UK-Based Ghanaian Father Laments as Children Refuse to Visit Ghana Over ‘Jungle’ Stereotype
- A Ghanaian father told Fuse ODG his UK-born children refused to visit Ghana, believing it was a jungle with animals
- The father sought advice on changing his children’s perception, prompting Fuse ODG to blame European education
- Ghanaians reacted, criticising the father and stressing the importance of cultural education to counter outdated African stereotypes
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A Ghanaian father has shared a 'racial' frustration with British-Ghanaian singer Fuse ODG over his children’s refusal to visit Ghana.
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While appearing on the 'Leading Britain Conversation (LBC)' show, the popular singer was asked for advice after a UK-based Ghanaian father cited his children's misconception that Ghana is a jungle filled with animals.
According to the father, he has four children born in the UK, and sadly, none of them are interested in visiting their home country
In his words:
“I have four children, and they all have no interest in going to Ghana. They still think we live in the midst of animals and the jungle.”
Father laments as kids refuse visiting Ghana
The father's statement was then followed by a plea on how to change his children's mindset and their perception of Ghana, and also of Africa at large.
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Fuse ODG, in response, blamed the European curriculum and educational system for misleading young children about Africa and its countries.
He advised that parents should go the extra mile to educate their children on their African history.
Watch the video below.
Ghanaians react as children refuse visiting Ghana
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched the video shared by EDHUB on X. Some of the comments are below.
@GhanaSocialUni commented:
"Then he’s not doing a good job as a father if his children think this way."
@Airdropglobal5 said:
"When he should have been taking his children on holiday to Ghana every year. The children would have become familiar with the country, their extended family, and see positive representations of black achievement there, which is not the case in the UK."
@SamTuga44 wrote:
"In this era of internet? I blame the father; he’s a failure."
@KSnetne commented:
"This father’s words highlight a persistent challenge: misconceptions about Africa, even among those with direct roots there. It’s a reminder of the importance of cultural education and positive storytelling, so younger generations can see Ghana, and Africa as a whole, for its rich history, vibrant cities, and opportunities, rather than outdated stereotypes. Fuse ODG’s work in promoting African pride is exactly the kind of bridge that can help change such mindsets."
@ma_kafuii wrote:
"He’s failed as a father. He’s supposed to give them reasons why they should visit Ghana, he must have told them himself that Ghana looks like a jungle. The Blackman mentality is insane."
Ghanaian man spends £14k, stays in Ghana
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that a Ghanaian man who spent £14,000 to relocate to the UK decided to remain in Ghana after finding the cost of living abroad was too high.
He explained that life in Ghana offers him better job satisfaction, financial stability, and peace of mind compared to his experience in the UK.
His story sparked mixed reactions online, with many Ghanaians commending his decision and sharing their own thoughts on life abroad.
Source: YEN.com.gh
