Otaakrom: The Women's Wing of the Islamic Mission Secretariat (IMS) has lauded the government's efforts to stem gold smuggling in the country. Hajia Mariam Suleiman-Nketia, the National Secretary of the Wing, gave the commendation, stating that the move would help control the growing illegal mining activities and the consequences on the nation.
According to Ghana News Agency, Hajia Suleiman-Nketia expressed concern over the extensive destruction caused by illegal mining activities, which pollute and destroy water sources and biodiversity. She also urged the government to strengthen institutions in the fight against corruption, highlighting that corruption hampers progressive growth and development.
Hajia Suleiman-Nketia made these remarks at a durbar marking the 27th Annual National Women's Conference of the Wing, held at Otaakrom in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region. The three-day conference, which took place from Thursday, August 28 to Sunday, August 31, 2025, was themed 'The Role of a Muslim Woman in Nation Building Through Commitment' and was attended mainly by Muslim women and girls.
She noted that the Wing recognized and appreciated the government's efforts towards its reset Ghana agenda, describing these efforts as commendable. Rebuilding the nation, she emphasized, is a shared responsibility that requires citizen participation, urging Muslim women to commit themselves to building better homes and a better society.
Hajia Suleiman-Nketia also mentioned that the IMS is committed to offering employable skills training opportunities for Muslim women and girls, while working to improve the education and health sectors. She emphasized that women empowerment remains central to national progress and called on the government to economically empower Muslim women.
