Accra: The Krowor Municipal Assembly, in collaboration with the Member of Parliament for Krowor, Madam Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has donated various items to the Nungua Traditional Area as part of preparations for the Homowo Festival.
According to Ghana News Agency, the donated items comprised bottles of water, bags of maize, cartons of drinks, schnapps, palm fruits, gallons of palm oil, jerseys, footballs, and stockings. These were distributed to the palace of the Nungua Chief, the residence of Gborbu Wulomor, the clan houses of Nungua, and the Nungua football team.
Mr. Paul Afotey Quaye, the Krowor Municipal Chief Executive, emphasized the Assembly's responsibility and legal obligation to promote the cultural heritage of the people as stipulated by the Local Governance Act. He highlighted the importance of joining the traditional leaders and the community in observing the Homowo celebration and traditions.
Mr. Quaye also noted that the Assembly had implemented security measures to maintain peace during the festive period. He encouraged the public to adhere to the country's laws during the celebrations, reassuring that security personnel would address any lawbreaking incidents.
Furthermore, Mr. Quaye urged the youth to partake in the celebrations peacefully and responsibly. He extended his wishes to the traditional leaders and the people of Nungua for a successful festival, hoping for continued prosperity and development within the municipality.
Nii Kplen Jalesane, Nungua Oblantai Mantse, expressed gratitude to the Assembly and the MP for their contributions to the Homowo celebration. He also anticipated further support from other entities. Nii Jalesane announced that the Nungua Traditional Council would lift the ban on noise making on July 7, 2025, while cautioning the public about individuals falsely claiming to represent the stool and traditional leaders.
He clarified that official representatives from the Council carry identification cards, urging churches, mosques, restaurants, and bar owners to comply with the traditions and rules of the stool during the festival. Nii Jalesane reminded the community that while the Homowo Festival focuses on cultural preservation and unification, certain measures are necessary to uphold peace and stability.
He advised the youth to refrain from engaging in social vices, warning that those caught breaking the law would face consequences from the authorities.
