Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo, the Nkabomhene (Unity Chief) of the New Juaben Traditional Area and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of KAMA Group of Companies, has stirred controversy with his recent remarks suggesting a link between the wearing of beads by women and men’s longevity.
Speaking on the topic, Dr. Addo proposed that men who gaze at the beads adorning women’s waists could potentially extend their lifespan.
He posited that the practice of wearing beads by women in the past might have contributed to the lower incidence of kidney diseases among our ancestors, as the sight of the beads would arouse sexual desires in men, leading to increased sexual activity.
However, Dr. Addo lamented that contemporary women have largely abandoned the tradition of wearing beads, thereby diminishing the stimulus for sexual activity among men. He expressed concern that this shift in cultural practices could have adverse effects on men’s health and longevity in modern society.
Beads, traditionally crafted from various materials such as glass, wood, or clay, hold significant cultural and symbolic value in many African societies, including Ghana. They are often worn as decorative ornaments, with different colors and patterns carrying distinct meanings and cultural significance. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, beads have been used historically for ceremonial, spiritual, and medicinal purposes.
While Dr. Addo’s comments have sparked debate and raised eyebrows, they also shed light on the intersection of cultural traditions and health beliefs in Ghanaian society.
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The Nkabomhene (Unity Chief) of the New Juaben Traditional Area and Chief Executive Officer of KAMA Group of Companies, Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo, has claimed that men who gaze at beads on the waists of women can have their lives prolonged.
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