The Interim Management Committee (IMC) chairman for the Fenin Amponsah and Ayim Mmonsam of the Oyoko Royal Family of Akyem Anamase in the Akyem Bosome Traditional Area of the Eastern Region, Abusuapanin Kofi Asiedu, has charged members of the committee to be mindful of the responsibility to guide and uphold the cultural and traditional values of the families.
According to him, the committee is stepping into the interim leadership role with a shared understanding that the families are at a crossroads and that there was the need for change, which would not come easy, but it is part of every family’s life cycle.
To him, “whether we are facing leadership gaps, strategic shifts, or operational hurdles, we must remember that we are not here to simply manage the status quo. Our mandate is clear: we are here to ensure stability, continuity, and readiness for the next phase of the family’s journey”.
“There will be challenges ahead, and we will need to be flexible and responsive. But the most important thing we can do right now is to work together, in the spirit of collaboration and open communication. We have the collective skills, knowledge, and experience to navigate these waters”, he stressed.
The IMC chairman made the pronouncement shortly after the family inaugurated a seven (7) member committee to steer the affairs of the family until a substantive Abusuapanin is duly appointed.
The seven (7) member IMC include Abena Kyeneboah (Obaapanin), Akua boona , Akua Odewaa, Kofi Asiedu (Abusuapanin) ,Kwame Duku, Kofi Apadja and Kwaku Patrick.
Abusuapanin Kofi Asiedu on and behalf of the committee expressed his gratitude to members of the family for the confidence reposed in them and reaffirmed their commitment to this important transition period.
Throwing light on the mandate of the committee, the leader of the IMC indicated that “our first priority is to ensure that the day-to-day operations continue smoothly through overseeing any immediate preparation for a new family head.
“Let’s remember that leadership is not just about decision-making; it’s about demonstrating integrity, compassion, and adaptability. Each of us has the ability to influence outcomes through our actions and attitudes, and together we can lead with confidence and purpose”, he mentioned.
To him, the aforementioned responsibilities of the committee cannot be achieved alone, but through the collective support of each and every one whilst the committee is required to listen, to challenge one another in constructive ways.
On his part, a University of Ghana law student and important personality in the chieftaincy matters in the area, Odehyie Yaw Badu-Mensah thanked members of the committee for their readiness to steer the affairs of the families.
He stressed on the need for chiefs to refrain from negative acts that have the potential to spark off chieftaincy disputes to undermine the progress of their communities.
He further urged Traditional leaders to thoroughly investigate chieftaincy matters before taking a decision since their decision can either help resolve long-standing disputes that hinder or promote community development.
