NewzThe National Chief Imam of Ghana, His Eminence Sheikh Dr. Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, has urged young people to stay away from drug abuse and other social vices, stressing that discipline and strong moral values are essential to their personal development and the progress of the nation. The revered Islamic leader made the remarks on Friday, August 7, when the Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, paid a courtesy call on him at the Ghana National Mosque Complex in Accra as part of stakeholder engagements ahead of the upcoming National Youth Conference.
Sharubutu encouraged the NYA to intensify efforts aimed at educating and empowering young people, noting that substance abuse continues to pose a serious threat to the country’s future. He called on the youth to embrace education, hard work and integrity while avoiding drugs and other negative influences that could derail their ambitions. For his part, Mr Ayariga said the visit was to seek the blessings, prayers and support of the National Chief Imam for the successful organisation of the National Youth Conference.
He noted that the conference is intended to bring together young people from diverse backgrounds to discuss issues affecting them and develop practical solutions to advance youth development in Ghana. Mr Ayariga reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to working with religious and traditional leaders to promote positive values, patriotism and responsible citizenship among the country’s youth. The National Chief Imam offered prayers for the success of the conference and for peace, unity and continued progress for Ghana.
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, on Friday, August 7, visited the National Chief Imam to seek his prayers and blessings ahead of the upcoming National Youth Conference. The meeting formed part of a broader engagement with key national stakeholders as the Authority intensifies preparations for the conference, which is expected to serve as a platform for dialogue on youth empowerment, leadership and national development. Mr Ayariga said the guidance and support of respected religious leaders remain critical to fostering a sense of unity and shared responsibility among Ghana’s youth.
The visit forms part of the Authority’s stakeholder engagement efforts aimed at ensuring broad national support for the conference, which is expected to bring together young people, policymakers, development partners, faith-based organisations and other key stakeholders to discuss issues affecting Ghana’s youth. During the meeting, Mr Ayariga outlined the objectives of the conference and underscored the importance of involving religious leaders in shaping conversations around youth development, national unity and responsible citizenship. The National Chief Imam welcomed the initiative and commended the National Youth Authority for engaging traditional and religious leaders in its preparations.
He encouraged the Authority to remain committed to programmes that promote discipline, patriotism and opportunities for young people across the country. The National Chief Imam has thrown his support behind the National Youth Authority’s upcoming National Youth Conference following a courtesy visit by the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Osman Ayariga, on Friday, August 7. The visit was aimed at updating the revered Islamic leader on plans for the conference and seeking his counsel and blessings ahead of the national event.
Summary from source