Also known as: Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu · National Chief Imam Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu · Shaikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu · Shaikh Sharubutu · Sheikh Sharubutu · Sheikh Dr Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu
National Chief Imam of Ghana (Shaikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu) — spiritual leader who issues guidance on Islamic matters and reconciliation, recently calling for peace amid sectarian disputes and national prayers for Black Stars World Cup bid.
… The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, also called on parents and communities to play a stronger role in protecting children from drug abuse, saying the fight must extend beyond conferences into homes and everyday community life. …
… Chairman of the Conference of Regional Chief Imams, Sheikh Abdul Rashid Iddi, and included Regional Imams of Ahlussunna Wal-Jama’a, Regional Imams of the Ghana Muslim Mission, representatives of the Islamic Education Unit, and officials from the Office of the National Chief Imam …
The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, has called on Muslims across Ghana to offer special prayers and spiritual support for the Black Stars as the national team embarks on its qualification campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
The National Chief Imam and Mufti of Ghana, Shaikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has expressed deep satisfaction with the management and outcome of this year’s pilgrimage to Mecca. …
The National Chief Imam, Shaikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has called on factions within the Ahlussunnah Wal Jamaah (ASWAJ) to embrace peace and reconciliation following confusion that erupted during this year’s Eid Al Adha celebrations in Accra. …
National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has expressed discomfort over the recent confusion which rocked the Eid-Ul-Adha congregational prayers of the Ahlussunnah Wal Jamaah (ASWAJ) sect at the forecourt of the State H …
The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has appealed for calm, unity and reconciliation among members of the Ahlussunnah Wal Jamaah (ASWAJ) following disturbances that marred this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebrations in Accra. …
The National Chief Imam, Shaikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has extended a warm message of peace, love, and reconciliation to the Muslim Ummah and the global community ahead of the upcoming Eid-Al-Adha celebrations. …
… Speaking during a courtesy call on the National Chief Imam, the General Secretary of GNADS, Ali Wahab, stressed the urgent need to strengthen driver education and ensure strict compliance with existing road safety laws. …
Ghana's Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has announced a zero-tolerance policy on drug use in schools, directing the Ghana Education Service to impose the strongest possible disciplinary sanctions, including dismissal, on students found possessing or using illicit drugs. He also directed all schools to introduce a daily anti-drug affirmation and stressed that drug abuse is undermining learning and threatening the country's future human resource base.
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Education Minister announces zero-tolerance drug policy in schools with dismissal as sanction, addressing youth substance abuse.
Ghana's Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has announced a zero-tolerance policy on drug use in schools, directing the Ghana Education Service to impose the strongest possible disciplinary sanctions, including dismissal, on students found possessing or using illicit drugs. He also directed all schools to introduce a daily anti-drug affirmation and stressed that drug abuse is undermining learning and threatening the country's future human resource base.
The government plans to recruit 550 Arabic teachers to address a critical shortage in Islamic schools, with 50 teachers by the end of July and 500 permanent teachers through the Ghana Education Service in January 2027. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu made the announcement during a meeting with the Conference of Regional Chief Imams, pledging the government's commitment to strengthening Islamic education nationwide.
The National Chief Imam has urged Muslims across Ghana to offer special prayers and spiritual support for the Black Stars as the national team begins its 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. He prayed for divine guidance, strength, wisdom, and protection for the players, technical team, and management throughout the tournament.
Ghana's National Chief Imam has commended the Ghana Hajj Board and its Chairman for managing a successful pilgrimage to Mecca this year, while cautioning the leadership against self-congratulation and emphasizing that excellence requires continuous improvement.
The National Chief Imam has called for reconciliation among factions within the Ahlussunnah Wal Jamaah (ASWAJ) following a dispute during this year's Eid Al Adha celebrations in Accra, where confusion arose over which Deputy National Imam was authorised to lead the Eid prayer at Parliament's forecourt. The Chief Imam said the disagreement, rooted in leadership legitimacy, constitutional validity and financial accountability, undermined the spirit of the sacred day and risked Ghana's reputation for interfaith harmony.
The National Chief Imam has expressed discomfort over confusion at Eid-Ul-Adha prayers involving the Ahlussunnah Wal Jamaah sect at Parliament's forecourt, where a dispute arose over which Deputy National Imam was authorised to lead the prayer. He called on the factions to seek peace and reconciliation, and advised the sect's members to respect leadership and criticise within bounds of decency and legality.
The National Chief Imam has called for calm and reconciliation following disturbances among members of Ahlussunnah Wal Jamaah during this year's Eid-ul-Adha celebrations in Accra, stemming from disputes over leadership legitimacy, constitutional interpretation, and financial accountability.
Ghana's National Chief Imam, Shaikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has issued a message urging the Muslim Ummah and global community to embrace compromise, mutual sacrifice, and moral uprightness ahead of Eid-Al-Adha on May 27, 2026. He emphasised that spiritual rituals must be accompanied by genuine character transformation and commitment to piety.
Ghana's National Association of Driving Schools is calling for mandatory driver training and stricter enforcement of road safety regulations to reduce road accidents and fatalities. The Association's General Secretary cited human factors as a major cause of crashes and referenced existing laws requiring refresher training during licence renewal and court-ordered remedial training.
Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover has criticised the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, for focusing on social media rather than tackling illegal mining. Glover said the minister must take a more proactive hands-on leadership role to address the scale of destruction caused by galamsey.