Naa Seidu Tungbani Salinbille II outdoored as Dorimon chief after four-year dispute

Naa Seidu Tungbani Salinbille II has been officially recognized as the new chief of Dorimon in the Wa West District of the Upper West Region. The title was previously held by him since his ensigning on June 3, 2022, but a long-standing dispute prevented his official outdooring. This issue was finally resolved and the grand ceremony took place on Thursday following traditional customs.

The new chief had to jump over a cow while being accompanied by Imams, queen mothers, security personnel, and residents. The Imams, acting as his spiritual godfathers, recited verses from the Quran before he leaped over the animal. The festivities continued with a durbar where delegations from Dagbon, Mamprugu, Burkina Faso, and Côte d’Ivoire attended.

In his acceptance speech, Naa Seidu expressed gratitude to the people of Dorimon and urged the government to tackle the region's numerous challenges. He emphasized the desire of children and future generations for a unified community with a shared vision. Wa West's Member of Parliament, retired Superintendent Peter Lanchene Toobu, highlighted the focus on roads, culture, and peace.

Toobu said President's visit to the area resulted in the attention being given to key roads, which were promised to be constructed post-presidential visit. He further mentioned meeting the Minister for Roads and Highways and requesting updates on the progress. Toobu concluded by emphasizing the importance of cooperation and collaboration for future development.