The Akyempimhene of the Suhum Traditional Council in the Eastern Region, Barima Amoako Darko, has officially launched activities marking five years since his enstoolment, using the occasion to recognise and reward the contributions of civil servants in the municipality.
The anniversary launch, held on Easter Monday, coincided with his now well-established annual community celebration known as the Anwoamo Festival—a tradition he instituted shortly after ascending to the stool.
The festival, which has become a staple on Suhum’s social calendar, brings together residents for a communal feast, featuring a rice and oil-based buffet popularly referred to as “Anwoamo.”
This year’s celebration, held on Easter Monday at the forecourt of Oheneba Gardens, drew a large and diverse crowd, including indigenes of Suhum and representatives from key public service institutions.
Personnel from the Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Immigration Service, and the health sector were among those honoured for their dedication and service to the community.
In a significant highlight of the event, Barima Amoako Darko introduced an award scheme—the first of its kind under his leadership—to formally recognise outstanding civil servants. Awardees received plaques and other prizes in appreciation of their commitment and contributions over the years.
The ceremony was attended by a number of dignitaries, including the Queen Mother of Suhum and former Member of Parliament for the area, Frederick Opare-Ansah, among others who have played roles in supporting the traditional leadership since his enstoolment.
Addressing attendees, the Akyempimhene used the platform not only to celebrate the milestone but also to outline a series of activities planned for the anniversary year. Central to these plans is a renewed focus on development initiatives in the areas of health, education, and community welfare—sectors he has actively supported over the past five years.
Providing some background to his tenure, Barima Amoako Darko has, since his enstoolment, undertaken several interventions aimed at improving livelihoods within the Suhum Traditional Area.
His leadership has been marked by community engagement, social support programmes, and efforts to strengthen ties between traditional authority and state institutions.
As part of the anniversary roadmap, he announced plans to embark on a European tour later in July, aimed at attracting investment and fostering partnerships to drive development in Suhum.
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