‘Stories From Accra’ exhibition opens at Ashesi University with artist talk by Aku Addy

The vibrant spirit of Ghana’s capital came alive at Ashesi University on February 27, 2026, when Ghanaian creative Aku Addy officially opened her exhibition, Stories From Accra, with an engaging artist talk and showcase.

The event drew students, faculty, art enthusiasts and members of the creative community, all eager to experience a body of work that celebrates Accra through bold digital art, cultural storytelling and sharp social commentary.

Stories From Accra is a curated collection of digital pieces inspired by Aku’s deep love for the city she calls home.

A trained copywriter with a keen sense of observation, she has built a reputation as a cultural contributor and social commentator, often sharing her reflections on social media. Her ability to distill everyday Ghanaian experiences into witty, visually striking works has made her art both relatable and thought-provoking.

Speaking during the artist talk, Aku described the exhibition as a “love letter” to Accra.

“History usually flattens so many parts of our collective identities into one thing. For years, Ghana has been seen through a few icons located in or just outside the capital. But there’s so much more to Ghana and Ghanaians than the Independence Arch. This collection is really a celebration of the ordinary Ghanaian, their roots and their communities, in a way we have never seen before, and I am so proud of it,” she explained.

Aku Addy traced her creative journey back to 2020, when she launched her podcast, Accra Stay By Plan, aimed at helping young people navigate the city more efficiently through practical tips and lived experiences.

“I started the podcast because I realised many young people were trying to ‘figure out’ Accra the hard way. I wanted to share hacks and insights that had worked for me,” she recounted.

In 2022, she founded Wollo, the brand that now houses all her art and related ventures, creating a structured platform for her expanding body of work.

While the exhibition reflects her broader artistic journey and captures key Ghanaian cultural moments, the centrepiece of the show is her evolving “stamps collection.” The grid — currently made up of 25 pieces — features stylised, cheeky interpretations of Ghanaian suburbs, using quirky icons and playful visuals to highlight the identity of each location.

“The stamps are my way of archiving Ghanaian spaces. Every suburb has a personality. The way we talk about East Legon is different from how we talk about Tema or Osu. I wanted to capture those nuances visually,” Aku Addy emphasised.

She added that the collection is still growing, with plans to expand beyond Accra to other regions of Ghana and eventually cities outside the country.

“This is just the beginning. I hope to cover as many places in Ghana and beyond as possible. Our stories deserve to travel,” she said.

The event not only marked the official opening of the exhibition but also created space for dialogue around art, identity, urban culture, and storytelling in contemporary Ghana.

For many attendees, Stories From Accra was more than an art show; it was a reflection of shared memories, inside jokes, and the evolving narrative of a city that continues to shape its people.

The exhibition remains open to the public from Monday to Friday until April 6, 2026, giving visitors ample opportunity to experience Aku Addy’s vibrant interpretation of Accra and the communities that shape the city’s identity.

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