‘Akufo-Addo was uncomfortable handing over presidential chair to Mahama’ – Kontihene of Akyem Asuom

The Kontihene of Akyem Asuom, Nana Boadi Amponim Abobade III, has stated that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo was not pleased about losing the prestigious presidential chair.

According to him, during the presidential inauguration held on January 7, 2024, Akufo-Addo appeared uncomfortable with the fact that President John Dramani Mahama would take over, judging by his demeanor at the event.

Nana Boadi Amponim Abobade III indicated that this discomfort stems from Akufo-Addo’s special attachment to the chair, which was even transported in an armored V8 vehicle when he traveled around the country.

Speaking in an interview with GhOne TV, the traditional ruler expressed concern about Akufo-Addo’s unusual fondness for the presidential chair.

“During the inauguration, I noticed that former President Akufo-Addo was uncomfortable. It wasn’t about relinquishing power, but rather his attachment to the chair. If we’re talking about famous chairs, this one comes second only to Otumfuo’s.

“You see, this chair is flown around, transported in a V8, and guarded by armed men with AK47s. It’s a renowned chair. If we put it in a museum, Ghana would earn a lot of money. Akufo-Addo wasn’t sitting in that chair during the swearing-in ceremony, and I could see he was really uncomfortable,” he said.

The traditional ruler added that Ghanaians can now breathe a sigh of relief after John Mahama’s inauguration as president.

“Overall, I think Ghana is happy and relieved. At long last, we can breathe,” he concluded.

Watch the Kontihene’s remarks in the video below

Watch the full swearing-in of John Mahama

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