Bomfa installs new chief after 8-year chieftaincy dispute

In the Juaben Traditional Area of the Ashanti Region, the kingmakers of Bomfa have installed 62-year-old Nana Kwame Agyemang Opambuor as the new chief, concluding an eight-year chapter of chieftaincy disputes. The new chief, previously known as Kwame Agyemang, replaces Nana Opoku Acheampong, who was removed from office due to accountability concerns.

Upon taking office, Nana Opambuor swore allegiance to his community, the Juabenhene, Daasebre Otuo Sereboe II, and pledged to uphold the Bomfa Stool, traditional council, and Asante Kingdom. The Juabenhene cautioned the new chief against arrogance and encouraged humility, integrity, and inclusiveness in governance. He urged the kingmakers and residents to support the new chief to promote peace and spur development.

Nana Opambuor expressed gratitude to the Juabenhene for resolving the prolonged dispute, which would restore hope and foster unity for cultural preservation, local governance, social cohesion, and community development. The new chief plans to attract development projects to Bomfa, including a police station, senior high school, upgraded health centre, and a modern palace.

He also proposed establishing an educational amusement center to blend recreation with learning and urged the youth to avoid drug abuse, thuggery, and robbery.