17/09/2025
Penyi Set to Celebrate 25th Nugoryiza Festival
The people of Penyi in the Ketu North Municipality are set to celebrate the 25th edition of the Penyi Nugoryiza Festival on Saturday, 11th October 2025, at the Zion Primary Park, Penyi, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
This year’s celebration is under the theme: “Penyi Youth at the Heart of Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy Pulse: Cultivating Prosperity and Feeding the Nation.” The theme reflects the community’s commitment to empowering the youth to play a central role in national development, particularly in agriculture, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
The festival will be graced by distinguished dignitaries including:
Torgbuiga Dadzi VI, Fiaga of Penyi Traditional Area
Hon. George Opare Addo, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment (Special Guest of Honour)
Hon. Goosie Tanoh, Presidential Advisor on 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development
Hon. James Gunu, Ketu North NDC Parliamentary Aspirant
Hon. Gabriel Torku Kwamigah-Agbeko, Ketu North NPP Parliamentary Aspirant
Hon. Eric Edem Agbana, MP for Ketu North Constituency
Hon. Rev. Martin K. Amenakpor, MCE for Ketu North
As a festival deeply rooted in culture and heritage, Penyi Nugoryiza serves not only as a platform for tradition and unity but also as an avenue to discuss development opportunities for the community. The 25th edition promises to highlight the potential of the youth in driving Ghana’s 24-hour economy agenda while showcasing Penyi’s cultural richness through music, dance, and traditional rites.
The Central Planning Committee of Penyi Nugoryiza has extended an open invitation to citizens, stakeholders, and well-wishers both home and abroad to join in this historic celebration.
For further information, the committee can be reached on 0244-962595 / 0243-503555.