(née Odame; 26 January 1957 – 8 May 2014) Peggy Oppong, the pen name for Margaret Safo, was a highly accomplished writer renowned for her captivating romantic fiction novels. With a strong educational background in English and Russian languages, Peggy Oppong held a BA (Hons) degree from the University of Ghana, Legon. Additionally, she possessed an MPhil in communication studies from the same university. Throughout her writing career, Peggy Oppong penned numerous engaging novels that captivated readers with their heartfelt stories and memorable characters. Notable Works include: Beneath the Cover, Crocodiles in the Pillows, Echoes from the Past
(née Odame; 26 January 1957 – 8 May 2014) Peggy Oppong, the pen name for Margaret Safo, was a highly accomplished writer renowned for her captivating romantic fiction novels. With a strong educational background in English and Russian languages, Peggy Oppong held a BA (Hons) degree from the University of Ghana, Legon. Additionally, she possessed an MPhil in communication studies from the same university. Throughout her writing career, Peggy Oppong penned numerous engaging novels that captivated readers with their heartfelt stories and memorable characters. Notable Works include: Beneath the Cover, Crocodiles in the Pillows, Echoes from the Past
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