Volta Regional Minister Visits Anlo State:Donates GH¢150,000 for Hogbetsotso Festival

Ahead of the grand durbar of the 2026 Hogbetsotso Festival, the Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, paid a courtesy call on His Royal Majesty, Togbi Sri III, the Awoamefia of the Anlo State. The visit was aimed at extending official support and warm fraternal greetings to the traditional leadership and the people of Anlo as they celebrate their heritage and historic migration.

​During the visit, Hon. James Gunu presented a cash donation of GH¢100,000 alongside assorted drinks and bottled water on behalf of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama. In addition, the Minister delivered a GH¢50,000 cash contribution on behalf of the Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Governs Agbodza, bringing the total financial support presented to GH¢150,000 to assist with the smooth organization of the festival.

​Hon. James Gunu was accompanied by a high-level regional delegation, including the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Anloga, Hon. Sandra Seyram Kpedor; the Member of Parliament (MP) for Anlo, Hon. Richard Kwame Sefe; the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Keta, Hon. Wisdom Seade; and the MP for Keta, Hon. Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpey. Their presence underscored the government's strong commitment to celebrating local tradition and strengthening partnership with the chieftaincy institution.

​Receiving the delegation, His Royal Majesty Togbi Sri III expressed deep appreciation for the generous contributions and continued commitment to the development of the Anlo State. The donation comes at a pivotal moment as final preparations wrap up for tomorrow’s grand durbar, which is expected to draw chiefs, dignitaries, tourists, and sons and daughters of Anlo from across the globe.

@Volta Today