- Dr. Richardson Commey Fio, Deputy Director of NCC, says culture preservation must involve both government and individuals.
- He urged young people to actively engage with Ghanaian traditions and values.
- Culture, he argued, goes beyond music and dance to embody the nation’s identity and way of life.
- He warned that failure to involve the youth could threaten Ghana’s cultural future.
- The Akwaaba Club was launched in Accra to promote cultural awareness among students.
- Dr. Fio believes such initiatives are vital for grooming cultural ambassadors for future generations.
The Deputy Director of the National Commission on Culture (NCC), Dr. Richardson Commey Fio, has underscored the importance of shared responsibility in preserving Ghana’s cultural identity, warning that it cannot be left to government alone.
Speaking at the launch of the Akwaaba Club in Accra on September 27, 2025, Dr. Fio argued that the survival of Ghana’s culture depends heavily on the involvement of individuals, educators, and especially the younger generation.
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He explained that culture is not limited to the common perception of drumming, dancing, or superstition, but rather encompasses the full expression of Ghanaian life, values, and identity.
According to him, the country risks losing its competitive edge if young people are not encouraged to embrace their cultural roots.
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He maintained that engaging students in cultural education is essential to ensure that traditions and values are not only preserved but also adapted for modern relevance.
Dr. Fio welcomed the establishment of the Akwaaba Club, an initiative designed to bring cultural education directly into schools. He noted that this kind of effort is crucial in raising a new generation of cultural ambassadors who can carry Ghana’s heritage into the future.
The NCC Deputy Director emphasized that safeguarding culture requires passion, collaboration, and deliberate investment in the youth, since they are the custodians of tomorrow’s identity.
