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. It is usually celebrated in the month of January.

Celebrations

During the festival, visitors are welcomed to share food and drinks. The people put on traditional clothes and there is durbar of chiefs. There is also dancing and drumming.

Significance

This festival is celebrated to mark an event that took place in the past.

References

Festivals in Ghana Oti Region {{Ghana-stub