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The Akan people in Ghana have a creation myth that tells the story of Nyame, the sky god, bringing light to the world. In the beginning, the world was covered in darkness, but when Nyame descended to earth with a golden stool, the darkness lifted and a bright light filled the world. The golden stool symbolizes Nyame's divine authority, and with this act, he declared himself the ruler of the cosmos. Number 6. The Akan people. In the lush forests and fertile lands of Ghana, the Akan people embrace a creation myth that celebrates the arrival of Nyame, the sky god, and the unfolding of the world as we know it. According to Akan folklore, in the beginning, the world was covered by a thick, impenetrable darkness. Then, from the celestial realm, Nyame descended, carrying with him a radiant golden stool, an emblem of his divine authority. As Nyame's feet touched the earth, the darkness lifted and a dazzling light illuminated the world. The golden stool, symbolic of his divine presence, floated gracefully down and landed upon it. With this divine act, Nyame declared himself the supreme ruler of the cosmos.