The Manya Krobo State came alive once again during the 2025 Ngmayem Festival, a colourful and deeply symbolic celebration of harvest, unity, and herit
The Manya Krobo State came alive once again during the 2025 Ngmayem Festival, a colourful and deeply symbolic celebration of harvest, unity, and heritage.
Central to this year’s festivities was the Yokama ceremony—an honour that recognizes women whose lives embody leadership, compassion, and service to the Krobo community.
Held on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Konor’s Palace in Krobo-Odumase, the event saw the enstoolment of two outstanding women: Dr. Edith Larkuor Osei and Miss Clara Mlano, as Yokama 2025.
Dr. Edith Larkuor Osei, a distinguished scholar with a PhD in Nursing and a resident of the United States, stood out for her exceptional contributions to social development and education within the Krobo community.
Over the years, Dr. Osei has become a symbol of empowerment through her philanthropic efforts, particularly in supporting girl-child education. She is the founder of the ET and B Larnor Foundation for Girl Child Education, an initiative seeded with GHC 50,000 to provide scholarships and educational support to underprivileged girls in the Krobo area.
Her efforts go beyond financial empowerment. Dr. Osei has been a vocal advocate against drug abuse among the youth, a growing concern within the Krobo community.
Through targeted awareness campaigns and preventive education, she has sought to address the root causes of substance abuse, focusing on mentorship and youth engagement. Her dual commitment to education and social reform made her a compelling choice for the Yokama 2025 title—an honour that highlights her as a beacon of hope and inspiration for young women across Ghana.
The Yokama ceremony, instituted by the Konor of Manya Krobo State, Nene Sakite II, is one of the most anticipated highlights of the Ngmayem Festival.
It celebrates women who have not only excelled in their professions but also used their influence to uplift others.
This year’s event attracted a cross-section of society, including traditional leaders, government officials, security personnel, educators, and women’s groups, all adorned in vibrant, colour-coordinated attire symbolising unity and pride in Krobo womanhood.
Also honoured was Clara Mlano, a dynamic young journalist with the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) and Obonu TV.
Despite her youth, Miss Mlano has built a strong relationship with the traditional authorities and is known for her efforts to promote Krobo culture through media advocacy.
In her acceptance remarks, she urged young people to embrace hard work and perseverance instead of seeking shortcuts to success, emphasizing discipline as the foundation for progress.
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