The RoyalNews360 Blog post from April 1, 2025, highlighted the grand horse-riding festival led by the Akumadgan Paramount Zongo Chief in Abbosey Okai, Greater Accra Region, to celebrate Sallah Day. The event attracted a diverse crowd, including traditional leaders, community elders, and opinion leaders from various Zongo communities, as well as dignitaries from different traditional councils and cultural groups. The festival showcased the rich traditions and cultural heritage of the Hausa and Zongo communities in Ghana through horse-riding performances, cultural exhibitions, and symbolic displays promoting unity and identity among the Zongo people.
Organized under the leadership of Sarki Lawal Garbey, the event aimed to strengthen bonds among tribal chiefs in Zongo communities, educate attendees on the historical significance of various ethnic groups within the Zongo settlements, and highlight the enduring contributions of the Hausa language in Ghana’s history. The celebration also emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the Zongo communities while fostering intercommunal harmony and unity. Participants praised Sarki Lawal Garbey’s visionary leadership in bringing people together through culture and tradition.
The successful horse-riding festival in Abbosey Okai on Sallah Day left a lasting impact on attendees, who appreciated the opportunity to witness and participate in the vibrant display of Hausa traditions. The event not only showcased the cultural richness of the Zongo communities but also served as a platform for unity and identity among the diverse attendees. Overall, the festival highlighted the importance of celebrating and preserving cultural heritage while promoting intercommunal harmony and unity among different ethnic groups in Ghana.
