The Paramount Chief of the Talensi Traditional Area, Tongraan Kugbilsong Nanlebegtang, has reaffirmed his commitment to serving all people irrespective of their political affiliations, stressing that his role as a traditional ruler transcends partisan lines.
The chief, known in private life as Robert Nachinab Doameng Mosore, made the remarks when the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, paid a courtesy call on him at his palace in Tongo.
Tongraan Nanlebegtang, who previously served as Member of Parliament for the Talensi Constituency on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party, abdicated his parliamentary seat in 2015 following his enskinment, in line with Article 276 (1) of the 1992 Constitution, which bars chiefs from engaging in active party politics. His resignation paved the way for a by-election won by Benson Tongo Baba of the NDC.
Addressing his guests, the paramount chief emphasized that his current position requires neutrality and inclusiveness.
“My wings cover everyone from left to right, forward and backwards,” he said. “As you have said, I want those of you who knew me before and now to understand that I now cover all of you, all the politicians.”
He noted that his interactions with political leaders are guided by his responsibility to promote unity and development rather than partisan interests.
“When John came here, I blessed him. When Mahamudu came here, I blessed him. Why? Because these are all our children. “Anyone of them who holds the mantle is holding it for all of us and indeed for the whole of Ghana,” he stated.
The chief further called on political actors in the Upper East Region, particularly within the Talensi Constituency, to put aside their differences and work together in the interest of development.
“I would like to call on all party members, both the NPP and the NDC, in this region and in this constituency to unite as a people. Because we need development and peace. It is development and peace that we need,” he urged.
Tongraan Nanlebegtang cautioned the youth against misunderstanding politics as a platform for confrontation.
“Some of the young ones think that party politicking is fighting. It is not so. It is not about strength; it is about what you can do,” he added.
He also expressed optimism about ongoing development projects in the area, citing improvements in road infrastructure, including work on the Sheaga Junction to Pelungu stretch.
The paramount chief appealed to Johnson Asiedu Nketia to use his influence to ensure the Upper East Region receives its fair share of national development.
“You are my very good friend. You owe it to us as a region to ensure that we get a very big chunk of the cake so that we shall also see development in this area,” he said.
Reiterating his stance, Tongraan Nanlebegtang assured that his palace remains open to all, regardless of political background, as he continues to champion peace, unity, and progress in the Talensi Traditional Area.
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