AGONA WEST MCE REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO EQUITABLE DEVELOPMENT DURING END-OF-YEAR THANK YOU TOUR

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The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Agona West, Hon. Eric Gyamfi Odoom, has once again demonstrated responsible and people-centered leadership by assuring traditional authorities and residents of an equal share of the municipal development agenda during his end-of-year Thank You Tour across Agonaman. Speaking to Nananom and elders, Hon. Eric Gyamfi Odoom emphasized that his administration remains accountable to the people through their traditional leaders, reaffirming that development under his leadership will be fair, inclusive, and transparent, irrespective of political, social, or geographical considerations. The MCE assured the chiefs that the “municipal cake” — development projects and opportunities — will be fairly distributed, with special attention given to communities facing urgent infrastructure deficits. He outlined key priority areas, including: Improvement of road networks Provision of potable drinking water Expansion of electricity Construction and rehabilitation of s...
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Tragedy Strikes Agona Abodom: Festival Turns Deadly Amid Renewed Chieftaincy Dispute

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What was meant to be a peaceful and joyous celebration in Agona Abodom has turned into a community-wide tragedy. The town, located in the Agona West Municipality of Ghana's Central Region, was plunged into chaos after violent clashes erupted during a traditional festival, leaving three people dead and many others seriously injured.

According to reports, the violence stems from a deep-rooted chieftaincy dispute that has plagued the community for more than four decades. Though tensions had appeared to ease following the installation of Nana Osamdade Obrempong XI earlier this year, recent events suggest the conflict is far from over.

The Attack: As traditional leaders and residents gathered to celebrate the festival, an opposing faction allegedly hired land guards to violently disrupt the occasion. Eyewitnesses say the assailants stormed the chief’s palace, damaging vehicles, tables, chairs, and other property before clashing with residents. “It was terrifying. We didn’t expect violence during a cultural event. People were running, others got caught in the middle,” said Kwame Arhin, an eyewitness who confirmed the fatalities.

Fear Grips the Town: Residents now live in fear, uncertain of what might happen next. Some have temporarily fled their homes, while others are calling for urgent military and police presence to restore peace and protect innocent lives.

Hon. Alex Donkor, Assembly Member for the Agona Abodom Electoral Area, has called the situation “dire” and is appealing to the government and security agencies for immediate intervention.

“This is beyond local control. We need reinforcements. If something is not done now, more lives could be lost,” he said.

A Call for Peace:  The tragedy in Agona Abodom is a harsh reminder of the consequences of unresolved traditional conflicts. As families mourn their loved ones and the wounded seek treatment, the larger call is for dialogue, unity, and reconciliation.

The people of Agona Abodom deserve peace—lasting peace—not just during festivals, but every single day.

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