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National Chief Imam

Also known as: Dr Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu · Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu

National Chief Imam — Islamic religious leader in Ghana; Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu serves in this role and receives courtesy visits from government officials and national teams.

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The new Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, has paid a courtesy visit to the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, to seek his prayers, guidance and blessings as he assumes office.

    Mahama Ayariga seeks Chief Imam’s prayers, guidance in his new ministerial role
  3. August 2026
  4. Joy Online

    Also present are Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) Mayor Ebi Bright and spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu.

    Duffuor, Ofosu Ampofo, Duncan-Williams, Hassan Ayariga rally behind Mahama Ayariga at vetting
  5. Joy Online

    Spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, has called for restraint, patience and forgiveness among Christians and Muslims as Ghana seeks to contain tensions following a viral incident involving a pastor who was arrested for allegedly making derogatory comm

    Sheikh Aremeyaw urges Christians, Muslims to embrace peace
  6. Joy Online

    The spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, has called on Ghanaians to reflect deeply on the purpose of life, the certainty of death and the importance of leaving behind enduring legacies of service, as the nation marked the first anniversary of the trag

    Our deeds and sacrifices speak after we are gone – Sheikh Aremeyaw at helicopter crash memorial
  7. July 2026
  8. Joy Online

    The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, was the Special Guest of Honour at the commissioning of the Masjid Al-Noor mosque in Tamale, which also includes study rooms.

    Gift to the North: Karaga MP builds 6,000-capacity Mosque in Tamale
  9. June 2026
  10. Speaker Bagbin orders reconsideration of Anti-LGBTQ Bill

    1. Joy Online

      The spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, has warned that any attempt to promote same-sex relations amounts to an attack on the very foundation of society.

      Any attempt to promote same-sex relations threatens society’s foundation – Chief Imam’s Spokesperson
    2. Joy Online

      Spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, has expressed disappointment over the renewed debate surrounding Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

      A national position has already been taken – Sheikh Shaibu questions renewed LGBTQ+ debate
    3. Joy Online

      Spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, has cautioned political actors against turning the controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill into a partisan contest between the governing NDC and the opposition NPP.

      Anti-LGBTQ+ bill: Don’t turn this into a political football – Sheikh Shaibu warns NDC and NPP
  11. May 2026
  12. Daily Guide

    Black Stars Management Committee members with the National Chief Imam The Management Committee of Ghana’s senior national team, the Black Stars, has paid a courtesy visit to the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, to seek spiritual guidance and prayers ahead of the

    Black Stars Seek Chief Imam’s Blessings Ahead Of 2026 World Cup
  13. The Ghanaian Times

    The Management Committee of Ghana’s senior national team, the Black Stars, on Tuesday called on the National Chief Imam, Dr Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, to seek spiritual guidance and prayers ahead of the country’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

    Black Stars Mgt C’ttee calls on Chief Imam
Politics

New Local Government Minister visits Chief Imam for prayers

The News

Mahama Ayariga, the newly appointed Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, paid a courtesy visit to National Chief Imam Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu to seek prayers, guidance and blessings as he assumes office. Ayariga pledged to work closely with traditional authorities, religious leaders and local government institutions to promote development and improve the well-being of Ghanaians.

4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 4 September

  1. New Local Government Minister visits Chief Imam for prayers

    Mahama Ayariga, the newly appointed Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, paid a courtesy visit to National Chief Imam Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu to seek prayers, guidance and blessings as he assumes office. Ayariga pledged to work closely with traditional authorities, religious leaders and local government institutions to promote development and improve the well-being of Ghanaians.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 27 August

  1. Dignitaries support Mahama Ayariga at parliamentary ministerial vetting

    Mahama Ayariga, nominated as Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, faced vetting before Parliament's Appointments Committee. Senior figures including former Finance Minister Duffuor, NDC Chairman Ofosu Ampofo, Archbishop Duncan-Williams and APC flagbearer Hassan Ayariga attended Parliament to show support.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 14 August

  1. Sheikh Aremeyaw calls for peace amid religious tensions

    Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, the National Chief Imam's spokesperson, has urged Christians and Muslims to exercise restraint, patience and forgiveness following a viral incident involving a pastor arrested for allegedly making derogatory comments about Prophet Muhammad. He warned that Ghana must not allow anger over religious provocation to undermine decades of peaceful coexistence between the two faiths.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 6 August

  1. Nation marks first anniversary of military helicopter crash

    Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, called on Ghanaians to reflect on life's purpose and the importance of leaving legacies of service during a National Inter-Faith Memorial Service in Accra marking the first anniversary of a military helicopter crash that killed eight distinguished Ghanaians.

    6 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 6 July

  1. Karaga MP commissions 6,000-capacity mosque in Tamale

    Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, MP for Karaga and former Finance Minister, has built and commissioned Masjid Al-Noor, a 6,000-capacity mosque in Tamale with grounds accommodating an additional 4,000 worshippers. At the commissioning, Dr Adam donated GH¢300,000 for the mosque's operations, and former Vice President Alhaji Dr Mahamudu Bawumia donated GHS200,000.

    6 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Chief Imam's spokesman warns same-sex promotion threatens society

    Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, has warned that promoting same-sex relations attacks society's foundation, and argues Ghana has reached consensus on the anti-LGBTQ+ bill despite renewed debate following President Mahama's and Speaker Bagbin's recent comments suggesting legislative review.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Sheikh Shaibu says Ghana has reached consensus on anti-LGBTQ+ bill

    The National Chief Imam's spokesperson Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu expressed disappointment over renewed debate on Ghana's anti-LGBTQ+ bill, stating that the country had already reached a broad national consensus on the issue through political, religious, and parliamentary engagement.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Sheikh Shaibu warns against politicizing anti-LGBTQ+ bill

    Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, cautioned political parties against turning the anti-LGBTQ+ bill into a partisan contest, saying Ghana has already reached broad national consensus on the matter through extensive debate.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 14 May

  1. Black Stars seek spiritual support from National Chief Imam

    Ghana's Black Stars management committee visited the National Chief Imam to seek prayers and spiritual guidance ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Chief Imam pledged nationwide prayers for the team's success, with Friday Jumu'ah prayers across the country to be dedicated to the Black Stars.

    14 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Black Stars seek spiritual guidance for 2026 World Cup campaign

    Ghana's Black Stars Management Committee visited National Chief Imam Dr Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu to seek spiritual support and prayers ahead of the country's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in North America. The delegation, led by Moses Armah, emphasized the importance of national unity and faith as Ghana prepares to compete at football's biggest stage.

    14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Friday 8 May

  1. Volta REGSEC suspends Ho Central Mosque reopening over security

    The Volta Regional Security Council has suspended the reopening of Ho Central Mosque following a negative security assessment in the Ho Zongo community. The decision was made after consultations with community leaders and stakeholders, with the Regional Minister citing an unfavourable atmosphere and ongoing demands for justice from those injured during previous disturbances.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Chief Imam urges 2026 Hajj pilgrims to uphold discipline and unity

    Ghana's National Chief Imam has congratulated Ghanaian Muslims preparing for the 2026 Hajj, urging them to exemplify discipline, humility, and respect as ambassadors of Ghana and the global Muslim community. He also commended the government's role in facilitating the pilgrimage experience.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 1 May

  1. Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu urges fathers to support mothers

    Spokesperson of the National Chief Imam called on fathers to lead by example on Mother's Day, urging them to guide children in appreciating mothers through prayer, household help, and expressions of gratitude rather than just gifts and messages.

    1 May 2026 · Joy Online

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