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GCB Opens Hajj Account to Save the Lives of Prospective Pilgrims

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Published : 19 September 2025

Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB Bank) has launched its Hajj Account in Tamale following the initial launch of the same initiative in Accra on 5 September 2025, with aim of helping Muslims embark on the Holy Journey to Mecca with ease, eliminating the financial barriers.

The Hajj Account launched by GCB, is a specialized savings account designed to meet financial needs of Muslims who plan to travel for the annual Holy pilgrimage.
 
This innovative idea introduced by the Bank, is further tailored to provide convenience and security for prospective pilgrims, enabling them to save funds over time into the dedicated account, as financial preparations towards the journey.

In his opening remarks Mr Sennah Kamagate, Head of Retail Marketing of GCB, said the bank initiated this idea to liberate Muslim ummah from the financial struggle, frustration, and harrowing experience pilgrims go through often caused by some Hajj Agents, who fail to deliver on their mandate promised the pilgrims in providing them the essential services as required by the pilgrimage.

Meanwhile, he also urged depositors who started doing business with the bank through the Hajj account to serve as ambassadors for the glorious initiative in support for every Muslim to carry out his/her Hajj mandate.

In a key note address by chief of Hausa Zongo and founder of Ahlu Bayt Shia Community in Northern Region, Sheehu Abdul Mumin Dalhu, also highlighted the innovative initiative taken by GCB to empower Muslims to plan adequately towards performance of Hajj, entreating every Muslim to open an account with GCB to enable them fulfil one of the key pillars in Islam, which is Hajj.

Sheikh Husein Afa Jarijaa, a member of the Ambariya Sunni community, also cautioned the leadership of the GCB to adhere to due process and consider the laws and teachings of Islam while executing their mandate, admonishing them to prohibit the act of profit mindedness in order not to defeat the true purpose of opening the Hajj account.

On his part, Head of Sales and Distributions of GCB, Alhaji Gomda, outlined the benefits associated with owning GCB Hajj account, explaining that the Bank guarantees financial security, ensuring funds are safe to facilitate the process of Hajj for prospective pilgrims.

Alhaj Gomda also stressed that GCB Hajj Account provides a disciplined and structured savings plan with flexible deposit options starting from as little as GHS50.00.Therefore, appeals to customers of the Bank especially the Muslims to grab the opportunity.

The program courted the presence of prominent Islamic Scholars in the Northern Region, Regional chief Imam, Alhaji Abdul Salam Ahmed, Sheikh Hussein Jarijaa, Member of Ambariya Sunni Community, Sheehu Abdul Mumin, Leader of Shia Sunni Community, and Leadership of GCB Bank, among others.

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Sheihu Dalhu Celebrates UDS, Presents Giant Trophy to the Team

Leader of Ahlul Bayt and Shia Community in Northern Region, Sheihu Abdul Mumin Dalhu has presented a giant glittering trophy to UDS Football Team in honor of their glory at the World Universities Game in Dalian, China.

While the players were sharing their reflections of their remarkable success on Sagani TV’s ‘GAME DAY’ Sports Program in Saturday, 11th October, 2025, the Prominent Islamic Cleric, took everyone by surprise including the producers and host of the program, joining the playing body LIVE in the studio to celebrate their feat and presented them with the trophy as surprise package for their performance.

He also presented a Wrist watch to the Head of the Technical team, Coach Shaibu Tanko as appreciation for guiding the side to chalk such a success.

The gesture by Sheihu Dalhu demonstrates joy the University has brought to the people of the North through sports, representing pride and recognizing the need to reward hard work.

Before the presentation, Sheihu Dalhu lauded players for their bravery and fighting spirits, exalting their patriotism which served as catalyst to their deserved triumph, emphasizing that they should continue to exudes patriotism in every endeavor as it is a pillar for success in life.

The revered Islamic Scholar also re-echoed the voices of some advocates that the University for Development Studies deserves to have its own stadium to further harness talents for the nation.

On behalf of the team, the captain of the side, Mohammed Asigri thanked the Zongo Chief in Tamale for the enormous gesture done them.

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2025 Best Graduating Law Student is the Daughter of A.B.A Fuseini

Latifa Teiya Fuseini was emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student of the Ghana School, the Class of 2025.

Among the 824 Lawyers who have been called to the Bar today at the ceremony held in Accra Conference center, Latifa Teiya Fuseini rose above all to become best graduating student through excellence academic work, due diligence and meticulousness.

She received John Mensah Sarbah memorial prize, the highest honor for the best graduating student, becoming the third student from KNUST to win the award in a row.

Going viral following her emergence with flying colors as the Overall best learner of the Law during the graduation, many have been itching to know her background and the stuff she made of to wet their appetite.

In a quest to satisfying the demand of the curious minds on the subject matter, Ghananewsnet.com has delved deeper into ascertaining the personality of Latifa Teiya Fuseini.

With authority and certainty, Ghananewsnet.com can Divulge that she comes from the home of knowledge, wisdom and Proverbs as she is a daughter to A.B.A Fuseini, a Ghanaian seasoned Politician and Former MP for Sagnarigu Constituency, known for his proverbial pronouncement and prowess in every context especially on his public commentary.

Born in Accra, she is the second child amongst four siblings sharing Biological ties with Hon. A.B.A Fuseini. Latifa Teiya is believed to be in her mid 20s now.

Before joining the Ghana School of Law to pursue her law studies, she acquired her LLB from KNUST.

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George Afriyie backs Black Stars to seek redemption against Comoros.

Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), George Afriyie, believes the Black Stars’ technical team will be highly motivated to settle old scores when Ghana faces Comoros in the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

The crucial encounter is set for Sunday, October 12, at the Accra Sports Stadium, where Ghana will aim to cap off their qualification campaign on a high note.

Speaking in an interview with Asempa FM, Afriyie voiced his confidence in the team’s determination to make amends.

“I am 100% sure that the technical team will go for revenge against Comoros,” he stated.

Afriyie also highlighted the steady improvement of the national side under coach Otto Addo, commending the team’s progress over recent matches.

“I have seen improvement in the Black Stars,” he added.

Ghana currently sits top of Group I with 22 points, needing just a positive result to seal their place at the 2026 World Cup. The much-anticipated clash will kick off at 19:00 GMT at the Accra Sports Stadium.

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