for sex because they need to survive and a future where young graduates can create their own jobs.

She is also looking forward to a future where Muslim women would go beyond the kitchen and marriage and men would under­stand that women are capable of sup­porting their homes.

“A future where women can have financial power and get away from abu­sive relationships as they can do better on their own,” she stated.

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EDUCATION

Adiza attended Aggrey Memorial Junior High School (JHS) for her basic education before going to the Nsaba Pres­byterian Senior High School. Prior to that, she attained computer literacy at the Genthil Computer System Community 2, Tema in 2003 af­ter completing JHS.

She acquired a degree in Broadcast Journalism at the Afri­can Univer­sity College of Communi­cation (AUCC) in 2011.

Illustrous Adiza has an MBA in Market­ing from the Central Universi­ty and currently studying law (LLB) at the same university while look­ing forward to launch­ing her book, ‘Hey, Diamond! Becoming An International Young Woman’ to add to the academic journals.

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Mrs Sadiq had her National Service with the Ghana Ports and Habours Authority (GHAPOHA) in 2012 after her attachment with TV3 in 2011.

She was a Sales Person at Ghana Business Executive and Brands Manag­er for fashion brand Selina Beb before joining Azadea First Ghana Limited as Manager, Mango and now with Electro­land.

AWARDS

She won the Overall Woman of the Year at the 6th Ghana Outstanding Women Awards 2023

Ghanaian Outstanding Woman of the Year 2023 and Ghana Outstanding Women Network 2023.

She also won an African Women Empowerment Award in 2020 and the Islamic Personality Awards as the Most Influential Female Personality and Ideal Muslima-Becoming in 2023.

Adiza with some awards
Adiza with some awards

FAMILY AND HOBBIES

Beautiful Adiza is married to media personality and politician, Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu and the couple have three children.

Adiza and husband Baba Sadiq
Adiza and husband Baba Sadiq

She loves reading, writing and sharing ideas with people aside singing, laughing and sharing jokes, making her home a happy place at all times.

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By Michael D. Abayateye

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Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation –Pres.Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed concern over the misuse of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for personal financial gain by individuals in leadership positions.

Speaking during a meeting with Chief Executives of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on Thursday, March 13, the President directly attributed the dire state of SOEs to their leadership, accusing chief executives, management teams, and governing boards of prioritising personal enrichment over organisational efficiency.

He pointed to bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures as factors draining public funds while SOEs continue to rely on government bailouts.

“Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation by appointees. The chief executives, management, and boards of these enterprises are responsible for this situation. Some SOEs have become perennial loss-makers, draining public funds with bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures while relying on government bailouts as if entitled to them. Many of these entities are at their lowest point in the entire history of the Fourth Republic,” he said.

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President Mahama further noted that many SOEs have been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and mismanagement, leading to consistent financial losses. He cited the 2023 State Ownership Report by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), which highlighted systemic inefficiencies and wasteful expenditures within these entities.

He therefore reaffirmed his commitment to reforming under-performing SOEs and ensuring they serve national interests.

He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed.

“I will assess you based on your performance. If you do not align with the pace of the reset agenda, you may be asked to step aside. If that adds to the horror movie, so be it,” he added.

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Source: Myjoyonline.com

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Prophet Courage Heavens set to launch ‘Predestination’ book on March 23

Prophet Courage A. Heavens is set to launch the much-awaited book titled ‘Predestination’ on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00PM.

The launch, which is expected to impact lives, will take place at Crossgates Ministries, Flattop, off N1 Highway, opposite Angel Hauz.

The book is aimed at addressing the way people struggle to understand how free will and destiny align.

It is also aimed at providing clarity on God’s sovereignty and one’s place in His divine plan.

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The various chapters of the book address various issues through scriptures and personal stories.

Committed to impacting society, part of the proceeds from the book will go into Courage Heavens Education Legacy (CHEL), an educational foundation transforming lives.

CHEL is dedicated to providing financial support and mentorship to brilliant but needy students, ensuring they have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future.

Prophet Courage Heavens is a prolific writer and previously authored Eli Eli Lama Sabachthani, a powerful book that encourages unwavering faith in times of trials.

In addition, he has written seven more prophetic and life-changing books that are yet to be published.

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He is dedicated to raising the next generation for impactful ministry. As the leader of Crossgates Ministries, he nurtures believers in faith and purpose.

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