DENKYIRA TRADITIONAL COUNCIL HOLDS PRESS CONFERENCE

Council Calls for Removal of Central North Police Commander and Upper Denkyira West DCE

The Denkyira Traditional Council has called on the government to, as a matter of urgency, remove the Central North Police Commander, DCOP Abraham Acquaye, and the District Chief Executive for Upper Denkyira West, Isaac Nsiah, accusing the two officials of engaging in activities that undermine the peace and stability of the Denkyira State.

According to the Council, the conduct and actions of the two government officials have raised serious concerns among the traditional authorities and elders of Denkyira, particularly in relation to chieftaincy matters and the maintenance of peace in the traditional area.

Addressing a press conference at Amponsem Ahenfie in Dunkwa, Barimah Siaw Panin III, Denkyira Gyaasehene, on behalf of the Council, alleged that the Central North Police Commander had shown support for individuals whose actions, according to the Council, have the potential to create tension and conflict within the Denkyira State.

The Council specifically cited what it described as the commander’s support for the Dunkwa Hene, which it considers to be contrary to the authority and position of the Overlord of Denkyira.

The traditional authorities alleged that, instead of protecting the peace and supporting the legitimate traditional leadership, the police commander had rather offered protection and support to persons they accused of causing trouble within the Denkyira State.

The Council also accused the Upper Denkyira West District Chief Executive, Isaac Nsiah, of meddling in chieftaincy affairs in the district.

It alleged that the DCE’s involvement in traditional matters was inappropriate and had the potential to aggravate existing tensions and undermine the authority of the traditional leadership.

The press conference, which was attended by Nananom, traditional leaders and elders, expressed deep concern over what the Council described as increasing interference by government officials in matters that traditionally fall within the jurisdiction of the chiefs.

The Council therefore appealed to the government to act swiftly by removing the two officials, arguing that their continued presence and alleged activities could further threaten the peace and stability of the Denkyira State.

The traditional authorities stressed the need for government officials, particularly those responsible for security and local administration, to work with traditional leaders to preserve peace rather than engage in actions that could deepen divisions within the traditional area.

The Council said it remained committed to peace and the protection of the dignity and authority of Denkyira traditional leadership, but insisted that the government must take immediate steps to address the concerns raised.