Ningo Traditional Council Rejects Alleged Establishment of Igbo Kingdom in Old Ningo, Calls for Government Intervention

The Ningo Traditional Council has issued a strong call for urgent government intervention following reports of an alleged attempt by a self-proclaimed King of the Igbos to establish a kingdom within the Ningo Paramountcy, specifically in Old Ningo.

In a formal letter addressed to the Minister for Interior, routed through the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, the Council expressed deep concern over media publications suggesting the creation of a new kingdom by a non-native on their ancestral lands. The letter, signed by HRM Nene Osragbo Djangmah XII—Paramount Chief and President of the Ningo Traditional Council—outlines several critical points reached after an emergency meeting on July 8, 2025.

Key highlights from the letter include:

1. Historic Hospitality and Territorial Integrity: The Council reaffirmed that the Great Ningo Kingdom has historically welcomed foreigners, including the British, Dutch, and Germans. However, this hospitality does not extend to allowing foreign rulers to establish dominion within their jurisdiction.
2. Sole Leadership: The land remains under the leadership of HRM Nene Osroagbo Djangmah XII, and there are no intentions to accommodate or recognize any other traditional ruler on their soil.
3. Land Ownership and Denial of Sale: The five clans who own lands along the Tema-Aflao Road in Old Ningo confirmed they have not sold any portion of land to the alleged Igbo king for the purpose of establishing a kingdom.
4. Call for Government Action: The Council requested the Minister for Interior to launch immediate investigations to verify the individual’s claims and alleged land acquisition. They emphasized the use of all lawful means to prevent further developments.
5. Prevention of Public Unrest: The Chiefs and youth of Ningo have vowed to resist any foreign encroachment, warning of potential public disorder if the issue is not addressed swiftly.
6. Legislative Oversight: The Council urged their MP to use his parliamentary influence to ensure the matter is escalated and treated with the urgency it deserves to protect the ancestral home of the Ningo people.
7. Notice to Local Authorities: A directive was issued to the District Chief Executive of Ningo-Prampram to ensure that no permits are granted for any construction related to the said kingdom.

While reiterating their continued hospitality to foreigners—many of whom reside in the area peacefully in a personal capacity—the Traditional Council maintained that no individual or group has ever attempted to establish a separate kingdom within the Ningo jurisdiction.

The letter closed with a firm assurance that the people of Ningo will not tolerate any disrespect to their traditional authority and expressed confidence in the Minister’s commitment to preserving national integrity.