Ghana Regional Minister Hon. Linda Ocloo clears air concerning the proposed substitution of “Akwaaba” with “Oobakɛ”

Ghana Regional Minister Hon. Linda Ocloo clears air concerning the proposed substitution of “Akwaaba” with “Oobakɛ”

Hon. Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo: “I wish to address the ongoing public discourse concerning the proposed substitution of “Akwaaba” with “Oobakɛ” at the Kotoka International Airport and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. “The Ga people, as the custodians of the land on which our capital city stands, have every right to raise legitimate concerns about the preservation and promotion of their language and cultural identity. As Minister, I remain fully committed to ensuring that our cultural heritage, traditions and linguistic legacy are respected, protected and preserved for generations to come. “At the same time, it must be emphasized that Ghana...