A security analyst with the Kofi Annan Peace Keeping Training Center, Dr. Kwesi Aning says Ghana has been a credible terror target and has been on Al-Kaeda’s list since 1995 because of what it has been doing globally as a country.
According to Dr. Aning, Ghana’s contribution of troops to peacekeeping missions globally has become a course for concern to the terror groups who may want to harm the country.
He said “Ghana has been a target since 1995” adding that “Ghana has projected itself over the last 40 or so years as one of the most credible troop contributing countries in this world…
“Although we haven’t directly linked our peacekeeping activities to the potential that may happen in terms of terrorists targeting us, it is now becoming clear that because of what we do internationally and the reputation that we get, even an attack that is not necessarily at us would be perceived as such.”
Dr. Aning was speaking on Joy Fm and said Ghana “is the 8th or 9th most important troops contributing for peacekeeping globally and we have contributed troops to some of the most dangerous places eg. Mali, Lebanon a host of other countries.”
Threats of Ghana being a potential terror target dominated media and public space discussions in last few months has. The President, John Dramani Mahama and the Ghana Police Service have encouraged Ghanaians to be calm although the threats have even taken a spiritual dimension.
Recent attacks in the sub region have raised tensions in what some describe as causing fear and panic. Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Mali, Nigeria have been attacked by some individuals and groups with links to ISIS or Boko Haram.
By Martin Asiedu-Dartey|tv3network.com|Ghana
Twitter: @NewsyMartin
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A plastic surgeon, with a particular expertise in women’s behinds, has devised the definitive guide to bottom shape, which he says helps women choose the right underwear.
‘When you’ve got a round bottom, it’s good to go for a style that doesn’t “cut” your silhouette in two,’ Elise explains. ‘You want support but it’s also good to reveal a bit of your bottom.’
She adds that bigger briefs can be extra-flattering and are good for ‘anchoring’ bigger bottoms.
A-SHAPE
Pear-shaped women are likely to have A-shape bums and, says Dr Schulman, they should go for larger leg holes to accommodate their fuller thighs.
‘You’ll definitely want larger leg holes – and low-waist, hipster knickers will enhance your shape too,’ Elise adds. ‘The idea is to have a hip-revealing shape that will really emphasise the under-bum part.’
HEART
An ‘upside-down heart’ shape is a round, pert derriere with extra volume around the lower part of the hip.
‘If you’re lucky enough to have a heart-shaped bum and a skimpy waist, you could wear almost any knickers,’ Elise explains.
‘Midi-briefs look particularly nice on this body shape as they’re not too high, but they’re narrower at the side, which shows off a shapely bum.
‘Briefs are back on-trend – even in swimwear – as they flatter your narrow waist and make your thighs look longer, which in turn makes you appear taller. They’ll also show off your bum nicely.’
SQUARE
If your hip bone and outer thigh are perfectly in line, then you’ll fall into the square category – and Dr Schulman recommends ‘boy shorts’ as they’re less likely to ride up and give you a wedgie.
‘These are perfect if you’ve got a flat bum, as shorts or boxer-style pants can add a bit more volume,’ Elise explains. ‘It’s also great to pick a pair with a seam running up the middle with a bit of gathering; this will be more flattering visually than a flat piece of fabric as it gives shape.
‘They’ll also sit nice and flat on the body; you won’t have the problem of the leg line rising up.’
V-SHAPE
Women with narrow hips and broad shoulders are most likely to boast a V-shape bum, with the line beween your hips and pelvis angling inward – best enhanced with a classic pair of briefs that cups the bottom of your buttocks, according to Dr Schulman.
‘For this body shape, a slightly higher leg is flattering,’ Elise says. ‘It emphasises the waist nicely and flatters the silhouette.
‘We’re seeing more and more styles like this with lace inserts – gone are the days of giant Bridget Jones knickers! This shape will also makes the legs look longer whilst showing off your curves; it really emphasises the hourglass figure.
Source Mail Online