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Mahama Joins Chief Imam, Muslims for Eid Prayers; Calls for Unity and Shared National Development

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Mahama Joins Chief Imam, Muslims for Eid Prayers; Calls for Unity and Shared National Development

President John Dramani Mahama on Monday joined the National Chief Imam, Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, and hundreds of Muslims at Black Star Square for Eid ul-Fitr prayers, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Addressing the gathering, President Mahama emphasized that Eid ul-Fitr is not only a time for celebration but also a moment for reflection and renewed commitment to the values of discipline, sacrifice, and compassion cultivated during Ramadan. He urged Ghanaians to uphold these principles in their daily lives to promote unity, tolerance, and mutual respect across the country. The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive national development, stressing that government policies are geared toward ensuring that progress benefits all citizens, regardless of...

Police Assure Public of Tight Security for Eid-ul-Fitr in Accra

The Accra Regional Police Command has assured the public of comprehensive security arrangements ahead of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, aimed at ensuring a peaceful and incident-free festivity across the region. According to the Command, adequate police personnel have been deployed to strategic locations, including mosques, Eid prayer grounds, major roads, markets, transport terminals, and other public places to safeguard lives and property. The police further indicated that special traffic management teams will be on the ground to regulate vehicular movement before, during, and after the prayers. This measure is expected to ease congestion and promote road safety, especially in busy parts of the capital. In addition, patrol teams will intensify visibility policing within ...

Eid ul Fitr: NRSA cautions road users to be vigilant

The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has urged road users to take personal responsibility for their safety and that of others to ensure a safe and incident-free Eid ul-Fitr celebration. In a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency on Saturday, the Authority advised drivers and motorcyclists to avoid overloading, speeding, dangerous driving, and reckless riding. Pedestrians were also encouraged to use designated crossing points, such as zebra crossings and pedestrian footbridges, instead of jaywalking. The NRSA noted that festive seasons were often marked by increased movement and activity on the roads, which heightened the risk of traffic crashes if safety precautions were ignored. It extended warm congratulations to all Muslims in G...