A brief History

Ada, Ghana has a rich and diverse history that spans centuries. Here is a brief overview:

The people of Ada along with the Gas as a tribe believed to be a part of the lost tribes of Israel migrated through Togo (where they encountered the wicked king Agorkorli and decided it escape) from Nigeria. As they continued their journey, they met the man Agorkpo who helped those we now know as the Adas to cross the river and heartily gave them the land they live on now. Any wonder why they say Adas and Ewes are cousins?

Tourist Sites

Ada is a rich place; bounded on the south by the Gulf of Guinea and on the East by the Volta River, with links to the African interior and the Mediterranean. Very striking is the Estuary where the Volta enters the sea. Blessed with several islands, flora and fauna, the estuary is home to some very unique birds.

Ada used to be the bastion of commercial activity before the creation of the Tema Harbour. It is no wonder then that apart from being a slave route with dungeons (parts now eroded by the sea) Ada was the meeting place between the GCPP and Dr. Kwame Nkrumah when the latter was invited by the former from his sojourn in the UK to join the struggle for independence. The rest is now history.

The estuary is the main tourist attraction. But apart from that, there is also the Songor lagoon, a natural salt lagoon. It’s an awesome place to see. There is also the Asafotufiam Festival which over the years has become one of the best festivals in Ghana. The Volta River also affords a lot of water sport such as boating and skiing.

In all, the people especially are those that make what Ada is today. Very accommodating of anyone who wishes to reside with them, there are clans that were originally formed by people of other ethnicities but who have become bona-fide Adas. That has added to the beauty of the culture and traditions of the people, which explains why Ada Is Home for ALL!https://www.yobe.com/watch?v=w7-087FpEN8&ab_channel=GHANADISTRICTS

Colonial Era

In the 15th century, European explorers, including the Portuguese, arrived in Ada.

The area became a major hub for the transatlantic slave trade, with many enslaved people being sent to the Americas. This was especially facilitated by the construction Fort Kongenstein, from which the town of Foah (a corruption of Fort) gained its name.

Reportedly, Ada Foah was the initial meeting place of the soon-to-become Big Six (Kwame Nkrumah; Joseph Boakye (‘J.B.’) Danquah; Emmanuel Obetsebi-Lamptey; Ebenezer Ako-Adjei; William Ofori Atta; Edward Akufo-Addo) upon the arrival of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah from his sojourn in the west.

Post-Colonial Era:

In the late 19th century, Ada was colonized by the British, who established administrative and economic centers in the region.

After Ghana gained independence in 1957, Ada continued to be an important cultural and economic center.

The construction of the Akosombo Dam in the 1960s brought significant changes to the region, including the creation of the Volta Lake which inhibited the amount of water running downstream into the estuary. The result is the Atlantic making in-roads into the land by way of sea erosion that resulted in about 1/3 of the township being washed away.

In recent years, Ada has become a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, estuary, and cultural heritage.

Overall, Ada’s history reflects the complex and dynamic interactions between African, European, and global forces, shaping the region’s culture, economy, and identity.