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Former student receives laptop, cash and books for winning Mfantsipim essay competition
Master Jeffrey Baiden, a former student of Mfantsipim School, Parker House has been presented with his prize of a laptop, cash prize and a collection of books for emerging the overall winner of ‘The House of Mfantsipim’ Essay Competition organised for the students of the School.
The presentation was witnessed by Rev. Ebenezer Aidoo, the Headmaster of Mfantsipim School and executives of the Rex Danquah Legacy Trust, namely Paul Rex Danquah, the President and his two Vices, Daniel Rex Danquah and Magnus Rex Danquah, Junior.
Presenting his prizes, Mr. Paul Rex Danquah congratulated the winner on the depth of his essay, writing style and skills as well as the use of language to paint a vivid picture of the person, whom his dormitory was named after, recounting his character traits, vision, exploits and contributions to the School’s achievements over the years; and entreated the winner, Jeffrey Baiden not to throw away such a gift in Literature, irrespective of which course he pursues at the tertiary level.
He assured the recipient that the Trust would follow his future academic exploits and be ready to offer any assistance towards his academic pursuits.
Receiving his prize at the Tesano Offices of the Rex Danquah Legacy Trust, Master Baiden thanked the institution for its continued interests in the affairs of Mfantsipim School and its students, particularly for the role played by Mr. Magnus Naabe Rex Danquah over the past decades towards the development of the School.
He mentioned stories of the diverse support provided by the father of the Trust’s President in the area of sports and also serving on the School’s Board of Governors.
He stressed on his hope to contribute his own quota to the growth of Mfantsipim School in future and thanked the Trust for defining a future role for all old students to give back to their alma mater.
The Headmaster of Mfantsipim School, Rev. Aidoo also thanked Senior Magnus Naabe Rex Danquah of MOBA 1972 Year Group for his continued support for the School and prayed that his three sons, Paul, Daniel and Junior – all past students of Mfantsipim would continue with the path their father had set for the Trust.
He further prayed for continued collaboration between the Trust and the School through all kinds of support in addition to the organisation of the House of Mfantsipim Essay Competition.
Mr. Kwabena Bomfeh, Junior, a friend of the Trust also presented a copy of Nana Kobina Nketsia V, Omanhen of Essikado Traditional Area’s bestselling book, ‘African culture in governance and development, the Ghana paradigm’ to Master Jeffrey Baiden in appreciation of his feat and exhorted him to continue to keep the Mfantsipim standards, “even as he enters the next phase of his life at the tertiary level.”
The House of Mfantsipim Essay Competition was instituted by Rex Danquah Legacy Trust for Mfantsipim School students to write a not more than 1,200 words about the person in whose name their dormitory in the School is named after.
By Spectator Reporter
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Government, GoldFields,reach agreement on Damang Mine
The Government of Ghana and Goldfields Ghana Limited have reached an amicable agreement on a transitional plan for the Damang Mine.
The operational modalities of the transition involve issuing a new 12-month mining lease to Goldfields’ subsidiary, Abosso Goldfields Limited, pending parliamentary ratification in
May 2025.
Under the new arrangement, Goldfields will resume open-pit mining during the transition period, safeguarding jobs and conducting feasibility studies to establish Damang’s reserves and mine life.
At the same time, the processing of existing stockpiles will continue under the supervision of a joint management team composed of representatives from the Government of Ghana
and Goldfields. The two parties will work in good faith to secure a successful transition and eventual transfer of a viable mine to Ghanaian ownership.
Both parties have agreed to advance discussions in good faith on the renewal of the lease for the Tarkwa mine, due in 2027, and pledged to work together to enhance Ghana’s
potential in the mining sector as a favourable investment destination,
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Ophelia Crossland appointed as new Creative Director of Nineteen57
In an exciting turn for Ghana’s fashion industry, celebrated designer Ophelia Crossland has officially assumed leadership of Nineteen57, the iconic menswear brand founded by her husband, Kofi Okyere-Darko (KOD).
This transition follows KOD’s recent appointment as Director of Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President—a prestigious national role that reflects his continued service to Ghana on a global scale.
With this new chapter in public service, the reins of Nineteen57 have now passed to Ophelia Crossland, who will take on both the day-to-day operations and creative direction of the brand.
Ophelia Crossland, the CEO and founder of her eponymous womenswear label, brings over a decade of experience in luxury fashion.
Known for her keen eye for detail and mastery in haute couture, her leadership is expected to usher in a new era for Nineteen57—one that blends timeless African sophistication with modern sensibilities for the stylish gentleman.
“Nineteen57 has always stood for bold sophistication and African excellence,” said Ophelia Crossland. I’m excited to build on that legacy and explore new creative horizons with the team,” she said.
The transition marks a defining moment for the fashion power couple—Ophelia taking the creative lead in fashion innovation while KOD serves the nation in his new diplomatic role.
Together, they continue to elevate Ghana’s presence across fashion and governance.
