Category: Opinion
Read insightful articles to explore diverse views, perspectives, and opinions on issues relating to Muslims and Islam.
The Reflective Mirror of the Ummah’s Reality: Lessons from Hajj for Ghanaian Muslims
Every year, millions of Muslims converge on the holy city of Makkah to fulfil one of the five pillars of Islam—Hajj. Among them are hundreds of Ghanaians, journeying with hope,
Read MoreThe Paradox of Hajj Fare Complaints and the Enduring Debate Over Its Management in Ghana
The debate over Hajj operations in Ghana has taken centre stage once again following the significant reduction in fares by the new government. In 2024, Ghanaian Muslims widely criticised the
Read MoreBefore you talk about Sharia panels in Yoruba land, read this first
From the wise counsel and open letter of His Royal Majesty Oba Omotooyosi Adebayo M. Akinleye to the reactionary and mindless talks of an “agenda” by some individuals, it is
Read MoreNLA Appointment: An Open Letter to Mr. Mohammed Abdul Salam
Assalamu alaikum, dear brother Mohammed Abdul Salam, I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. As a fellow Muslim, I wanted to take a moment to
Read MoreElon Musk’s courtship with the Right: a global danger
THE RECENT abusive outbursts and unguarded inflammatory statements by Elon Musk have earned him criticism from European political leaders. Clearly, some of them, like French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor
Read MoreWhy the proposal to introduce Islamic banking is good for Ghana
This policy proposal is progressive and embraces diversity and wider financial inclusion. It will provide additional sources of funding, deepen the implementation of public-private partnership law, and broaden financial intermediaries
Read MoreStampedes during Hajj: A call for holistic streamlining for Ghanaian pilgrims
Accra: Every year, Ghanaian citizens embark on the sacred journey of Hajj to Mecca in fulfilment of one of the pillars of Islam. Although most of them have been smooth,
Read MoreJustice Amadu Tanko taken out of Context
What many Ghanaians, especially Muslims, expected to be a moment of celebration seems to hit a temporary snag due to misconceptions and the lack of appreciation of critical legal issues
Read MoreDon’t our Zongos have enough Mosques?
I think there is a big issue of misplaced priority amongst Muslims, especially in the Zongos or urban areas. You would see a small community with less than 300 to
Read MoreThe Hijab Struggle: a story of fathers pouring sand into ‘Gari’ of daughters
The least said, an act of fathers raining down on the parade of their daughters. Where from the dagger that thrust down right through the head of every young Ghanaian
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