By Michael Foli Jackidy
Ave-Dakpa (V/R), Feb. 14, GNA – Mr Bless Kojo Katamani, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Akatsi North, has organised a capacity-building workshop for chiefs and queens from the seven paramountcies in the district, to help prevent the escalation of emerging chieftaincy disputes.
The initiative, described as proactive and strategic, brought together 122 traditional leaders, including Paramount Chiefs and Queens, to deliberate on conflict prevention, traditional governance and peaceful dispute resolution.
Notable participants included Torgbui Adogo Agbalekpor IV of the Tagba Traditional Area, Torgbui Ahiagbor Gamor IV of the Ave-Havi Traditional Area, Torgbui Dzidenu Zoglo III of Dzadzefe, and Torgbui Nyamekor Glakpe V of the Ave-Dakpa Traditional Area.
The workshop featured experienced resource persons, including the District Police Commander of Akatsi North and the Magistrate of the Akatsi North District Magistrate Court, who provided practical perspectives on conflict management and the rule of law.
They underscored the importance of collaboration between traditional authorities, security agencies, and the judiciary in preserving peace, ensuring lawful processes in succession matters and preventing disputes from degenerating into prolonged conflicts.
The facilitators further stressed the need for early dialogue mechanisms, respect for customary practices and strict adherence to constitutional and legal frameworks governing chieftaincy issues.
Participants expressed satisfaction with the programme, describing it as timely, insightful, and impactful.
They appealed for similar workshops to be organised regularly to strengthen unity, deepen understanding, and enhance cooperation among traditional leaders in the district.
The initiative highlights the critical role of dialogue, education, and partnership in sustaining peace and promoting development within traditional governance systems in Akatsi North.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/ Christabel Addo