Hon.Alberto Tekyi Officially Gives GHC10,000 to Prince Ayerakwa for First Purchase at Book Launch

 

In a heartwarming display of support for people embarking on educational and creative endeavours, Hon. Alberto Tekyi, former District Chief Executive of Wassa Amenfi West and proprietor of IBS Educational Complex, has officially presented an amount of GH¢10,000 to renowned author Prince Ayerakwa. This generous donation fulfills a promise made at the highly successful launch of Ayerakwa’s two books, “The Inner Harmony From a Clear Conscience” and “Street Smart, Book Smart,” held at the Asankrangwa Melody Hotel on Sunday, November 24th, 2024. The launch itself was met with significant enthusiasm, and the books have since garnered considerable attention.

Mr. Tekyi’s pledge stemmed from his winning bid of GH¢10,000 for the two books during the launch’s highly engaging auction. The event also saw significant purchases from Mr. Justice Eshun (CEO of Modish Royal Montessori), who bought a copy for GH¢2,000, and Hon. Ignatius Kwasi Afrifa (Amenfi West NPP Parliamentary Candidate for the 2024 general election), who also purchased a copy for GH¢2,000, along with several others acquiring copies at GH¢1,000. Since the launch, however, the books have received overwhelmingly positive reviews and comments from readers across various walks of life, generating requests from individuals in different cities and professions. This surge in interest demonstrates a widespread appreciation for Ayerakwa’s work and its resonance with a broad audience.

 

 

The presentation ceremony, which took place at Mr. Tekyi’s office, was attended by several individuals, including Mr. Obiri Yeboah, Mr. Edward Smith Saah, Mr. Oppong Tawiah, and Mr. Barnabas Boham. In presenting the amount to Mr. Ayerakwa, Mr. Tekyi emphasized his belief in nurturing talent and expressed his desire to inspire young people in Amenfi West to pursue their educational and creative endeavours. He highlighted the significance of recognizing and supporting promising individuals while they are still actively contributing to the community. He also noted the impressive early success of the books, citing the enthusiastic response from readers as a further impetus for his support.

Overwhelmed by this unexpected generosity, Mr. Ayerakwa expressed profound gratitude to Mr. Tekyi, acknowledging this act as a significant moment in the history of Wassa Amenfi West. He stated that Mr. Tekyi’s contribution will not only aid him personally but will also serve as a powerful inspiration for aspiring writers and artists in the region. The burgeoning success of his books, evidenced by the numerous positive reviews and requests from across the country, further amplifies the significance of this support. This generous act of patronage underscores the importance of community support for local talent and serves as a testament to the impact of cultural events in fostering local pride and development.