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25th Anniversary Of Nene Sakite: VP Bawumia Commends Manya Krobo Traditional Area For Upholding Tradition
The Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has commended the Chiefs and people of the Manya Krobo Traditional Area for upholding their rich traditions and custom over the years.
Speaking at a grand durbar in Odumase Krobo on Friday to mark the 25th Anniversary of the enstoolment of Nene Sakite II, Paramount Chief of Manya Krobo Traditional Area, Dr. Bawumia noted that one of the functions of the chieftaincy institution is the preservation of culture, and he lauded Nene Sakite II and his elders for preserving the culture of their people for their continuous benefits.
“The Chieftaincy institution helps to promote peace in society. It ensures stability and development and serves as a unifying force. The chieftaincy institution also brings the people together and helps preserve the culture of the people,” Dr. Bawumia said.
“Celebrating 25 years on the throne as a Paramount Chief or Konor is no mean achievement, especially in ensuring that the past and present traditions did not manifest in only music and dance but in the better lives of the people in the municipality,” added the Vice President.
“Permit me to commend the Manya Krobo Traditional Area for maintaining and safeguarding its cultural heritage. Indeed, Manya Krobo is one of the Traditional Areas in the country that have great cultural attributions. It is needless to say that our tremendous efforts and achievements to date have been greatly influenced by the culture of kindness, hard work, self-determination, unity, common purpose as well as your arts, music and firm traditional values.”
Having served his people for 25 years, Dr. Bawumia commended Nene Sakite II, who is also the President of the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs, for his immense contributions to both his people and beyond.
“It has been an amazing journey for Nene so far, with your imprint firmly stamped on many aspects of life in the Manya Krobo Traditional Area. I am here not just to share in your moment of joy, but to remind us of our common heritage and the spirit of togetherness and unity that binds us all.”
“Your contribution to national development transcends this area. It embraces the entire country. I am proud of your achievement. You have lived and continue to live up to this institution.”
Among Nene Sakite’s achievements, which Dr. Bawumia highlighted, included setting up an educational fund for his people, putting in place measures to tackle the spread of HIV, as well as promoting peace and development.
“Let me hasten to say that the reign of Nene Sakite II has promoted peace, stability and ensured development in the area. As long as there is stability in the society, development is ensured.”
While assuring Nene Sakite II of government’s continuous partnership for more development, Dr. Bawumia listed a number of infrastructure projects the government of President Akufo-Addo has built for the area, including classroom blocks, health facilities, extension of electricity, among others.
The Ghana Tourism Development Company, GTDC, under the leadership of Prof.Kobby Mensah has launched GTDC Campus Tourism Office at the University of Ghana.
The initiative aims to promote educational and domestic tourism by providing structured campus tour experiences showcasing key heritage sites, including the Archaeology Museum and the School of Performing Arts.
It will also offer students their first travel experience across the continent and inculcate in them love to visit Ghana’s heritage sites.
Addressing the gathering at the launch yesterday, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, described tourism as a vehicle for education and heritage preservation, stressing that the sector must inspire citizens to value and protect national culture for future generations.
The minister highlighted tourism’s connection to disciplines such as history, the arts, economics and environmental science.
The minister further noted that the private sector is the engine of tourism economy, adding that the engines require fuel, which is talents.” by investing in these young people today, you are securing the quality, the innovation and competitiveness of our own industry for tomorrow.
She added that the establishment of the office represents a deliberate investment in the intellectual capital of the country.
The GTDC boss, Prof.Kobby Mensah, said,”at GTDC, we believe that if our tourism has to be sustainable, we have to promote domestic tourism and a very big part of it is getting students to appreciate tourism and helping them to organise tours.”
He added that the University of Ghana itself is a huge heritage site which must be explored.
Prof.Kobby Mensah noted that the initiative, which is one of many to be established across the country, is a joint partnership between GTDC and University of Ghana.
The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof.Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, said the University is a custodian of heritage which goes beyond the structures and welcomed the establishment of the first Campus Tourism Office.
She was optimistic that the office would be put to good use to achieve the intended purpose.
The launch brought together Stakeholders reaffirming their commitment to nurturing future tourism and hospitality professionals.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghana has officially accepted an invitation to serve as Guest Country at Burkina Faso’s 22nd National Culture Week in Bobo-Dioulasso from April 22 to May 2, 2026.
The invitation was extended by Burkina Faso’s Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, Gilbert Noël Ouédraogo, accompanied by the Ambassador of Burkina Faso to Ghana, H.E. David Kabré.
Receiving the delegation, Abla Dzifa Gomashie reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening cultural diplomacy and strengthening historic ties between the two nations.
She noted that the festival will create opportunities for young creatives, expand exhibition platforms and promote commercial exchange within the creative sector.
The event will feature cultural performances, a community village and gastronomy fair, an arts market, literary engagements, and a craft and trade fair.
Ghana’s participation is expected to further strengthen bilateral relations between John Dramani Mahama and Ibrahim Traoré, while fostering collaboration within the creative ecosystems of both countries.
