John Mahama pledges state support for late Agogomanhene's funeral

President John Mahama has formally received a delegation from the Agogo Traditional Council at the Jubilee House to announce the passing and funeral arrangements of the Paramount Chief of Agogo, Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong. The President paid a glowing tribute to the late chief, whose leadership spanned five decades, and confirmed that the government would provide full support for the final funeral rites scheduled for late November 2026. The visit served as an official platform for the traditional authorities to inform the presidency of the loss of one of Ghana's longest-serving traditional rulers.

Nana Akuoko Sarpong was a prominent figure in Ghanaian law and politics, having served the nation in multiple high-profile capacities. President Mahama highlighted the chief's extensive contributions during the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC) era, where he served as Secretary for Health, Internal Affairs, and Chieftaincy Affairs. He was also a distinguished member of the Council of State. The President noted that the late Agogomanhene’s influence was instrumental in the foundational years of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), describing him as a mentor and a statesman whose wisdom guided several administrations.

The Agogo delegation, led by the Agogomanhemaa, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and the President’s personal commitment to honoring the late chief. During the meeting, which was attended by Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, Chief of Staff Dr. Julius Debrah, and Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari, discussions also touched on local development. The Agogomanhemaa acknowledged the government’s ongoing infrastructure projects in the Agogo area, specifically highlighting progress on current road construction works that are expected to improve connectivity in the district.

The final funeral rites for Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong are slated to take place from November 24 to 26, 2026. President Mahama emphasized that the loss of the Agogomanhene is a significant one for the entire nation, not just the people of Agogo. He assured the Traditional Council that the state would collaborate closely with them to ensure a dignified and fitting farewell for a leader who dedicated fifty years of his life to both traditional rule and national governance.