Osram ne Nsoromma: The Moon, the Star, and the Stories We Carry

Last night, Chief Aikulola asked me about the star and moon symbol that appears on the King's Circle site.

She said she also noticed the symbol in pictures from the Eyo Festival, a historic Yoruba ceremonial procession in Lagos performed to honor royalty and ancestors.

It's a great question and It’s called Osram ne Nsoromma — The Moon and the Star. An Adinkra symbol from the Akan people of Ghana.

It represents love, faithfulness, harmony, and balance. The moon and the star exist together without competing — each shining in its own time, sharing the same sky.

I’m drawn to Adinkra symbols, which is why I want them on my sites. They’re not just beautiful — they represent royalty, African literature, philosophy, and the richness of our cultures.

They’re visual storytelling, wisdom turned into design.

What I love most is that Adinkra symbols invite reflection.

Now that I've explained what it is, what does it mean to you? Do you see it as a symbol of love, balance, partnership, or something else entirely?

And have you ever noticed Adinkra symbols before without knowing their meaning?

👉🏾 Tomorrow, I’ll be sharing insight into some of the other Adinkra symbols on the landing page site and the stories behind them.

Let’s talk 🌙⭐

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