Sankofaonline News Desk : January 20, 2026 The Ghanaian community in Illinois is preparing for a landmark celebration as the newly installed administration led by Efa Ameyaw launches its very first official program, an event designed not only to honor Ghana’s independence but to rally the entire community behind a […]
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Diaspora Ewe Chiefs Misusing Royal Titles: A Call to Action
As a proud Ewe blogger, Freda Yayra Amable was taken aback by a disturbing trend she stumbled upon. Some Ceremonial Ewe chiefs and queens in the diaspora, who showcase their cultural heritage, have begun misusing royal titles. These honorary leaders, who do not occupy traditional stools, have added “His/Her Royal […]
A Test of Law, Tradition, and Identity: The Case of Alhaji Seidu Abagre and the Questions It Raises
By Daniel Nii Okine , Accra Ghana’s chieftaincy institution, ancient, revered, and constitutionally protected, continues to sit at the crossroads of culture, law, and community identity. Few cases illustrate this tension more vividly than the ongoing prosecution of Alhaji Seidu Abagre, the 79‑year‑old retired educationist whose removal from Bawku on […]
Angola Endorses Regal Influence Summit, Confirms High-Level Participation
Angola has thrown its full weight behind the upcoming Regal Influence Summit, signaling strong continental support for the high-profile gathering aimed at shaping leadership, culture, and creative influence across Africa. This endorsement was formally disclosed by King George Tchimpuati, First Secretary at the Angolan Embassy in Accra, during a courtesy […]
NHIA Marks Cervical Cancer Awareness Month with Health Talk in Accra
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has held a Cervical Cancer Awareness Health Talk and Panel Discussion in Accra as part of activities marking Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. The event, organised by the Marketing Team of the Corporate Affairs Directorate, took place on 16 January 2026 at the Ministry of […]







