The Ga Traditional Council has cancelled a planned event titled “2025 Ibo Day in Ghana/New Yam Festival”, which was scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the Efua Sutherland Children’s Park in Accra.
The event, organized by Eze Dr. Amb. Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu, popularly known as the Igbo King of Ghana, has sparked controversy after the Council raised concerns about its potential impact on peace and security within the Ga State.
In a strongly worded statement, the Council referred to a previous press release dated July 9, 2025, where the public was cautioned against hosting traditional or cultural festivities aimed at “importing Igbo culture” into Ga lands without proper clearance or recognition.
The Ga Mantse, HRM King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for immediate intervention from authorities to ensure the event does not take place. He stressed the importance of protecting the cultural integrity of the Ga people and maintaining harmony among the diverse ethnic groups living in Accra.
The cancellation comes after a week of heated discussions surrounding Eze Ihenetu, who recently made headlines when he was reportedly denied access to greet the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, at a public function.
The Council has assured the public that security agencies have been notified to prevent any possible breaches of peace on the scheduled day of the festival.
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