Traditional Leadership Is Bedrock of Peace and Catalyst for Development – Asantehene

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has asserted that peace and development can only be firmly grounded through the institution of chieftaincy.

The King has therefore called for public support for the institution.

His Majesty made the remarks while reflecting on how, in his capacity as Asantehene, he has spent much of his time resolving disputes and averting conflicts that could have had dire consequences for communities.

Most of these resolved conflicts, Otumfuo said, have had a massive impact on reducing the cost of doing business and fostering harmony among families.

The Monarch stated that the structure of chieftaincy was built through wisdom and ingenuity.

“Indeed, when I look back at the number of cases we have resolved and continue to resolve, and consider the impact they have made, we can only be thankful for the wisdom and ingenuity of our forefathers who created the structures on which chieftaincy is built.

“That is why I continue to impress on the nation that traditional leadership needs to be nurtured and supported to be able to continue as a bedrock of peace and a catalyst for development,” he said.

Otumfuo was speaking at an event held on April 24, 2026, at the Manhyia Palace, graced by former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, businessman Sir Sam Jonah, the Olu of Warri Kingdom in Nigeria, His Royal Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, and his wife, Her Royal Highness Olori Atuwatse III.

Also present were Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama, politician Alan Kyerematen, Council of State member Betty Mould-Iddrisu, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, and Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene.

Story by Hajara Fuseini

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