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The Ga Dangme Council has raised objections to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo\u2019s statement that Tetteh Quarshie hails from Mampong in the Eastern Region, insisting that historical records confirm his origin as Osu in the Greater Accra Region.<\/p>\n
During the 67th Independence Day celebration in Koforidua on March 6, President Akufo-Addo acknowledged Tetteh Quarshie as the visionary behind the introduction of cocoa to Ghana, attributing his roots to Mampong Akuapem.<\/p>\n
This declaration by the President, however, has been met with dissent from the Ga Dangme Council.<\/p>\n
In a statement released by the Council\u2019s President, Nii Ayikoi Otoo, the council refuted the President\u2019s claim, asserting that it has caused confusion and lacks historical accuracy.<\/p>\n
The Council highlighted historical records that unequivocally place Mr Quarshie\u2019s birth and upbringing in Osu, contradicting the President\u2019s identification of Mampong as his place of origin.<\/p>\n
\u201cTetteh Quarshie\u2019s roots in Osu are well-documented, with many sources confirming his ties to the community except that some sometimes link in the Teshie. In both scenarios however he remains of a pure Ga extraction,\u201d it added.<\/p>\n
The Council further argued that the assertion that Mr. Quarshie hailed from Mampong lacks concrete evidence and contradicts the established historical narrative.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is crucial to correct this misinformation and set the record straight regarding the origins of Tetteh Quarshie. By spreading this inaccurate information, we risk distorting our understanding of history and undermining the legacy of individuals who have made significant contributions to our society. It is essential to rely on factual evidence and historical sources to ensure the accuracy of our narratives,\u201d it said.<\/p>\n
The council called for vigilance in verifying information and resisting the spread of inaccurate narratives.<\/p>\n
\u201cLet us honour the memory of Tetteh Quarshie by accurately acknowledging his contributions and celebrating his remarkable achievements,\u201d it concluded.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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