The National Peace Council (NPC) has praised the people of Dagbon for the peaceful and dignified conduct of the funeral rites of the late Yaa Naa Abukari II and the smooth enskinment of the Regent, describing the events as a significant milestone in the kingdom’s journey of peace and reconciliation.
In a statement issued on Friday, July 31, 2026, the Council said the orderly ceremonies reflected the resilience of the Dagbon people, the strength of their traditional institutions and their unwavering commitment to preserving peace.
The Council extended its condolences to the Dagbon Traditional Council, the Royal Family, chiefs, elders and the entire people of Dagbon over the passing of the revered king. It paid tribute to the late Yaa Naa, whose reign, it noted, was defined by wisdom, humility and a steadfast commitment to reconciliation, justice and unity.
According to the NPC, the late monarch’s leadership strengthened traditional governance and reinforced the role of peace as the bedrock of development and social cohesion in the kingdom.
The Council said the successful observance of the First and Second Bɔglilɔgbu funeral rites, coupled with the seamless enskinment of the Regent, demonstrated the determination of the Dagbon people to uphold their customs while fostering harmony through dialogue, mutual respect and collective responsibility.
The NPC also commended the Government of Ghana, the Ministry of the Interior, the National and Regional Security Councils, the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana Armed Forces, the Ghana National Fire Service, the National Ambulance Service and other security and emergency agencies for ensuring a safe and well-coordinated environment throughout the ceremonies.
It further acknowledged the contributions of the clergy, the Muslim community, women and youth groups, civil society organisations, development partners, volunteers, the media and members of the public, whose cooperation helped make the events successful.
Calling for continued vigilance, the Council urged the media and the public to verify information before sharing it and to avoid inflammatory content that could threaten the peace currently prevailing in Dagbon.
As the kingdom enters the regency period, the NPC appealed to chiefs, elders, opinion leaders, women, youth and all sons and daughters of Dagbon to rally behind the Regent and honour the legacy of the late Yaa Naa by embracing dialogue, tolerance, mutual respect and peaceful dispute resolution.
The Council reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Dagbon Traditional Council and other stakeholders in sustaining the peace achieved over the years. It also urged all parties to strictly adhere to the Dagbon Constitution and the established customary roadmap to ensure the peaceful and timely selection of the next Yaa Naa.
The statement, signed by the Chairman of the Governing Board of the National Peace Council, Most Rev. Emmanuel Kofi Fianu, concluded with prayers for the eternal repose of the late Yaa Naa and for wisdom, strength and good health for the Regent as he guides the kingdom through the transition.
