5 key takeaways from Togbe Afede XIV during President Mahama’s visit to the Volta Region

As part of his Thank You Tour following his victory in the 2024 presidential elections, President John Dramani Mahama visited the Volta Region, where he was warmly received at a durbar at the Jubilee Park in Ho.

The Agbogbomefia of the Asogli Traditional Area, Togbe Afede XIV, delivered a powerful and thought-provoking speech, addressing constitutional reform, governance, and leadership while commending President Mahama’s efforts to restore Ghana’s standing globally.

Here are five key takeaways from Togbe Afede XIV’s remarks:

1. Call for Constitutional Reform

Togbe Afede XIV criticized Ghana’s current constitution, describing it as outdated and a contributor to impunity in governance.

“Our constitution has outlived its usefulness. It’s partly one of the reasons why impunity has thrived,” he declared. His statement reflects growing calls for constitutional review to address governance challenges and strengthen democratic accountability in Ghana.

2. Criticism of Resource Inequality

The respected chief expressed frustration over economic inequality, pointing to a system that enables a select few to dominate national resources at the expense of the majority.

“It is bad enough to suffer, but it is worse to know that you’re suffering because a few people think they deserve all that the state has to offer and get themselves involved in a desperate struggle for our limited resources under property-owning democracy,” he lamented.

3. Praise for Volta Regional Minister-designate

Togbe Afede XIV took the opportunity to commend President Mahama for appointing a capable Volta Regional Minister, contrasting the new appointee with his predecessor, Dr. Archibald Letsa, who served under the Akufo-Addo administration.

“Thank you for giving us a good regional minister, who has promised to work with the people. We know he will not be like the one we just had,” he remarked, delivering a thinly veiled critique of Dr. Archibald Letsa, former Volta Region minister.

4. Condemnation of Past Leadership

In a stinging rebuke, Togbe Afede XIV accused former appointees Dr. Archibald Letsa and Peter Amewu of disrespecting Volta Region chiefs and citizens during the previous administration.

“Dr. Archibald Letsa, Peter Amewu denigrated us and chiefs at the Jubilee House when we appealed for the withdrawal of soldiers in 2020,” he stated.

5. Commendation for President Mahama’s Global Leadership

Togbe Afede XIV lauded President Mahama for his efforts to rebuild Ghana’s international reputation and restore its influence on the African continent.

“I have enjoyed watching you try to restore Ghana’s image through your travels, trying to reestablish lost friendships, trying to establish Ghana’s leadership in African affairs,” he said.

The Agbogbomefia’s comments reflect growing optimism around Mahama’s ability to navigate international relations and enhance Ghana’s role in regional diplomacy.

Togbe Afede XIV’s speech at the Jubilee Park not only highlighted pressing issues in Ghana’s governance and society but also set a tone of cautious optimism for the future under President Mahama’s leadership.

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