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Yagbonwura Storms Anloga As Gonja Overlord Joins Hogbetsotso Festival

Overlord of Gonja Kingdom, Yagbonwura to grace this year’s Hogbetsotso Festival – Photo: Volta Daily

History is set to be made as the Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom, the Yagbonwura, graces this year’s vibrant Hogbetsotso Festival of the Anlo State in Anloga. The revered king’s presence at the iconic Volta festival marks a momentous cultural milestone.

This historic visit highlights the deep cultural ties, mutual respect, and powerful unity existing between the traditional kingdoms of Ghana. The Yagbonwura, who is the Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom in the Savannah Region, is expected to join Togbe Sri III and the Chiefs and people of Anlo to celebrate the legendary exodus of the Ewe people from Notsie.

Organizers of the 2026 Hogbetsotsoza say cultural exchanges like this remind us of the beauty of Ghana’s diverse heritage and the strength found when traditional leaders come together to celebrate peace and history. The Anlo State has extended a special invitation to the Gonja Overlord as guest of honour.

The presence of the Yagbonwura in Anloga is expected to attract thousands of visitors and showcase Ghana’s rich chieftaincy diplomacy. The Hogbetsotso Festival, celebrated on the first Saturday of November every year, commemorates the migration of the Anlo-Ewes and remains one of Ghana’s most colourful traditional festivals.

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Cultural analysts say the Gonja-Anlo linkage demonstrates growing inter-kingdom solidarity under Ghana’s chieftaincy system. As at Monday, 19th October, 2026, preparations are in top gear at Anloga with chiefs and queen mothers expecting a large delegation from Damongo, the seat of the Yagbonwura.

Howedey.com will be live at Anloga for full coverage of this year’s Hogbetsotso Festival as history is made with the Gonja Overlord’s attendance.

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