The people of Peki mark Easter with the Asafotudada festival 

The Chiefs and people of the Peki Traditional Area celebrated Easter with the Asafotudada Festival. This festival honors the bravery of the Pekis in war. It also recognizes the sacrifices made by their ancestors for their settlement.

The Asafotudada Festival highlights Peki's history as a strong protector of Ewe land. On Easter Saturday, Warlords from seven divisions paraded through the streets. They mimicked battle formations from the past and performed special rites to start the festival.

Amid displays of culture and musketry, they honored their forefathers. Historical accounts show that women played crucial roles in defending Peki during wars.

During the grand durbar, Paramount Chief Diega Kodzo Die IV addressed attendees. He urged Divisional and Sub-Chiefs to maintain peace and unity in Peki. He noted that disputes had previously hindered representation at the House of Chiefs.

He stated, “We have missed a lot without representation at Regional or National levels.” He emphasized that returning to the Regional House has led to positive changes. He encouraged everyone to avoid chieftaincy disputes for development’s sake.

Chief Die IV advised his subjects to promote Peki among friends and investors. This would help boost socioeconomic growth in the area.

He also urged youth to seek clarity from traditional authorities before posting on social media. “Respect your Chiefs and Queens,” he said, stressing that derogatory comments harm community development.

He praised Courage Kwame Kokroko's confirmation as South Dayi District Chief Executive. He expects equitable distribution of development projects across all areas.

“I want all areas to benefit equally,” he added about district creation for development purposes.

Rockson-Nelson Defeamekpor, MP for South Dayi, thanked Peki residents for supporting his party in recent elections. He promised to use his position for necessary development projects in Peki Traditional Area.

Defeamekpor plans to collaborate with Kokroko and local assembly members on government initiatives. “We expect development in Peki, Kpali, Kpeve, Tongor, Kpale,” he said about this partnership.

The festival concluded with musketry displays and traditional dances from seven divisions: Adzokoe, Tsame, Avetile, Dzake, Afeviofe, Wudome, and Dzogbati.