Social media reports indicated that the Ga term “Oobakɛ” has replaced the Akan pleasantries “Akwaaba” and “Woezor” (Ewe).
The allegations came after some Ga residents had previously demanded that the park’s signage use their language.
In a statement, GTA Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto, said the allegations were false.
“We wish to categorically state that at no point has the Ghana Tourism Authority ordered or approved the replacement of the culturally significant greetings ‘Woezor’ (in Ewe) and ‘Akwaaba’ (in Akan) with ‘Oobakɛ’,” she wrote.
She said these inscriptions remain preserved and respected as part of Ghana’s diverse cultural heritage.
