Abla Dzifa Gomashie, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, has assured the family of the late highlife icon, Bob Pinodo, that the nation will preserve and promote his legacy.
The Minister gave the assurance when the family of the late Robert Kweku Idan, popularly known as Bob Pinodo, paid a courtesy call on her in Accra on Friday, February 13, to formally notify the government of his passing and announce the funeral arrangements.
In her remarks to the bereaved family, Madam Gomashie acknowledged the pain of grief and encouraged them to remain strong during the difficult period.
“We are not taught coping mechanisms for grief. Although the scar may remain, the pain does ease with time. This difficult moment will pass, and you will regain strength. So be steadfast,” she said.
The Minister stressed that Bob Pinodo’s contributions to Ghana’s cultural landscape would not be forgotten, describing the work of preserving and promoting his legacy as a shared responsibility between the family and the nation.
She further underscored the importance of documenting and safeguarding the stories, works and relics of veteran musicians while they are alive, lamenting the missed opportunities over the years to properly archive such histories.
The Minister described Bob Pinodo’s impact on Ghana’s music industry as enduring and pledged institutional support to ensure that his memory and contributions to the creative arts sector remain alive for future generations.
Speaking on behalf of the family, Bessa Simons, President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), described the late musician as a global ambassador who travelled extensively to promote Ghanaian music.
He announced that the main funeral rites would be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, and urged the younger generation to explore Bob Pinodo’s rich body of work, including his popular hit “Disco Dance” and his gospel repertoire.
Bob Pinodo is remembered as a pioneering figure whose artistry significantly contributed to the growth and international recognition of Ghana’s creative arts industry.
