By Fritz Baffour, the renowned Ghanaian actor, journalist, and former Information Minister, has made a provocative statement asserting that Ghanaians predominantly choose to honor individuals perceived as “foolish people.”
On June 6, 2024, James Barnor, the esteemed Ghanaian photographer, will reach the remarkable age of 95. He has returned to Ghana to commemorate this significant milestone with the James Barnor 95 Festival.
The James Barnor 95 Festival stands as a testament to cultural heritage and artistic ingenuity. In addition to honoring the legendary photographer, it seeks to foster a lasting influence on Ghana’s arts and cultural landscape.
Born in Ghana in 1929, James Barnor established his esteemed Ever Young studio in Accra, capturing pivotal moments of our nation’s journey to independence. As the inaugural photographer-journalist to partner with The Daily Graphic, a publication under London’s Daily Mirror Group, he left an indelible mark on the Ghanaian visual narrative.
During a press event hosted at the Ghana Club in Accra on Friday, May 31, James Barnor introduced the James Barnor 95 Festival. This commemorative event will feature exhibitions, screenings, and concerts.
In an interview with Citi TV during the press gathering — as reported by GhanaWeekend — Fritz Baffour, one of the esteemed guests, emphasized that James Barnor’s contributions haven’t received the recognition they deserve.
During a press event hosted at the Ghana Club in Accra on Friday, May 31, James Barnor introduced the James Barnor 95 Festival. This commemorative event will feature exhibitions, screenings, and concerts.
In an interview with Citi TV during the press gathering — as reported by GhanaWeekend — Fritz Baffour, one of the esteemed guests, emphasized that James Barnor’s contributions haven’t received the recognition they deserve.
“But we don’t…we celebrate fools, foolish people…people who have not achieved anything, we celebrate people who are like fireflies. Instead, people who shine the light all their lives like this man who is 95 years old and is still talking and encouraging people to do the right are not celebrated”.
The former member of Parliament for Ablekuma South advised that “Ghanaians need a sense of direction that will make us proud of who we are.
“There is so much separation in the country and I blame Politics for that…we must learn to tolerate each other and learn to work with each other”.
You can watch the entire interview by clicking the link below.
