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The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has denounced the controversial textbook by Badu Nkansah, which has been roundly condemned by Ghanaians for its ethnic bigotry.
The ruling party described the publications as incompetent and inept materials paraded by some publishers as books of instruction for school children.
It warned that distortions of history and bigoted stereotyping of ethnic groups cannot be the basis upon which the social identity of children is nurtured and established.
A statement from the NPP and signed by the Communications Director, Yaw Buaben Asamoa, stated there is no profit to ethnic dominance or subjugation considering the universal values that globalization imposes on people.
“Current global values project universal human rights, encompassing respect for all peoples irrespective of nationality, ethnicity, religion, culture or gender.”
“Economies are being built on digital technology and innovation, creativity and skills development.”
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“These are what will drive international competitiveness tor Ghana and open opportunities for our young people to master their talents and fulfil their dreams,” he said.
Mr Buaben Asamoah noted that though the National Council for Curriculum Accreditation (NACCA) has not approved the publication, the NPP is urging the institution to refine and enforce its rules without fear or favour.
“That way, products certified by NaCCA can help bring up well-balanced children, imbued with global values and pride in their country and its diverse culture,” he added.
The NPP appealed to political and social leaders to speak to the issues with the intention to bind Ghanaians together as one people with one nation and one destiny.
Read the full text of the statement below:
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) hereby condemns the incompetent and inept material paraded by some publishers as books of instruction for our children.
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Distortions of history and bigoted stereotyping of ethnic groups cannot be the basis upon which the social identity of our children is nurtured and established.
In our world today, there is no profit to ethnic dominance or subjugation considering the universal values that globalization imposes on us.
Current global values project universal human rights, encompassing respect for all peoples irrespective of nationality, ethnicity, religion, culture or gender. Economies are being built on digital technology and innovation, creativity and skills development. These are what will drive international competitiveness tor Ghana and open opportunities for our young people to master their talents and fulfil their dreams.
Whilst we note that the National Council for Curriculum Accreditation (NACCA) has not approved the publication, the NPP is urging them to refine and enforce their rules without fear or favour. That way, products certified by NaCCA can help bring up well-balanced children, imbued with global values and pride in their country and its diverse culture.
In conclusion, the NPP is urging political and social leaders to speak to the issues with the intention to bind us together as one people with one nation and one destiny. We are proudly Ghanaian!
…SIGNED…
Yaw Buaben Asamoa, ESQ
(Communications Director)
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