The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB PLC) Ladies Association has climaxed this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the “Pink Ladies Soirée.” The event formed part of the association’s commitment to promoting women’s health and wellness, while creating awareness on the prevention and early detection of breast cancer.

The colourful event, held on 31st October 2025, brought together staff from various departments and branches of the Bank, as well as invited guests. It was also attended by health professionals and breast cancer survivors, including Miriam Abla Anani and Georgina Setorwu Kumah-Dzagah, who shared their stories from diagnosis to treatment and recovery.

Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB PLC), Edward Ato Sarpong, reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to the health and well-being of its employees. He noted that initiatives such as the Pink Ladies Soirée are not only symbolic but essential in building a workplace culture that prioritizes awareness, prevention, and support.

Sarpong stressed that encouraging open conversations about health issues, especially breast cancer, helps break stigmas and promotes early screening and treatment. He commended the ADB Ladies Association for championing women’s health and aligning their efforts with the Bank’s corporate value of being purpose driven.

He also announced a cash donation of Twenty Thousand Ghana Cedis (GHS20,000.00) on behalf of the Bank to the Flames of Hope Foundation in support of breast cancer awareness and management programmes.

“I am optimistic that through consistent awareness and collective action, many more lives can be transformed and hope restored to individuals and families affected by breast cancer,” he said.



Commenting on the Pink Ladies Soirée and the month-long awareness activities, the Deputy Managing Director in charge of Operations, Sylvia Naa Kwakai Nyante, emphasized that the fight against cancer is a shared responsibility requiring the combined effort of individuals, families, institutions, and society.

“Breast cancer awareness, early detection, and support for those affected are not duties reserved for the health sector only. There is a need for active participation from all, and we as a bank recognize the crucial role of education and advocacy in saving lives,” Nyante said.

The President of the ADB Ladies Association, Bridget Lekanong Nuotuo Kaminta, encouraged staff to extend the message of awareness beyond the event by supporting breast cancer initiatives and prioritizing regular health screenings for themselves and their families.

“The fight against breast cancer extends far beyond the month of October. It is a continuous effort that requires compassion and shared responsibility,” she said.

Other activities during the soirée included breast screening exercises conducted by the Trust and Islamic Hospitals.