Masahoud Codjoe on Curate Tamale

Fourteenth Edition

Curate Tamale 11th September, 2015.

Experiencing the Northern Region of Ghana through individual stories

Mash

Bio

Masahoud Codjoe is a writer, editor, volunteer and a part time civil servant.

You can email him at: mfcodjoe@gmail.com

He is @mash_233 on Twitter.

Tweets of Curator

Desiba, Good Morning and Amaraba! My name is Masahoud Fuseini Codjoe (Mash), your curator for the week. #CurateTamale

                                      

Tamale is my home now after living in Accra most of my life. And it's true what they say, "home is where the love is" #CurateTamale

I had always dreamt of moving to Tamale permanently and my appointment & posting by CAGD made this a reality in 2013. #CurateTamale

I currently work at the Assembly in Savelugu (20 mins drive from Tamale). Due to its proximity, I commute there daily. #CurateTamale

On my daily trips to Savelugu, I always marvel at the untapped land and vegetation. Massive. #CurateTamale

                                      

PHOTO: The famous Shea Tree locally known as "Tama", from which Tamale derives its name. #CurateTamale

The Shea Tree

The Famous Tamale Stadium. More than just a football stadium, it hosts a number of events yearly. #CurateTamale

The Tamale Stadium

Greetings are a major part of Tamale culture. The 3 main greetings are: Morning - Desiba Afternoon - Antri Evening - Aniwula #CurateTamale

Those greetings are in Dagbani, the most widely spoken language in Tamale. The response to each of them is of course, 'Naa'. #CurateTamale

This is the Administration Block of the famous Ghana Secondary School, President @JDMahama alma mater #CurateTamale 

Ghana Senior High School

As you are well aware, the most popular means of transport is the motorbike. It's almost a basic necessity of life in Tamale. #CurateTamale

I'm back for the next hour. Remember, it's Friday hence Jummah (Friday) Prayers are nigh. Let's explore some more before then. #CurateTamale

Here's a view of the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH). It was covered in detail last week. #CurateTamale 

The Tamale Teaching Hospital

This is the Tamale Area Office Complex under construction. It's a beautiful edifice in the making. #CurateTamale 

The Tamale Area Office

Just heard the Azan (Call to prayer in Islam). That's my cue to head to the Masjid for prayers. Back at 2pm. Jummah Mubarak! #CurateTamale

I'm back for the final lap. Are you ready to meet some amazing people from/residing in Tamale? Of course you are! Let's go. #CurateTamale

I'll start with my best friend (naturally) @RukaYaro CEO of Jamilullah Farms! #CurateTamale 

Ruka Yaro

Ruka is a 2014 Washington Fellow and the former Camfed Alumni (CAMA) President of Sagnarigu District. #CurateTamale

She dreams of owning the biggest farm in Africa. And in my unbiased opinion, @RukaYaro will get there. #CurateTamale

                          

                                     

Next up is Kofi Larbi aka Kola Nut ska @Nuttykola #CurateTamale

                              

@Nuttykola's #ibelieveinreading campaign has led to the donation of thousands of books from across Ghana. #CurateTamale

Kola is also big on volunteering and is always seeking opportunities to do so. He's a member of the Volunteers with Swag group #CurateTamale

Hungry? Fatawu Bicycle is a popular joint in the City where you can treat yourself to some good food #CurateTamale 

                   

To the Tamale Central Hospital: This is the Fistula Centre which serves the Northern, Upper East and Upper West Regions #CurateTamale

The Fistula Centre at the Tamale Central Hospital

Don't leave the city without purchasing a well-woven smock. Remember, Batakari Fridays is here! #CurateTamale 

                     

I'm having so much fun but my time is nearly up. I know you've all fallen in love with Tamale. Right? Right? #CurateTamale

The rains came late this year - they've stayed long too. Currently pouring down. Showers of blessings. #CurateTamale 

                                     

The current craze in town. I call them "yellow yellow" #CurateTamale 

Great means of transport in Tamale

Three minutes past 6pm. This is where I bow out. Hope you've had as much fun as I have. Nawun tim ti beysung min alaafey. Ami! #CurateTamale

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