By Agnes Ansah
Accra, May 18, GNA – Madam Leelai M. Kpukuyou, public speaker and social reformist, has urged Ghanaian youth to overcome daily adversities and strive to become future leaders.
Speaking at the launch of her book “The Light I Carried Through the Storm” in Accra, Madam Kpukuyou emphasised the power of determination in facing life’s challenges.
“No matter what you go through, you can rise,” she stated.
The 65-page memoir recounts her childhood experiences and the resilience that shaped her. Born in Liberia, Madam Kpukuyou shared how her early life was disrupted by the Liberian Civil War, forcing her father to flee with her to Ghana for refuge.
Despite the hardships, she rose above the circumstances and built a successful life.
She encouraged the youth to draw inspiration from her journey and confront their own struggles.
“Do not wait to be perfect before you can become powerful. Lead wherever you find yourself,” she said.
Madam Kpukuyou urged young people to rise above identity crises, poverty, suppression, and oppression, adding, “Be encouraged that the most broken beginning can end well.”
On why she chose to launch her book in Ghana rather than Liberia, she explained:
“I launched the book in Ghana to show my gratitude to the support I received; Ghana held me when I was at my lowest; Ghana embraced me when I had nothing.”
Alhaji Aminu Iddrisu, CEO of Abuya Group and Chairman of the event, encouraged the youth to read Madam Kpukuyou’s story.
He praised the book as a compelling narrative worth learning from.
The event was attended by several prominent Ghanaians and Liberians, including Madam Musu Jatu Ruhle, Liberian Ambassador to Ghana, and traditional leaders.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Sackey