Akufo-Addo mourns Yaa Naa Mahama Abukari II, urges peaceful succession in Dagbon

A great figure of unity, strength and the enduring legacy of a proud… Nana Akufo-Addo (@NAkufoAddo) July 13, 2026 The former President also highlighted the late king's pivotal role in resolving the long-standing Dagbon chieftaincy conflict, recalling that Yaa Naa Mahama Abukari II, then the Yoo Naa of Savelugu, played a crucial part in implementing the reconciliation process that ultimately led to his enskinment as Yaa Naa during his presidency.

Former President Nana Akufo-Addo has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, Yaa Naa Mahama Abukari II, describing him as a unifying traditional ruler whose reign restored dignity, peace, and pride to Dagbon.

He described the late Yaa Naa as "a great figure of unity, strength, and the enduring legacy of a proud and dignified people," adding that he joins the distinguished line of Dagbon rulers who have contributed to the kingdom's progress for more than three centuries.