Member of Parliament for Atwima Nwabiagya North, Frank Yeboah, has urged Ghanaians to protect and the preserve of their indigenous languages.

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According to him, the country's indigenous languages play a crucial role in national identity and cultural heritage.

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He made this statement on Friday in commemoration of the International Day of Mother Language.

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Addressing Parliament, he urged all citizens to recognise the value of their native tongues and take proactive steps to safeguard them.

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Mr Yeboah highlighted the importance of community-driven efforts in language preservation, stressing that initiatives such as storytelling, oral history documentation, and intergenerational language transmission programmes must be actively promoted.

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He encouraged schools, traditional authorities, and cultural institutions to collaborate in ensuring that local languages remain relevant in contemporary Ghanaian society.

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“Mr Speaker, we cannot afford to lose our indigenous languages, for in them lies the heart and soul of our identity as Ghanaians,” he stated.

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“Let us act now to protect and promote them, ensuring that future generations inherit not just the words, but the history, values, and wisdom they carry.”

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He further called on policymakers to incorporate indigenous language education into the national curriculum and promote its usage in public and private sectors.

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The MP also emphasised the need for media platforms to dedicate more airtime to local languages, ensuring that they remain widely spoken and appreciated.

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He concluded by urging all Ghanaians to take pride in their linguistic heritage, noting that preserving mother languages is not merely about communication but about protecting a rich legacy of knowledge and identity.

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