Traditional leaders welcomed Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang at Cape Coast's Emintsimadze Palace during her recent visit. Oguaamanhen Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II led chiefs and elders in offering prayers for her health and protection while describing her as a daughter of the land. The ceremony featured the presentation of the prestigious Osabarimba Royal Award along with royal shield, citation, kente cloth, beads, and traditional slippers. Her delegation consisted of senior government officials and National Democratic Congress executives who accompanied the historic first female Vice-President. The visit occurred during PANAFEST 2025 celebrations and formed part of her appreciation tour.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang expressed gratitude to the Oguaa people for their support throughout her political journey. She emphasized her role as a mother figure for all citizens while acknowledging the vital contributions of traditional rulers to Ghana's development. The Vice-President urged young people to demonstrate responsibility and avoid behaviors that could harm the nation. Traditional leaders praised her humble leadership and pledged continued support for government initiatives. Her Cape Coast connections stem from both her birthplace and former position as University of Cape Coast Vice-Chancellor.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang expressed gratitude to the Oguaa people for their support throughout her political journey. She emphasized her role as a mother figure for all citizens while acknowledging the vital contributions of traditional rulers to Ghana's development. The Vice-President urged young people to demonstrate responsibility and avoid behaviors that could harm the nation. Traditional leaders praised her humble leadership and pledged continued support for government initiatives. Her Cape Coast connections stem from both her birthplace and former position as University of Cape Coast Vice-Chancellor.
