Okyeman Strips Etweresohene Of Traditional Title

The Akyem Abuakwa Standing Committee has stripped the Etweresohene, Daasebre Ofosu Kwabi Ayebiahwe, off his traditional title, citing acts of rebellion against Okyeman.

He is to be referred to, henceforth, as Ofosu Kwabi Ayebiahwe, following the withdrawal of all customary honours.

The decision was announced after a meeting held at the Ofori Panin Fie, in Kyebi. Speaking on behalf of the Council, Senior Counsel for Okyeman and member of the Standing Committee, Lawyer Kwame Boateng stated that the action was taken in response to what he described as defiance and conduct deemed treasonous to the traditional authority.

According to the Committee, the former Etweresohene had failed to honour invitations to appear before the Council on two occasions, to respond to a viral video and other publications in which he allegedly made statements challenging the authority of the Okyenhene.

In a strongly worded declaration, the Committee noted that the chief had indicated he would no longer set foot in Kyebi, a position it said has now been fully enforced.

He has been barred from accessing the Ofori Panin Fie, except when required by a statutory body, and denied all customary courtesies.

The Committee further ruled that he no longer holds the right to report on matters concerning Etwereso to the Oman.

All forms of communication from him to the Okyenhene, the State Secretary, and other recognised authorities within Okyeman have also been suspended.

Additionally, all towns, villages and settlements that previously fell under the Etwereso division have been directed to cease allegiance to him with immediate effect. These areas are now to report directly to the Benkum Division based in Begoro.

The decision also removes him from the Standing Committee, with his position declared vacant, effectively ending his role in the traditional governance structure of Akyem Abuakwa.

To affirm the decision in line with custom, traditional leaders performed rites, including libation and the sacrifice of a sheep.

The development follows recent tensions involving the former Etweresohene, who had publicly challenged the authority of the Okyenhene over the installation of a chief for Osenase.

He reportedly asserted that he held sole authority to determine the occupant of the Osenase stool and warned against any interference.

Amid the controversy, twelve chiefs from the Odau Group under the Benkum Division, which he previously led have distanced themselves from his position and reaffirmed their allegiance to the Okyenhene.

The Standing Committee emphasised that while the decision was not taken lightly, it was necessary to uphold the customs and authority of Okyeman.

By Maxell Kudekor

 

 

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