By Alex Ababio and David Amoateng
In a stirring homage , Mr. Michael Amofa, CEO of Latus Home , has hailed Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a symbol of peace, unity, and advancement in Ghana.
Addressing Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s impartial role in Ghanaian politics, Mr. Amofa stressed the vital importance of nurturing social cohesion and democratic governance.
He specifically commended the monarch’s efforts in uniting the people of the Ashanti region and Ghana as a whole.
Mr. Michael Amofa made these statements during an interview with the Ghanaian Watch in Kumasi, following his homage to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II during the ruler’s 25th-anniversary celebrations coinciding with Akwasidae at Manhyia in Kumasi.
Dignitaries from various nations, including Cote D’Ivoire, Nigeria, Togo, South Africa, Niger, Morocco, and Trinidad and Tobago, graced the occasion, highlighting its international significance.
The celebration of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s 25th Anniversary showcased Asante culture, with attendees adorned in a vibrant array of Asante Kente attire, adding splendor to the event.
Underscoring Otumfuo’s pivotal role in Ghana’s socioeconomic landscape, Mr. Michael Amofa emphasized the monarch’s contributions to national development.
“God has bestowed upon him knowledge and wisdom. Consider his transformative initiatives such as the Educational Fund and his efforts towards peace, particularly his support for vulnerable communities in the Ashanti region and Ghana at large.”
Notably, Mr. Michael Amofa, a staunch supporter of the Otumfuo Education Fund, provided mobile toilet facilities at strategic locations around the Akwasidae Durbar grounds to accommodate visitors, aiming to enhance the commemoration of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s 25th Anniversary.
“My wife, along with the entire management of Latus Home, and I felt compelled to contribute to the success of this significant celebration by distributing these mobile toilets and placing digital banners across Kumasi to promote the event.”
Additionally, they committed to regular contributions to the Otumfuo Education Fund, aimed at assisting deserving yet underprivileged students in the Ashanti region and beyond.
” We have also committed ourselves to making regular contributions to the Otumfuo Education fund,aiming to support brilliant yet needy students in the Ashanti region and across Ghana”
Mr. Michael Amofa encouraged Ghanaians, particularly the youth, to embrace their cultural heritage, stressing the importance of integrating Ghanaian values, especially those of Ashanti culture, into their lives.
Mr Michael Amofa emphasized that such cultural embrace could stimulate the establishment of indigenous businesses, ultimately bolstering Ghana’s Gross Domestic products and fostering socioeconomic development.
He advised the youth to prioritize humility and the fear of God, emphasizing that prosperity follows those who humble themselves.
“I advise the youth to first allow God to lead them and to instill the word of God and the fear of God in their lives. If you don’t humble yourself from a young age, God will not uplift you and bless you with prosperity,” he advised.”
Furthermore, he urged them to strive for entrepreneurial endeavors, no matter how small, and to uphold respect for the elderly.
“I will encourage them to work harder to establish even a small business that can sustain them, and to develop an attitude of treating elderly people with respect and dignity.”
In a plea to preserve Ghanaian heritage, Mr. Michael Amofa urged Ghanaians, especially the youth, to uphold their traditions and resist the encroachment of foreign cultures.
“I will further advise the youth to incorporate their culture into their lives and not allow foreign culture to dictate every aspect of their lives. It’s unfortunate that the youth have largely adopted and integrated foreign culture into our Akan territory and Ghana as a whole. This does not reflect the original culture and values passed down to us by our forefathers.”, he lamented
Mr. Michael Amofa urged Ghanaians living abroad to instill Ashanti and Akan culture in their children, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with their roots to prevent cultural detachment.
“They should allow their children to come back home and learn our culture and the wisdom passed down by our forefathers. This is crucial because many have lost their identity and cultural heritage. Some Ghanaians don’t even know their own clan. Even if you ask some Ghanaians about their clan, they wouldn’t be able to give you the correct answer. There are Ghanaians living abroad who don’t even know their hometown in Ghana,” he emphasized.
Meanwhile, as Akwasidae coincided with Mother’s Day, Mrs. Angela Amofa, affectionately known as Baby, urged women, particularly mothers, to exhibit resilience in providing sustainable livelihoods for their families, despite any challenges.
She emphasized the importance of maternal care in nurturing happy families, urging mothers to prioritize their children’s well-being, even in the absence of paternal support.
Mrs. Angela Amofa also encouraged women, especially wives, to collaborate with their husbands in managing their households, advocating for mutual respect and shared responsibilities.
She implored men to heed their wives’ counsel for the betterment of their families and homes, fostering harmony and stability.