By Opesika Tetteh Puplampu
Kasseh-Ada, Dec. 19, GNA – The Ada Community Chiefs Association has held its first-ever end-of-year gathering to review its activities over the year and outline plans for 2026.
The association, which has a membership of over 50 community chiefs across the Ada State, met with key stakeholders to assess its progress and set the tone for enhanced unity, peace and development in the coming year.
The gathering was attended by members of the Ada Traditional Council, representatives of the Ada Queen Mothers’ Consortium, opinion leaders, and some former government appointees.
Nene Dameh Sewu III, Chief of Togbloku Okor and General Secretary of the association, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that the meeting provided an opportunity for members and stakeholders to scrutinise the association’s activities and offer guidance as the new year approaches.
Nene Sewu explained that the association was formed against the backdrop of instability and tensions in some Ada communities, particularly over issues surrounding the Songor Lagoon, which had affected peaceful coexistence.
According to him, the association has contributed to promoting peace and harmonious living among residents, adding that it has helped rebuild trust between chiefs and community members.
He noted that the installation of parallel chiefs in some communities had stalled development, stressing that legitimate and recognised chieftaincy structures were essential for unity and progress.
“We cannot always wait for the government. When chiefs are installed legitimately, it enhances unity, stability, and development. That is why we are collaborating with the traditional council to prevent the menace of parallel chief installations,” he said.
Nene Amornortey Nangwa-Apenkro IV, the Chief of Ada-Afiadenyigba and Public Relations Officer of the association, called on community members to accord maximum respect to their chiefs, describing respect as a foundation for peace, order and tranquillity.
“Peace is golden and unity brings strength. Nobody is perfect, even though we chiefs are human. When a chief errs, approach the matter with respect and not violence,” he advised.
He also urged chiefs to lead by example by showing respect to community members to foster unity and development.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo/Kenneth Odeng Adade