The Ewe, who emigrated from Nigeria between the 14th and 16th century, form the major ethnic group.

What is the migration of the Ewes?

According to oral narratives of migration (usually defined as xotutu), the Ewe moved westward from northern areas in present-day Benin and settled, after successive displacements and subdivisions, in what is nowadays Togo and eastern Ghana.

Why did the ewes migrate to Ghana?

According to oral tradition, the Ewes migrated from Notsie to present-day Ghana to escape a wicked king called Agokoli. The story is told that King Agokoli oppressed the Ewes and gave them impossible tasks to perform. He first ordered them to kill all their elders.