Accra: The Ghana Muslim Mission Women's Fellowship (GMMWF), Greater Accra, has inaugurated a new executive body to steer the affairs of the Fellowship for the next term. The executives were sworn into office at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Greater Accra Regional Conference of the Fellowship, held on the theme: 'Empowering Muslim Women through Faith, Knowledge and Community Engagement.'
According to Ghana News Agency, Sheikh Ahmed Adjei Adjetey, Regional Imam of the Ghana Muslim Mission (GMM), administered the oath of office and reminded the new executives that their positions represented a sacred trust, 'Amaanah,' which they must discharge with sincerity and dedication. The newly appointed officers include Mrs Yesmin Oblitey as Chairperson, Mrs Mariam Uthman as Vice Chairperson, Mrs Khadija Armah as Secretary, alongside other key roles.
Sheikh Adjetey emphasized that the Fellowship's current status was achieved through the sacrifices and commitment of past leaders. He urged the new executives to build on that foundation through consultation, unity, and teamwork. He also commended the outgoing executives for their service and prayed for Allah's guidance and blessings for both the outgoing and incoming leadership.
Dr Rabiatu Ammah Konney, a member of the Council of Elders of the GMMWF, urged the new executives to remain committed to their responsibilities, highlighting that leadership in the Fellowship is ultimately service to Allah. She encouraged them to carry out their duties well, expecting only the reward and blessings of Allah in return.
Dr Konney appealed to the Fellowship's members to support and cooperate with the new executives to enable them to fulfill their responsibilities effectively. Established in 1967, the Ghana Muslim Mission Women's Fellowship has been involved in Islamic education, women's leadership, Da'wah, and social development, including educational initiatives and leadership development programmes.
Speaking on the conference, Ms Hamdiya Obeng, a member of the Fellowship, said the three-day programme provided participants with practical knowledge and skills to strengthen their families and communities. Training in insurance and financial preparedness, basic life support, and fire safety were among the sessions offered. The conference also featured debate and cooking competitions for young Muslim girls, emphasizing the role of faith, knowledge, and community engagement in empowering Muslim women.