Boadu from holding events on his land
The Omanhene of the Agona Traditional Area has banned a local Member of Parliament from holding social events in his jurisdiction. The chief cited a lack of respect for his traditional authority and improper protocol in event invitations as the primary reasons for the ban.
Why it matters
This incident illustrates the ongoing tension between modern political governance and traditional leadership structures in Ghana.
The Omanhene of Agona Traditional Area, Obirikomfo Anokye Boakye II, has banned Mavis Nkansah-Boadu, Member of Parliament for Sekyere South, from holding social events within his traditional jurisdiction with immediate effect.
The ban, announced in a letter addressed to the MP, specifically affects a tournament scheduled for October 23, 2026, and covers Agona, Dipoa, Wiamoase, Bedomase, Afamanaso, Akrofonso and Ampanyinamoa.
The chief attributed his decision to what he described as disrespectful conduct by the MP, particularly her failure to acknowledge his authority as Omanhene of the Agona Traditional Area.
In the letter, Obirikomfo Anokye Boakye II said he was surprised and offended by an invitation to a programme under the MP’s patronage, which addressed him as “The Chief, Agona Traditional Council”.
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