The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has cautioned the newly appointed Ashanti Regional Police Commander, DCOP Arthur Osei Akoto, to stay away from chieftaincy and land-related disputes in the region.
He said such matters are beyond the Police Service’s mandate and fall under his authority as the traditional ruler of Asanteman.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu advised that any chief who approaches the Police Commander with land issues should be referred to the Manhyia Palace for resolution. He also directed the commander to report any ongoing land dispute immediately to him for appropriate action.
The Asantehene urged DCOP Akoto to focus on improving security across the region by tackling theft, robbery, and other social vices. He said maintaining peace and order remains key to the region’s development.
Otumfuo gave the advice when the new Police Commander paid a courtesy call on him at the Manhyia Palace on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
The outgoing Regional Police Commander, COP Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe, expressed gratitude to the Asantehene for his guidance and support during his tenure. He also introduced his successor, DCOP Arthur Osei Akoto, to the King.
The delegation accompanying the outgoing commander included CP Francis Kouame Somian, Deputy Regional Commander; Chief Superintendent Frederick Hammond, Manhyia Divisional Commander; and DSP Godwin Ahianyo, Ashanti Regional Police PRO.
