The Tema Regional Police Commander, DCOP Eric Asamoah Asiedu, has called on residents of Teshie and Ghanaians across the country to embrace peace as the cornerstone of this year’s Homowo Festival, stressing that sustainable development, security and prosperity can only flourish in a peaceful society. Addressing guests as the special guest of honour at the official media launch of Homowo 2026 on Friday, DCOP Asiedu reaffirmed the Ghana Police Service’s commitment to working closely with traditional authorities and community stakeholders to ensure a peaceful, safe and incident-free celebration throughout the festival period. He expressed gratitude to the Teshie Traditional Council for the invitation, describing it as a demonstration of the enduring partnership between the Ghana Police Service and traditional institutions in promoting peace and maintaining public order.
“It is a great honour and privilege to be the special guest at this official media launch of Homowo 2026,” he said. “On behalf of the Inspector-General of Police and the entire Ghana Police Service, I bring you warm greetings. I sincerely thank the Teshie Traditional Council for this kind invitation.
Your gesture reaffirms the strong bond between the Ghana Police Service and the traditional authorities.” The Regional Commander noted that the relationship between the Police Service and traditional leaders remains critical in preserving peace and fostering harmonious communities, particularly during major cultural celebrations that attract large gatherings. DCOP Asiedu described Homowo as one of Ghana’s most significant traditional festivals, emphasising that it represents much more than a cultural celebration. According to him, the festival serves as a period of thanksgiving, unity, reconciliation and reflection on the history and resilience of the Ga people, while reminding present and future generations of the importance of communal living.
It is a season of thanksgiving, unity, reconciliation and remembrance of our heritage. It reminds us of the achievements of our forefathers and the importance of communal living,” he told the gathering. He observed that this year’s festival theme, ‘Let Peace Be Given a Chance,’ could not have come at a more appropriate time.
“In a period when we are preparing for various national activities, peace remains the foundation for …
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