A high-profile delegation from the Aburi Traditional Council in the Eastern Region, led by Aburihene Nana Gyan Kwesi, paid a courtesy call on Tigo Ghana on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 to officially thank them for supporting the just-ended Aburi Odwira festival.
Nana Gyan Kwesi stated that the aim of the visit was to officially thank Tigo as true "Ghanaian tradition demands" for their kind support, both in cash and kind.
During the festival celebration, Tigo presented a cash donation and a number of branded souvenirs to the Traditional Council.
The Chief also expressed delight with the 'Tigo Festival Train', revealing that it was by far the most entertaining event during the entire festival celebrations.
He added: "I sincerely believe that when the Festival Train visits us again, the euphoria in the town will be bigger than what we experienced this year."
The festival train hit the roads of Aburi for the very first time, leaving a lasting impression in the minds of the townsfolk. The Festival Train featured a variety of musicians, both gospel and hip life.
Speaking on behalf of Tigo, Chief Technical Officer, Obafemi Banigbe expressed Tigo's delight at the visit by the Chief and his people.
Mr. Banigbe stated that: "Tigo is always excited at the privilege to join in celebrating and promoting the rich Ghanaian culture. Festivals offer us one of the best ways to show our appreciation to the people of Ghana, to identify with them and give back to them in ways that are most touching and relevant .our ultimate goal is to simplify and make life better for all. Hence, our new brand purpose of 'Smile, you've got Tigo".
The Head of Marketing, Tenu Awoonor stated that Tigo will continue to partner the Aburi Traditional Council to make next year's 25th anniversary celebration successful.
Others members of the delegation included the Queen Mother, Nana Korkor Ketasi and the Personal Assistant to the Chief, Paul Owu.