In a historic celebration marked by cultural pride and unity, the Rastafari Council, Ghana has introduced Nii Ayeh Darko Congo Mpese Teteete I as the Pan African & Diaspora Chief of the Ga State to the Rastafari community.
The event drew representatives from the Rastafari Council, Ghana, traditional leaders, dignitaries, and members of the diaspora community, emphasizing the significance of strengthening Rastafari identity within Ghana and across the African continent.
The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Honorable Minister, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, who was represented at the event, by Kofi Ohene Benning, Director for Finance and Administration at the ministry conveyed greetings and support from the Minister and the Deputy Minister, Mark Okraku Mantey.
Reaffirming Ghana's commitment to celebrating African heritage and resilience, the Minister highlighted its initiatives, including the annual Emancipation Day and landmark projects such as the Year of Return and Beyond the Return, launched to encourage Africans in the diaspora to reconnect with their roots in Ghana. "Today's ceremony reflects our shared commitment to advancing a stronger community rooted in cultural pride, unity, and resilience," noted the Ministry's representative. "Through projects like the Music Wall of Fame in the Western Region, the renovation of the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and new facilities across Ghana, the Ministry continues to foster spaces where heritage and history can thrive." The secretary of the Mpese Royal House, Nii Wolloh indicated that Nii Ayeh Darko Congo Mpese Teteete I will engage with like-minded persons and organizations to pursue a development agenda in the interest of the Rastafari and Pan African community and Ghanaians at large.