President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 received a delegation of Guan chiefs, who paid a courtesy call on him at the Presidency.
The discussions centered on development needs of their people especially in communities in the SALL traditional areas (Santrokofi, Akpafu, Likpe, and Lolobi) of the Oti region, support to preserve their culture and pressing national issues.
The delegation included representatives from notable hubs including the and Boso Gwa Traditional Areas.
Led by the Paramount Chief of the Avatime Traditional Area, Osie Adza Tekpor VII, they commended the President for his visionary leadership leading to the transformation of the country’s economy, the increased investor confidence and ongoing development projects.
President Mahama assured the delegation of sustained investments in infrastructure development and other priority areas to attract businesses, drive growth and improve the lives of the people.
He reaffirmed his commitment to the preservation of Guan languages and culture, describing the people as the aborigines of Ghana who migrated to the territory around AD 1,000 and were the first to arrive, but unfortunately are gradually losing their languages due to the dominance of other ethnic groups
He also urged the Chiefs to show interest in development priorities by working closely with their district Assemblies on projects to attract investments for jobs.
President were Dr Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff at the Presidency; Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mr Mahama Ayariga and Mrs Joyce Bawa Mogtari, Special Aide to the President and Presidential Advisor.
