Bernard Amankwah
Ghanaian gospel musician, Bernard Amankwah, has expressed his profound appreciation to all his fans and the media for their immense contribution towards the growth of his musical career.
Bernard Amankwah, who was honoured with two prestigious awards for his dedication to national and community volunteerism, believes his the awards are as a result of his hard work, adding that Ghanaian music fans have accepted his style of music.
Bernard Amankwah was honoured with enviable United States’ Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award under President Barack Obama in recognition and appreciation for his commitment to strengthening the nation and communities.
He was again honoured with a prestigious Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanitarianism from the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training.
Speaking in an interview with BEATWAVES, Bernard Amankwah said he never expected to be honoured by an international organisation, “It’s a great surprise and it means a lot, which for any musician is a great privilege.”
“I am saying a big thanks to God because without His assistance, I don’t think I would have come this far. I thank all my fans for supporting me throughout the years,” he said.
The gospel artiste, who attributes his success to hard work and God’s blessing and grace upon his life, expressed gratitude to the media in Ghana for providing him with the needed platforms to promote his music and brand.
According to him, he could not have achieved the success without the efforts of the media. He added that he is not just a singer but minister of the gospel of Christ and he uses his songs to promote the teachings of Christ.
He revealed that he joined the gospel music industry not for monetary gain, but to use music as medium to bring people closer to God.
He said his duty as a gospel artiste and a role model in society is to use music as a tool to educate people about the teachings of Christ.
“I have been in the music industry for the past two decades and I have dedicated my whole life and music to God to show appreciation for what He has done and continues to do for me,” he said.
He, however, urged gospel artistes in the country to use their music to educate their audiences about moral ways of life or values that could help them in their day to day activities.
By George Clifford Owusu