Power Is Transient’ – Otumfuo Warns Against Political Interference In Chieftaincy.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has issued a strong warning to government appointees against using political influence to meddle in chieftaincy affairs, stressing that positions of power are not permanent.
Addressing the Asanteman Council on Monday, April 20, he expressed concern over what he described as increasing interference in traditional disputes, particularly in areas such as Sampa and other parts of the country.
“Your government is in power, so you think you can do whatever you please. Know that power is transient. Of course, you can go ahead and use that power for whatever you want now,” he cautioned.
The Asantehene also raised alarm over what he sees as disregard for court rulings in communities including Sampa, Nkyeraa, Amantim, and parts of Asante Akyem, where rival claimants continue to assert authority.
