Veteran Ghanaian actor and musician, Alex Adu Kofi, popularly known as Agya Koo, has made a heartfelt appeal to President John Dramani Mahama to prioritize the completion of the Creative Arts Building project.
In a recent Instagram post, Agya Koo emphasized the importance of finishing the arts and culture infrastructure, which was initiated by the previous government under Nana Akufo-Addo. The veteran actor expressed appreciation for President Mahama’s recognition of arts and culture as vital drivers of Ghana’s national development.
Agya Koo highlighted that the Creative Arts Building aims to showcase Ghana’s rich cultural heritage to the world while providing essential support for local artists and creative talents. He urged the current administration to continue and complete the project to bolster Ghana’s arts sector.
“Hello Mr. President John Mahama, I am writing to express my appreciation for the importance of arts and culture in Ghana’s development. As an Actor and musician, I humbly request that you consider continuing the creative arts projects initiated by the previous administration led by Nana Akufo-Addo. These projects have the potential to promote Ghana’s cultural heritage and support local artists. Let’s help keep Ghana’s creative spirit alive. Thank you,” he wrote on Instagram.
The call from Agya Koo underscores the significance of investing in Ghana’s cultural infrastructure to foster local talent, promote tourism, and boost the national economy. Many industry stakeholders believe that completing the Creative Arts Building will serve as a catalyst for Ghana’s burgeoning arts and entertainment industry.
As Ghana continues to develop its cultural and creative sectors, the completion of government projects like the Creative Arts Building remains crucial. Agya Koo’s appeal highlights the collective desire of Ghanaian artists and stakeholders to see these initiatives come to fruition and elevate Ghana’s cultural identity on the global stage.
