Ahead of Valentine’s Day celebrations, rapper Opanka has sparked a conversation around gifting culture, especially when it comes to giving flowers.
In his submission during an interview on Accra FM, monitored by Adomonline.com, Opanka opined that gifting bouquets as a sign of love is not practical in the Ghanaian setting.
The musician further argued that while flowers may be appreciated in some cultures, typically in the West, they don’t quite align with Ghanaian values.
“Let’s be truthful, what’s the benefit of it? What will they even use flowers for? Will they plant it, grow it, or use it for decoration?” he quizzed.
From his perspective, men should offer more valuable essentials based on the needs and desires of their partners, rather than conforming to societal yardsticks.
The gift, he added, should be an item the recipient will truly appreciate, which should align with their love language.
“Why buy flowers for a lady who will appreciate a wig, rent, or even cosmetics more? Just give her the money to sort herself out. It’s all about giving what will be appreciated. It is the effort they appreciate.”
“All these things are Western culture. If we have to adopt theirs, then we should do it in totality. Here, we often prefer restaurant or indoor dates, whereas Westerners might enjoy basic things like a stroll or a coffee date. Western women split bills, offer gifts to their partners—are Ghanaian women willing to emulate?”
Interestingly, Opanka described himself as a ‘romántico’ who likes caring for his lover’s financial needs, in the same measure he is responsible for the upkeep of his family.
Meanwhile, Opanka is currently promoting his latest single, People, which is available on all music platforms.