June 1, 2025 – The Eastern Nzema Traditional Council Standing Committee has blamed the people of Ellembelle for the lack of development in the Jomoro area.
This follows revelations by the 2024 CPP Parliamentary Candidate for Jomoro, Nana Blay Miezah, regarding a closed-door meeting held by the Standing Committee at the Basake Palace in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region.
According to Nana Blay Miezah, he was invited to the meeting on May 31, 2025. The session was attended by members of the Standing Committee, including Nana Bonya Kofi (Chief of Basake and Acting Paramount Chief of Atuabo), Nana Ainoo Kwagyyan (Chief of Esiama), the Chief of Azulenloanu (represented by one of his elders), Nana Nyamekeh Fofole (Chief of Ambainu), and Nana Kofi Amihere III (Divisional Chief of Eikwe).
At the meeting, the committee questioned Nana Blay Miezah and his team about their planned demonstration against the siting of the Ghana National Gas Company’s Phase Two Project at Atuabo. After reviewing the group’s letters and petitions, the Council expressed strong support.
The documents highlighted accusations that some chiefs and youth groups in Ellembelle had systematically opposed projects earmarked for Jomoro, resulting in their relocation to Ellembelle. The Standing Committee described this alleged trend as deeply troubling and detrimental to unity within the Nzema area.
The committee agreed with the allegations and resolved to convene a broader meeting of chiefs from both the Western and Eastern Nzema Traditional Councils at Beyin, under the auspices of the Western Nzema Traditional Council.
At this meeting, the councils are expected to develop a unified policy position on the Petroleum Hub Development Project. A petition will be submitted to President John Dramani Mahama, urging him to proceed with petroleum exploration in Jomoro and to continue the Ghana Gas Phase Two expansion at Atuabo, despite resistance from any group.
The committee also urged government intervention in several long-standing infrastructural and economic issues in the Nzema area, including:
- The dangerous and narrow bridge at Beyin Elonyi
- Recurrent flooding at Nzulezo
- The disproportionately high cost of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)
- The absence of an ultra-modern hospital to serve the growing population
They emphasized that a joint petition from Ellembelle and Jomoro stakeholders would demonstrate regional unity and earn the President’s attention. Plans are in motion for a high-level delegation, including Awulae Annor Adjaye and traditional leaders from both districts, to visit the President at the Flagstaff House in the coming weeks.
This strategic move, the committee said, is intended to neutralize the influence of “interest groups” that are seen as obstructing development for political or personal reasons.
However, the meeting has not been without controversy. A statement obtained by Nzema Today TV reveals that several chiefs from the Eastern Nzema Traditional Council were left uninformed about the meeting. This has raised concerns over transparency and inclusivity in traditional council decision making.
Rumors of youth mobilization in both districts have sparked fears of potential confrontations. Youth leaders, however, have reiterated their commitment to peace and development, stressing that they do not want to be drawn into any chieftaincy or political disputes.
Some youth of Ellembelle have expressed disappointment over the Council’s claims, especially the suggestion that Ellembelle has been favored over Jomoro in terms of infrastructure and investment. They insist that development in Ellembelle has come through advocacy and proper planning, not at the expense of Jomoro.
Listen to Nana Blay Miezah’s audio for more details on the meeting and his response to the allegations. Eastern Nzema Traditional Council Standing Committee Blames Ellembelle for Jomoro’s Lack of Progress
June 1, 2025 – The Eastern Nzema Traditional Council Standing Committee has blamed the people of Ellembelle for the lack of development in the Jomoro area.
This follows revelations by the 2024 CPP Parliamentary Candidate for Jomoro, Nana Blay Miezah, regarding a closed-door meeting held by the Standing Committee at the Basake Palace in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region.
According to Nana Blay Miezah, he was invited to the meeting on May 31, 2025. The session was attended by members of the Standing Committee, including Nana Bonya Kofi (Chief of Basake and Acting Paramount Chief of Atuabo), Nana Ainoo Kwagyyan (Chief of Esiama), the Chief of Azulenloanu (represented by one of his elders), Nana Nyamekeh Fofole (Chief of Ambainu), and Nana Kofi Amihere III (Divisional Chief of Eikwe).
At the meeting, the committee questioned Nana Blay Miezah and his team about their planned demonstration against the siting of the Ghana National Gas Company’s Phase Two Project at Atuabo. After reviewing the group’s letters and petitions, the Council expressed strong support.
The documents highlighted accusations that some chiefs and youth groups in Ellembelle had systematically opposed projects earmarked for Jomoro, resulting in their relocation to Ellembelle. The Standing Committee described this alleged trend as deeply troubling and detrimental to unity within the Nzema area.
The committee agreed with the allegations and resolved to convene a broader meeting of chiefs from both the Western and Eastern Nzema Traditional Councils at Beyin, under the auspices of the Western Nzema Traditional Council.
At this meeting, the councils are expected to develop a unified policy position on the Petroleum Hub Development Project. A petition will be submitted to President John Dramani Mahama, urging him to proceed with petroleum exploration in Jomoro and to continue the Ghana Gas Phase Two expansion at Atuabo, despite resistance from any group.
The committee also urged government intervention in several long-standing infrastructural and economic issues in the Nzema area, including:
- The dangerous and narrow bridge at Beyin Elonyi
- Recurrent flooding at Nzulezo
- The disproportionately high cost of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)
- The absence of an ultra-modern hospital to serve the growing population
They emphasized that a joint petition from Ellembelle and Jomoro stakeholders would demonstrate regional unity and earn the President’s attention. Plans are in motion for a high-level delegation, including Awulae Annor Adjaye and traditional leaders from both districts, to visit the President at the Flagstaff House in the coming weeks.
This strategic move, the committee said, is intended to neutralize the influence of “interest groups” that are seen as obstructing development for political or personal reasons.
However, the meeting has not been without controversy. A statement obtained by Nzema Today TV reveals that several chiefs from the Eastern Nzema Traditional Council were left uninformed about the meeting. This has raised concerns over transparency and inclusivity in traditional council decision making.
Rumors of youth mobilization in both districts have sparked fears of potential confrontations. Youth leaders, however, have reiterated their commitment to peace and development, stressing that they do not want to be drawn into any chieftaincy or political disputes.
Some youth of Ellembelle have expressed disappointment over the Council’s claims, especially the suggestion that Ellembelle has been favored over Jomoro in terms of infrastructure and investment. They insist that development in Ellembelle has come through advocacy and proper planning, not at the expense of Jomoro.
Listen to Nana Blay Miezah’s audio for more details on the meeting and his response to the allegations. More updates will follow as the story develops.
By Kodwo Nyamekeh
