Kumasi: The Association of Conflict, Peace and Security Experts in Africa (ACPSEA) has lauded the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's role as a champion of peace and national stability. ACPSEA's homage comes on the occasion of the celebration marking the 27th anniversary of the King's ascension to the Golden Stool.
According to Ghana News Agency, for nearly three decades, His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has demonstrated visionary and exemplary leadership, using traditional methods, wisdom, diplomacy, and moral influence to resolve conflicts, restore harmony, and promote peaceful co-existence among groups. ACPSEA noted in a statement signed by its president, Mr Isaac Asare, and copied to the Ghana News Agency, that Otumfuo is seen as the Symbol of Peace in Africa.
The Association also highlighted Otumfuo's successful mediation of chieftaincy disputes, support for democratic stability, and interventions in sensitive national matters. It said his contributions to regional peace efforts have made him a beacon of hope for the entire African continent.
ACPSEA expressed its belief that the Asantehene's Community Mediation Initiative promises to be an effective tool for preventing disputes from escalating into violence and for strengthening trust between citizens, traditional institutions, and state agencies. It declared its readiness to offer its expertise to help make the initiative sustainable, impactful, and replicable across Ghana and Africa.