Importance and Symbols of Ghana Stools

Traditional stools carved from wood hold symbolic importance in governance. Historically used by chiefs and kings, they still signify authority in modern Ghana. The state house, Golden Jubilee House, is stool-shaped, depicting unity in diversity with the “Funtunfunefu” symbol. This symbolizes Ghana’s history and diverse ideas converging for a unified nation, making it significant in Ghana’s governance system.