Gyawu Atiko
Meaning: “Gyawu” is the name of a warrior and “Atiko” is the back of its head. It is used to describe a warrior’s hairdo.
Symbolizes: Bravery, valour, courage, fearlessness.
Origin: This symbol describes a war hero who was chief of Bantama, a suburb of Kumasi (1).
Spiritual meaning: The symbol of valour and reminds one in one’s journey of inquiry to have self belief in oneself. It reminds people to be aware of their surroundings and of one’s actions.
Meaning in today’s society: To be able to have the courage to defend one’s community against anything that may hamper the progress of its citizens.
Environmental meaning: To have the courage to make sure that the environment is protected from all kinds of ideologies that make it vulnerable.
(1) obrunthroughghana.blogspot.com