The Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has warned government officials not to misuse their positions to influence chieftaincy affairs, stressing that political authority is short-lived.

Addressing the Asanteman Council on Monday, April 20, 2026, the Asantehene raised concerns about what he described as increasing political involvement in traditional disputes, particularly pointing to incidents in Sampa and other communities.

He also lamented what he sees as a growing disregard for court rulings in places such as Sampa, Nkyeraa, Amantim, and parts of Asante Akyem, where competing factions continue to claim leadership.

Otumfuo further criticised some Paramount Chiefs within the Asante Kingdom for failing to take decisive steps to address the situation.

Drawing on Asante’s history of resistance, he cited figures like Tweneboa Kodua I and Yaa Asantewaa, urging traditional authorities to uphold and protect the dignity of the kingdom.

“Your government is in power, so you think you can do whatever you please. Know that power is transient. Of course, you can go ahead and use that power for whatever you want now. 

“There is a court ruling in favour of Amantimhene, yet someone is exerting his authority as chief, resisting the legitimate chief. The same is taking place in Nkyeraa, which has been adopted as a Divisional Council in the House of Chiefs,”

“Why are our men sitting aloof for two people in Bono to misbehave? You are all waiting for Otumfuo to act. We are all silent. You want to protect your names,” he said