Osabarima Kwaw Entsie the Second, Paramount Chief of Mpohor, has advised the newly-elected District Chief Executive (DCE) for Mpohor Wassa East, Mr. Anthony Bassaw, not to meddle in chieftaincy issues.
"Any attempt to meddle or align yourself to any chief in any conflict could have a negative effect on your administration and the development of the district," he said.
Osabarima Enstie made these remarks when the DCE paid a courtesy call on him at his palace at Mpohor on Monday.
The chief expressed disappointment about the low level of development in the district, and urged the DCE to work hard and transform the district from its present status to one that could attract investors to provide infrastructure and create jobs for the people.
He pledged to work closely with the assembly to achieve its vision for the district.
Mr. Bassaw expressed his appreciation to the chief, and said that chiefs and government have been partners in development since time immemorial and that all efforts would be made to deepen the existing relationship.
At Tarkwa, Mr. Bassaw visited Osagyefo Doctor Kwamina Enimil VI, paramount chief of the Wassa Fiase traditional area. Osagyefo Enimil said the relegation of chiefs to the background by some government officials usually led to stalled development.
He said chiefs who are the custodians of tradition, are in constant touch with the people and should not be ignored in the planning and development of the area.
"We are not asking for positions in government or in the assembly, but we want our ideas and opinions about certain programmes and projects to be sought," he added.
Mr. Bassaw noted that the role of chiefs was vital for the total development of any nation, adding that the opinions of chiefs would be sought in project implementation whenever the need arises.