The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has called on Ghanaians to preserve their national identity and uphold cultural values, stressing that no nation can develop by turning its back on its heritage.
He made the passionate appeal when he commissioned a refurbished Awudome Traditional Council building at Anyriawase, the Volta Region on March 3
“No nation has ever developed on earth by despising its culture, heritage and traditions,” he stated.
“Culture is worth more than gold and oil,” he emphasized.
Mr. Bagbin explained that his decision to support the renovation and expansion of the Traditional Council building was driven by his deep conviction that Ghana’s chieftaincy institution must be strengthened to build upon the solid foundations laid by the forebears.
“My resolve to support Togbega and the Council in renovating the Traditional Council building, stemmed from my belief in the need to support the chieftaincy institution to build on the foundation by our forebears,” he noted.
In his opening remarks, Togbega Addai Kwasi Dzani XIII, Paramount Chief of the Awudome Traditional Area, recounted the history of the nearly 70-year-old council building and highlighted the urgent need for its expansion due to population growth and increasing responsibilities.
He expressed gratitude to the Member of Parliament for the area, Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, and Speaker Bagbin for their collaborative support in transforming the aging structure into a modern traditional council complex.
The original building was constructed in 1956 served as an administrative office for the Traditional Council, and also as a traditional court.
As part of the day’s activities, Mr. Bagbin also cut the sod for the construction of an eight-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities for the Anyriawase E.P Basic School.
He emphasized that education remains a cornerstone of national development and urged parents to guide their children wisely in the digital age.
“Do not allow technology to destroy the future of your children,” he appealed. “Help them become better versions of themselves.”
The event brought together chiefs, elders, opinion leaders, and residents, marking a significant milestone in the preservation of tradition and the advancement of education within the Awudome Traditional Area.
The Awudome Traditional Council, established in 1956, was founded under the leadership of Torgbe Addai Kwasi X to serve as the central authority for traditional governance in the area.
Source:Fiilafmonline/3News
