30th August 2023 11:03:57 AM
2 mins readThe Agbogbomefia of Asogli State, Togbe Afede XIV, has joined the collective voices urging the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to refrain from employing force as a means of restoring constitutional order in Niger.
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He stressed that a diplomatic approach should be prioritized over the contemplated military intervention by the regional organization.
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Togbe Afede XIV said, “Wars are not easily won; what is happening in Ukraine should provide valuable lessons for us. Diplomacy should be our path. I have no doubt that… we should avoid committing our limited resources to a war that’s unlikely to yield victory.”
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Addressing the audience during the inauguration of the 2023 Asogli Yam Festival in Accra, Togbe Afede XIV additionally urged traditional leaders to play a role in resolving chieftaincy conflicts within Ghana.
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He emphasized that the resolution of these disputes requires transparency and honesty from traditional authorities. Togbe Afede highlighted that disputes frequently arise due to a lack of truthfulness on the part of one or more parties involved.
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“Wherever there are disputes, somebody is not telling the truth so, I will encourage our chiefs to hold to the path of strictest honesty so, we can establish peace on the chieftaincy front and also fight the cause of peace across our country and our continent,” he said.
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The occasion, which also commemorated the 20th Anniversary of Togbe Afede's tenure as Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State, brought together a gathering of traditional leaders hailing from the Volta Region, Nana Kobina Nketsia V (the Paramount Chief of Essikado Traditional Area in the Western Region), members of the diplomatic community, religious leaders, and various esteemed guests.
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During his speech, Togbe Afede emphasized the pivotal role of peace in national development.
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He reiterated the Asogli State's unwavering commitment to collaborative efforts aimed at strengthening peace.
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He also expressed his resolute dedication to addressing ongoing chieftaincy conflicts within the country. Togbe Afede firmly asserted, "Between peace and anarchy, there is no choice."
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