Sankanna Traditional Council to Honour Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang As a Development Queen Mother

The Sankanna Traditional Council has announced plans to install Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), as the Development Queen Mother for the Sankanna traditional area. This honour is being bestowed upon her as a token of appreciation for her development projects and support to the Sankanna community during her tenure as Minister of Education under the NDC administration.

The ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 15th, 2024, during the climax of the annual Kalibi festival celebrated by the chiefs and people of Sankanna. The festival is a significant event in the region, commemorating the resistance and victory of the people of Sankanna over slave raiders during the era of the slave trade.

According to Naa Bernard Mornah, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang will be officially outdoored as the Development Queen Mother for the Sankanna traditional area in the presence of thousands of residents and dignitaries. According to him, the title is a testament to her dedication to the development of the Sankanna community, which has been a hallmark of her public service career.

The Kalibi festival, which dates back to the pre-colonial era, is a celebration of the bravery and resilience of the people of Sankanna. It is an opportunity for the chiefs and people of the traditional area to come together and reflect on their rich cultural heritage and historical achievements.

The installation of Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang as Development Queen Mother is seen as a fitting tribute to her contributions to the growth and development of the Sankanna community. Her commitment to education, particularly in rural areas, has been widely recognized and appreciated by the people of Sankanna.

The ceremony is expected to attract a large crowd of residents and dignitaries from across the region and country, who will gather to pay homage to Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and celebrate her new title. The event is also expected to boost local tourism and promote cultural exchange between visitors and hosts.

Mr. Eric Dakurah, the secretary to the Sankanna Traditional Council speaking to Info Radio in an interview expressed gratitude on behalf of the people of Sankanna to Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang for her unwavering support to the development of the Sankanna community. "We are proud to recognize Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang's outstanding contributions to our community and acknowledge her commitment to education and development,”.

The installation ceremony on June 15th is set to be a momentous occasion for the people of Sankanna, who will come together to celebrate their heritage and honour a distinguished leader who has made a lasting impact on their community.

Prof.Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang being welcomed at the Wa Airport on Thursday