The President of Gomoa Traditional Council and Omanhene of Gomoa Ajumako Area, Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI, has installed a popular Swedru businessman and Chairman of the Sand Winners Association, Nana Kwame Adu I, as the Asrahene (Chief in charge of lands) at the Gomoa Traditional Area.
Osaberemaa Nana Kwame Adu I’s role is to protect all lands under the Gomoa Traditional Council catchment area entrusting him with the critical responsibility of safeguarding communal lands and resolving land disputes that have long plagued the area.
Last Friday, July 4, 2025, during a swearing-in ceremony at Gomoa Ajumako, Nana Kwame Adu I pledged his loyalty to the Omanhene of the Traditional Area, Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI.
The Omanhene urged him to utilize his position to resolve the ongoing land disputes between Gomoa and its neighboring communities.
Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI raised significant concerns about the increasing number of land conflicts, many of which have gone to court, threatening the peace and progress of the region.
He called on the new Asrahene to fully use his authority to mediate and resolve these conflicts internally.
“Another issue with land disputes in the Gomoa Ajumako Traditional Area involves lands designated as ‘Vested’ Land under the Government of Ghana’s jurisdiction, most of which belong to Gomoaman. Unfortunately, some individuals from Winneba in Effutu State are selling these lands, causing tension between Effutu and Gomoa,” the Omanhene stated.
Gomoa Ajumako has appointed a new Asrahene to tackle land encroachment and litigation. “You are acting as a Police Officer overseeing all boundary lines in the Gomoa Ajumako Traditional Area to prevent intruders from entering our territory,” he added.
Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI encouraged the new Asrahene to focus on alternative dispute resolution methods to ease tensions and avoid unnecessary legal conflicts, stating: “While efforts are underway to change the situation, your current role should provide relief to landowners in the affected communities.
Additionally, use your position to mediate all internal land litigation cases that are currently pending in various courts for resolution.
“I believe that through effective Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), you can improve relationships and foster coexistence. Land boundaries should not obstruct human and infrastructure development.”
In his acceptance speech, Nana Kwame Adu I thanked the Omanhene and the Traditional Council for the trust they have placed in him.
He promised to perform his responsibilities carefully and work closely with traditional leaders and relevant state agencies to secure and manage the lands in the Gomoa Ajumako area.
He emphasized that resolving land disputes is essential for attracting investment and creating jobs for local youth.
“He stated that more employment opportunities should be available for the unemployed youth in Gomoa if the lands are free from litigation.”
He also committed to collaborating with youth organizations and starting development programs, while encouraging young people in the community to steer clear of drug and alcohol abuse, which he called harmful.
The Apasemakahene and Public Relations Officer of the Traditional Area, Nana Okatakyi Idan Opirim IX, speaking on behalf of the elders, assured the new Asrahene of their complete support as he begins his new responsibilities.