Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has been honoured by the Oguaa Traditional Council at the Emintsimadze Palace in Cape Coast, ahead of the 2025 PANAFEST celebration scheduled for 26 July.
The visit was to express gratitude to the Paramount Chief of the Oguaa Traditional Area, Osabarima Kwesi Atta II, and to reaffirm the government’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with traditional authorities across the country.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang was accompanied by the Central Regional Minister, Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere; the Mayor of Cape Coast, George Justice Arthur; and other dignitaries. She was warmly welcomed by Queen Mothers of the area, along with Municipal and District Chief Executives from the region.
As part of her visit, the Vice President made donations towards the upcoming festival, including crates of soft drinks, bottles of whisky, and cartons of bottled water.
In her address on Friday, 25 July, she emphasised the vital role traditional leaders play in national development and called on the Council to maintain their support and vigilance in promoting unity and progress.
She also expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Council for their consistent support and prayers over the years.
As a gesture of recognition, Osabarima Kwesi Atta II presented the Vice President with a Certificate of Achievement and a plaque, urging her to remain steadfast in her service to the nation.
Source: Obed King Gaglo
