Enstooled by the Osu Djaasze and the absolute Osu Throne, HRM TeTeeTe Nii Nortey Owuo IV, His Royal Highness Jeroboam Yah Nii Armah Blackwell (Yahu Blackwell), known formally as King Nii Armah Gbejelor The First (Osu Noryaa Mantse) of House Adu Kpono, is poised to make significant strides in transforming Osu, particularly in the realms of education and community development.
His royal highness is a royal descendant of the slaves taken from the Osu slave castle in Ghana, ultimately settling in Northumberland County, Virginia USA.
He hails from 4 generations of Osu Gadangme American Negro’s (grandfathers) that fought and served in American wars;
Grand Army of the Republic – 1st US Colored Calvary, Civil War, WW1, WW2.
He is the political bridge between the Osu soil and the Americas.
King Jeroboam Yah Nii Armah Blackwell (Gbejelor The First) passion for education is evident in his numerous initiatives aimed at providing quality education to the children of Osu.
He believes that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering the next generation to achieve their fullest potential.
Through scholarships, school refurbishments, and the provision of learning materials, Blackwell has positively impacted the educational landscape of the community.
Yahu Blackwell’s vision extends beyond education. He is dedicated to creating an environment where the youth of Osu can thrive and succeed.
This includes initiatives aimed at skills training, mentorship programs, and creating job opportunities.
His holistic approach to development ensures that the youth are not only educated but also equipped with the necessary tools to build successful careers.
Driven by his commitment to making a broader impact, Yahu Blackwell is eager to meet with President Donald Trump.
He is eager to discuss his successful frameworks and share his vision for expanding these initiatives on a national scale, not just for the Osu Kingdom, but the Osu Diaspora as well.
He believes that with presidential support, his model can be replicated in other communities, leading to widespread improvements in education and economic opportunities across Ghana and the USA.
Yahu Blackwell’s work in Osu stands as a testament to the power of dedicated community leaders. His focus on education and development has set a benchmark for what can be achieved when passion meets purpose.
As he seeks to engage with global and national leaders, there is hope that his successful frameworks will inspire broader changes, bringing prosperity and growth to even more communities.
