According to ghana news agency:mpomah emphasized the importance of student participation, highlighting concerns that young people are increasingly opting for fast foods over local dishes. 'The festival gave us the opportunity to teach students about the nutritional value of our local foods. Many of them saw, for the first time, traditional meals they had only heard about. We want the youth to appreciate that eating local food is not a sign of poverty, but a healthy lifestyle that preserves our culture,' she said.

She also revealed plans to make the festival an annual event, with ambitions to include all 18 districts of the Volta Region, each showcasing their unique food heritage. 'If every district brings their own special dishes, we will get deeper into our roots, discover hidden recipes, and exhibit an even wider variety of foodstuffs,' she noted.

Mrs. Nyarko-Ampomah called on sponsors and stakeholders to support the initiative, asserting that culture encompasses language, dress, and food. She compared the integration of Christianity into cultural life to the potential for traditional foods to be embraced and celebrated. 'People travel far and wide to see originality, not photocopies. If we package our culture well, we will not only preserve it but also benefit economically through cultural tourism,' she added.

She further highlighted how well-presented festivals like the cuisine event could attract visitors interested in Ghana's cultural heritage, from food to dress, music, and traditional ceremonies. 'Tourism thrives on uniqueness. Nobody will travel to learn how to prepare instant noodles. They will come to see our original dishes, our ceremonies, our way of life. That is why we must invest in our culture and present it with pride,' she stressed.

The Director concluded by reaffirming CNC's commitment to using culture as a driver of social cohesion, education, and economic growth through cultural tourism.