Sophia Akuffo to be installed Akuapem Mmrahene
Sophia Akuffo is to be installed as Mmrahene of the Akuapem Traditional Area on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The ceremony would take place during the Awukudae celebration at the palace of the Okuapehene at Akropong-Akuapem in the Eastern Region. The Akuffo Descendants said the occasion is a "momentous honour" for the family and the Akuapem Traditional Area.
Sophia Akuffo, a former Chief Justice, has served in various national and international positions, including former President of the African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights, former Chairperson of the Governing Council of the University of Ghana, and currently a member of the Council of State. The ceremony would begin at 0800 hours at Akuffo Fi (Akuffo House), the traditional home of the Akuffo Descendants at Akropong-Akuapem. The main durbar is expected to commence at 1000 hours at the palace of the Okuapehene during the Awukudae festivities.
During the ceremony, Nana Abena Boafoa Akuffo would be ceremonially introduced to His Royal Majesty, Okuapehene Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III. The statement invited Akuffo descendants and the general public to attend the ceremony.
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Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo is set to be honored in the Akuapem Traditional Area. The ceremony marks a significant event for both the Akuffo family and the community - but what role will she play?
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