It appears the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has not relented in his unwavering determination to root out corruption among particular chiefs in his region.

The Asantehene recently sanctioned a number of chiefs over various offenses including fraud and involvement in galamsey, by destooling them.

Otumfuo has taken the sanctions further by referring to a chief who has been cited for fraud to the police.

The predicament of Nana Kwaku Duah III, the deposed Chief of Abuontem, seems to be worsening, as he is the chief in focus who has been referred to the police for potential prosecution due to his engagement in multiple land sales.

Following extensive discussions on the issue, in which Nana Kwaku Duah III was given ample time to present his perspective and request leniency, he was ultimately pronounced guilty. As a result, he was swiftly dethroned and deprived of all privileges as per Asante tradition.

Having completed the customary procedures regarding the Chief's predicament, Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II instructed that he be handed over to the police. This action was taken to enable his prosecution for his involvement in the various land sales.

The Asantehene appears to have initiated a campaign to address chiefs within his realm who are involved in actions that are either culturally inappropriate or against the law.

Several chiefs have suffered consequences for one act or another recently, especially with regard to land sales.