Nii Ofolikwei III installed as new head of family of the Nii Kwei Aku family
The Nii Kwei Aku Family of Bortianor in the Greater Accra Region, on the 5th day of November, 2025, installed Nii Ofolikwei III as its new Head of Family, following the passing of the previous head a few months ago.
The installation ceremony, which was marked by traditional rites and customs, was performed by Numo Wulomo Lakote Aduawushi Shitse in accordance with Ga traditions.
Speaking to the media after the ceremony, Nii Okai, head of the Gbese clan in Bortianor, affirmed that the only recognised and legitimate Head of the Nii Kwei Aku Family is Nii Ofolikwei III, urging all family members and residents to accord him the necessary respect and cooperation to enable him to discharge his duties effectively.
Samuel Nii Lankai Quarcoo, grandson of Nii Kwei Arku I, who nominated Nii Ofolikwei III, known in private life as Joseph Anum Akuetteh Quarcoo, urged the family members to rally behind the new Head of family and also advised him to ensure that unity prevails in the family.
He also used the opportunity to warn all those who claim to be members of the Nii Kwei Arku family and are using the family’s name in all sorts of ways, when in fact they are not members of the family, to put a stop to that behaviour.
In his acceptance remarks, Nii Ofoli Kwei III expressed gratitude to the elders, chiefs and members of the Nii Kwei Aku Family for the confidence reposed in him.
“I am deeply humbled by the trust and honour bestowed upon me. I pledge to work with all family members to promote peace, unity, and progress within the family and the wider Bortianor community,” he said.
The colourful ceremony attracted traditional leaders, elders and residents of Bortianor, who gathered to witness the formal installation of the new family head.
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