Hon Ahmed Ibrahim Meets National House of Chiefs

The Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Minister, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, had his first meeting with the National House of Chiefs under the leadership of Sefwi Anhwiasomanhene, Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II, at their headquarters in Kumasi on Thursday, February 13, 2025.

He took the opportunity to officially introduce himself to the House as the newly appointed head of the Local Government and Religious affairs, which formerly happened to be separate ministries.

In his speech before the House, he encouraged members to engage with the newly inaugurated constitutional review committee by sharing their input and recommendations as it re-examines the 1992 Constitution.

The Banda Member of Parliament emphasized the need for collaboration with traditional authorities to perform better.

“I can’t perform without your support.”

Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim assured the traditional authorities that the government is committed to addressing the challenges confronting the Chieftaincy institution.

In his address, the President of the National House of Chiefs, Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II, pledged their total commitment to work with the sector minister.

According to the President, the House is deeply encouraged by the Minister’s vision to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to deliver on his mandate as far as the merger of local government and religious affairs ministries is concerned.

In addition, he called for significant review of their monthly allowance paid by the central government.

“Our monthly allowance paid by the government needs to be reviewed,” he stressed.

According to him, their monthly allowance is below standard.

In a swift response, the sector Minister, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, assured them of significant changes to their monthly allowance, stating that a drastic review would be conducted to ensure they receive at least a modest allowance to support their daily activities as traditional authorities.

Source: Opemsuo.com/Kwame Adu Gyamfi Kumanin.