Also known as: WRHC
Western Regional House of Chiefs — traditional authority body in Ghana's Western Region; received presidential announcement on Petroleum Hub project in July 2025.
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The Chronicle
… Meanwhile, The Chronicle can report that an action had earlier been filed at the Judicial Committee of the Western Regional House of Chiefs (WRHC) seeking to restrain plaintiff in the suit (Otumfuo Baidoo Bonsoe XVI) from styling himself as Otumfuo Baidoe Bonsoe XVI. …
Otumfuo Baidoe Bonsoe XVI sues Ahanta MP and othersThe Ghanaian Times
… The Anona Royal Family also cited historical documents showing that following the repatriation of the remains in 2009, the Ahanta Traditional Council, in collaboration with the Western Regional House of Chiefs, established a Funeral Planning Committee to oversee the late king’s b …
Anona Royal Family blocks move to release late Ahanta king’s remainsDaily Guide
… He revealed that all the necessary documents with regards to Otumfuo Baidoo Bonsoe XVI have already been forwarded to the Western Regional House of Chiefs for the necessary action to be taken and for onward submission to the National House of Chiefs in Kumasi. …
‘We Want Peace In Ahanta Traditional Area’The Ghanaian Times
… In a social media post last Saturday, Dr Aubynn said the move followed the President’s announcement to the Western Regional House of Chiefs and a subsequent directive to the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources to begin the acquisition process. …
No error in 5,000-hectare decision — PHDC CEOThe Chronicle
… Leading the call was the President of the Western Regional House of Chiefs (WRHC) and Omanhene of Essikado, Nana Kobina Nketiah V, who questioned why a town that has contributed immensely to Ghana’s mining industry continues to struggle with such poor roads. …
Prestea cries over poor Bogoso-Prestea roadThe Chronicle
… Kwabena Duffuor, Founder of Heath Goldfields; Nana Kobina Nketiah V, President of the Western Regional House of Chiefs; Nana Nteboa Pra V, Prestea Heman Chief; Robert Wisdom Cudjoe, MP for Prestea Huni-Valley; and Matthew Ayeh, MCE for Prestea Huni-Valley, among others. …
Heath Goldfields To Invest $20m In Prestea-Bogoso EconomyThe Ghanaian Times
… outside the Jomoro area, that the 5,000 hectares of land currently being acquired by the Lands Commission represents a blatant disregard for, and a direct contradiction of, President John Dramani Mahama’s declaration during his engagement with the Western Regional House of Chiefs …
Of 5,000 hectares and 5,000 acres: The “small matter” of the Land size for the Petroleum Hub projectJoy Online
… outside the Jomoro area, that the 5,000 hectares of land currently being acquired by the Lands Commission represents a blatant disregard for, and a direct contradiction of, President John Dramani Mahama’s declaration during his engagement with the Western Regional House of Chiefs …
Of 5,000 hectares and 5,000 acres: The ‘small matter’ of land size for Petroleum Hub projectBusiness & Financial Times
Karpowership Ghana has hosted a distinguished delegation from the Western Regional House of Chiefs aboard its powership (Karadeniz Powership Osman Khan), offering an in-depth look into its operations and the critical role it plays in supporting Ghana’s energy needs. …
Western Regional House of Chiefs visits Karpowership; Commends impact on Energy and CommunityJoy Online
Karpowership Ghana has hosted a distinguished delegation from the Western Regional House of Chiefs aboard its powership, Karadeniz Powership Osman Khan. …
Western Regional chiefs laud Karpowership Ghana during visitSamuel Kwabina Antwi, in his capacity as Otumfuo Baidoe Bonsoe XVI, has filed a High Court suit in Accra against the Member of Parliament for Ahanta West Mavis Kuukua Bissue and two others concerning the repatriation of the severed head of the late Otumfuo Baidoo Bonsoe II, and seeks to halt a planned Ahanta heritage month programme.
20 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Samuel Kwabina Antwi, in his capacity as Otumfuo Baidoe Bonsoe XVI, has filed a High Court suit in Accra against the Member of Parliament for Ahanta West Mavis Kuukua Bissue and two others concerning the repatriation of the severed head of the late Otumfuo Baidoo Bonsoe II, and seeks to halt a planned Ahanta heritage month programme.
20 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Anona Royal Family of the Ahanta Paramount Stool says it has been excluded from discussions about incorporating the repatriated remains of Otumfuo Badu Bonsoe II into the 2026 Ahanta Heritage Month celebration, arguing that decisions over the sacred remains must rest with the Paramount Chief, Paramount Queenmother, and principal elders. The family's lawyers have petitioned the Ministry of Defence to suspend a June 30, 2026 meeting on the matter.
29 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Royal Anona family of Busua in the Western Region has declared null and void an alleged enstoolment of a new Ahantahene with the stool name Badu Bonsoe III, asserting they are the legitimate owners of the Ahanta Paramount Stool and warning they will not tolerate any move that mars peace in the area. The family says they have exclusive mandate to nominate an Ahantahene and that on April 2, 2023, they nominated, confirmed and outdoored Kwabena Antwi as Ahantahene with the stool name Otumfuo Baidoo Bonsoe XVI.
15 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The CEO of the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation defended the Lands Commission's decision to gazette 5,000 hectares for the Petroleum Hub project, stating it was based on a written directive from President John Dramani Mahama following his announcement to the Western Regional House of Chiefs on July 30, 2025.
9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
At a Heath GoldFields development plan ceremony, traditional leaders, government officials and business executives joined Prestea residents in calling for the reconstruction of the 23-kilometre Bogoso–Prestea road, which they described as neglected for years and unfit for a major mining centre.
5 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Indigenous mining firm Heath Goldfields has launched a five-year community development plan committing US$20 million towards legacy projects in education, healthcare, infrastructure, skills training and job creation in its mining catchment communities of Prestea and Bogoso.
29 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Petroleum Hub Project, described as the nation's most ambitious undertaking, has faced land acquisition challenges since its inception in 2021. The article notes that major national projects in Ghana typically encounter community resistance over land issues, funding, and environmental concerns, and cites similar delays experienced by Nigeria's Dangote Refinery.
19 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Petroleum Hub Project, launched in 2021, has encountered land acquisition difficulties since inception. The article notes that major national projects routinely face community resistance over land issues, citing the Nigerian Dangote Refinery as a parallel example of similar delays.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →
A delegation of 17 chiefs from the Western Region visited Karpowership Ghana's powership to inspect operations and the company's contribution to Ghana's energy needs and community development. The chiefs, led by Nana Kobina Nketsia V, commended Karpowership for its transparency, community engagement, and adherence to safety and environmental standards.
5 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Seventeen chiefs from the Western Region, led by Nana Kobina Nketsia V, visited Karpowership Ghana's Karadeniz Powership Osman Khan and commended the company for its transparency, community engagement, and adherence to safety and environmental standards.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →