By Opesika Tetteh Puplampu
Big Ada, Aug. 08, GNA — MTN Ghana has donated GH¢30,000 in cash, GH¢2,000 worth of airtime and assorted drink hampers, to support activities marking the 89th Ada Asafotufiami Festival.
The donation, presented by Mr Francis Gyang, the Sales Manager for MTN’s Southeast Business District, reaffirmed the telecommunications company’s commitment to preserving Ghana’s cultural heritage and supporting traditional institutions.
Mr Gyang described the Asafotufiami Festival as more than a cultural celebration, saying it represented the history, resilience and unity of the Ada people while serving as a platform for tourism and community development.
He noted that the 89th edition was particularly significant, as it paved the way for next year’s landmark 90th anniversary celebration.
Mr Gyang said MTN Ghana was equally celebrating a milestone, marking 30 years of its operations in Ghana, making the occasion a convergence of two important anniversaries.
“For 19 years running, MTN has stood beside the Ada Traditional Area during this festival, and that consistency is not by accident. It reflects who we are as a brand; a company that measures its success not only in networks and numbers, but also in the lives we touch and the communities we help build,” he said.
He said the company’s partnership with Ada formed part of a broader commitment to supporting traditional councils across the country because investing in cultural institutions was an investment in the future of communities.
He announced that MTN would establish customer experience centres at strategic locations during the festival to provide support services, engage customers, and address concerns throughout the celebrations.
Mr Gyang expressed appreciation to the chiefs and people of Ada for their trust and loyalty over the past three decades, describing them as an integral part of MTN’ success story, and wished them peace, unity, good health and prosperity as they celebrate the festival.
Receiving the donation on behalf of the Ada Traditional Council, Asafoatsengua Buertey Okumko Obuampong IV, the Senior Warlord of the Adibiawe Clan and Vice Chairman of the 89th Asafotufiami Planning Committee, expressed appreciation to MTN Ghana for its continuous support towards the successful organisation of the annual festival.
Nene Agudey Obitchere III, the Manklalo of Ada and Chairman of the Planning Committee, disclosed that the 2027 edition of the Asafotufiami Festival, would mark the 90th celebration and coincided with the Golden Jubilee, marking 50 years of the reign of Nene Kabu Abram Akuaku III, the Paramount Chief of the Ada Traditional Area.
He appealed to MTN Ghana to partner the Ada State in commemorating the three significant milestones: MTN @30, Nene Ada @50, and Asafotufiami @90, describing the occasion as a unique opportunity to celebrate enduring partnerships, leadership and cultural heritage.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo/ Christabel Addo
Reporter: Opesika Tetteh Puplampu