Anomabo Omankardo Urges Local Government Minister to Strengthen Collaboration with Chiefs for Development

The Omankardo of the Anomabo Traditional Area, Nana Offesah XV, has called on the Minister for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs to deepen collaboration between the government and traditional authorities to accelerate development across the country.

According to Nana Offesah XV, a stronger partnership between the government and traditional leaders would help clarify the respective roles of both institutions and enable them to work together more effectively in addressing the developmental needs of communities.

He said chiefs remain important stakeholders in local development and therefore must be actively engaged in government’s development initiatives, particularly those directly affecting their traditional areas.

Nana Offesah XV made the call during this year’s Eguadoto (sacred stool cleansing ceremony), an annual traditional observance organised to honour and remember his ancestors.

Speaking at the event, he explained that the celebration forms an important part of the customs and traditions of the people, providing an opportunity for chiefs and community members to reflect on their heritage while promoting unity, peace and development.

He noted that chiefs who occupy the black stool have a responsibility to preserve the traditions handed down by their ancestors and to ensure that such traditions continue to benefit present and future generations.

Nana Offesah XV therefore appealed to the government to strengthen its engagement with traditional leaders and involve them more meaningfully in development planning and implementation.

He said effective collaboration between government and chiefs could help identify pressing challenges within communities and facilitate the delivery of appropriate development projects.

The Omankardohemaa of Anomabo, Nana Bruba VII, also used the occasion to urge the public to make truthfulness a fundamental principle in their daily lives.

She stressed the importance of honesty, noting that the truth may sometimes take time to emerge, but when it eventually comes to light, it has the power to resolve misunderstandings and bring clarity to situations.

Nana Bruba VII encouraged individuals, families and community leaders to uphold the truth at all times, saying doing so would promote peace, trust and unity among the people.

The Queen Mother of the Anomabo Traditional Area, Nana Mbroba Dabo I, also spoke on the importance of preserving the customs and traditions of the people.

She called for greater efforts to encourage the youth to actively participate in traditional activities and learn about their cultural heritage.

According to her, involving young people in traditional practices would help preserve the identity and values of the community while ensuring that important customs are passed on to future generations.

She therefore encouraged parents, traditional leaders and other stakeholders to create opportunities for the youth to learn, appreciate and actively participate in the customs and traditions of Anomabo.

The Eguadoto celebration brought together traditional leaders, community members and other stakeholders to honour the ancestors while reflecting on the importance of unity, truth, cultural preservation and collective development.