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By Stephen Ojang Rev. Nchotu Moses Shu. Christians of PC Naikom in Menchum Presbytery, have sent forth their Spiritual Shepherd, who doubles as Presbyterial Secretary, Rev. Nchotu Moses Shu, who was transferred to Bui Presbytery, in same capacity. In a Spirit filled Sermon, the Servant of God called on God's children to be steadfast in their transformation, and continue to seek God's face, despite the numerous challenges the are confronted to. Reading from 1John 1:5-2-6, the Man of God called on them to draw closer to God more than ever before. In strict respect of measures put in place to combat the corona virus, COVID-19, the marmot crowd that usually characterise such occasionally was conspicuously absent. Elder Tegha handing farewell speech The Congregational Chairperson of PC Naikom, Elder Tegha Raphael, while wishing farewell to the Man of God, enumerated the giant projects executed during his five years Spiritual Leadership. These projects included inter alia; Provision ...

By Stephen Ojang in Mujang The Programme Officer for Men's Work Department, Rev Azia Samuel, has challenged the newly inaugurated CMF group of PC Mujang at Bu Parish in Menchum presbytery, to be ambassadors of peace and development, by supporting varied works in the area. He made the call May 31, 2020, as he officially inaugurated the New CMF group of PC Mujang. Reading from Acts of the Apostles, in the second chapter, the verses one to twenty one,  (Acts 2:1-21)  the Man of God fed God's children with a soul touching sermon on a Pentecost Sunday, reassuring them that "the Holy Spirit has come to strengthen them." " When you believe and trust in God, the Spirit of the Lord will lead you" he added. The CMF Presbytery President, Ngwa Che Abel, and the Presbytery Secretary, Felefusah Asang Hosea, evaluated the members of the new group before handing them to the Rev. Azia Samuel, for inauguration. The newly inaugurated CMF group, has an attendance of six (6) me...

By Pechuqui Laurata. This year observance which is themed "it is time for action" , recognizes the fact that menstrual periods do not stop for the pandemic. Instead of looking at it as a taboo, curse or shame, let's raise awareness and change negative norms around menstruation, create a world in which everyone is empowered and manage their {girls} periods safely with proper hygiene and confidence. Women and girls are receiving a double blow from the pandemic. They lack water in their communities to wash and now they have to wash their hands frequently. Access to menstrual pads remains limited. Some Young girls can't even afford pads and they turn to use socks and other materials. Some are forced to hawk on the street to take care of their monthly needs which exposes them to gender based violence and the coronavirus itself. Periods will keep running whether the pandemic continues or not. If you are girl who is finding it difficult to use pads every month, use ...

By Stephen Ojang. From the disability inclusive development programme of the Cameroon Baptist Convention CBC, the Wum Council has understood that development needs everyone on board. This is known as inclusive development. The material assistance comprising a tricycle, wheelchair and crutches is part of Decentralized credits. This was handed to them by the Lord Mayor of Wum council, Mr. Dighambong Anthony Mvo in the presence of the Divisional Delegate of social Affairs and the chief of the Wum social center. Away from promoting disability inclusive development, the Council shares 800.000 frs to persons with disabilities, and purchases special didactic materials for GS Wanagwen on a yearly basis.  People with disabilities are present in all societies. Many are hidden or excluded from society; either in their homes or institutions because of Social stigma. They may be barriers-physical, policies, communication, etc, that limit their opportunity to practice in varied activities. Wum C...

By Stephen Ojang in Wum They were 6 in number, some youths who were received and admitted into the CYF group of PC Naikom in Menchum presbytery. The admission ceremony which took place at PC Naikom, Sunday 17th May 2020, was presided over by the Rev Sesse, in the presence of some Zonal and Presbytery executive not leaving out the Christian family of the congregation. In a sermon drawn from James 1:2-8, the servant of God centered his message on the theme, "Turn your trials into triumph." He went further to ask the children of God, to take the bad side of life, and carve out something good from it. Thus, making pepper soup out of the pepper life would give them. He called on all to be born of God and accept Jesus Christ into their lives as their master and saviour adding that, when they are born again they will live a new life. To the CYF members, he challenged them to be steadfast. Christened the Batch of perseverance, these newly admitted members have been called to go out a...

The fight against the Corona virus has always yielded positive impact as it has always been drifted towards education, sensitization and conscientization of the masses to scrupulously stay within the ambit of the preventive measures; Washing of hands with runny water and soap, adequate wearing of face mask, judicious use of hand sanitizers and respecting social distancing. On like other organisations, and associations that think about the general population, the Community Impact for Africa, CIfA, has changed the narrative, by mainstreaming disability, in the fight against COVID-19. CIfA has handed a chart of COVID-19 prevention measures in sign Language, as well as and an adaptive hand washing tool to the Bamenda main market. The CEO of CIfA, Madam Ngwanwi Lidwina Munting, says the motivating factor is to trigger the government and other individuals, to mainstream disability in the fight against the Corona virus. " The raison d'être is to create sensitization on disability inc...

By Stephen Ojang with input from Rose Obah. Over 40 media practitioners in the North-West Region amongst whom Local Language Broadcasters, as well as TV news reporters, have been schooled on the need to amplify the voices of women, by making known their activities, during this period of COVID-19. This was during a one day workshop organized  by the Beacon Light Association. The workshop held at Mondial Hotel in Bamenda Wednesday May 13, 2020. During the said workshop, one of the facilitators, Mrs. Obah Rose Akah, drilled Journalists and Local language broadcasters from different media sectors in the North-West Region on how to Mainstream gender in reporting on Covid19 pandemic. The Media has the power to amplify the voices of women, portray their active roles in the fight against the Coronavirus pandemic, support their participation in public debate, challenge gender stereotypes and hold decision-makers accountable for women rights. Dixit Rose Obah. Following the current global crisis ...