The Ghana School of Law (GSL) Muslim Students’ Association has successfully hosted its 2025 Grand Iftar, bringing together students, faculty, and guests for an evening of reflection, unity, and celebration of Ramadan’s sacred traditions.
The event, which took place on Friday March 28, served as an opportunity for the GSL community to break their fast together while fostering spiritual growth and camaraderie.
Attendees enjoyed a variety of traditional dishes as they broke their fast after a day of spiritual discipline and devotion.
The event was held on the theme “Reflections on the Ideals of Ramadan: Lessons for a Nation in Search of Development.”
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Justice Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong, Director of GSL and Justice of the Court of Appeal called for peaceful coexistence among people of all religious backgrounds.
Emphasising the importance of harmony, he highlighted the shared belief in a single Creator and the common values that unite humanity.
“Let’s live in peace with one another. At the end of the day, we have only one God. At the end of the day, we are all accountable to one God, the same God,” Justice Oppong stated, urging individuals to focus on their commonalities rather than differences.
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Dr Ernest Owusu-Dapaa, Justice of the Court of Appeal, emphasised the importance of balancing forgiveness with accountability in fostering a just and united society.
He addressed concerns about increasing polarisation in Ghanaian society and called for a distinction between forgiveness and impunity, asserting that the former should not promote a culture of lawlessness.
He also called on law students to embrace their duty to positively impact society.
He further emphasised the importance of justice being grounded in compassion, truth, and reconciliation.
Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) called for the inclusion of Islamic Jurisprudence tutoring at the GSL.
His advocacy highlights the importance of broadening the curriculum to reflect the diverse legal traditions and principles that shape Ghanaian society.
Abdul-Hamid emphasised that Islamic Jurisprudence offers valuable insights into justice, equity, and governance, which can enrich the understanding of law students and equip them to address complex legal issues in a multicultural context.
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