As it is now, to push for atheism in Africa is unattractive and a misplaced priority. What we need is shattering the glassy superstitions ensured and insured by religion and its implicit inhibitory mental illusion of holding God accountable in prayer and fasting if the latter even exist at all, to pave the way for … Read more
As it is now, to push for atheism in Africa is unattractive and a misplaced priority. What we need is shattering the glassy superstitions ensured and insured by religion and its implicit inhibitory mental illusion of holding God accountable in prayer and fasting if the latter even exist at all, to pave the way for … Read more
‘….she did not leave my house because my husband would have me go instead….’ I decided to let the cat out of the bag, because I see many married women who are entrusting their responsibilities at home, to their house helps. I married the love of my life and we loved each other dearly. He … Read more
Forget the first 100 days. It’s only been a week and Donald Trump is reinventing the presidency. Amid a torrent of action, disruption and protest, the new President’s moves on trade, immigration and foreign policy have honored his campaign promises — and dramatically reshaped Washington’s role in national and global affairs. Some things are clear … Read more
Nigerian author Buchi Emecheta, whose works included The Joys of Motherhood, Second-Class Citizen and The Bride Price, has died at her home in London at the age of 72. Emecheta’s books were on the national curricula of several African countries. She was known for championing women and girls in her writing, though famously rejected description … Read more
Everyone wants to make their partners’ days a little brighter and happier, but when life and everything else gets in the way, this simple relationship goal can fall by the wayside. But, seriously, don’t let it. “You want to brighten your spouse’s days because you love them, and showing your love not only makes them feel good, … Read more
Nigerian author Buchi Emecheta, whose works included The Joys of Motherhood, Second-Class Citizen and The Bride Price, has died at her home in London at the age of 72. Emecheta’s books were on the national curricula of several African countries. She was known for championing women and girls in her writing, though famously rejected description … Read more
Nigerian author Buchi Emecheta, whose works included The Joys of Motherhood, Second-Class Citizen and The Bride Price, has died at her home in London at the age of 72. Emecheta’s books were on the national curricula of several African countries. She was known for championing women and girls in her writing, though famously rejected description … Read more
No doubt the vetting was the best I have ever seen especially given the composure, preparedness and depth of answers given by the nominee to many questions posed to him by the very astute Minority Chief Whip and Minority Leader. It was rather disappointing that the Chairman of the vetting committee had exercised his autocratic … Read more
BOOK REVIEW: THE OUTDOORING DEDICATION AND NAMING OF AN AFRICAN CHILD: A CEREMONY OF THE GADANGME PEOPLE OF SOUTHEASTERN GHANA – Ganyobi Kpojiemͻ Vol 1 by Ernest H. C. Tetteh (London: Ophelia Vanderpuye On-line Publishing, 2016). Reflections on the Book The primal purpose of this book is to explain three interwoven cultural practices of the … Read more
Are you a sojourner who seeks solitude out of stupor or one who looks for spaceless elements to find a part of their lost selves; or perhaps, does your heart seeks for the beauties of life that fuels the soul? Like Brymo’s “Dem Dey Go”… “Once upon a time; some people come together; agreement between … Read more
A 94-year-old U. S. woman has graduated from college with top marks and is pursuing a master’s degree. Amy Craton from Hawaii was awarded a bachelor’s degree in creative writing and English after attending two and half years of online courses at Southern New Hampshire University. Craton first went to college 54 years ago, but … Read more
While the new cold war is taking its momentum, the world community is gradually forgetting other pressing issues; such as human rights, right to labor, human dignity and respect. Of course, the national and international corporations hereby play a major role when comes to respect and observance of social and labour rights. Even at the … Read more
Ghana’s Vice-President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is the lead official in President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s government with the responsibility to rebuild Ghana’s economy. Prior to the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential election win, Dr. Bawumia drew a 10-point plan for solving Ghana’s youth unemployment problem at a public lecture organized by the Economics Students Association … Read more
One of the national media highlights of year 2016 happened on October 14, 2016, when Dr. Reuben Abati, the former Special Assistant on Media to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, GCFR, inundated the print and electronic media with a write-up tagged, “The Spiritual Side of Aso Rock,”Nigeria’s presidential office/residence. The macabre narrative showed the administration of President … Read more
The meaning of life is living it to the minimum by your actions and decisions – FERDINARD SENYO LAWSON No one can ever live a life of purpose and maximise their potential is if they refuse or do not see the need to develop themselves through learning. To be able to live your life to … Read more
The victory of Donald Trump in the polls is historic and it is a reflection of true democracy in the United States of America. It is on record that the sitting President of the United States of America campaigned vigorously for Secretary Clinton who by every account has more policy experience than Donald Trump. Working … Read more
There has been very interesting developments following the rather disturbing decision by Justice Anthony Oppong’s Land Court which ordered the Government of Ghana (GoG) to resume payment of the balance of GHc 67 million flooded lands compensation suspended on the recommendation of Justice Apau’s Judgment Debt Commission as reported by the Daily Guide of December … Read more
In seven chapters, Ngugi wa Thiong’o touches on a wide-range of issues, from the impact of slavery to colonialism and neocolonialism, from nuclear disarmament to the lopsided distribution of power within the global system, and from indigenous African languages to the future of the continent. This book could be described as a critical appraisal of … Read more
While the new cold war is taking its momentum, the world community is gradually forgetting other pressing issues; such as human rights, right to labor, human dignity and respect. Of course, the national and international corporations hereby play a major role when comes to respect and observance of social and labour rights. Even at the … Read more