Prominent Ghanaian media personality, Kofi Okyere Darko, known as KOD, has composed a poem dedicated to the former Minister of Trade and Industry, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen. Alan Kyerematen recently made headlines by announcing his candidacy as an independent candidate for the upcoming 2024 presidential elections in Ghana.
During a press conference held on September 25, Alan Kyerematen articulated his vision for bringing about change in Ghana, particularly for the youth, through the establishment of a new Movement for Change. This decision came after his resignation from the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
KOD shared the poem he crafted in honor of Alan Kyerematen on his official Facebook page. The poem, which metaphorically depicts a butterfly breaking free from its cocoon and embarking on a journey in the world, has been interpreted by many as a reflection of Alan’s departure from the NPP and his aspiration to run independently in the upcoming elections.
The poem has generated widespread attention, sparking discussions about Alan Kyerematen’s independent candidacy and its implications.
Below is an excerpt of the post.
“In gardens kissed by morning’s gentle light,
A butterfly emerges, takes its flight.
From cocoon’s cradle, it breaks free, anew,
Embarking on a journey bright and true.
With fragile wings, it flutters through the air,
A symbol of rebirth, a sight so fair.
Its colors dance like rainbows in the sky,
As it explores, so graceful, so high.
The world unfolds, a canvas for its dreams,
In every petal and in crystal streams.
Each flower’s nectar, a sweet, tempting call,
Invites the butterfly to savor all.
So, let us learn from this winged friend’s grace,
As we begin our journey, find our place.
Like butterflies, we too can start anew,
In every dawn, our dreams can take their cue.
With courage, spread your wings, embrace the chance,
To change, to grow, to join the cosmic dance.
For life’s a journey, full of wonder’s gleam,
Just like a butterfly in morning’s dream”
