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Ghana has lost a statesman among traditional rulers — Mahama mourns Yaa Naa

Modern Ghana about 12 hours 1 mins read

President John Dramani Mahama has described the death of Yaa Naa Abukari II as a national loss. The revered traditional ruler 39;s passing was announced on Monday, July 13, by the Head of the Dagbon Kingmakers, Kuga Naa Adam Abdulai II, after customary rites were performed at the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi.

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