Renowned American singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder has officially become a Ghanaian citizen after taking the Oath of Allegiance and receiving his Certificate of Citizenship.
The ceremony, which occurred on Monday, May 13, at the Jubilee House, Ghana’s seat of government, marked his formal integration into Ghanaian society.
Kow Essuman, the legal counsel to President Akufo-Addo, extended congratulations to the celebrated musician for embracing Ghanaian citizenship in a social media post.
“Stevie Wonder is officially Ghanaian. He has just taken the Oath of Allegiance and received the Certificate of Citizenship by Registration at Jubilee House. Congratulations, Sir and welcome to Ghana,” he posted.
Interestingly, Stevie Wonder is also celebrating his 74th birthday today, as he was born on Saturday, May 13, 1950. Stevie Wonder, originally named Stevland Hardaway Morris, is globally recognized as a versatile artist, acclaimed for his talents as a singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer.
His impact extends across diverse music genres such as R&B, pop, soul, gospel, funk, and jazz, establishing him as a trailblazer in the music industry.