The Wife of Ndan Yaa Naa, Her Majesty Kazia Salifu Asana, has undertaken a commendable initiative by refurbishing the age-long deteriorated Yendi Municipal Fire Service Station. With no major renovations for nearly four decades since its establishment, the station was in dire need of attention and revitalization. Prior to this intervention, the fire station had…
The Overlord of Dagbon, Ya Naa Abukari Mahama II, is optimistic about the significant transformation that the Northern Region of Ghana is poised to experience with the upcoming oil and gas exploration in the Voltaian Basin. The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) is making progress towards drilling an exploration well in the basin next year,…
Dagbon, a region in Northern Ghana, is currently facing an existential threat – climate change. The adverse effects of climate change, particularly the changing rainfall patterns, are already being felt in the region. In 2007, the Savannah Agricultural Research Institute (SARI) in Nyankpala issued a report highlighting the danger of climate change. Dr. Abdulai Salifu,…
Introduction to Dagbani Language Dagbani Language, also known as Dagbanli, belongs to the Gur language family and is spoken in Ghana and Northern Togo. The estimated number of native speakers is over 3,000,000. In the Dagbon Kingdom, which encompasses the northeastern part of Ghana, Dagbani is a mandatory subject in primary and junior high schools….
Pagba Saha Foundation, in collaboration with the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (Masloc), recently organized a Menstrual Hygiene Talk & Debate Competition at Yendi Senior High School (YESS) among ten basic schools in the district. The event aimed to mark Menstrual Hygiene Day and raise awareness about the importance of menstrual hygiene. Moliyili: Exploring the…
In an impassioned effort to combat the escalating issue of drug peddling and substance abuse, Aboabo youth and the youth of Poloya Fong in the Tamale Metropolis embarked on a resolute campaign within the Aboabo Forest Reserve. Their mission: to eradicate drug peddlers and weed smokers from the forest, aiming to create a drug-free community…
In a groundbreaking development, the Northern Regional Education Directorate welcomed Hajia Katumi Natogmah Attah (Mrs.) as its new Regional Director of Education. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone for the region as it embraces gender equality and diversity in educational leadership. Moliyili: Exploring the Golden Era Of Dagbon Kingdom: The Impact of Moliyili Scholars…
Napaga Kaziya Asana Salifu, the wife of Ya-Na Gariba II, the esteemed Overlord of Dagbon, continues to demonstrate her dedication to community welfare and development through her foundation. Her recent endeavors include the construction of a fire crew office for the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) at Yendi in the Northern Region, along with a…
In a recent meeting with representatives from the World Bank and CW Engineering Ghana, Concerned Citizens for Yendi – CCY successfully raised concerns regarding labour abuses and substandard work on the Yendi-Tamale road project. Following the engagement, significant changes have been initiated to address the issues and improve the construction process. Dagbani Names: 200+ Beautiful…
DirectAid Ghana, in partnership with the esteemed philanthropist Kintampo Dagomba Chief Naa Zakari Musah Baki (V), is set to make a significant impact on the communities of Kintampo and its surroundings. The collaborative effort has already yielded nine functional boreholes in 2023 alone, with plans for an additional nine, promising improved access to clean water….
