In line with the President’s directive for a modest celebration of Ghana’s 68th Independence Anniversary, only three Senior High Schools in Asante-Akim Central Municipality participated in the event this year.
Unlike previous years when primary, junior high and senior high schools actively took part in the annual event, this year’s celebration was limited to only SHS to reflect the cost-cutting measures espoused by the government.
The schools are Konongo-Odumasi Senior High, Konongo Wesley Senior High School and Dwease-Praaso Technical Institute.
The school cadet of Konongo-Odumasi Senior High School was also on hand to spice up the parade with a beautiful display of marching skills and brass band music.
Also in attendance were chiefs from Konongo and Odumasi, Municipal Commanders of Security Agencies, Assembly Members, Heads of Departments, political party representatives and the Municipal Director of Education.
The short but impressive ceremony saw the four schools exhibiting their marching prowess to the admiration of the gathering who could not help but applaud their efforts.

Mr. Joseph Frimpong Naayo, the Municipal Coordinating Director, entreated the gathering to reflect on the struggles of our forebears for their steadfastness in the fight for freedom and selfish governance.
“We are here today because of their sweat and toil in safeguarding our unity, justice and equality,” the Municipal Director observed.
He said it was, therefore, not out of place that the organisers of the National Independence Anniversary carefully chose “Reflect, Review, Reset”, as the theme for this year’s celebration.
According to him, the theme reminded Ghanaians to take stock of the journey so far, acknowledge achievements and shortfalls and recommit themselves to the values that would propel them to a better future.
“We salute our forebears for taking immense risk and making supreme sacrifices to preserve and conserve Ghana’s culture, values and resources,” he stated.
He spoke about the devastating effects of illegal mining on the environment and water bodies and stressed the need for stakeholders to collectively fight the menace which continues to threaten food security in the country.
“We must let the determination and selfless sacrifice of our forebears inspire us to continue the journey towards just, equitable, inclusive society, devoid of corruption, indiscriminate dumping of refuse, illegal mining, water pollution and illicit drugs among the youth,” Mr. Naayo advised.
Mr. Sarfo Kantanka, the Municipal Director of Education, emphasised the significance of honouring the country’s forefathers for their sacrifices which led to the liberation of Ghana 68 years ago.
He urged the people to use the occasion to reflect on the progress, challenges and aspirations of the country by recommitting themselves to the values of patriotism, unity and solidarity.