Former President Akufo-Addo in a hearty conversation with the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has praised Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II for the instrumental role he played in resolving the Dagbon conflict during his administration.
According to him, the Dagbon conflict resolution, which he touted as one of his government’s achievements, was made possible through the mediation of Asantehene.
Peace was restored in Dagbon after Otumfuo Osei Tutu II chaired a committee of other prominent chiefs, who offered wise counsel, leading to the resolution of the long-standing conflict in the Northern Regional town.
Former President Akufo-Addo recounted how the Dagbon conflict had long troubled the nation with seemingly no end in sight.
He added that the success achieved and the peace the town continues to enjoy would not have been possible without the Asantehene’s guidance.
“When I came into power, there were some issues that were troubling the country. If Otumfuo had not helped me, I would not have been successful in dealing with those issues. One of them was the conflict and disputes that had plagued Dagbon for years.
“Otumfuo was the Chairman of the Dagbon chieftaincy mediation committee of eminent chiefs. They were instrumental, as through them, we were able to settle the disputes and bring peace to Dagbon. Whatever be the case, it will be one of the achievements of my government and I have him to thank for,” he said.
Akufo-Addo made this remark when the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, paid a courtesy visit on him at his Nima residence on June 3, 2025.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II together with his delegation of chiefs were warmly welcomed by Akufo-Addo and his wife, former First Lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo.
He was also welcomed by several former top government officials, including former Chief of Staff, Akosua Frema Osei-Opare; Senior Advisor to the former president Albert Kan-Dapaah; former Minister of Defence, Dominic Nitiwul; and Samuel Abu Jinapor, who previously served as Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, among other prominent personalities.
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