Ya-Na Abukari II

Ya-Na Abukari II

traditional ruler Ghana

Ya-Na Abukari II is the Overlord of Dagbon, a traditional authority in northern Ghana, known for advocating the preservation of cultural heritage and the representation of his people's identity. Recently, he appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to rename the Tamale airport after Naa Gbewaa, the founder of Mole-Dagbon, emphasizing the need for consultation with traditional rulers in matters affecting their community.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
48,551
Power
105$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ghana 1 6.00 0.16% +0% 31,072,945 48,551 $67,000 105$
Totals 1 31,072,945 48,551 $67,000 105$
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Recent Mentions

Ghana Ghana: Ya-Na Abukari II has banned this year’s Fire Festival celebration in the Tamale Metropolis due to security concerns. 5

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Ya-Na bans Fire Festival celebration in Tamale

Ghana Ghana: Ya-Na Abukari II has appointed Alhassan Mahama as the new Paramount Chief of the Mion Traditional Area. 7

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Ya-Na appoints retired agric officer as new Mion Lana

Ghana Ghana: Ya-Na Abukari II commended the minister for his visit and reiterated his commitment to collaborating with the ministry to ensure peace and stability in the area. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Interior Ministry beefs up security in conflict-prone areas

Ghana Ghana: The Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari II, has offered words of encouragement to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia after his electoral defeat. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Ya-Na encourages Bawumia after election Defeat: 'You lost a battle, not the war'