Tension in Gonjaland as Yagbonwura refuses to stand to greet Akufo-Addo

Drama unfolded in Gonjaland as Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale (I), the Overlord of Gonja Traditional Area, declined to stand up to greet President Akufo-Addo during a Durbar event.

During the 48th Annual Congress of the Gonjaland Youth Association and the 1st Anniversary of the Gonja Overlord's enskinment, President Akufo-Addo approached Yagbonwura to exchange greetings, but the latter remained seated, gesturing

Read full articlewith raised hands to indicate he wouldn't rise from his throne.

In a video circulating on soscial media, some officials from the Yagbonwura Palace were heard directing insults at President Akufo-Addo for expecting the king to stand up before greeting him.

Social media reactions have predominantly criticized Akufo-Addo's actions, with some highlighting the cultural significance of the Yagbonwura's decision not to rise for greetings.

Prez @NAkufoAddo went to meet the Yagbonwura yesterday & again demanded that the Overlord stands up to greet him. The Yagbonwura stood his grounds and told the arrogant President, NO.

Surprisingly, he was taken there by the MP for Damongo @SamuelAJinapor who should know better. pic.twitter.com/wY2wnrjvrA

— Elikem E. K. Kotoko ???????? (@ElikemKotoko) April 28, 2024