Kasoa, Odupong Ofaakor chiefs call for removal of MCE over alleged incompetence, disrespect
Traditional authorities in Kasoa, Odupong Ofaakor and surrounding communities have called on President John Dramani Mahama to remove the Awutu Senya East Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Seth Serwonoo Banini, over allegations of incompetence and disrespect towards traditional leaders.
Chiefs from Kasoa, Odupong Ofaakor and nearby areas have urged President John Dramani Mahama to dismiss the Awutu Senya East Municipal Chief Executive, Seth Serwonoo Banini, due to claims of incompetence and disrespectful behavior towards traditional leaders. During the 2026 Awubia Festival, the chiefs voiced their concerns about the municipality's administration and the lack of cooperation between the Municipal Assembly and traditional authorities.
They stated that the Assembly's effectiveness under Banini's leadership has declined since his appointment, citing Awutu Senya East's poor ranking among Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives in the Central Region. The chiefs also alleged that the MCE interfered with chieftaincy matters and did not treat traditional authorities with the respect they deserve.
Furthermore, they expressed worry over Banini's comments regarding traditional authorities and land ownership, which they believed painted chiefs and land custodians in a negative manner. At the festival, Boundary Chief of the Awutu Traditional Council, Nai Atopi, implored President Mahama and the Central Regional Minister to consider replacing the MCE with someone more amenable to collaborating with traditional authorities.
He emphasized that the chiefs no longer wished for Mr. Banini to remain as MCE, alleging that his actions were harming the National Democratic Congress (NDC)'s standing in Kasoa. Nai Atopi and the Mankrado of the Odupong Ofaakor Stool, Nai Darko Ankrah, as well as the Odikro of Kasoa, Nai Saani Seidu, also raised concerns about perceived attempts to intimidate traditional leaders through political influence.
They stressed that political leaders should respect the independence and authority of traditional institutions and refrain from actions that might undermine them. The traditional authorities called for better relations between the Municipal Assembly and traditional leaders, stressing that mutual respect and cooperation were vital for promoting development and maintaining peace in Kasoa and the broader Awutu Senya East Municipality.
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