The quiet town of Ohawu in the Ketu North Municipality is set to make history this Saturday as Ohawu Agricultural College hosts the official launch of Anlo Hogbetsotso Za 2025.
The event marks the first time the celebrated festival will be unveiled from the heart of Ghana’s agricultural education hub.
The launch, themed “Building Bridges – From Common History to a Common Destiny,” represents a symbolic convergence of tradition, education, and development.
For the Volta Region’s only agricultural college—currently awaiting transformation into a university—the visibility could not be more timely. The occasion shines a national spotlight on the institution’s role in linking Ghana’s cultural heritage with its agricultural future.
A Convergence of Leaders
The landmark celebration is expected to attract a high-level gathering of traditional rulers, government officials, and political leaders, including the Minister of Agriculture, Eric Opoku; the Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu; and Edem Agbana, MP for Ketu North.
Their presence underscores the strategic importance of connecting cultural celebration with agricultural policy and development advocacy.
At the heart of the traditional delegation will be Togbi Agbesi-Awusu II, the Awadada of Anlo, supported by Togbi Adrakpanya IV, Togbi Kporhor III of Ohawu, and other Anlo chiefs. Their participation transforms the college into a temporary traditional capital, giving the festival’s launch both cultural legitimacy and historic weight.
Cultural Heritage Meets Education
The festival will bring authentic Anlo cultural expression to the campus, with traditional drumming, dance, and performances from the Anlo Kotsiklololoawo.
For students and faculty, the event offers a rare cultural experience and opportunities to connect agricultural education with ancestral farming knowledge and sustainability practices. By merging cultural heritage with modern training, the event reinforces the idea that traditional wisdom and scientific innovation can jointly advance Ghana’s agricultural development.
Regional Impact and Development Opportunities
Beyond its cultural significance, the launch offers clear economic and developmental benefits. Ohawu and surrounding communities are expected to welcome an influx of visitors, generating business opportunities for local vendors, transport operators, and farmers.
The presence of national and regional policymakers also provides a rare platform to highlight the college’s infrastructure challenges and its long-standing push for university status. For Ketu North, the festival elevates the municipality’s profile as both a cultural and educational hub, with the potential to attract future conferences and investment.
A Defining Moment
The partnership between the Anlo Dukor Council, Anlo Youth Council, and Ohawu Agricultural College makes this festival launch a defining moment for southeastern Ghana. It bridges culture and development, positioning the college not only as an academic institution but also as a cultural and strategic centre of national relevance.
With The Multimedia Group as media partner, Saturday’s event promises to amplify the visibility of both the festival and the college, reinforcing the role of cultural celebration as a catalyst for educational advancement and regional transformation.
Source: Ivy Setordjie
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