I will work with the government to generate economic benefits for Ghana – Asantehene

General News of Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Source: ghanaiantimes.com.gh

2019-04-16

Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, emphasized his determination to work in partnership with the government to venture into sectors generating economic benefits for Ghana.

He said that celebrating its 20th anniversary as 16th occupant of the golden stool "marks a new start for Asanteman and is about harnessing the opportunities offered by government programs, working in partnership with Ghanaian companies to venturing into areas generating economic benefits for Asanteman, particularly and Ghana in general. "

Otumfuo Osei Tutu was the honored guest of Chancellor's Day at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) on Monday as part of the 20th anniversary of his childhood, which lasted a month.

The KNUST has booked a week as part of the celebration of activities such as a conference entitled "Osei Tutu II, a King Server", photo exhibitions of his 20 years of reign, a fair of the Food, mainly local dishes.

According to Asantehene, he hoped that KNUST would play a leading role in its program to bring fortunes to Ghana and he badured that he would do everything possible to "guide, protect the university. my best so that she becomes one of the best in Ghana, Africa and the world. "

He said that the level of cooperation between the University and Manhyia was overwhelming and that he "prayed that it would continue forever".

Asantehene recalled that 13 years ago, when he was called to occupy the post of Chancellor of the University, new challenges presented themselves to him, to which he was accustomed "but I was delighted because it was an opportunity to serve and, in fact, we nurtured and made KNUST one of the best science and technology education institutions in Ghana and a world clbad facility. "

Turning to the theme of the 20th anniversary "The deepening of our cultural heritage through socio-economic development", Assantehene noted that the chiefs were able to help their people settle disputes, provide information on interpretation and the correct application "Most importantly, help them improve their socio-economic life."

He said: "Because of this, we are aware of the needs and aspirations of the mbades in Ghana and this knowledge, I think, is an excellent tool that can be used to help the central government to develop the right policies and strategies. for the improvement of society ". Ghana."

Professor Obiri, Vice-Chancellor of KNUST, praised Asantehene, describing him as a true champion, "being at the forefront of promoting Ghana's culture, bringing innovation to the country and keeping an eye on technology. "