Tension in Gonjaland as Yagbonwura refuses to stand to greet Akufo-Addo
Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale (I)
Drama unfolded in Gonjaland as Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale (I), the Overlord of Gonja Traditional Area, declined to stand up to greet President Akufo-Addo during a Durbar event.
Read full articleDuring the 48th Annual Congress of the Gonjaland Youth Association and the 1st Anniversary of the Gonja Overlord's enskinment, President Akufo-Addo approached Yagbonwura to exchange greetings, but the latter remained seated, gesturing with raised hands to indicate he wouldn't rise from his throne.
In a video circulating on soscial media, some officials from the Yagbonwura Palace were heard directing insults at President Akufo-Addo for expecting the king to stand up before greeting him.
Social media reactions have predominantly criticized Akufo-Addo's actions, with some highlighting the cultural significance of the Yagbonwura's decision not to rise for greetings.
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