Akufo Addo pays tribute to Paapa Yankson
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo – Addo has paid glowing tribute to the
late Paapa Yankson describing him as a pillar of the Ghanaian music
industry and an icon who has served the nation very well.
This was at a meeting with a delegation led by the Minister of
Tourism, Arts and Culture Honorable Catherine Abelema Afeku comprising
Paapa Yankson’s family members and the leadership of the Musicians Union
of Ghana (MUSIGA).
President Akufo – Addo assured the delegation of the state’s support
in the funeral to ensure that Paapa Yankson receives the fitting funeral
he deserves. He indicated that the funeral should be held at the
forecourt of the State House. The President also expressed his
condolences to the wife and family of the late highlife legend.
Honorable Afeku briefed the President on the purpose of the visit and
the head of Odomna Ebusua, Nana Akom Ogyeanda I informed the President
that the final funeral rites are scheduled for October 21 and 22, 2017.
Nana Kwame Ampadu in his statement described Paapa Yankson as an
impeccable gentleman and a role model for the industry.
On his part, the MUSIGA President Bice Osei Kuffour commended
President Akufo – Addo for agreeing to meet the delegation and assuring
them of the state’s support for the funeral. The late Paapa Yankson died
after a short illness on July 21, 2017.
Present at the meeting were the Queen mother of the Odumna clan of
Ekumfi Asaman/Buadukwaa, Nana Enfiua III; the widow, Mary Ogbamey; Paapa
Yankson’s son Silas Yankson and some of his siblings and other
relatives. Also present were ex MUSIGA President Alhaji Sidiku Buari;
Bessa Simons, first vice-president of MUSIGA; Chizzy Wailer, national
organizer; the Tagoe Sisters; Ben Brako and Ahuma Bosco Ocansey,
Director of Communications and Special Projects.
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