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Ya-Na opposes renaming of Tamale Airport to Yakubu Tali; calls for recognition of Dagbon founder instead

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Ya-Na opposes renaming of Tamale Airport to Yakubu Tali; calls for recognition of Dagbon founder instead

Ya-Na opposes renaming of Tamale Airport to Yakubu Tali; calls for recognition of Dagbon founder instead

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The Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari Mahama II, has voiced opposition to the proposed renaming of the Tamale International Airport after Yakubu Tali, expressing that it does not resonate well with the people of the region.

President Akufo-Addo had announced this proposal during the State of the Nation Address, citing the significant contributions of Alhaji Yakubu Alhassan Tali to the region.

Alhaji Yakubu Alhassan Tali was the Paramount Chief of the Tolon Traditional Area. Born in 1916, the traditional leader and politician became a founding member of the Northern People’s Party and died in 1986.

At a memorial ceremony to honour him in April 2014, Nana Akufo-Addo described him as a man who “skilfully blended his faith, tradition and public service much to the admiration of his contemporaries.”

However, Ya-Na Abukari Mahama II, in response, has revealed that the Gbewaa Palace has been flooded with appeals urging the government to reconsider this decision.

“Since this proposal was announced, the Gbewaa Palace has been inundated with calls and other forms of communications pleading that this proposal be shelved,” he said.

In a letter addressing the matter, the traditional leader suggested that such recognition would hold more significance if bestowed upon Naa Gbewaa, the founder of the Kingdom of Dagbon and credited with founding several other states.

“It is the considered opinion of many people and traditional leaders in the region that such recognition is bestowed on Na Gbewaa.”

Naa Gbewaa is the founder of the Kingdom of Dagbon. His offspring are also credited with founding several states⁣, including the Mossi kingdoms of Burkina Faso.

Meanwhile, residents of Kumasi have welcomed the renaming of the yet-to-be-commissioned Kumasi International Airport after the late Asante King, Nana Agyeman Prempeh I. They view this dedication as a fitting tribute to the sacrifices made by the 13th Asante monarch for the Asante kingdom.

Nana Agyeman Prempeh I, known for his resistance against British colonial rule, fought bravely and was subsequently captured and exiled.

Despite his exile, he continued to champion the cause of his people until his return to Kumasi after 28 years in captivity.

The airport, scheduled to commence operations in May 2024, is eagerly anticipated by citizens who hope it will alleviate the strain of traveling to Accra for international flights.

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