Be proud of your roots - Sefwi Wiawso MP urges Ghanaians

The Member of Parliament for Sefwi Wiawso Constituency, Kofi Afful Benteh, has called on Ghanaians to embrace and take pride in their cultural identities, irrespective of their ethnic backgrounds. He firmly believes that one's ethnic background is a significant aspect of an individual's identity and should never be considered a source of shame or embarrassment.

Ghanaians should celebrate their diverse origins, be it Sefwi, Ewe, Asante, Ga, or any other ethnic group, as their varied cultural identities enrich the nation's heritage. Mr. Afful Benteh delivered these sentiments during a cultural and talent tour held at St. Joseph Senior High School in Datano, Sefwi Wiawso Municipality, Western North Region.

The event, organized by musician Andrew Kwarteng, popularly known as Mandem Yopic, aims to educate students about the importance of cultural heritage and inspire them to cherish and safeguard their traditions. The MP urged Ghanaians to uphold, value, and practice their cultural traditions, emphasizing that promoting cultural awareness would fortify communities and preserve identities for future generations.

He also encouraged students to appreciate their roots, recognize the significance of their indigenous languages in defining their people, and learn, speak, and promote their native languages with the same dedication they display when speaking English. Mandem Yopic stressed that understanding one's roots is essential to comprehending personal identity, and urged students to prioritize their education, display discipline on campus, and remain focused on their academic pursuits to secure a brighter future.

This cultural and talent tour is part of efforts to foster cultural awareness among students while motivating them to preserve their heritage, value their indigenous languages, and excel academically.