Belgium-based ICGC pastor enstooled Amanonehene of Abotakyi

A 44-year-old Reverend Minister of the International Central Gospel Church, Reverend Richard Tagoe, has been appointed Amanonehene of Abotakyi in the Eastern Region's Akuapem Traditional Area. Reverend Tagoe, who resides in Belgium, will assume the title Nana Ohene Tagoe I. The Amanonehene title aims to bolster the welfare of overseas residents and encourage their support for local development projects.

Upon traditional rites, the newly appointed Amanonehene was carried shoulder-high and paraded through Abotakyi's main streets, accompanied by cheers, drumming, and dancing. During a ceremony at the town's chief's palace on October 12, Nana Ohene Tagoe I took an oath of allegiance to Chief Nana Kwame Sakyi Ababio II. The chief and elders stated that the traditional council introduced the Amanonehene title to foster connections with indigenes and organizations outside Ghana, as well as to attract resources for local development.

Chief Nana Kwame Sakyi Ababio II explained that the new Amanonehene was chosen due to his demonstrated support for the town and his readiness to assist in raising funds from the diaspora. He further urged Reverend Tagoe to maintain honesty in his endeavors to solicit financial aid for town development. At a press conference, Reverend Tagoe I expressed his commitment to utilizing his position to enhance infrastructure and attract investors to Abotakyi.

He further pledged to connect the town with business-oriented individuals eager to invest in projects that could generate employment and elevate local livelihoods. Reverend Tagoe I expressed his intent to aid in creating job opportunities for the youth and reducing the town's unemployment rate and teenage pregnancy rate.

This appointment is anticipated to strengthen the town's relationship with its diaspora, as traditional leaders pursue support for development and economic opportunities for residents.