A group of Osun State natives residing in Ghana has announced plans to establish a school dedicated to teaching the Yoruba language. The initiative aims to preserve Yoruba culture and heritage among children born and raised in Ghana.
During a courtesy visit to the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun, the group shared their vision and strategy for launching the school. Ayokanmi Ogunremi, the group’s president and a native of Iresi in Osun, emphasized the importance of keeping the Yoruba language alive outside Nigeria.
“We want a school that teaches Yoruba so our children in Ghana can stay connected to their roots,” Ogunremi said. He added that the group intends to seek the support of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to ease potential challenges in setting up the school abroad.
“Establishing a school in a foreign country involves complex documentation. With the governor’s backing, we can get the necessary support and representation to make this happen,” he explained.
During the meeting, Ogunremi also requested Oba Olanipekun’s blessings and guidance, especially on promoting interfaith harmony and addressing community issues. He praised the monarch’s role in fostering peaceful coexistence in Osogbo.
“We’re inspired by Your Majesty’s leadership in maintaining peace among different faiths. We hope to learn from this and contribute to the development of Osogbo from abroad,” he said.
In response, Oba Olanipekun commended the group’s efforts and gave them his blessing. He highlighted Osogbo’s long-standing reputation for religious harmony.
“In Osogbo, all religions live in peace. Our town is a model of tolerance and unity,” the monarch stated.
