The Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, Yaa-Naa Abukari II, has paid a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama, at the Presiden�cy in Accra last Thursday.
The visit was for the Overlord to offer his congratulations to Presi�dent Mahama on his re-election in December 2024 and express sup�port for his leadership and vision for the nation.
In a congratulatory message de�livered on behalf of the Yaa-Naa by Naa Bapir Zangbaling-Naa, Dr Jacob Yakubu Mahama, Paramount Chief of Zangbalinga, the Dagbon overlord commended the President for the leadership he has brought to bear since assuming office.
He conveyed the Dagbon peo�ples appreciation to the President for his ongoing efforts to revitalise the Ghanaian economy and pro�mote inclusive governance.
Mr President, I am happy to be here today with my chiefs and elders to offer our warmest con�gratulations to you and the good people of Ghana on your assump�tion of office, the Yaa-Naa said.
This marks a new chapter in Ghanas development journey, and I am confident your leadership will usher in an era of growth, peace, and prosperity.
The Overlord lauded Presi�dent Mahamas swift actions to restore economic stability, citing the sustained appreciation of the Ghana Cedi against major trading currencies.
He was full of praise for Pres�ident Mahama for his decision to reduce the size of government, strengthen cabinet efficiency, and introduce a Code of Conduct for appointees, describing these ini�tiatives as landmark steps toward transparency and accountability.
The Yaa-Naa also commended the Presidents efforts to engage citizen in decision making, refer�encing the recently held National Economic and Education Dia�logues as powerful examples of inclusive leadership.
By bringing together experts, stakeholders, and citizens from all walks of life, you have shown a willingness to listen, learn, and adapt. These dialogues are shaping a long-term vision for Ghanas development, he added wished the President well in the rest of his tenure.
On his part, President Mahama expressed appreciation to the Yaa-Naa for the support and counsel hes always made available to him.
He reiterated his administrations resolve to work closely with tradi�tional authorities to bring develop�ment close to the people.
Tradition is foundational, this government will not sideline tradi�tional rulers. We will partner with you, we will listen to your wise counsel. We will honor your place in the national architecture of gov�ernance, the President stated.
He assured the Yaa-Naa of his Governments commitment to give Dagbon and the Northern Regiin as a while its fair share of the national cake.
BY JULIUS YAO PETETSI
