Lawyer Maurice Ampaw, has stirred more controversy by defying a summons by the Kumasi Traditional Council over some alleged derogatory comments he made against its members.

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In an interview with Kasapa FM, Ampaw raised questions about the motive behind a potential invitation to the Kumasi Traditional Council, asking, "What you say I have said, are you inviting me so you can listen to me? Or you are inviting me so you can kill me?" He went on to emphasize the supremacy of the constitution, stating, "The constitution is bigger than anybody. Otumfuo is subject to the constitution of the Republic of Ghana. Everybody, including the President."

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Ampaw, defending his reputation, highlighted his extensive legal experience and ethical standing. "A lawyer of 25 years. High moral character proven integrity. I do not have any misconduct. I am competent enough. I educated the whole Ghana, 2012 - 2013," he asserted. Ampaw also shared his past collaboration with Otumfuo, recalling an assignment given to him by the Asantehene in 2013, which he executed satisfactorily.

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Expressing frustration with recent allegations, Ampaw addressed the perceived prejudice against him, saying, "Today a chief is telling me I am a gutter…(trailed off). I haven’t even come there yet, and you are already prejudiced against me, you have judged me already, and have insulted me such that it is already on social media."

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As tensions escalate, Ampaw expressed concern about potential mistreatment, saying, "They are only going to bully me when I go. You are saying I am a bad lawyer, so what am I going to do there? Someone who is bad? Otumfuo is not around. I am sad. The Asantehene will never behave this way. Yes, I am telling you."

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The controversy surrounding Chairman Wontumi and Maurice Ampaw's alleged offenses adds a layer of complexity to the delicate balance between traditional authority and constitutional principles in the governance of Asanteman.

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