Bernard Martei Korley (BMK), a former National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary aspirant for the Ledzokuku Constituency, has extended his support to this year’s Homowo Festival in Teshie with significant donations to key traditional and cultural groups in the community.
The philanthropist and Founder and CEO of BMK Hope Foundation donated assorted alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, packs of mineral water and a total of GH¢2,000 to the Teshie Asafoiatsemei and Asafoianyemei Group as well as the Teshie International Port Club on Thursday August 28, 2025.
On Friday August 29, 2025, he continued his gesture with another round of donations to the Kumi We Wulomoi, Woryei and Agbanfoiatsemei, providing beverages and mineral water along with GH¢1,000 each for the Wulomoi and Woryei, bringing the total cash donation for the day to GH¢2,000.
Speaking during an interview after the support, Korley emphasised that his motivation stemmed from a deep commitment to preserving and promoting Teshie’s rich cultural heritage.
“As a custodian of the people and someone who believes in upholding the culture and traditions of Ubukuman, I saw it as my responsibility to bring smiles to the faces of my people during this year’s Homowo Festival,” he said.
“This is not politically motivated; as a proud Teshie-born son, I see it as a duty to support my culture. God willing, this will become a yearly custom.”
Korley explained that his donations were centered on identifiable groups, including the Asafoiatsemei and Asafoianyemei Council, the Teshie Wulomoi and Woryei and the Teshie International Port Club, which he described as a key group that adds vibrancy to the festival’s celebrations.
He revealed plans to extend similar support to other groups, such as the Teshie Football Old Players Association but said security concerns in the town had affected some planned activities.
Korley expressed concern over recent clashes in Teshie which have heightened tensions ahead of the Homowo celebrations.
“We are not happy about the insecurity situation in town. I appeal to all parties involved in these clashes to prioritize peace before, during, and after the festival,” he urged.
“If this tension continues, it will discourage people from coming to Teshie to celebrate with us. I also urge the youth to stay away from violence and help preserve lives.”
He called on traditional leaders including the Mantse and the Teshie Traditional Council to continue fostering dialogue to safeguard peace and unity in the community.
