The latest news, historical essays, and community updates about Abeka, the Nii Boi Royal Family, and the broader Ga Traditional Area. All stories are sourced and referenced.
The Nii Boi Royal Family of Abeka formally announces that the Abeka Homowo festival will not be held in 2026, following the passing of the Stool Father and Regent Chief, Nii Aban Boi I, on 8th July 2025. The public is warned against individuals soliciting contributions in the family's name.
legal
Days after being served with High Court Writ GJ/0900/26, Isaac Ayitey and associates held a brazen "Coronation of The Lion" ceremony at what they called "Abeka Palace" on 3–4 July 2026, simultaneously installing an Asafoanye — in open defiance of the pending legal action. Full photo and video evidence below.
chieftaincy
Jonathan Yartey Boi (Nii Apiakai I), Dzaasetse and Acting Head of the Nii Boi Royal Family, has filed a Writ of Summons at the High Court of Justice, Accra, against three individuals attempting to self-install persons into traditional war-leader positions without authorisation.
Official Clarification
The DailyGuide Network reported an "induction" of Nii Dodoo Ansah III as Abeka Dzaasetse. This report is NOT VALID — the ceremony was not conducted by the recognised Abeka kingmakers and has no customary foundation under Ga law.
history
In 2002, the Nii Boi Royal Family secured a historic High Court perpetual injunction (Suit No. Misc. 1675/2002) against the Asere Traditional Council's attempt to install an Abeka Dzaase without customary authority. This case remains a cornerstone of the family's legal history.
chieftaincy
The Nii Boi Royal Family announces with deep sorrow the passing of Nii Aban Boi I, Regent of the Abeka Stool, who died after a short illness. He served with quiet dignity and unwavering commitment to the Royal Family during a critical period in the history of the Abeka Stool.
chieftaincy
The Nii Boi Royal Family formally announced the destoolment of Nii Boi IV as Abeka Mantse at a press conference covered by Ablade TV. Dzaasetse Nii Apiakai I, Nii Boi Man (chief), the Abeka Stool Father, and the kingmakers of the royal family were present. The declaration followed a series of actions by Nii Boi IV that ran contrary to the constitutional framework of the family and Ga customary law.
chieftaincy
In December 2022, the Nii Boi Royal Family unanimously resolved to suspend Nii Boi IV as Abeka Mantse indefinitely, citing unlawful enstoolments and misconduct. Nii Aban Boi I was appointed regent pending a Ga Traditional Council determination.
chieftaincy
On 5 December 2022, the Ga Traditional Council formally suspended Nii Boi IV from the Abeka stool following a unanimous petition by the Nii Boi Royal Family. Four principal grounds were cited, including unlawful enstoolments in direct violation of a High Court perpetual injunction.
historical
Government gazette confirms Winchester Tettey Boye installed as Abeka Mantse on 2 May 1968, gazetted 22 November 1974.
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