By Opesika Tetteh Puplampu, GNA
Ada, Aug. 06, GNA – Elders of the Kudzragbe Clan in the Ada Traditional Area have called for unity among members to promote peace, reconciliation and development as activities for the 89th Ada Asafotufiami Festival begin.
The appeal comes amid recent disagreements surrounding the Wetsoyi Stool, which the elders said had negatively affected the progress and cohesion of the clan.
In an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA), Nomo Emmanuel Ofoe Agbenyegah, the head of the Fuvie-Wornorwem Family, said the entire Kudzragbe Clan had endorsed Nene Adela Haviatse Vleh II, successor to the late divisional chief and urged all members to rally behind the leadership in the interest of peace and development.
He noted that the Asafotufiami Festival presented an opportunity for reconciliation and renewed commitment to the welfare of the clan and the Ada State.
Nomo Agbenyegah explained that resources left behind by their ancestors was what were being drained away to pursue court cases, which was causing more harm to the clan than good.
Nomo Ofoe Akpo, the Stool Father of Labiawem, also appealed to members of the clan to put aside their differences and work together for the common good.
Nomo Akpo said the festival was not only a period for celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Ada people but also a time for reflection on the past, assessment of the present and planning for the future development of the Kudzragbe Clan and the Ada State.
He expressed optimism that the renewed spirit of unity would strengthen the clan and contribute to the overall peace and development of the traditional area.
The annual Ada Asafotufiami Festival officially commenced on Thursday with the traditional Soobi Soobi procession, marking the beginning of a week-long celebration dedicated this year to purification, spiritual renewal and communal reflection.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo/ Christabel Addo
Reporter: Opesika Tetteh Puplampu, GNA