BuipeWura Jinapor II, the Vice President of the National House of Chiefs, paid a visit to Nayiri Mahami Sheriga I, King of Mamprugu, at his palace in Nalerigu on March 12, 2025. The visit was to express his heartfelt gratitude to the King and the people of Mamprugu for their support during his election as the Vice President of the National House of Chiefs.
In his address which was read on his behalf by his secretary Neripewura Panfia Nyanchibre, Buipewura Jinapor II thanked Nayiri for his motivation and encouragement, which inspired him to contest for the Vice President position. He also expressed his appreciation to the chiefs, Imams, youth, and people of the Mamprugu Kingdom for their impressive support, prayers, and commitment during the election.
Buipewura Jinapor II announced that he won the election with a resounding victory of 54 votes out of 73. He sought Nayiri’s blessings and guidance in his new role as Vice President of the National House of Chiefs.
The Buipewura also appealed to Nayiri Mahami Sheriga to use his revered office to call for a peaceful resolution to the Bawku chieftaincy conflict. He emphasized the importance of chieftaincy in Ghana and the need for peaceful coexistence among traditional leaders.
In addition, Buipewura Jinapor II commended the historical relationship between the Gonja and Mamprusi people, dating back to the 16th century. This was the time the ‘Nakpa Alliance’ was formed led by the legendary Kumpatia of Gonja and Naa Gbewaa a renowned Mamprusi chief. The Pact resist expansion of boundaries of other notable tribes, promote peace, trade and cultural exchange.
Buipewura added that to this legacy, the people of Gonja and Mamprugu have since coordinated and improved on the social ties and friendliness.
He also endorsed the “resetting Ghana” agenda of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama and called for prioritizing agricultural development in Northern Ghana to drive economic growth.
(Cue Audio Buipewura Address to Nayiri)
Mbatarana Wuni Gruma the 1st elder of Nayiri and the spokesperson of Nayiri Mahami Sheriga who echoed the voice of Nayiri said Nayiri and the entire Mamprugu Kingdom are grateful for the visit of the Buipewura.
According to him the relationship between Gonja and Mamprugu will not be taken for granted emphasizing the need to strengthen the ties between the Gonja and Mamprusi people.
Nayiri also admonished Buipewura Jinapor II to play his part as the vice president of the National House of Chiefs to find lasting solution to the Chieftaincy conflict in Bawku.
The Nayiri also recounted the visit of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, president of the republic of Ghana to the Nayiri and expressed confidence in the readiness of HE John Dramani Mahama in resolving the Bawku conflict.
Nayiri Mahami Sheriga said he knows his brother, Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale I King of Gonja Kingdom is also worried about the Bawku chieftaincy conflict since anything affecting Mamprugu affects Gonja as well because of the brotherly relationship that exists between these two tribes.
(Cue Audio Nayiri Address to Buipewura)
The visit was a demonstration of the strong bonds between the Buipe and Mamprugu traditional areas, and it marked the beginning of a new chapter in their relationship.
