Ghanaians Mourn a Poet and Scholar Killed in Nairobi Mall Attack
It was a great honor for the poet and former UN Ambassador to speak to our small group of West Chester University students in 1995. He spent at least two hours talking to us about so many things about Ghana. When he signed his book for me, he asked me about my name, which means King. He noticed that my name was Scandinavian because it is spelled with a K. Most people with my name are spelled Eric, which has more of a German origin. This is so sad.
I have been seeing little things here and there about this attack in Nairobi. Unfortunately, I have limited internet access here in Wales. I hope I have paid proper tribute to him. I have always remembered him and will always remember him even more now. He was a tireless advocate for African people and for all people really. This will have shockwaves all through the African diaspora. Pay attention people.
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