President Akufo-Addo has expressed his deep appreciation to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, and the chiefs of Asanteman for their unwavering support throughout his presidency.
On Tuesday, November 27, 2024, Akufo-Addo visited the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi to personally thank the Asantehene and the chiefs as his term nears its conclusion.
He acknowledged that his presidency would not have been possible without the backing of Asanteman, highlighting their significant role in his achievements.
The president particularly lauded the Asantehene for his instrumental role in resolving the longstanding Dagbon chieftaincy dispute, a resolution that occurred under Akufo-Addo’s leadership.
He further noted that this peace had allowed him to be installed as a Dagomba chief.
“If not for Asanteman, I would not have become president. I’m eternally grateful for all the help you gave me during my tenure as president. There are a lot of things you have done for me, some of which I can’t mention in public. But there are some I have to mention, like the Dagbon chieftaincy conflict. The conflict had been raging for about 15 years when I came in, with nobody being able to resolve it.
“President Kufuor appointed you as the chairman of the committee for you to look into the conflict together with the Yagbonwura and Nayiri, and it was during my tenure that it was resolved. I know that if not for your leadership, this would not have happened, and I’m also very grateful for this,” he stated.
He added, “Because of the work you did at Dagbon, I have been given a stool there – I’m a Dagomba chief.”