Akronwe Gets New Kontihene, Pledges to Champion Developmental Projects for the Community
The people of Akronwe in the Bosome Freho District of the Ashanti Region have officially enstooled Nana Yaw Appiah II as their new Kontihene, ushering in a renewed era of leadership aimed at tackling developmental setbacks and restoring moral values in the community.
The installation ceremony, held amidst drumming, dancing, and deep cultural rituals, brought together traditional leaders, residents, and dignitaries from far and near, all gathered to witness what many described as a turning point for Akronwe. In his first official address, Nana Yaw Appiah II laid out a bold vision centered on community development, youth discipline, and collaborative progress.
He lamented the lack of basic infrastructure in Akronwe, including the absence of clean water, adequate school facilities, modern toilet systems, and a standard community market. He vowed to use his new position to advocate for these needs and attract support from the government, NGOs, and private partners.
“I will not rest until Akronwe sees real progress,” Nana Yaw Appiah II stated passionately. “Our children deserve better schools, our people deserve potable water, and our women deserve a proper market to trade. These are not luxuries—they are rights.”
In addition to development, Nana Yaw Appiah II took a firm stand on addressing social vices. He declared a total ban on children’s involvement in illegal mining activities, describing the practice as a major threat to education and youth safety. He also condemned teenage pregnancy and the widespread use of spiritual curses to settle disputes, describing such practices as regressive and destructive.
He introduced a new community rule that anyone found cursing another person would be fined with four packets of roofing sheets. He called on parents to educate their children on proper conduct, stressing that rebuilding Akronwe begins with a change in mindset and behaviour.
Joining him at the ceremony, the Chief of Akronwe, Nana Akuoko Sarfo II, threw his full support behind the new Kontihene’s direction. Nana Akuoko Sarfo II revealed that in less than a year on the stool, he had already initiated three major development projects: the construction of an ultra-modern palace, a community market, and a community centre.
“These projects are already ongoing, but we need more support to complete them,” he said. “I call on the government, NGOs, and development agencies to come to our aid. Akronwe deserves its fair share of development.”
He also expressed concern about the increasing abuse of drugs among the youth in the area, particularly substances like tramadol, marijuana, and opioids. He cautioned young people to stay away from such habits and called on government and health authorities to help fight the growing threat of addiction and lawlessness.
The community durbar ended with a show of unity and hope, as residents rallied behind the new leadership. Many expressed optimism that the combined efforts of Nana Yaw Appiah II and Nana Akuoko Sarfo II would bring lasting change to Akronwe.
“This is the first time in a long while that we are seeing leadership with vision and action,” said a resident elder. “The whole community is ready to support them.”
As Akronwe begins this new journey under strong traditional leadership, the people are hopeful that promises made will soon become development seen—and lived.
