In a ceremony rich with tradition and symbolism, the Kingmakers of Ngleshie Alata has officially installed Mrs. Alberta Addo as the new Queen Mother for James Town in the Greater Accra Region.
The new queen mother Naa Affipong IV, who resides in the United States, swore the oath of allegiance to the kingmakers of Ngleshie Alata and the Principal elders of Ajumanko3. Adjumanku Dawuranpong on the 17th August 2025 at the royal house of Adjumanku Dawuranpong.
The installation was hailed by elders and kingmakers as a true royal, deeply rooted in the bloodlines of both Adjumanku Dawuranpong and the historic Mantse We of James Town.
The installation took place following the full endorsement of the kingmakers of Akuntua Kojo We headed by the Dzaasetse Nii Opke V, with significant support from other major royal families and heads of lineages. Among those present were Nii Ayaa Klemekuku of the Nii Armah Twitwegu family, who represents the Adjumanku Dawuranpong lineage, as well as the attorney and family head from the Ofosu house. Also in attendance was the respected Robert Ayi Golightly otherwise known as Nii Ayi Kofi II, head of the Odame Kojo We family.
The Queen Mother’s lineage connects her to the most revered royal houses of Ngleshie Alata, particularly James Town, and her installation marks a reaffirmation of traditional authority and unity among the various families.
In keeping with tradition, the Dzaasetse of Ngleshie Alata sent traditional drinks to the extended royal families, a customary act signaling the official acceptance and blessing of the Queen Mother’s position. These drinks were received by all the houses, affirming the family’s unanimous support and confirming her legitimacy.
The ceremony did more than crown a Queen Mother; it restored the sacred bond between royal lines, reaffirming the strength and continuity of the Ngleshie Alata chieftaincy structure.
Born into a lineage rich with culture, history, and nobility, Mrs. Alberta Addo, affectionately known as Ara Adjoa Mlalo, carries within her veins the true essence of Ga royal blood. Her roots trace deeply into the proud traditions of Ngleshie Alata, the royal quarter of Jamestown, Accra, a land renowned for its storied past and noble leaders.
Alberta was born to Nii Odame-Kojo. Her mother, Madam Comfort Quaye, nurtured her with the same reverence for legacy and identity, ensuring Alberta grew with a profound sense of her ancestry.
Her paternal lineage is even more illustrious. Alberta’s grandfather was none other than Nii Ahuma Kojo II, the revered Paramount Chief of Ngleshie Alata, known in royal circles as Taa Nuu. Under his leadership, the traditions and customs of the Ga people were preserved with dignity, and his legacy remains etched in the hearts of many.
Through both bloodlines, Mrs. Alberta Addo holds ties to two distinguished royal houses Adjumanku Dawurampong and Mantse We, reinforcing her rightful place in the royal hierarchy of the Ga State. Her identity is not only a name or a title; it is a living testament to generations of noble leadership, resilience, and cultural pride.
Now residing in the United States with her family, Mrs. Alberta Addo continues to uphold her heritage with grace. Though oceans apart from her ancestral home, the spirit of Ngleshie Alata, the wisdom of her forebears, and the strength of her lineage remain close to her heart.
In a passionate appeal for peace and progress, Naa Affipong IV emphasized the importance of due process and unity in the installation of a substantive chief.
According to her, customs and traditions have been duly followed, with the Kingmakers and the Dzaasetse all in agreement on ensuring that the right steps are taken in choosing the next leader. She stressed that the installation of a new chief must be carried out in accordance with established customs, and urged all stakeholders to put aside personal interests for the greater good of the community.
“We must unite and allow the proper processes to take their course,” she stated, urging those with influence in the affairs of the stool to prioritize peace and stability.
Naa Affipong IV, also appealed to the citizens of Ngleshie Alata to lend their full support to the ongoing efforts to foster development. “Let us not be divided. When we are united, we can achieve much more for our people and for the future of our children.”
As Ngleshie Alata prepares for this important transition, her call serves as a reminder that lasting development and peace can only be achieved through collaboration, respect for tradition, and a shared vision for the community’s progress.
