Member of Parliament for Assin North, James Gyakye Quayson, commemorated Ghana’s 68th Independence Day with a call to action, urging Ghanaians to reflect on the country’s progress and challenges.
“As we celebrate, we should also reflect on whether we have truly emancipated ourselves from the repercussions of imperial rule,” Gyakye Quayson stated in a statement.
“Have we dismantled the financial, governmental, and social frameworks that perpetuate our impediments?” he quizzed.
Gyakye Quayson emphasized the importance of economic sovereignty, advocating for a collaborative African currency to reduce dependence on foreign monetary systems.
“A singular currency for West Africa, and eventually for the whole landmass, would strengthen trade, stabilize economies, and lessen reliance on previous colonial administrations,” he explained.
The Assin North MP also stressed the need for unity within Africa’s armed forces.
“Ghana must lead all efforts to promote unity and a strong High Command for Africa; a command totally independent of external influences.”
Furthermore, Gyakye Quayson highlighted the significance of language in achieving independence.
“We need to work on elevating one of our truly defining African languages into a common official status across Africa,” he urged.
“We must decolonize our minds, institutions, and policies; it’s essential for reclaiming our dignity and self-reliance.”
Gyakye Quayson called on Ghanaians to remember Kwame Nkrumah’s vision of an independent and unified Africa.
“Let us work together, breaking borders, across ethnicities and cross generations to build a tall Africa speaking for itself and determining its own course,” he said.
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