Kwame Owusu Danso, Vice Presidential candidate for the Movement for Change, delivered an emotional speech during his acceptance ceremony, recounting his humble beginnings and paying tribute to the many people who helped shape his journey.
Danso, standing alongside his running mate Alan Kyerematen, expressed his deep gratitude to his family, friends, and colleagues who supported him along the way.
Reflecting on his childhood, Danso credited his late grandmother, Diana Boham, for instilling in him the value of hard work and learning. “She devoted hours to ensuring I understood the importance of education and hard work,” he said, his voice filled with emotion. He also paid tribute to his late father, Emmanuel Kofi Owusu Danso, a retired Chief Inspector of the Ghana Police Service, and his mother, Georgina Owusu Danso, who traded to support the family. “Their discipline and silent resilience shaped the person I am today.”
Danso’s speech also highlighted his journey from Akyem Asafo to Tema, where he encountered kind souls who helped him survive during tough times. He fondly remembered “Yaa Dufie, the Banku seller at Akyem Asafo, and Maame Otima, who sold Kenkey at Akyem Asafo Secondary School,” for feeding him when he was hungry. “These small acts of kindness showed me the true meaning of humanity,” he said.
In addition to family and friends, Danso expressed his gratitude to his colleagues in the creative space, including Lexis Bill, Bola Ray, and Tinny, who supported him in his early years. “These incredible individuals helped me hone my skills and become the person I am today,” he noted. Danso also credited his time at Pan African Television and Trassaco Group for further shaping his career and work ethic.
His journey, however, did not end with personal success. Danso emphasized that he is now ready to give back to the country that has given him so much. “I have lived through the very challenges I seek to address,” he said, pledging to work tirelessly alongside Alan Kyerematen to transform the nation. “I am no economist with big titles, but I am ready to serve.”
In closing, Danso expressed his gratitude to his wife, Ama Pratt, for being his pillar of support throughout his journey, as well as his in-laws, including Kwesi Pratt Jnr., for their love and guidance. “This feat could not have been achieved without all the love and care they have thrown at me,” he said. “I owe my growth and elevation to many incredible individuals.
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