District Governor Nana Yaa Siriboe of Rotary District 9104 has officially chartered the Rotary Club of Accra-MOBA GEYHEY, marking the beginning of a new chapter of service, fellowship, and community impact for the club and its members.
The charter presentation ceremony brought together Rotarians, distinguished guests, alumni of Mfantsipim School and Wesley Girls’ High School, and Rotary leaders to celebrate the successful establishment of the club, which now joins Rotary International’s global network of more than 1.4 million members dedicated to humanitarian service.
Delivering a goodwill message during the ceremony, District Governor Siriboe congratulated the charter members on attaining official Rotary recognition and described the occasion as more than just the formation of a new club.
“This milestone marks not only the official recognition of your club but also the beginning of a meaningful journey of service, fellowship, and positive impact within your community and beyond,” she stated.
She commended members for their commitment to Rotary’s core values of Service Above Self, integrity, goodwill, and peace, noting that the successful formation of the club demonstrates a strong desire to expand Rotary’s reach while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
The District Governor encouraged members to embrace the opportunities ahead with enthusiasm and purpose, urging them to build a vibrant club driven by impactful service projects, strong fellowship, innovation, and a shared vision for sustainable change.
Expressing confidence in the club’s future, she said the Rotary Club of Accra-MOBA GEYHEY has the potential to grow in strength and distinction while leaving a lasting legacy of service and excellence within District 9104 and beyond.
The chartering ceremony also celebrated the remarkable journey that led to the club’s formation. Speaking at the event, New Club Advisor PAG Leninsor A-D Kakrabah-Quarshie recounted how the initiative began when Assistant Governor Nana Afua Kyerewaa Ababio proposed the establishment of a third alumni-based Rotary club.
According to her, the initiative initially attracted more than 200 alumni through a WhatsApp platform and generated significant excitement. However, despite the promising start, participation gradually declined, meetings failed to materialize, and uncertainty threatened the project’s future.
Determined not to let the vision die, a committed group of Rotarians continued working behind the scenes to rebuild momentum. Their efforts eventually paid off, leading to elections in December 2025 and the successful chartering of the club with 26 charter members and 4 newly inducted Rotarians.
Reflecting on the journey, PAG Kakrabah-Quarshie described the achievement as a powerful lesson in resilience and perseverance.
“Tonight is more than a celebration of a new Rotary club. It is proof that resilience pays off, commitment matters, and dreams delayed are not dreams denied,” she said.
The newly chartered club also received recognition from the highest levels of Rotary leadership. In a special congratulatory message, Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo welcomed the Rotary Club of Accra-MOBA GEYHEY into Rotary’s worldwide family of service organizations. He praised the members for embracing Rotary’s ideals and reaffirmed the organization’s vision of people coming together to create lasting change in their communities and across the world.
President Arezzo noted that the club’s formation reflects Rotary’s enduring commitment to the principle of Service Above Self and encouraged members to embrace innovation, collaboration, and creativity as they begin their Rotary journey.
Adding his voice to the celebration, District Governor-Elect Dr. Andrews Jack Dotsey challenged members to view their charter as more than a ceremonial document. According to him, the charter represents a declaration that a group of committed individuals identified a need in society and chose to take collective action. He encouraged members to focus on meaningful service projects, active membership engagement, and community transformation.
The Rotary Club of Accra-MOBA GEYHEY, which draws its membership largely from alumni of Mfantsipim School and Wesley Girls’ High School, enters Rotary with a strong foundation rooted in leadership, excellence, and service.
Receiving the Rotary Charter Certificate on behalf of the newly chartered club, Charter President Rtn. Paa Kwesi Asuamah Thompson expressed profound gratitude to the Rotary leaders, mentors, and members whose unwavering support made the club’s formation possible. He paid special tribute to the Ghana Extension Committee, PP Ben Hagan, IPP Chris Quaynor, PP Nana Aba Sagoe, AG Nana Afua Ababio, PAG Leninsor Kakrabah-Quarshie, and many others who guided the club throughout its journey from concept to charter.
The Charter President noted that the official presentation of the charter certificate marks the beginning of a greater responsibility to serve communities, strengthen fellowship, and uphold Rotary’s values of Service Above Self. He reaffirmed the club’s commitment to making a meaningful impact through sustainable service projects and thanked all members and supporters for believing in the vision. He concluded by wishing continued success for Ghana, Rotary International, Rotary District 9104, and the Rotary Club of Accra-MOBA GEYHEY as it embarks on its mission of service and transformation.
Source By DC Kwame Kwakye
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