The Sunyani Traditional Council has officially suspended Nana Akosua Dua Asor Sika Brayie II, the Paramount Queen Mother of the Sunyani Traditional Area, until further notice.
This decision was made during a council meeting and was announced at a press conference held on June 17, 2025.
Details of the Press Conference
The press conference was attended by the Acting President of the Sunyani Traditional Council, Nana Kwaku Sarbeng Ababio, and the Paramount Chief of the area, Odeefour Ogyeamansan Boahen Korkor II. The event drew hundreds of supporters, many of whom were dressed in black and red attire, sporting red armbands to signify their support for the council’s decision.
During the press conference, Nana Kwaku Sarbeng Ababio publicly announced the suspension of the Queen Mother. He emphasized that her recent actions, particularly bringing approximately ninety armed thugs to seize control of the Sunyani old palace, were unacceptable and had brought shame to the Boahen Korkor Royal Stool of Sunyani.
*Statements from Council Leaders*
Nana Kwaku Sarbeng Ababio clarified, “Let it be unequivocally stated there is only one recognized chief in Sunyani Traditional Area – Odeefour Ogyeamansan Boahen Korkor II.” He further denounced Osei Tutu, who was allegedly enstooled by the Queen Mother, labelling him an imposter.
According to Ababio, Osei Tutu was among seven royals presented by the Queen Mother to the King Makers of the Sunyani Traditional Council but was rejected due to his lack of understanding of Sunyani traditions, boundaries, and his own family history.
*Allegations Against the Queen Mother*
The Paramount Chief outlined several serious allegations against the Queen Mother:
– Alleged Misuse of Council Letterhead: The Queen Mother allegedly used the Sunyani Traditional Council’s letterhead to sign consent letters for
individuals, extorting money unlawfully from them. The Paramount Chief stressed that she is not a member of his council and her actions are illegal.
– Unauthorized Sale of Stool Lands*: Many / lands were reportedly sold bly her without council approval, utilizing the council’s letterhead for these transactions.
– *Mistreatment of Market Women*: The Queen Mother has been accused of mistreating market women, forcing them to crawl on the ground as a form of punishment.
– *Disrespect Toward Divisional Chief*: She has insulted the divisional chiefs, demonstrating a blatant lack of respect for her position and the traditional hierarchy.
*Directives from the Council*
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f the Sunyani Traditional Council issued directives to local institutions, instructing them not to recognize or engage with the Queen Mother in any capacity. Media houses were also advised against interviewing her on any chieftaincy matters related to Sunyani.
- Odeefour Ogyeamansan Boahen Korko,Ppqchallenged qqanyone claiming to be a chief to appear publicly, stating, “Anyone who feels the
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After the press i l, the Nananom and their supporters marched through the streets of Sunyani to an area where they performed traditional rites at their family house, reinforcing their commitment to the traditions and
