The last Akwesidae festival for the year, organised by Nananom Progressive UK, was successfully held at Houndsfield Primary School, Edmonton, North London, bringing together members of the Ghanaian community to celebrate culture, tradition and unity.
The event was honoured by the presence of the Deputy Ghana High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, Hon. Aquinas Quansah, who attended as the special guest.
Addressing the gathering, Hon. Quansah made a strong appeal to Ghanaian community groups in the UK to celebrate Akwesidae as one united body rather than in factions.
He emphasised that unity among Ghanaians abroad strengthens cultural identity, promotes harmony, and enhances the collective voice of the community both in the diaspora and back home in Ghana.
The Deputy High Commissioner further pledged to convene a meeting with all relevant stakeholders, including traditional leaders and community organisations, to foster unity and ensure a shared understanding of the importance of celebrating one recognised Akwesidae festival in the UK.
The festival was graced by the presence of several prominent traditional leaders, including Otumfuo Saamanhene and Ankobeahene, Nana Opoku, Nana Asamoah Kokote, the Amoafo Sompahene, and Nana Arhin, the Trede Manwerehene, among others. Their participation added cultural significance and reaffirmed the enduring role of chieftaincy in preserving Ghanaian heritage abroad.
The successful hosting of the final Akwesidae festival of the year highlighted the resilience of Ghanaian traditions in the diaspora and renewed calls for unity as the community looks ahead to future celebrations.
By Sirrichie/Rainbowradioonline.cm/Ghana
