The District Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of Ghana, a branch of Freemasons under the United Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of England and Wales and its Districts and Lodges Overseas, has extended a generous hand of support to the Osu Government Maternity Home.
In a ceremony held at the facility, the fraternity donated two brand new air conditioners and fully renovated the administrative office block of the maternity home — a gesture aimed at improving working conditions for staff and enhancing service delivery for patients.
Leading the delegation was Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, Deputy District Grand Master and immediate past Minister for Transport, who took the opportunity to clarify longstanding misconceptions surrounding Freemasonry in Ghana. He debunked the notion that the fraternity is an occultic group involved in dehumanising practices.
“Freemasonry is a noble brotherhood rooted in charity, service, and the pursuit of moral and social upliftment,” Asiamah stated.
He added: “We are not a secret society with hidden agendas. Rather, we are a socially relatable organization committed to protecting the interest of society and making life better for the vulnerable.”
He encouraged the public to discard the negative narratives often associated with the group and embrace the fraternity as a community of men united in service and compassion.
“Where society shows weakness, we strive to provide strength,” he added, promising continued support to the Osu Government Maternity Home and other critical healthcare institutions.
Facility Manager, Madam Alice Ofoli, expressed profound gratitude to the Masons for their timely intervention. “This donation and renovation will go a long way to improve both staff morale and patient comfort. We are grateful and will ensure that the items are put to good use,” she assured.
Also present at the donation event were Frank Davies, The District Grand Director of Ceremonies and Kojo Taylor-Appiah, The District Grand Secretary all members of the District Grand Lodge.
