In the most recent chieftaincy conflict between the two sides, the Akyem Abuakwa traditional council has given notice to the residents of Nsawam Adoagyiri that it will not transfer any of its land to them.

Addressing at a news conference in Kyebi, in the Eastern Region, Akyem Abuakwa's state secretary, D. M. Ofori-Atta, informed the Akyem Kotoku people that they are unwilling to make a concession in the dispute.Ofori-Atta said the Abuakwa state has maintained a healthy and cordial relations with the Akyem Kotoku people and will strive to keep that relationship going forward.

He said at the appropriate time a new chief will be installed at Nsawam Adoagyiri.

“The actions of a few persons with parochial monetary interest to present George Twum as chief of Adoagyiri threaten the public peace and communal solidarity in these areas,” Ofori-Atta said.

“The appropriate law enforcement measures shall be taken if the situation persists,” he added.

The Adoagyiri stool has been vacant since the death of its chief Barima Adu Korkor in 2007.