Pioneer educator, advocate and gardner: the story of Alberta Akoley Adobea Ollennu (1918-2017)
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[Alberta Akoley Adobea Ollennu, affectionately known as “Mama” or “Madam,” was a pioneering educator, devoted Christian, and tireless advocate for women, children, and the elderly in Ghana. A trailblazer in Home Economics and girls’ education, she played a foundational role in shaping national educational policy, advancing professional training, and strengthening social development across church, state, and community institutions. Recognized nationally and internationally—including the honor of appearing on Ghanaian postage stamps—she left an enduring public legacy. Alberta’s life embodied a holistic vision of service that wove together faith, education, discipline, and social responsibility.]
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