The Emissary of Education for Montessori Model United Nations-West Africa and Chief of Oblieman in the Ga West Municipal Assembly, Nii Ayitey Anumle Oyanka I (King Oyanka), has pledged to harness his influence and support at all international levels to drive innovation in the educational sector.
Speaking as the guest speaker at the Ga West Municipal Reading Festival (Readerfest) on July 23, 2024, he emphasized the transformative power of reading. He mentioned that, reading forms part of the basic level of every kid’s understanding and by that it is very important for all parents to take keen interest in their ward’s reading abilities.
King Oyanka urged the audience to renew their commitment to lifelong learning and the pursuit of knowledge, inspiring the next generation to embrace the written word and harness its power for good. He highlighted the significance of reading and storytelling in their culture, noting that it has always been a cherished tradition passed down through generations to educate, inspire, and entertain.
The traditional leader commended the Municipal Director of Education, Mr. Victor Noye Tawiah, for his efforts to elevate Ghana’s education sector. He emphasized that the Reading Festival will become a recurring event with evolving dimensions to continually engage and inspire students
King Oyanka, who through diverse means has began some innovative interceptions within the educational sectors of both the Ga North and West Municipal Assembly vouched to absorb the reading festival and any other educational promotional activity within the two municipalities to make it a sustainable one.
According to him this generation of children are very intelligent and by that he as a traditional leader and influential person will make sure that the educational opportunities available at his disposal will not elude the current and next generation.
