Most youths under 35 years have given diverse opinions on their experiences with tradition and culture in connection with royal funeral and burial organisation.
While some are impressed with the rich culture Ghana has, others are of the view such practices should be limited to those interested.
The New Juaben Traditional Area over the weekend held a burial ceremony (Doteyie) for its late chief and Queen mother, Daasebre Professor Emeritus Oti Boateng and Nana Yaa Dani II respectively in Koforidua-Srodae.
The ceremony saw many dignitaries, sympathisers and traditional leaders coming to the Regional capital, amidst a display of Ghana’s rich culture and traditions.
Among the top dignitaries includes President Akufo-Addo and Vice president Dr Alhaji Bawumia, former President Agyekum Kufuor, Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu and many other traditional leaders, ministers of state as well as people from the diaspora.
Speaking to the reporter on Monday, 16th May 2022, a section of the youth even though expressed worry at the demise of their traditional leaders, were also happy to be part of the history it brings.
“I am 30 years and I must admit this is my first time experiencing this kind of funeral. I never knew Ghana has this future and traditions” a youth told the reporter.
A taxi driver, Ayass also indicated that “I have seen rich people die but their funeral ceremonies have not been like this. This is not about money or the worth of a person but I can see that it is all about our tradition. In fact, I have learnt a lot, my brother”.
Source: Mybrytnewsroom.com/Kwabena Nyarko Abronoma
