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Okomfo Nana Baffour Gyau, a respected traditional priest and spiritual leader of the Asuo Pamoo Spiritual and Herbal Home in Sefwi Abofrem, has called on Ghanaians to return to their roots by observing vital traditional customs, such as Akwasidae, Awukudae, Dabone, and Fofie. The priest believes the neglect of these spiritual practices has led to a surge in illnesses, untimely deaths, and other misfortunes affecting the nation.
In a heartfelt speech, Okomfo Nana Baffour Gyau explained that in ancient times, these rituals were deeply connected to the spiritual protection of the people. He emphasized that ancestors and local gods worked to shield the land and its inhabitants from diseases, accidents, and untimely death by ensuring the faithful observance of these sacred days.
“Our forefathers knew the importance of spiritual observances like Dabone, where they refrained from certain activities, particularly farm work, to avoid bad luck and misfortune,” he said. “By dedicating these days to honor the gods, they ensured protection and prosperity for the people.”
The priest lamented the growing disregard for these traditions, especially with the rising influence of Christianity, which has overshadowed indigenous practices. Okomfo Nana Baffour Gyau warned that abandoning these time-honored customs has opened the door to the health challenges, accidents, and premature deaths now prevalent in Ghana.
“The failure to observe Akwasidae, Awukudae, Dabone, and Fofie has left us vulnerable,” the priest declared. “We have turned our backs on the protective power of our ancestors, and this neglect is manifesting in sickness and misfortune across the country.”
Okomfo Nana Baffour Gyau further urged Ghanaians to reconsider their focus on foreign religions, especially Christianity, which he described as a foreign belief system, and instead return to the spiritual wisdom of their ancestors. He emphasized that by embracing these traditional practices, the nation could regain the protection, peace, and blessings that once safeguarded the land.
The priest’s call to action is a plea for a national reawakening, encouraging Ghanaians to reconnect with their cultural and spiritual heritage. By observing Akwasidae, Awukudae, Dabone, and Fofie, he believes that the country can overcome the rising tide of sickness, untimely deaths, and other challenges that threaten its future.
By Simon Opoku Afriyie
