Ghanaian rapper, Amerado had his hit song “Kweku Ananse” being played as the official entrance song of President Akufo-Addo at the 67th Independence Day celebration.
The President arrived at the events grounds at around 10 am with his entourage and security personnel in a ceremonial manner as expected.
The 67th Independence Day celebration was under the theme: “Our Democracy, Our Pride.” As President Akufo-Addo arrived at the event grounds, something stood out – the song that was played while he entered with his entourage.
Despite the cultural display while the President entered, Amerado’s Kweku Ananse could be heard being played while the President was driven to the event grounds.
President Akufo-Addo's entrance at 67th Independence Day. pic.twitter.com/2DRjE5dEpr
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Amerado’s song portrays a message of resilience in the face of adversity. It has been streamed across platforms and has secured top spot on multiple charts. The song has amassed over one billion views from TikTok videos.
Meanhwile, during his speech at the Independence Day, President Akufo-Addo praised the forebears of Ghana for their efforts in attaining independence from colonial rule as well as development of the country.
He said, like previous governments, his administration has contributed to the development of the country.
“On a day like this, we should pay homage, of course, as I have done, to our forebears and the elders who fought for independence, and worked through the years to establish all that we have to be proud of today, but our attitude should always be that there are better days ahead, and work towards that, instead of yearning for some bygone good old days.
When we look around our neighbourhood, we might be tempted to think that our work is done, but we, Ghanaians, have never been known to settle for mediocrity. We aim for the best in every field. We should compare ourselves with the best that there is, and not settle for anything less. For as long as there is poverty and injustice anywhere in Ghana, our work is not done,” he said.
The President expressed satisfaction that the free Senior High School Policy has helped in developing the country’s human resources