Renowned musician and songwriter Stevie Wonder has been welcomed to Ghana by the founder of the Pan African Heritage Museum (PAHM), Kojo Yankah, after being granted Ghanaian citizenship by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
In a Facebook post, Mr. Yankah expressed his excitement at Stevie Wonder becoming a Ghanaian citizen, stating that “The Pan African Dream is REAL. You are welcome to Ghanaian Citizenship, Stevie Wonder.”
Stevie Wonder, who is in Ghana with his family, will now hold citizenship in both the United States and Ghana. During a ceremony at the Jubilee House on Monday, Mr. Wonder expressed his delight at the honor bestowed upon him by the Ghanaian president.
President Akufo-Addo, in his address, highlighted Stevie Wonder’s immense talent and contributions to music and social justice. He noted that conferring Ghanaian citizenship on the musician is a recognition of his deep connection to the African continent and his efforts to promote unity and solidarity among people of African descent.
The president also emphasized the importance of Stevie Wonder’s citizenship in the context of the Year of Return, which aimed to strengthen ties between African peoples on both sides of the Atlantic. He expressed his hope that Stevie Wonder’s welcome into the Ghanaian family will inspire creativity, diversity, and brotherhood among all citizens.
In conclusion, President Akufo-Addo extended his congratulations and warmest welcome to Stevie Wonder as a citizen of Ghana, wishing him joy, fulfillment, and the blessings of their common ancestors. He emphasized the enduring spirit of Pan-Africanism and the potential of the African continent and its descendants.
