Written by: Edward Oppong Marfo
Ghana music legend Dr.
Daniel Amponsah popularly known as Agya Koo Nimo has urged Ghanaians to tap
into the knowledge of legends. He is
also entreating Ghanaians to give living legends enough recognition before they
die.
Speaking in an
exclusive interview with Edward Oppong Marfo, the renowned musician and
academician called on Ghanaians to learn from the experiences of great people
who have made significant impact in their various fields to ensure development.
Agya Koo Nimo has
launched his book titled “Six Strings and a Note” which he describes as a
biography of himself. The book launch took place at the Great hall of the Kwame
Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The occasion saw a
representative of the Asantehene and Chancellor of KNUST, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II,
Chairman of KNUST University Council, Dr. Kwame Saarah-Mensah, Vice Chancellor
of KNUST, Prof. Kwasi Obiri Danso, Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. Samuel Nii Odai
among others attending.
The 85 year old man
says he believes young people and Ghanaians in general can take inspiration
from his book.
Agya Koo Nimo has
lectured in KNUST and University of Cape Coast (UCC) and other institutions in
Ghana and abroad. He disclosed to Edward Oppong Marfo that he has been
associated with KNUST for 48 years as lecturer and even after retirement.
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