Chief of Kwabenya Musuku, Nii Mensah Dza Nyomo I, has advised parents to cherish local Ghanaian languages and teach their children same to make them fluent in them.

According to the respected traditional ruler, teaching children local languages will instill sense of identity in them and also enhance pride and acceptance among them as Ghanaians.

He made this assertion at the Ghana Day celebration of the staff and pupils of Kwabenya M/A Basic School in Accra.

The celebration which was on the theme “Toasting our Nation’s Cultural Diversity in Unity”, showcased the unique culture heritage from the sixteen regions of Ghana.

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Nii Mensah Dza Nyomo indicated the need for parents to instill love and appreciation of culture in their wards because according to him, “culture tells the story about who we really are as Ghanaians.

“If we go back and pick our culture and tradition, it will tell us where we have come from as a people and the destination we are heading to,” he added.

The chief of Musuku also expressed displeasure in the youth of today’s strong affection for profane songs.

He revealed that profane songs usually drive kids off, from the right socially accepted paths. He maintained that traditional songs have a lot of moral messages embedded in them and has the tendency of shaping society.

 “When you put your mind on songs from irresponsible song makers it may lead you astray…… our cultural songs are more important and full of moral lessons,” he stated.