Traditional priests, priestesses rehearse ahead of Ghana’s 69th Independence Day parade

Traditional priests rehearse ahead of 6th March

Traditional priests, popularly known as Nananom, have been spotted rehearsing ahead of Ghana’s 69th Independence Day parade scheduled for Friday, March 6.

In a viral video circulating on social media, a group of fetish priests and priestesses dressed in traditional regalia were seen practicing their formation and movement as they prepared to join the ceremonial march during the national parade.

The rehearsal reportedly forms part of preparations for their participation in the Independence Day activities, where various cultural and security groups are expected to showcase Ghana’s heritage and unity.

The video shows the priests carefully organizing themselves in a queue while coordinators guided them on timing, posture, and synchronized movement to ensure a smooth procession on the parade grounds. Their inclusion has drawn significant public attention online, with many Ghanaians praising the display as a reflection of the country’s rich traditional and cultural diversity.

Ghana’s Independence Day celebration, marked annually on March 6, commemorates the nation’s freedom from colonial rule in 1957. The event typically features a grand parade involving security services, school contingents, cultural troupes, and traditional authorities from across the country.