The Dagbon Traditional Council has formally declared that the third-day prayer ceremony for the late Overlord of Dagbon, His Royal Majesty Ndan Yaa-Naa Mahama Abukari II, is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the historic Gbewaa Palace in Yendi, a venue of immense cultural and traditional significance.
According to the Council’s official statement, the prayer ceremony is set to commence at 10:00 a.m. sharp, and the general public is cordially invited to join the Royal Family and the people of Dagbon in offering solemn prayers for the eternal repose of the late King’s soul, seeking divine mercy and tranquility for his departed spirit.
This announcement comes on the heels of the burial of Yaa-Naa Abukari II, which took place in the early hours of Monday, July 13, within the sacred and revered precincts of the Gbewaa Palace, in strict adherence to the timeless traditions of Islamic custom and Dagbon heritage.
In their official statement announcing his passing, the Dagbon Traditional Council eulogized the late monarch as an iconic embodiment of peace, unity, and reconciliation, underscoring the fact that his illustrious reign was distinguished by tireless efforts to foster harmony, promote development, and strengthen the bonds of unity across the vast expanse of the Dagbon Kingdom.
The Council has appealed to the people of Dagbon to pay a fitting tribute to the memory of the late Yaa-Naa by upholding the values of peace and avoiding any actions that could potentially undermine the unity and harmony he worked so tirelessly to achieve throughout his reign.
Furthermore, the Council has extended an invitation to all Ghanaians and friends of Dagbon to join the kingdom in observing the period of mourning through solemn prayers and introspective reflection, as a mark of respect for the late monarch and his enduring legacy.
The Council has also assured that the details of the final funeral rites for the late monarch will be announced in due course, in accordance with the ancient customs and royal protocol of the Dagbon Kingdom, ensuring that the traditional and cultural heritage of the kingdom is upheld with dignity and respect.
Ndan Yaa-Naa Abukari II, who also served with distinction as President of the Dagbon Traditional Council and the Northern Regional House of Chiefs, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of peace, statesmanship, and wisdom that will be deeply cherished and remembered for generations to come.
His demise has attracted an outpouring of tributes from a wide array of dignitaries, including government officials, traditional authorities, political leaders, and members of the diplomatic community, all of whom have praised his remarkable legacy of peace and statesmanship, and acknowledged the profound impact he had on the lives of countless individuals and communities throughout his reign.
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