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Dagbon Malzali Naa unveils scholarship fund: Supports Dagbani Language graduates with cash donation
Dagbon Malzali Naa, Prof Habib Chester Iddrisu with support from his wife, Napaɣa Jessica, has rewarded 11 Ghanaian language graduates from Dagbon with cash donations in recognition of their efforts after successful completion of 4-year degree studies in Dagbani Language at the University of Winneba, Ajumako Campus in the Central Region.
Dagbon Malzali Naa’s gesture forms part of broader efforts in encouraging the learning of mother tongue especially Dagbani Language among students at every stage of education, promoting the Dagbon culture to the rest of the world through the Dagbani language.
Unveiling the Annual Scholarship and Excellence Awards at his residence in Tamale, on Saturday 13th December 2025, the committee of Malzali Naa scholarship scheme presented 1,000 Ghana Cedis each to the beneficiaries as motivation for their thoughtfulness to read Dagbani Language as course studies at first Degree.
The scholarship package by Dagbon Malzali Naa aims to support students acquire knowledge in the Dagbani Language, removing the financial financial barrier hindering a lot of students from pursuing their dream for a greater replica effect in the Dagbon society vis-a-vis imparting the knowledge to the younger generation.
As announced by the scholarship committee, two students will benefit from the scholarship opportunity every year, hitting effect this year, covering school fees and upkeep of the selected beneficiaries for the 4-year period.
The ceremony was graced by a lot of dignitaries especially chiefs from the traditional authority of Yendi and Tamale. The awards presentation was supervised by ZALINKO LANA ABUKARI AMADU on behalf of the Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Dr. Abukari II who gave his blessings for the scholarship project.
Also present were Dagbani Teachers from Tertiary Institutions, Students, School Mates of Dagbon Malzali Naa, Opinion Leaders, among other people.
Speakers at the event urged students in Dagbon to harbor the spirit of learning the mother tongue, highlighting the opportunities that exist in the job environment beyond just the classroom.They also emphasized the need to learn the Dagbani Language and use it as medium of teaching at the basic level of education especially in the Northern Region.
Dagbon Malzali Naa’s Scholarship Fund aims to create educational opportunities for students in Dagbon especially the vulnerable ones by funding their education so as to stimulate the interest of students to pursue studies in the Dagbani Language for its preservation against extinction for the benefit of the unborn generation, and promotion of the Dagbon Culture.
Story by: Inusah Dondaliya
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Published: July 21, 2026
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Coach Nassam joins Sankara Nationals after successful spells with both the men’s and women’s teams of FC Samartex, as well as Steadfast FC. His experience across different levels of Ghanaian football is expected to provide the technical leadership needed as the club prepares for another competitive Division One League season.
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