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Overlord Of Gonja Kingdom To Visit Mamprugu Royal Palace

Written by Sarah Boye

The King and Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom, Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale I will visit Naa Bohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, the Overlord of the Mamprugu Kingdom, at his royal palace in Nalerigu, North East Region.

The Yagbonwura’s spokesperson, Benkromwura Seidu Saaka Bakari, announced that the two kings will discuss how to achieve lasting peace regarding the land dispute between the Gonjas and Mamprusis near Lukula in the North Gonja District.

This visit aims to strengthen relations between the two kingdoms and promote peaceful coexistence. It will address boundary disputes and show their commitment to peace, especially with the upcoming 2024 elections in mind.

Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale’s visit will be his second major engagement since he became the Yagbon in March 2023.

Earlier this year, he visited the Gbewa Palace in Yendi and had productive discussions with Ya-Na Abukari II, the King of Dagbon.

The Yagbonwura invites all sons and daughters of Gonjaland to participate in this historic event.

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