Dagbon Announces Third-Day Islamic Prayers for Late Yaa-Naa Abukari II

The Dagbon Traditional Council has announced that the third-day Islamic prayers for the late Overlord of Dagbon, His Royal Majesty Ndan Yaa-Naa Abukari II, will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi.

According to the Council, the prayers will begin at 10:00 a.m. and form part of the Islamic mourning rites observed following the passing of the revered monarch. Members of the public have been invited to attend the ceremony and offer prayers for the peaceful repose of the late King’s soul.

The announcement comes after the burial of Yaa-Naa Abukari II in the early hours of Monday, July 13, 2026, within the sacred precincts of the Gbewaa Palace. His burial was conducted in accordance with both Islamic traditions and the customs of the Dagbon Kingdom.

In a statement confirming his passing, the Dagbon Traditional Council paid tribute to the late monarch, describing him as a symbol of peace, unity, and wise leadership. It noted that his reign was dedicated to fostering harmony, stability, and development across the Dagbon Kingdom.

The Council urged the people of Dagbon to honour the memory of the late Yaa-Naa by maintaining peace and unity throughout the mourning period. It also appealed to Ghanaians and friends of Dagbon to join the kingdom in prayers and reflection as it mourns the loss of its revered traditional ruler.

The Council further stated that details of the official funeral rites for Yaa-Naa Abukari II will be announced at a later date in accordance with Dagbon customs and royal protocol.

Ndan Yaa-Naa Abukari II, who also served as President of the Dagbon Traditional Council and the Northern Regional House of Chiefs, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy widely remembered for promoting peace, reconciliation, and progress in the kingdom.