Parliamentary Select Committee Engages Asantehene On Chieftaincy Matters.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Chieftaincy, Culture and Religious Affairs has paid a courtesy call on the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as part of its oversight responsibilities and working visit to the Ashanti Region.
The visit formed part of the committee’s efforts to engage key stakeholders in Ghana’s chieftaincy institution and seek their input on matters relating to traditional leadership, culture and religious affairs.
Speaking during the visit, Fred Kyei, who serves as Chairman of Parliament’s Select Committee on Chieftaincy, Culture and Religious Affairs in Ghana’s 9th Parliament, emphasized the important role the Asantehene plays in chieftaincy matters both in Ghana and internationally.
According to him, the Asantehene remains a major stakeholder whose wisdom and guidance are invaluable in addressing issues affecting traditional leadership and cultural governance in the country.
He noted that the committee found it necessary to officially introduce its mandate to the Asantehene while also seeking his views and recommendations on issues concerning chieftaincy and cultural preservation.
The committee delegation included the Vice Chairman, Elvis Osei Mensah Dapaah, as well as ranking members of the committee, who were warmly received at the Manhyia Palace.
Also speaking after the engagement, Elvis Osei Mensah Dapaah, disclosed that several important concerns and suggestions raised by the Asantehene would be taken back to Parliament for further deliberation and possible action.
He assured that the committee remains committed to working closely with traditional authorities across the country to promote peace, preserve Ghana’s cultural heritage and strengthen the institution of chieftaincy.
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