A wave of protests has erupted in Ghana following the installation of Eze Chukwudi Ihenetu, a Nigerian traditional ruler, as the ‘Eze Ndi Igbo Ghana’ — meaning King of the Igbo People in Ghana.
The ceremony, held in Accra, has sparked widespread public backlash, with many Ghanaians raising concerns about national sovereignty and the integrity of the country’s traditional chieftaincy institutions.
Protests have been recorded in Accra and parts of the Eastern Region, where demonstrators carried placards with slogans such as “No Foreign Thrones in Ghana” and “Honour Our Heritage.” Protesters argue that allowing foreign traditional rulers to operate within Ghana could undermine local authority and set a dangerous precedent.
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Public outrage grew after photos of Eze Ihenetu’s elaborate palace surfaced online, showcasing traditional regal architecture and royal symbols associated with monarchs.
While the title ‘Eze Ndi Igbo’ is commonly used by Igbo communities in the diaspora as a symbolic and ceremonial cultural title, some Ghanaian critics fear it may lead to parallel governance structures or the erosion of indigenous traditions.
Adding to the controversy are unconfirmed reports that Eze Ihenetu plans to build a 50-acre Igbo kingdom in Old Ningo, a town in the Greater Accra Region. Concerns about land acquisition by foreign nationals have intensified, though no official documentation has been made public.
A recent viral video showing prominent Ghanaian broadcaster Captain Smart kneeling before the Igbo king during a public event has further fueled online debate and divided public opinion.
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Some citizens have called on the Ministry of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs to clarify Ghanaian laws concerning the recognition of foreign royal titles and their legal or cultural standing within the country.
Responding to the backlash, Eze Chukwudi Ihenetu stated that his title is purely cultural and holds no political or territorial ambition.
- “The throne of the Diasporan Igbo in Ghana is meant to protect, defend, and project the Igbo people and Nigerians as a whole. We have no political authority or territorial ambitions in Ghana. This is purely cultural,” he said in a recent interview.
As the debate continues, the controversy highlights growing tensions between cultural identity, nationalism, and foreign influence within Ghana’s diverse society.
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