Lomé, March 3, 2025 – (AfreePress) – A historic turning point for the Ewé people. Traditional leaders, gathered at Hôtel 2 Février in Lomé on Saturday, March 1, 2025, have decided to build an imposing sanctuary on the sacred site of Agbogbodji, an emblematic land of their traditional festival.
This ambitious project aims to transform Agbogbodji into a major pilgrimage site, a hub of spirituality, and a center for passing down the ancestral values of the Ewé people.
“We are on the right path. The overwhelming support from canton chiefs from all Ewé regions of Togo proves that this project resonates deeply with our people’s aspirations,” said Togbui Adela Aklassou IV, First Vice President of the Eweto Union.
More than just a cultural site, this sanctuary will serve as a place of meditation, an initiation center, and a key tourist attraction, drawing not only sons and daughters of the Ewé people but also all those seeking authentic African spirituality.
The Bruce Kothor Fraternity Foundation (BKF), the driving force behind the project, is committed to making it a reality. Its president, Djifanou Kokou Kothor, sees this initiative as a vital return to the roots for Africa’s development. “Our deities are pure and benevolent forces. By reconnecting with them through this sanctuary, we open the doors to blessings and prosperity,” he stated.
The project enjoys strong support and benefits from the technical backing of the BKF Foundation and its partners, including the CEO of CRISTAL Group Holding in Ghana, Togbui Ameke Dekawofia I, and Togbe Ngoryifia Céphas Kosi Bansah, based in Germany.
These National Assemblies of Traditional Chiefs of the Eweto Space were held under the theme: « Acting Together to Preserve the Cultural and Identity Heritage of the Ewé People. » This gathering played a crucial role in promoting and safeguarding ancestral values, bringing together several prominent figures from the Ewé community.
“This day is a blessing for us. The fact that the Ewé chiefs have come together to reflect on the future of our people is significant. This meeting serves as both a review and a moment of introspection. Today, the Ewé people have decided to reconnect with their origins in order to redefine their future,” said Chief Aklassou Adela IV, Vice President of the Eweto Association. Chief Kpegba Tegli III added, « The development of the Ewé space depends on the unity of its sons and daughters. »
For his part, Mr. Djifanou Kokou Kothor urged participants to be the voice of these deliberations, ensuring that the aspirations and challenges of the Ewé people are heard and that unity and prosperity within the Eweto space are actively promoted.
At the close of the event, an official letter was handed over to Mr. Djifanou Kokou Kothor, appointing him as the project’s torchbearer, responsible for representing and advancing its mission wherever necessary.
As the cradle of the Ewé people, Notsé aims to shine far beyond Togo’s borders. With Ewé communities established in Togo, Ghana, Benin, Nigeria, and the African diaspora, this sanctuary aspires to become a powerful symbol of African unity and pride.
Could this project mark the long-awaited revival of Africa’s cultural heritage? One thing is certain: the Ewé people are determined to reclaim their destiny and reaffirm their identity on the global stage.
Olivier ADJA
