The Volta Regional House of Chiefs, led by its President and Paramount Chief of the Anfoega Traditional Area, Togbe Tepre Hodo IV, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, in Accra.
The visit took place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, to congratulate the Minister on his birthday and his appointment as Foreign Affairs Minister, and to strengthen the relationship between the traditional leadership of the Volta Region and the Ministry.
Welcoming the delegation, Hon. Ablakwa expressed appreciation to the Chiefs for the visit and their congratulatory messages.
He said he was particularly grateful that the Chiefs had travelled to Accra to pay the courtesy call, noting that he had initially intended to visit the Volta Regional House of Chiefs himself, but the offer was respectfully declined.
Togbe Tepre Hodo IV commended the Minister for his dedicated service and contributions to Ghana’s development, as well as his interest in the development of his constituency and the Volta Region.
He noted that the Volta Region had for many years faced challenges regarding its share of national resources and development opportunities.
He, however, observed that significant changes had occurred in recent times, which he attributed to the Minister’s efforts and commitment to ensuring that the region’s interests received due attention.
The President of the House of Chiefs also praised Hon. Ablakwa for maintaining a strong connection with the region despite his national responsibilities and encouraged him to continue championing the interests of the Volta Region while serving the broader interests of Ghana.
