Tensions have erupted in parts of Ghana following the installation of Eze Chukwudi Ihenetu as the “Eze Ndi Igbo Ghana”—traditional king of the Igbo community in the country.
The development, which gained public attention after photos of Eze Ihenetu’s grand palace surfaced online, has sparked protests, especially in Accra and the Eastern Region. Youth groups carrying placards with inscriptions like “No Foreign Thrones in Ghana” and “Honour Our Heritage” voiced concern over what they see as a threat to Ghana’s chieftaincy system and national identity.
Critics argue that installing foreign monarchs could encourage the formation of parallel traditional structures by non-indigenous communities. Rumors of plans to acquire land for an “Igbo kingdom” in Old Ningo have further fueled anxieties, although no official confirmation has been provided.
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One protester said in a viral video, “Our kings and chiefs have deep historical ties to our land. We cannot allow foreign thrones that may infringe on our sovereignty.”
The controversy increased after a video emerged showing Ghanaian media personality Captain Smart kneeling before the Igbo monarch at a recent ceremony. The footage triggered mixed reactions across social media.
In response to the backlash, Eze Ihenetu clarified that the title is purely cultural and symbolic, aimed at unifying and representing Igbos living in Ghana. “We have no political power or territorial interest,” he said.
Some Ghanaians have called on the Ministry of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs to address the issue and provide clarity on whether foreign nationals can hold traditional titles in Ghana.
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