In a heartwarming encounter, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu and former Deputy Minister for Education in charge of Tertiary Education, met with the illustrious Ambassador D.K. Osei, a retired diplomat with a storied career. Ambassador Osei, who served as Secretary to President John Agyekum Kufuor from 2001 to 2009, graciously hosted Ablakwa, imparting his profound insights and gifting him an autographed copy of his book, “Privileged Conversations — Adventures of an African Diplomat.”
This meeting was part of Ablakwa’s consultations with seasoned elders in Ghana’s foreign affairs space, aimed at tapping into their wealth of experience and knowledge. As he prepares to take on new challenges, Ablakwa is leaving no stone unturned in his quest to elevate Ghana’s standing on the international stage.
Ambassador Osei’s contributions to Ghana’s diplomatic corps are undeniable. As President of the Council on Foreign Relations Ghana, he continues to play a vital role in shaping the country’s foreign policy. Ablakwa’s encounter with him is a testament to the importance of intergenerational knowledge transfer and the value of learning from those who have paved the way.
As Ablakwa embarks on his new journey, he carries with him the wisdom and inspiration gleaned from his meeting with Ambassador Osei. With his sights set on promoting Ghana’s interests abroad and strengthening bilateral relations, Ablakwa is poised to make a lasting impact on the country’s foreign affairs landscape.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
