09/09/2026
ENOUGH OF THE INSULTS AND UNSUBSTANTIATED ACCUSATIONS AGAINST OUR TRADITIONAL LEADERS
Naa Bapre Banvim Lana remains one of the respected and hardworking Chiefs in Dagbon, and it is deeply disappointing to see people hiding behind social media accounts and blue ticks using their platforms to attack and disgrace traditional leaders.
If you claim to be a Dagbon Belchini, then you should understand that respect for our elders and traditional institutions is not something to throw away for social media attention.
Serious accusations should never be turned into social media entertainment. If someone has evidence of a crime, there are lawful institutions responsible for investigating and prosecuting such matters. Publishing accusations and presenting them as established facts does not make them true.
What is even more disturbing is seeing people under such posts cheering, supporting and spreading allegations without knowing the truth. God is watching all of us.
Naa Bapre Banvim Lana is part of the traditional leadership that has contributed to the peace and stability we are enjoying in Dagbon today. He deserves criticism when necessary, but criticism must come with facts, responsibility and respect. Insults, character assassination and fabricated stories are not criticism.
And to those who believe insulting Chiefs makes them powerful, remember that we will all leave this world one day. Before you publicly disgrace an elderly person or a traditional leader, sometimes you need to ask yourself where you come from, who raised you and what kind of legacy you want to leave behind.
Whether you work for a media house or operate a personal social media account, journalism and public commentary come with responsibility. A blue tick does not give anyone the right to destroy another person’s reputation.
Some people know exactly who is behind certain attacks, and they know the motives behind them. But the truth does not need to shout forever. Time has a way of exposing everything.
Stand for the truth. Respect our elders. Protect the dignity of Dagbon’s traditional institutions.
Naa Bapre Banvim Lana remains one of the good leaders of Dagbon, and we will continue to stand for fairness, peace and responsible dialogue.
Your cup will eventually be full. Make sure what you put into it is truth, because we shall all answer for our words one day.
