Tourism Minister pays courtesy visit to legendary musician Agya Koo Nimo

The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, paid a courtesy visit to renowned Ghanaian highlife musician Agya Koo Nimo at his Kumasi residence.

This visit is part of President John Dramani Mahama's initiative to ensure the welfare and dignity of elderly citizens, particularly those who have significantly contributed to Ghana's cultural and creative heritage.

During the visit, Hon. Gomashie acknowledged Agya Koo Nimo's pivotal role in shaping Ghana's musical identity and reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting aging creatives. 

“This is not just a symbolic visit—it is a statement of care, recognition, and responsibility,” she said.

At the launch of Blackstar Experience on May, President John Mahama charged the Tourism Minister to organise a ceremony to honour highlife legend Agya Koo Nimo.

Recognising Nimo's contributions to Ghana's rich musical heritage, Mahama emphasised the need to celebrate his legacy to serve as a fitting tribute to the legendary musician's impact on Ghana's culture. ( Read Mahama calls for ceremony to celebrate Agya Koo Nimo)

Hon. Gomashie recalled President Mahama’s call to action at the launch of the Black Star Experience and pointed out that the President’s words have since guided her and her team, to swiftly honour living legends.

“We do not know the hour of our birth, nor the moment we depart this life,” the Minister said. “Therefore, while we are still planning a formal celebration to honour the trailblazers and elders in the sector, those on whose shoulders we stand, it felt only proper that we come here today.”

She described Agya Koo Nimo as a revered “chief in the realm of Ghanaian culture” and presented him with a hamper, a modest token of appreciation, and an additional envelope to support the musicians who performed in his honour.

In response, Agya Koo Nimo expressed deep gratitude to President Mahama and the Ministry for the recognition.

“This is not just for me, it is for all musicians,” he remarked, calling on the government to establish a national museum dedicated to the creative arts, where the works of musicians and other creatives could be preserved for posterity and serve as a learning resource for future generations.

He further proposed that Ghanaian music be played and showcased at tourist sites across the country to enrich the visitor experience and promote local artistry.