Maiden Zongo Festival held in Wa amid calls to tackle drug abuse among the youth
The maiden Upper West Zongo Festival 2026 was held in Wa amid calls to tackle drug abuse among the youth. Speakers expressed alarm over rising cases of drug abuse and urged security agencies to intensify efforts. Abdallah Dan Hasan, spokesperson for the Zongo chiefs, stated, "Zongo is a peaceful place, but you cannot talk of Zongo without illicit drugs," urging authorities to intensify their crackdown on the drug trade.
The festival featured vibrant cultural displays at Tendamba JHS Park in Wa on Saturday, 4 April. The event brought together various ethnic groups. Naa Abdul Razak Abdulai highlighted the longstanding historical relationship between the Wala and Zongo communities. The Zabarima Queen Mother, Hajia Salamatu, also raised concerns about drug abuse. Chief Megoro Abdul Rahman emphasized that the Zongo community upholds values of decency and discipline. The Wa Municipal Chief Executive reaffirmed the government's commitment to community development.
Organisers hope the event will become an annual platform for promoting peace and regional integration.
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The Upper West Zongo Festival 2026 convened in Wa, bringing together diverse groups. Discussions centered on growing worries about drug abuse among the youth- and the potential impacts on Zongo communities.
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