By Michael Foli Jackidy

Ho (V/R), May 28, GNA – Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, has proposed the inclusion of the legacy of Mama Akua-Dei II, Paramount Queen mother of the Asogli State, in the Volta Regional Museum.

This, according to the Minister, is to preserve her historical impact on future generations.

During a courtesy call on the Queen mother at her palace, to wrap up her three-day fact-finding tour of tourist sites in the Volta Region, the Minister emphasised the importance of documenting local leadership legacies.

Madam Gomashie suggested that photographs and personal items used by the Queen Mother during her reign be exhibited in the museum, complete with labels and a narrative of her queenship.

“You’ve been a Queen Mother since your twenties, and only God knows how many years of service you’ve given. This is history that needs to be captured — right here in the Volta Regional Museum, which is not just a national institution, but one rooted in your own jurisdiction,” she said.

She extended a similar invitation to Togbe Afede XIV, President of the Asogli State Council, encouraging him to contribute beyond photographs — sharing artifacts and mementos that tell the story of his leadership.

“This government is keen on supporting such initiatives. We want our regional museums to house a different kind of information — stories that reflect our own identity and legacy. Many people don’t even know that you were already Queen Mother before Togbe was installed. That history must be told,” she added.

Madam Gomashie highlighted the importance of preserving oral traditions in more tangible ways.

“We’re often referred to as an oratory culture, but we must also learn to record and exhibit our stories for posterity.”

She expressed hope that in the near future, these ideas will be realized to enrich the experience of tourists, especially during major festivals like the Asogli Yam Festival (Te Za), where visitors can explore historical and cultural sites.

Mama Akua-Dei II warmly welcomed the initiative and pledged her full support.

Togbe Adubobi IV also took the opportunity to appeal to the Minister for the development and promotion of lesser-known tourist sites in the Asogli State, such as ‘Asiatɔƒe’.

He extended an official invitation to the Minister and her team to attend this year’s Asogli Yam Festival.

GNA

Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Kenneth Odeng Adade