Nkoranza Traditional Council Enforces New Funeral Directives Effective August 1, 2025
The Nananom of the Nkoranza Traditional Council, led by Nana Nyarko Ababio and Nana Ameyaw Yeboah, appeared live on Akyeaa FM’s Ne Yie Nti with host Kwame Baffoe Agyei on July 30, 2025, to announce and emphasize new funeral directives issued by the Overlord of Nkoranza Traditional Area, Nana Kwame Baffoe IV.
The directives, effective August 1, 2025, aim to align funeral practices with the traditions, norms, and values of the Nkoranza people, as highlighted in a YouTube video by Akyeamfour TV
During the broadcast, the Nananom urged the public to strictly adhere to the new guidelines, which seek to preserve cultural heritage and ensure respectful mourning practices. Specific details of the directives were not outlined in the announcement, but the council stressed their importance in upholding Nkoranza’s traditions.
“Let us uphold our heritage. Respect for tradition is respect for self,” the council stated, as shared in the video’s description.
The announcement follows a July 2025 meeting where the Nkoranza Traditional Council, under Nana Kwame Baffoe IV’s leadership, finalized the measures to address concerns over modern funeral practices diverging from cultural norms. Posts on X, including from @AkyeamfourTV, echoed the call for compliance, emphasizing cultural preservation.
The council warned that non-compliance could lead to sanctions, though specifics were not disclosed. The initiative has sparked discussions on cultural identity, with some residents praising the move to protect traditions, while others seek clarity on the directives’ scope.
