Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has commended the Dagbon Traditional Council for its commitment to maintaining the Peace Accord following the death of Ya-Na Abukari II.

Nana Addo made the remarks when he visited the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi on Saturday, August 29, to offer his condolences to the Regent of Dagbon, Kampakuya Naa Yakubu Abukari II, as well as chiefs, elders and the people of Dagbon.

The former President said he was encouraged by the decision of the Regent and senior traditional leaders to uphold the Peace Accord, which provides a framework for the selection of a successor to the late Ya-Na through the long-established principle of rotation between the Abudu and Andani royal gates.

According to him, preserving peace in Dagbon remains crucial not only for the people of the traditional area but also for the peace, stability and development of northern Ghana and the country as a whole.

“I am strongly encouraged by the decision of the Regent and senior traditional figures of Dagbon to uphold the Peace Accord, which has enshrined the time-tested traditions of Dagbon in selecting, through the principle of rotation, a worthy successor to Ya-Na Abukari II,” Nana Addo said.

“The peace of Dagbon is important not only to the people of Dagbon, but also to the peace, stability and development of the entire Northern sector and Ghana as a whole.” he added.

Nana Addo also paid glowing tribute to the late Ya-Na Abukari II, describing him as a personal friend and praising his reign for contributing significantly to peace, unity and development in Dagbon.

The former President said the late overlord would be remembered for his leadership and efforts to promote harmony among the people of Dagbon.

Ya-Na Abukari II died in July 2026. Following his death, Kampakuya Naa Yakubu Abukari II was installed as Regent of Dagbon in accordance with the customs and traditions of the Dagbon Kingdom.

Nana Addo expressed hope that the prevailing peace and unity in Dagbon would be preserved as the traditional processes for selecting a successor to the late Ya-Na continue.