The Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council has announced the appointment of Nana Ofori Ahenkan II, Chief of Sefwi Boinzan and Krontihene of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council, as Acting President of the Council.
The appointment, made pursuant to Section 14(1) and Section 15(3) of the Chieftaincy Act, 2008 (Act 759), follows the prolonged absence of the substantive President of the Council and the traditional area.
Members of the Council unanimously endorsed and inducted the Krontihene to take up the role in order to ensure continuity in leadership.
With this appointment, Nana Ofori Ahenkan II will oversee the administration of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council and the traditional area, preside over meetings, and represent the Council in matters of traditional and developmental importance.
The confirmation of the appointment was disclosed to Sefwinews by the Kyidomhene of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council, Nana Elluo Panyin III.
The decision is expected to strengthen the stability of the Traditional Council and safeguard the effective management of traditional affairs in the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council.