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Qubbatu Hadra Islamic School begs for improved facilities
• The only urinal used by the school
Sanitary Conditions at the Qubbatu Hadra Islamic School at Nima in the Ayawaso East Municipality in the Greater Accra Region is somewhat unsatisfactory as the institution begs for improved facilities.
Assistant Head Teacher of the school, Hajia Abiba Abukari, has therefore called on philanthropists and the government to assist the school construct suitable washrooms for the pupils and members of staff.
According to Hajia Abukari, the pupils used public places of convenience anytime they had to attend to nature’s call, which should not be the case.
“They have to pay with their own money whenever they use these public toilets. It is very disheartening, to see these young ones access public washroom,” she said.
Hajia Abukari made this known when the Municipal Chief Executive for Ayawaso East, Hajia Salma Mohammed Sani Kuta, paid a visit last Friday to officially welcome students back to school.
She said teachers and pupils had to utilise one urinal which was quite an inconvenience.
According to her, appeals made to the municipal assembly have not yielded any positive results, hence the reminder.
The Assistant Head Teacher further requested a recreational centre for the pupils, a designated offices for the members of staff, in addition to whiteboards and other teaching and learning materials.
On her part, Hajia Sani Kuta, the Municipal Chief Executive, pledged that the infrastructural challenges of the school would be addressed. She said there were plans to construct Astro Turf for the Nima Cluster of Schools in addition to procuremen
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Sanitary Conditions at the Qubbatu Hadra Islamic School at Nima in the Ayawaso East Municipality in the Greater Accra Region is somewhat unsatisfactory as the institution begs for improved facilities.
Assistant Head Teacher of the school, Hajia Abiba Abukari, has therefore called on philanthropists and the government to assist the school construct suitable washrooms for the pupils and members of staff.
According to Hajia Abukari, the pupils used public places of convenience anytime they had to attend to nature’s call, which should not be the case.
“They have to pay with their own money whenever they use these public toilets. It is very disheartening, to see these young ones access public washroom,” she said.
Hajia Abukari made this known when the Municipal Chief Executive for Ayawaso East, Hajia Salma Mohammed Sani Kuta, paid a visit last Friday to officially welcome students back to school.
She said teachers and pupils had to utilise one urinal which was quite an inconvenience.
According to her, appeals made to the municipal assembly have not yielded any positive results, hence the reminder.
The Assistant Head Teacher further requested a recreational centre for the pupils, a designated offices for the members of staff, in addition to whiteboards and other teaching and learning materials.
On her part, Hajia Sani Kuta, the Municipal Chief Executive, pledged that the infrastructural challenges of the school would be addressed. She said there were plans to construct Astro Turf for the Nima Cluster of Schools in addition to procurement of more furniture for the pupils.
By Yunusah Essandoh
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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.
