VIDEO: I will report you to Otumfuo – NPP regional director tells Ashanti Regional Minister

The Ashanti Regional Director of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Nyando, has vowed to report the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, for what he claims is a show of disrespect towards traditional authorities in the region.

Paul Nyando [L] and Dr Frank Amoakohene
The NPP spokesperson has accused the minister of usurping the role of the chiefs by organising the Ashanti Festival, dubbed ‘Ashantifest’, without involving the traditional leaders, who he insists are the rightful custodians and organizers of such cultural celebrations.

Ashantifest is an initiative spearheaded by the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC) to celebrate and promote the rich cultural heritage of Asanteman.

Speaking in an interview with Kumasi-based Ashh FM, Paul Nyando stated that he would inform the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, about the development as soon as he returns from his travels, and appeal to him to sanction the minister.

“Otumfuo has traveled. As soon as he returns, I will meet him at the airport and inform him that the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, organized a festival in his absence. Kumasi does not belong to the NDC, and you cannot organize a festival without the involvement of the traditional authorities. Kumasi belongs to Otumfuo. Festivals are always led by our chiefs. So, as I’ve said, I will tell Otumfuo that in his absence, the regional minister arrogated powers to himself, disregarded the traditional authorities, and organised a festival.

“I will plead with Otumfuo to take action against the regional minister for usurping the powers of the traditional authorities. Instead of focusing on tackling the filth that is consuming Kumasi or the erratic power supply that is negatively affecting residents, he has taken over the role of our chiefs to organize a festival. Right at the airport, I will inform Otumfuo about this disrespectful act.”

Ashantifest, which kicked off on 12th April, has transformed the Ashanti Region into a hub of activity, attracting both residents and tourists to partake in a series of cultural, entertainment, and entrepreneurial events.

Stakeholders in the fashion, sports, arts, and tourism sectors have been major beneficiaries, leveraging the festival’s platform to showcase their talents and grow their businesses.

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