Barima Siaw Panin ll (2nd L) addressing the press
The Denkyira Traditional Council has called on the government to remove the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Upper Denkyira West, Isaac Nsiah, from office, accusing him of disrespect and interference in matters involving the Denkyirahene, Odeefuo Boa Amponsem IV.
Speaking at a press conference on behalf of the Denkyirahene at the Amponsem Ahenfie in Dunkwa-on-Offin last Friday, the Denkyira Gyasehene and Denkyira Nyameani Hene, Barima Siaw Panin II, also called on President John Mahama to reassign the Central North Police Commander, DCOP Abraham Acquaye.
The Denkyira Traditional Council said the conduct of the two officials amounted to a deliberate erosion of the dignity and authority of the Denkyira Stool.
“The Denkyira Traditional Council is deeply concerned about a disturbing pattern of conduct exhibited by the District Chief Executive and the Central North Regional Police Commander.
“Our grievance lies in the manner in which this mandate is being exercised in matters involving the Denkyirahene,” he stated.
The chief accused Mr. Nsiah of interfering in chieftaincy related issues and would “no longer recognise or engage with him as the DCE of Upper Denkyira West.”
“Our demands are that Government should immediately reassigned Police DCOP Abraham Acquaye from the policing division covering Denkyiraman, removal of Hon. Isaac Nsiah from office as DCE of Upper Denkyira West.”
According to the Council, the Dunkwa Odikro, Nana Obeng Nuakoh III, disobeyed directives from the Denkyirahene and allegedly engaged vigilantes to disrupt a sacred celebration and also alleged that the police, under the command of DCOP Acquaye, prevented the Denkyirahene and his subjects from accessing a river to perform a rite during an Akwasidae celebration, while providing security for the Dunkwa Odikro.
“The police provided armed protection for Dunkwa Odikro at the river, but blocked the Denkyirahene and his Abrempong from reaching the exact same location under the pretext of a REGSEC directive. Executive directives cannot be selectively weaponised against the Denkyirahene Stool,” the chief stated.
The Council also alleged that the Denkyirahemaa, Nana Ama Ayensua Saara III, was subjected to “improper treatment” by the police and claimed that DCOP Acquaye threatened her with a police report while she was admitted at a hospital.
Apart from the removal and reassignment of the two officials, the Traditional Council also called for a thorough investigation into an arson attack at Denkyira Nyinawusu on August 30, 2026, while calling for inquiry into allegations of illegal mining in the area.
The chiefs appealed to the President to review administrative protocols to stop selective security actions that compromise traditional rights.
The Council argued that the use of Regional Security Council (REGSEC) directives must not be selective or applied in a manner that infringes on the rights and authority of traditional rulers, citing Article 270(1) of the 1992 Constitution, which guarantees the institution of chieftaincy, and Section 63 of the Chieftaincy Act, 2008 (Act 759), which criminalises unauthorised chieftaincy activities.
“Review of REGSEC Protocols, administrative protocols to stop selective security bans that compromise traditional rights,” he added.
The Denkyira Traditional Council reaffirmed its commitment to peace, constitutional order and the lawful resolution of disputes, but warned that it would not tolerate what it described as “the continued undermining of the authority and dignity of the Denkyirahene.”
A Daily Guide Report