Council of State Member Urges Anlo Traditional States to Embrace Unity for Development

The Volta Regional Representative on the Council of State, Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, has issued a passionate call for renewed unity and reconciliation among the 36 traditional states of Anlo. Speaking at the 2026 Whuti Tɔtrɔyɛye Festival, he emphasized that harmonizing traditional leadership is vital to accelerating socio-economic growth across the region. The festival was held in honor of Togbi Nyaho Tamakloe VI, Dufia of Whuti and Miafiaga of Anlo, to mark his fifth anniversary as a traditional leader.

​Cautioning against the dangers of internal division, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple warned that persistent rivalries and disagreements within traditional institutions risk undermining the collective identity and aspirations of the Anlo people. He strongly urged the various traditional councils to prioritize peaceful dialogue, resolve longstanding grievances, and commit the necessary focus to building lasting reconciliation across the traditional area.

​Highlighting the need for a shift in priorities, the Council of State member called on traditional leaders and citizens to channel their energy into tackling urgent development issues. He stressed that tackling poverty, high unemployment, dilapidated road networks, and inadequate basic infrastructure must take precedence over chieftaincy disputes.

​Drawing a historical parallel, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple noted that while ancestral generations fought physical battles to secure freedom, the duty of the current generation is to confront modern socio-economic challenges. He concluded by congratulating Togbi Nyaho Tamakloe VI on reaching his five-year milestone, wishing him continued wisdom and success in leading his people toward progress.

@Volta Today