Western North Minister Calls for Protection of Ghanaian Culture and Values
SEFWI WIAWSO — Western North Regional Minister Wilbert Petty Brentum has called on Ghanaians, particularly the youth, to protect and promote the country’s cultural heritage, traditional values and identity amid growing foreign cultural influences.
He expressed concern that globalisation and modernisation were contributing to changing attitudes towards Ghanaian traditions, warning that failure to preserve the country’s cultural heritage could result in the gradual loss of cherished customs and values.
Mr Brentum made the call on August 6, 2026, when the Western North representative in the Ghana’s Most Beautiful pageant, Tiwaah, also known as Princess Cobinnah, and her delegation paid a courtesy call on him at the Western North Regional Coordinating Council (WNRCC).
He observed that some Ghanaians, especially young people, increasingly embraced foreign cultural practices while regarding their own traditions as outdated, a development he said could undermine the preservation of the country’s cultural identity.
The Minister urged citizens to make deliberate and sustained efforts to promote Ghanaian traditions and pass them on to future generations.
He highlighted communal living, brotherhood, patriotism, accountability, love and care for one another as values that had historically strengthened Ghanaian communities and deserved renewed attention.
Mr Brentum stressed the need to make Ghanaian culture more visible, appreciated and practised, while encouraging the youth to take pride in their heritage without losing sight of the positive contributions of other cultures.
The visit also provided an opportunity for Tiwaah and her delegation to share their vision for the Ghana’s Most Beautiful competition and seek the Minister’s support, guidance and blessings ahead of the national contest.
Mr Brentum commended Tiwaah for her confidence and commitment to showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Western North Region and assured her of his support.
He encouraged her to remain focused and determined, adding that the region’s collective backing would be important to her representation on the national stage.
As a gesture of appreciation, Tiwaah presented the Minister with a specially branded T-shirt, which he received.
The Minister wished her success in the competition and urged residents of the Western North Region to unite behind her as she showcases the region’s cultural identity and traditions.
