E/R: Nana Yaa Fosua Boatemah III Installs Baafuor Kwabena Atwi Boasiako as Family Head, Calls for Action Against Galamsey in Asiakwa
The Queen of Akyem Asiakwa and Nifa Hemaa of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area, Nana Yaa Fosua Boatemah III, has officially installed Baafuor Kwabena Atwi Boasiako as the new Family Head, marking a significant milestone in the traditional leadership of the family. The enthronement ceremony, held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the family house in Asiakwa, drew some gathering of traditional leaders, family members, residents and well-wishers. The event was conducted under tight security to ensure a peaceful and orderly ceremony. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the event, Nana Yaa Fosua Boatemah III explained that the appointment of the new Family Head followed extensive consultations with family members after the demise of the former Family Head three years ago. According to her, the prolonged vacancy had made it necessary to appoint a capable successor to ensure effective administration and preserve peace, unity and progress within the family. She noted that advancing age and ...