October 15, 2026
Daasebre Mireku Afari II, Begorohene, Fanteakwahene and Benkumhene of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area, has urged the youth to stay away from drug abuse and pursue education, particularly in agriculture, to contribute to Ghana’s development.
He stressed that the country’s development depends largely on its youth and the quality of education they receive. According to him, investing in young people through education is essential to building a productive and prosperous nation.
He noted that education has the power to transform lives, warning that a country that neglects its youth risks losing its hope for the future.
He therefore called on young people to recognize the importance of education and make responsible decisions that would benefit them and society.
Daasebre Mireku Afari II further encouraged the youth to explore educational opportunities in agriculture, describing the sector as an important area for personal growth and national development.
He urged them to reject drugs and acquire the knowledge and skills needed to contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s progress.
Daasebre Mireku Afari II, further more urge the government to invest more in agricultural education to promote national development and create opportunities for the youth.
He noted that many Ghanaians perceive farming as an occupation for poor people, a mindset he believes must change. He explained that agriculture has the potential to generate wealth, stressing that many wealthy people in developed countries have built successful businesses through farming.
He further called on the government to strengthen agricultural education to equip young people with the knowledge and practical skills needed to modernize the sector. He encouraged the youth to venture into agriculture, describing it as a viable path to employment, wealth creation and long-term success.
Daasebre Mireku Afari II made these remarks during a visit to his palace by the newly elected Students’ Representative Council (SRC) executives of the University College of Agriculture and Environmental Studies (UCAES).
Prince Amoako Atta, SRC President of the University College of Agriculture and Environmental Studies (UCAES), has urged other tertiary institutions to uphold Ghanaian cultural values by visiting traditional leaders to seek their blessings, guidance and advice.
He explained that the SRC executives could not overlook the role of traditional authorities in society, hence their decision to visit the palace as a way of honouring the chiefs and maintaining the relationship between educational institutions and traditional leadership.