In a colourful ceremony steeped in culture and tradition, the Kingmakers of James Town Ngleshie Alata in the Greater Accra Region have officially installed Mrs. Alberta Addo as the new Paramount Queen Mother. She will be known by her stool name, Naa Affipong IV.
The installation, held on Sunday, August 17, 2025, brought together chiefs, elders, queen mothers, traditional leaders, and members of the Ngleshie Alata community, all adorned in rich regalia that highlighted the historical significance of the occasion.
During the rites, Naa Affipong IV swore an oath of allegiance to the principal elders of Adjumako Durampong, affirming her commitment to serve her people diligently.
Speaking after her installation in an interview with Oyerepa News correspondent Nana Ansah, Naa Affipong IV pledged to dedicate her reign to championing girl-child education, which she described as a crucial tool for community development. She stressed that empowering young girls with knowledge and practical skills would help curb the rising cases of teenage pregnancy in the area.
“I am determined to ensure that our girls have access to both formal education and technical or vocational training. By equipping them with the right skills, they can grow into responsible women who will play key leadership roles in society,” she said.
The new Queen Mother further encouraged parents and guardians to prioritise the education of their daughters, noting that an educated girl has the potential to transform not only her family but the larger community.
Meanwhile, Nii Ayi Okoforobour I, Chief of Ngleshie Alata Lafa Barima, called on the government to support the new Queen Mother and the Ngleshie Alata Traditional Council in their mission to bring lasting peace and development to James Town.
He emphasised that collaboration between traditional leaders and state authorities was vital in addressing the community’s pressing challenges, including unemployment, lack of infrastructure, and social vices.
Source: Oyerepafmonline.com/Nana Ansah Mathew
