Politicians Must Stay Out Of Ga Chieftaincy Affairs – Nii Ahene Nunoo III
The Paramount Chief of the Abola Traditional Area and Chief Adviser to the Ga State, Nii Ahene Nunoo III, has called on politicians to stay out of Ga chieftaincy matters, warning that partisan interference is threatening the unity and development of the Ga people.
He made the call during this year’s Homowo Festival while addressing the press and traditional leaders gathered in Accra.
“Partisan Politics Is Dividing Us”
According to Nii Ahene Nunoo III, the growing influence of politics in traditional affairs, particularly in Accra, has created divisions among chiefs and their subjects.
“Some individuals tend to allow their political affiliations to influence their conduct in traditional affairs, and this situation must end,” he said.
He stressed that the people of Abola and the wider Ga community will no longer allow political interests to divide them.
“We must put Accra first. Our focus should be on unity and collective efforts to develop our traditional area,” he added.
The Paramount Chief described chieftaincy as a sacred institution that must remain above partisan politics to preserve peace and foster development.
Homowo: A Call To Preserve Ga Culture
Nii Ahene Nunoo III also urged Ghanaians to participate in the Homowo Festival, describing it as a vital cultural event that seeks to preserve the history, traditions and identity of the Ga people.
Homowo, which means “hooting at hunger,” is celebrated annually by the Ga people to commemorate their survival during a historic famine.
Abura, Abola Pledge Closer Ties
Speaking on behalf of the Paramount Chief of the Abura Traditional Area, Emintsinminim Anfo Otu XI, the Obaatan of Abura, Nana Kwame Tsipo Amanfo VIII reiterated the long-standing historical ties between Abola and Abura.
He said both traditional areas are committed to fostering that relationship to drive shared development for their people.
Queen Mother Urges Responsible Parenting
On her part, the Queen Mother of the Abola Traditional Area, Naa Okaitsoe IV, used the occasion to call on parents to take proper care of their children.
She urged parents and guardians to guide their wards well so they grow to become responsible members of society.
The 2026 Homowo celebrations continue to bring together chiefs, queen mothers and people of Ga descent to reflect on their heritage and chart a path for development.
