The Kwahu Traditional Area has strongly objected to the public presentation of Eugene Asante Boadi as “Kwahuhene” during the official ceremony held to welcome President John Dramani Mahama to the Eastern Region as part of his “Resetting Ghana” tour on May 1, 2026.
Addressing the media on behalf of the Okwahu Akyɛame Kuo, spokesperson Nana Yaw Asante described the development as “deeply unfortunate, misleading, and provocative,” insisting that Mr. Boadi no longer holds any customary authority in Kwahuman.
According to Nana Yaw Asante, Eugene Asante Boadi, formerly known in stool affairs as Daasebre Akuamoah Agyapong II, was lawfully destooled as Omanhene of Kwahu in October 2024 following allegations of extortion, conflict of interest, and conduct considered detrimental to the dignity and reputation of the Kwahu Paramount Stool.
He stressed that since the destoolment, Mr. Boadi has neither participated in nor appeared at any official traditional function within Kwahuman in the capacity of Kwahuhene.
“As custodians of the traditions, customs, and authority of Kwahuman, we find it necessary to state unequivocally that Kwahuman does not recognize Eugene Asante Boadi as Kwahuhene,” Nana Yaw Asante stated.
The spokesperson further referenced earlier media reports published by Graphic Online and the Daily Graphic in October 2024, which linked Mr. Boadi to allegations of collecting bribes and receiving monies from a businessman seeking an Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) loan facility while he served as Board Chairman of the bank.
According to the traditional authorities, the allegations and the subsequent reputational concerns surrounding the matter led to his enforced resignation and eventual removal from the Kwahu Paramount Stool.
Nana Yaw Asante maintained that chiefs and kingmakers within the Kwahu Traditional Area viewed the public recognition of the destooled chief at a major state function as an affront to the customs, dignity, and established traditional structures of Kwahuman.
He cautioned state officials, political actors, and institutions against any attempt to impose Eugene Asante Boadi on the people of Kwahu under any circumstance.
“The chiefs and people of Kwahuman remain resolute in protecting the integrity, customs, and authority of the Kwahu Paramount Stool and will resist every attempt to undermine the collective will and customary position of the area,” he said.
The Okwahu Akyɛame Kuo also called on government institutions, the media, and the general public to exercise restraint and respect due traditional processes, especially while judicial proceedings relating to the matter remain before the Judicial Committee of the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs.
Nana Yaw Asante emphasized that preserving peace, unity, and respect for traditional authority in Kwahuman must remain a priority for all stakeholders.
