Okule

Okule is a female cult among the Nawuri people and other Guans like the Achode, Adele, Nchumurus, and the Krachis, who are located in the Northern and Oti Regions of Ghana. The name Okule is a corruption of Okuoku, which is a form of greeting among members of the Okule cult. While Okule is the name of the group, among devotees, Chankpana is the name of the deity or the secret cultic practice in which women are initiated and venerate the Chankpana spirit or deity. Okule use a special language called Kiliji, which is spoken only by the members. The language is central to all aspects of life in this community, including everyday conversations, singing, ceremonial rituals, and divination practices. Newcomers are expected to learn Kiliji because of their culture.