Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV
A renowned businessman in the Western Region has been enstooled as the new Omanhene of Shama Traditional Area in the Western Region with the stool name Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV.
His enstoolment marks a significant milestone, ending nearly 13 years of vacancy in the Shama stool.
Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV was appointed by the Number 1 & 4 Asafo Companies of Shama, which hold the authority to select Omanhene.
The new Omanhene will thus, serve as the President of the Shama Traditional Council (STC).
Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV will later be officially invited to the Western Regional House of Chiefs and sworn in as a member once he is gazetted.
In an interview, Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV shared his ambitious vision for Shama and its surrounding areas.
He stressed the urgent need for development, explaining that the community has faced stagnation in terms of development projects due to chieftaincy disputes.
“As the new Omanhene, I am committed to transforming Shama, with a focus on areas such as health infrastructure, education, and road development among others.
“This is a new chapter for Shama, with me Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV poised to lead the ancient fishing community forward,” he emphasised.
From Emmanuel Opoku, Takoradi