Which ancient nocturnal festival celebrated in Dagbon and northern Ghana involves lighting torches and processing through town?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Bugum Chugu (The Fire Festival)
- Step 1: Bugum Chugu is celebrated on the ninth day of the lunar month of Bugum. Step 2. Participants light grass torches at night to commemorate an ancient search for a lost royal prince. Answer: Bugum Chugu (The Fire Festival). Why not the others: Damba is the birth/naming celebration; Kundum is celebrated in the Ahanta/Nzema area; Homowo is Ga.
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