Droboso chief boots out Cheddar for breaching traditional protocols

Nana Kwame Bediako, also called Cheddar and a hopeful contender for president, recently encountered strong criticism in the town of Droboso.

While campaigning, he was kicked out by the community leader for supposedly not following traditional customs.

Reports show that Cheddar organized a campaign rally at the nearby lorry station without prior approval from the chief or the traditional elders.

The chief decided to take action in response to this serious breach of respect towards the community’s customs.

In a widely circulated video, the leader expressed his dissatisfaction with how Cheddar was being handled.

He stressed the significance of adhering to customary protocols when interacting with the community, especially for an individual as prominent as Cheddar.

The chief mentioned that a politician named Nana Kwame Bediako visited the town recently and conducted a campaign at the lorry station without first visiting the palace as a courtesy.

The leader’s choice to banish Cheddar from Droboso was based on his belief that there was disrespect towards the community’s leadership.

He clearly stated that campaigning in the region without acknowledging the chief’s authority was not allowed.

The chief stated that one person cannot plow the land and expect someone else to reap the crops.

This event showcases the continued conflicts between traditional leadership and contemporary political methods in Ghana.

Numerous observers have pointed out that despite changes in the political arena, traditional hierarchies continue to play a crucial role in rural regions, with chiefs and elders maintaining significant power.

Cheddar’s actions, and the subsequent response from the chief, have sparked conversations on social media regarding the interplay between politics and tradition.

Some users have expressed support for the chief’s decision, arguing that respecting local customs is crucial for any political campaign.

Others have criticized Cheddar for his apparent oversight, suggesting that aspiring leaders should prioritize understanding the cultural dynamics of the communities they wish to serve.

As the political climate continues to heat up in the lead-up to the elections, this incident serves as a reminder of the need for politicians to engage with and respect the traditional institutions that play a vital role in Ghanaian society.

It remains to be seen how this episode will affect Cheddar’s campaign efforts and whether he will take steps to mend relations with the chief and the people of Droboso.

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The Chief of Drobonso in the Sekyere Afram Plains District of the Ashanti Region has disclosed that he sacked the leader of the New Force, Nana Kwame Bediako, from his land for organizing a campaign durbar in his area without visiting his palace for… pic.twitter.com/Z7RZidTZtB

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