The Paramount Chief of Nkusukum Traditional Area, Nana Okese Essandoh IX, has pointed accusing fingers at his Mankessim counterpart, Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VI, over the shooting incident at Old-Nkusukum on Friday, October 25, 2024.
Addressing the 2024 Odambea Festival at Satpond, Nana Okese Essandoh IX alleged that Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VI instigated the prevention of traditional rites, leading to the death of 52-year-old Kwesi Mekyeawo.
The Nkusukum chief called for swift justice and calm among his people.
Background
A 52-year-old man, Kwesi Mekyeawo, was shot and killed by Gyasi hene Nana Beeyin II, also known as Ato Kyenam, the Gyasehen of Old Nkusukum on Friday, October 25.
The incident occurred during preparations for the Nkusukum Odambea Festival, specifically when Nkusukum Chiefs were about to slaughter a cow as part of the festival rituals.
According to eyewitnesses, Kwesi Mekyeawo was among the supporters of the distooled Obaatan, Nana Beenyin III, who had planned to disrupt the event.
The family of the distooled chief had filed a court injunction to stop the Paramount Chief from performing the ritual on their royal family house premises, as the matter is pending in court.
Meanwhile, Gyasihene Nana Beeyin II has reported himself to the Mankessim Divisional Police Command to assist with investigations.
