Daniel Abbiw
Daniel Abbiw is a renowned Ghanaian botanist and ethnobotanical researcher, celebrated for his advocacy to declare the Odum tree as Ghana's national plant. With a career spanning decades, he has authored significant works such as 'Useful Plants of Ghana' and 'Traditional and Religious Plants of West Africa.' Despite facing challenges, including visual impairment and lack of official recognition for his contributions, Abbiw remains dedicated to promoting the cultural and ecological significance of the Odum tree, which he believes is a vital symbol of Ghana's heritage.
Born on Sep 03, 1939 (86 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana | 1 | 7.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 50,690 | $67,000 | 109$ |
| Totals | 1 | 31,072,945 | 50,690 | $67,000 | 109$ |
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Ghana:
Daniel Abbiw has renewed calls on national authorities to declare the Odum tree as Ghana’s national plant.
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