The Member of Parliament for Atwima Nwabiagya North, Frank Yeboah, has called on Ghanaians to prioritise the preservation of their indigenous languages, emphasising their crucial role in national identity and cultural heritage.
He made this statement on Friday, February 21, in commemoration of the International Day of Mother Language.
Addressing Parliament, he urged all citizens to recognise the value of their native tongues and take proactive steps to safeguard them.
Mr. Yeboah highlighted the importance of community-driven efforts in language preservation, stressing that initiatives such as storytelling, oral history documentation, and intergenerational language transmission programmes must be actively promoted.
He encouraged schools, traditional authorities, and cultural institutions to collaborate in ensuring that local languages remain relevant in contemporary Ghanaian society.
“Mr. Speaker, we cannot afford to lose our indigenous languages, for in them lies the heart and soul of our identity as Ghanaians,” he stated.
“Let us act now to protect and promote them, ensuring that future generations inherit not just the words, but the history, values, and wisdom they carry.”
He further called on policymakers to incorporate indigenous language education into the national curriculum and promote its usage in public and private sectors.
The MP also emphasised the need for media platforms to dedicate more airtime to local languages, ensuring that they remain widely spoken and appreciated.
He concluded by urging all Ghanaians to take pride in their linguistic heritage, noting that preserving mother languages is not merely about communication but about protecting a rich legacy of knowledge and identity.
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