Ghanaian politician and cleric Christian Kwabena Andrews, popularly known as Osofo Kyiri Abosom, has described the redesignation of Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport as a positive development for the nation.
The founder of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM) posited that the name change is a spiritual act that breaks decades of curses, spiritual bondage, and attacks on Ghana.
He claimed that the previous name carried repercussions that stagnated the country’s growth and expressed relief that it has been reverted to its original name.
Kwabena Andrews highlighted the impact he believes the name had on Ghanaian travellers, particularly the youth.
“I am so excited about the decision to change the name from Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport. It was a curse for us to name the airport after Kotoka. It was the reason why our young people who go through the airport face struggles and challenges.”
He further urged the government to ensure that every document and asset associated with the former name is updated. However, he noted that his satisfaction would only be complete if the name change was accompanied by the launch of a new national carrier.
“I am excited. Every document and anything associated with the Kotoka name must be changed. But I would be more happy if we developed an airline, and during the official launch of the name change, we also launched the airline.”
In a bold political statement, he promised to withdraw from the 2028 elections and campaign for the NDC should the current government successfully establish a national airline.
Speaking on Nyankonton Mu Nsem on Rainbow Radio 87.5 FM, ahead of President John Dramani Mahama’s State of the Nation Address today, February 27, 2026, the GUM leader outlined his expectations for the administration.
His primary concern is the high rate of unemployment among Ghanaian youth.
He suggested the government adopt a model similar to the historic “Nkrumah Brigade”, focusing on large-scale construction projects to provide immediate employment.
He argued that investing in a construction-led system would create sustainable opportunities.
“My major concern is for the government to create more jobs. My suggestion is that just as we had the Nkrumah Brigade, the government can create a system where we invest in construction so it will create more opportunities for the youth of Ghana.”
He also gave the government a favourable rating, stating that President Mahama has performed well within a short period. He called on Ghanaians to offer their support to the administration rather than engaging in unfair criticism.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
