“WE DONT BUY DEER FOR THE ABOAKYER FESTIVAL; WE CATCH THEM LIVE IN THE FOREST. JOIN US WITH YOUR CAMERA AND WITNESS THE THRILL FIRSTHAND.”

  - MFINFINMBA NYIMAKO, AN ASAFO YOUTH GROUP IN EFFUTU CAUTION DOUBTERS -

The Aboakyer Festival is a revered tradition among the Effutu people, showcasing bravery, skill, and cultural heritage through a traditional hunt for live deer caught in the forest. Despite its popularity, some have raised questions about the authenticity of the live deer catch, suggesting that the deer are purchased rather than caught live.

Mfinfinmba Nyimako and the Asafo Youth Group are adamant that this is not the case. "The god won't accept it if we buy the deer," Nyimako emphasizes. "It's not just about the thrill of the hunt; it's about fulfilling a sacred obligation to our gods."

This year's Aboakyer Festival takes place from April 26th to May 4th. The Asafo Youth Group invites doubters to join them in the forest, cameras in hand, to witness the traditional hunt and see for themselves the bravery and skill involved in catching the deer live.

The Aboakyer Festival is a testament to the Effutu people's rich cultural heritage and their devotion to their traditional practices. By catching the deer live in the forest, the people demonstrate their commitment to their gods and their cultural traditions.

So, if you're looking for an authentic cultural experience, join the Effutu people in the forest and witness the thrill of the live deer catch. See for yourself the bravery, skill, and cultural heritage that defines the Aboakyer Festival.


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