WHO DOESN’T WANT PEACE?’ – Dormaahene Pledges To Resolve ‘Bad Blood’ With Asantehene

Dormaahene Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II has expressed his commitment to resolving conflicts with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

The Dormaahene made this pledge during a visit from Nana Kwame Bediako, also known as Cheddar, who is the presidential candidate for the New Force.

Cheddar, on a regional tour to promote his campaign, stopped by the Dormaahene’s palace to advocate for peace between Dormaahene and Otumfuo. Emphasising the importance of unity, he said, “Otumfuo and Osagyefo are two significant names, and both are chiefs. If it weren’t for the blessings of God, they wouldn’t have become chiefs. But things happen for a reason.”

Offering symbolic drinks as a peace gesture, he continued, “I came here with drinks to appease you, and I will plead on behalf of Otumfuo as well to cease all grudges between the two of you. I, Nana Kwame Bediako, am offering my head for the sake of peace. If the two of you are united, we have peace in Ghana. But if there is separation, then we are also separated. What I am asking them to do, if it doesn’t become possible, they should behead me.”

In reply, Dormaahene assured Cheddar that he would strive to make peace with Otumfuo, expressing his gratitude for Cheddar’s bold words. “What he said has left me speechless. He has addressed issues that our leaders in the country cannot talk about. Who doesn’t want peace? I have thought about it, and I promise him that his efforts won’t be in vain. If not for Ghana’s 1992 constitution that prohibits chiefs from engaging in politics, I would have declared my support for him.”

Dormaahene has consistently spoken out against specific actions taken by the Asantehene, specifically concerning what he sees as the Asantehene exceeding his traditional authority.

Their tense relationship has often been highlighted in the media, as Dormaahene has recently expressed disapproval of Otumfuo’s decision to elevate Fiaprehene to the highest position, a decision which Dormaahene believes goes beyond the Asantehene’s power.

The ongoing tensions between Dormaahene and Asantehene could see a hopeful turn with Dormaahene’s recent remarks.