‘We know what we do as spiritualists to keep Accra safe' – Ga Mantse

King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse and President of the Ga Traditional Council, has defended the spiritual traditions of the Ga people, insisting that their role in protecting Accra and maintaining peace in the capital must be respected and recognised. According to the Ga Mantse, the annual ban on drumming and noise-making is often misunderstood, with some people perceiving the traditional practice as a form of fetishism. He said the Ga Traditional Council understands the spiritual responsibilities it carries and the role of traditional spiritualists in maintaining the safety and peace of Accra. “We put a ban on drumming and noise-making and people feel that we are being fetishised and would refuse to accord us the needed respect and honour,” the Ga Mantse said on August 26, 2026 while addressing the media on his Sacred Crown Awards scheme. He stressed that the Ga spiritual system is supported by various traditional spiritual authorities, including the Naya Wollong, Sakumo Wollong, Kaule Wollong and Gbogu Wollong, among others. Why Akufo-Addo sacked Amoako-Atta, Benito Owusu-Bio, others in 2024 reshuffle – Henry Quartey explains “We know what we do as spiritualists that keeps this city and this capital safe. Without the Naya Sakumonowulomo, without the Korlewulomo… and all the Wulomo’s, that support this spiritual system, we would never have a peaceful capital,” he stated. King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II further argued that Ghana’s development must recognise the metaphysical and spiritual dimensions of the country’s history and identity. He said there was a need to promote greater recognition of African spirituality, heritage and traditional wellness, which he believes have been largely overlooked by existing recognition and award systems. “We have to call in order to recognise our spirituality, our African heritage and wellness,” he said. The Ga Mantse noted that although several award schemes exist in Ghana and around the world, there has been insufficient recognition of Ghana’s traditional spirituality, history, norms and cultural practices. “Our spirituality has never been recognised,” he added. @thekdn_ We put a ban on drumming and noise making and people think we’re being fetish and refuse to accord us with the needed respect — King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse. Follow KDN for more exclusive updates. - #KDN ♬ original sound - KDN AM #TrendingGH: 'We have used it for years' - Traders speak on Ethemax use Source: www.ghanaweb.com
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