On Sunday, August 17, 2025, the stage of Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) 2025 was set ablaze with culture, emotion, and storytelling when Asakia, representing the Upper East Region, delivered a breathtaking performance that left both judges and audience in awe. While she received nominations in the Best Costume and Most Eloquent categories, it was her passion, depth, and creativity that earned her the coveted title of Star Performer of the Week.

Asakia’s presentation shed light on the unique funeral traditions of the Upper East Region, immersing the audience in the deep cultural significance of honoring the dead. She began by narrating how, at the time of death, elders consult the gods to determine whether the passing was natural or linked to a curse or abominable act. This sacred consultation, she explained, is not only spiritual but also serves as a shield against future misfortune for the family.

She highlighted the four-day burial window mandated by tradition once the gods clear the path, explaining that burial is only the beginning of the process. The final funeral rites are reserved for a year after the burial, symbolizing the belief that the deceased must first integrate with the ancestors before being fully honored.



The role of the Tindana, the spiritual custodian of the land, was central to her act. With grace and authority, Asakia demonstrated how no funeral can be held unless the Tindana declares the official opening and closing period for funeral rites. In the Upper East, these rites are strictly observed between March and May, beyond which no family dares perform them.



One of the most captivating moments of her performance was the depiction of families brewing pito from red millet — not just as refreshment, but as a symbolic medium to summon extended relatives for the commencement of the final funeral rites. Her act was rich in drama, authenticity, and emotion, transporting the audience into the very heart of Upper East traditions.



The judges showered her with praise, describing her performance as “captivating, educational, and spiritually powerful,” while the audience erupted into applause, visibly moved by her artistry and cultural pride.



Though she did not take home Best Costume or Most Eloquent, her ability to weave storytelling, cultural depth, and stage presence into a masterful act earned her the Star Performer award, a testament to her strength as a true cultural ambassador.

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