Opinions of Sunday, 18 August 2024

Columnist: Nana Yaw Boakye Yiadom Opoku Agyemang

Celebrating a Heavenly Blessing: The divine global architect, Nana Kwadwo Akwaa

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..., my political godfather, father, friend, brother, and everything, on his day of divine favour.

Happy birthday to 'the institution', Nana Kwadwo Akwaa! The NPP, particularly the youth, proudly dub you 'the institution' owing to your exceptional intellectual prowess, brainpower, wisdom, and astuteness, which have been invaluable assets to the party.

As a distinguished academic, renowned educationist, and versatile expert in multiple fields, you have leveraged your talents to drive the NPP's success, shaping their narrative and securing electoral victories in 2016 and 2020. Your work as the Founder and Executive Director of Critical Thinkers International (CTI) has further solidified your reputation as a thought leader.

The NPP youth and grassroots had a vision - to have a leader who embodied wisdom, kindness, generosity, and selflessness. They saw these qualities in you and rallied behind you, dubbing their movement 'The Grassroots Agenda'. This grassroots-driven initiative was a testament to your impact and influence among the party's youth and base.

Through 'The Grassroots Agenda', the NPP youth and grassroots demonstrated their commitment to your leadership, sponsoring everything themselves. This organic movement showcased your ability to inspire and mobilise the party's grassroots, a crucial aspect of any political movement.

Your reputation as a wise, kind, generous, and selfless leader has resonated deeply with the NPP youth and grassroots. They see you as a role model and a symbol of the party's values. Your leadership style, which prioritises empowerment and development, has earned you admiration and loyalty.

Here's to many more years of utilising your remarkable abilities to drive Ghana's growth, progress, and prosperity! May this new year bring you joy, good health, and fulfillment. Cheers to an amazing person, Nana Kwadwo Akwaa, an institution indeed! Happy birthday to a true asset to Ghana and the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Kwadwo Akwaa, a true Renaissance man!

Today, we celebrate the life of a remarkable individual whose diverse expertise has made a significant impact in various fields. As a researcher, you have uncovered valuable insights that have informed policy and decision-making, driving progress and growth. As a writer, you have articulated complex ideas with clarity and precision, inspiring a nation.

As a communications strategist, you have crafted compelling narratives that have shaped public opinion, fostering a positive narrative for Ghana. As a social media guru, you have leveraged digital platforms to amplify your message and engage with a wider audience.

Your expertise as a communicationist has been invaluable to the NPP, helping to shape their message and secure electoral victories. Your work as the Founder and Executive Director of Critical Thinkers International (CTI) has further solidified your reputation as a thought leader, providing a platform for innovative ideas that contribute to Ghana's advancement.

As a father, friend, brother, and political godfather, you have touched countless lives with your wisdom, guidance, and mentorship. Your selflessness, compassion, and leadership have created a lasting legacy. To me, Nana Kwadwo Akwaa is more than just a leader - he's my political godfather, a father, a friend, a brother, and everything in between.

He has been instrumental in polishing me and helping me grow in all aspects of life. His guidance, wisdom, and mentorship have been invaluable, and I'm forever grateful for his presence in my life.

Nana Kwadwo Akwaa, you are a testament to God's boundless blessings and favour. Your exceptional leadership skills, intellectual prowess, and expertise in various fields are a clear indication of divine guidance and wisdom.

As an academic, educationist, researcher, writer, communications strategist, social media guru, and communication expert, you have been blessed with a rare combination of skills, making you a true Renaissance man. Your selflessness, compassion, and leadership have created a lasting legacy, inspiring countless individuals and shaping the future of Ghana.

With the guidance and blessings of the Almighty God, Nana Kwadwo Akwaa is destined for greatness. He will rise to become one of the most renowned leaders the world has ever known, joining the ranks of legendary figures like Baffour Akoto, the founder of NPP; Owusu Afriyie Akoto, architect of the revolutionary Planting for Food and Jobs policy; the peerless, Kuffuor and Akufo-Addo, visionary leaders of Ghana; Osagyefo Nkrumah, a champion of African unity; and global icons like Jesus Christ, Napoleon, Alexander the great, Thatcher, Merkel, Cleopatra, B. Carson, Frimpong Boateng, F. Allotey, T. Mensah, M. Garvey Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, Gaddafi, Gandhi, Einstein, Modi, Washington, Churchill, Trump, Lincoln, Putin, Hitler, Jinping, Drogba, Weah, Messi, Ronaldo, Pele, Maradona, Asamoah Gyan, Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, Amakye Dede, Daddy Lumba, Shatta Wale, F.A. Kuti, and many more.

Nana Kwadwo Akwaa's exceptional leadership skills, intellectual prowess, and unwavering dedication to the betterment of humanity will cement his legacy as a colossus among leaders. The world awaits his ascendance to greatness!

With you on board, the NPP's 'Breaking the 8' agenda will be a breeze! Your exceptional leadership skills and intellectual prowess make you the perfect asset to drive this vision forward. Your ability to craft compelling narratives, shape public opinion, and mobilise grassroots support will be invaluable in securing electoral victories. Here's to Nana Kwadwo Akwaa, the game-changer who will make 'Breaking the 8' a reality!

May God continue to bless and guide you, Nana Kwadwo Akwaa, as you celebrate another year of life, wisdom, and impact. May your legacy continue to inspire and shape the future of Ghana and beyond.

Happy birthday, Nana Kwadwo Akwaa! May this day be filled with joy, love, and celebration. Cheers to an amazing person, an institution indeed!

SeLaH!!!

With love and admiration,
Nana Yaw Boakye Yiadom Opoku Agyemang (N.Y.B.Y.O.A.)