Northern Factors in Asante History

Emmanuel Akyeampong

Kintampo


Date: February 12, 2006

Alhaji Abdullah Muhammad, Proprietor and Headmaster, Fawziya Islamic School

The Fawziya Islamic School is Quranic School in Nima, Accra, started 20 years ago (c. 1986) to teach children the principles of Islamic religion. It is co-ed institution. With 180 children aged between 4 and 13 years. Classes are held during week - ends during the regular school year and children obtain their formal education elsewhere.

Date: February 12, 2006

Alhaji Muniru Marhaba, Imam of the Wangara Community of Ghana

Alhaji Muniru Marhaba has been the Imam of the Wangara community since 1975. His father was the Imam of the Wangara community before him. He teaches, leads prayer, preaches and settles disputes among the Wanagara. He is also custodian of the Marhaba Mosque, set up in 1953.

Date: March 21, 2006

Chief Fanyinama III, Head of the Wangara Community in Ghana

Chief Fanyinama III is the Head of all Wangaras in Ghana. Kintampo represents the Spiritual home of the Wangara in Ghana. Historically, the Wangara are among the earliest residents of Kintampo. Kintampo is claimed by the rival states of Mo and Nkoranza. In this context, the Fanyinama of Kintampo has traditionally exercised much influence in Kintampo.