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President John Dramani Mahama has assured Guan traditional authorities of government’s commitment to addressing development needs in their communities while supporting efforts to preserve Guan languages, culture and heritage.
He gave the assurance when a delegation of Guan chiefs, led by the Paramount Chief of the Avatime Traditional Area, Osie Adza Tekpor VII, paid a courtesy call on him at the Presidency on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
The meeting focused on development challenges facing Guan communities, particularly the SALL traditional areas of Santrokofi, Akpafu, Likpe and Lolobi in the Oti Region, as well as cultural preservation and other national issues.
President Mahama reaffirmed government’s commitment to sustained investment in infrastructure and other priority sectors to attract businesses, create employment and improve living conditions in the communities.
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He also stressed the importance of protecting the Guan identity, describing the Guan people as among the earliest inhabitants of present-day Ghana, whose migration into the territory dates back to around AD 1000.
The President expressed concern that several Guan languages were gradually disappearing due to the dominance of other languages and ethnic groups, urging traditional authorities to intensify efforts to preserve their linguistic and cultural heritage.
He further encouraged the chiefs to work closely with their respective District Assemblies to identify development priorities, attract investment and create economic opportunities for their people.
The delegation commended President Mahama for his leadership, citing improvements in the economy, growing investor confidence and ongoing development initiatives across the country.
The meeting was attended by the Chief of Staff, Dr Julius Debrah; Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mr Mahama Ayariga; and Special Aide to the President and Presidential Advisor, Mrs Joyce Bawa Mogtari.
