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Nana Asaase

Ghanaian poet

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Nana Asaase was a Ghanaian poet.

Philip Boakye Dua Oyinka, popularly known as Nana Asaase is a poet, literary coach and writer. He is also a member of the National Folklore Board. He was born on 12 December and comes from Koforidua in the Eastern Region of Ghana. Nana Asaase, a name which means "King of the Earth" in the Akan dialect Twi, was conferred on him by his grandmother.

Education For his secondary education, Nana Asaase attended St. Augustine's College, Cape Coast. In 2010, he was awarded a bachelor's degree in English and History from the University of Ghana, Legon.

Career He was a public relations assistant at Saatchi & Saatchi from 2010 to 2011. In 2011, he became the public relations executive at Global Media Alliance for a year and is currently a literary coach at Asaase Inscription.

He is also a board member of the Open Foundation for West Africa (OFWA).

List of his poetry works Life of Colours-Sancho Ignites Communion of Lies Sternly to the Day; Gently to the Earth Intoxicated Mirrors-London on fire Ephiphania Mental Pictures V

Mental Pictures He organises the annual Mental Pictures with the recent been Mental Pictures VIII: Bagyina Reloaded.

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Important facts

Born
Koforidua
Occupation
Education
St. Augustine's College, University of Ghana
Also known as
Philip Boakye Dua Oyinka

Frequently asked questions

Who was Nana Asaase?

Ghanaian poet

When was Nana Asaase born?

Nana Asaase was born in Koforidua.

What was Nana Asaase's occupation?

Nana Asaase was a poet.

What nationality was Nana Asaase?

Nana Asaase was Ghanaian.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Nana Asaase

Β· Wikidata: Q99386276

Β· DBpedia: Nana Asaase

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