The people of Fodome Amele in the Volta Region have installed Togbe Kwaku Osei III as their new Amankrado, ending a 13-year vacancy following the death of his father, Togbe Komla Osei II, in December 2013.
The new traditional leader was formally presented to the public on Thursday, October 15, 2026, by Togbe Gbortor VI, Chief of Fodome Amele, after completing the customary rites associated with his installation.
The ceremony was attended by Togbe Diabo XI, Senior Divisional Chief of Fodome Hlorma; Togbe Gameti II, Amankrado of Gbledi Chebi; and other traditional leaders, elders, residents and Asafo groups from neighbouring communities.
The customary process began on Thursday, October 8, with elders and stool fathers pouring libation to seek ancestral blessings and guidance for the installation.
This was followed by a traditional town-cleansing procession known as “Gbɔ Kpɔkplɔ”, led by the Fodome Amele Asafo group and accompanied by chiefs and elders.
Togbe Kwaku Osei III subsequently underwent seven days of confinement in accordance with the community’s customs before his formal presentation.
During the ceremony, prayers were offered for the protection of the new Amankrado, the traditional leadership and the community.
Both Togbe Gbortor VI and Togbe Kwaku Osei III pledged to uphold the customs, traditions and cultural values of Fodome Amele.
In his address, the new Amankrado expressed his commitment to working with the chief and elders to preserve the community’s heritage and promote its interests.
Togbe Kwaku Osei III, formerly known as George Bosco Osei, is the second son of the late Togbe Komla Osei II, who served as Amankrado for more than 65 years before his death in December 2013.
He began his education at Gbledi Chebi R/C Primary School before proceeding to Afadjato Secondary Technical School and the E.P. Teacher Training College in Amedzofe, where he graduated in 1994.
He later obtained a degree in Guidance and Counselling and currently serves as a district manager with Federated Commodity PLC, a licensed cocoa-buying company.
He is married to Agnes Osei, and they have four children.
His installation has generated excitement among members of the Toyi clan, from which he hails, and the wider Fodome Amele community.
Residents hope his reign will strengthen communal ties, promote the peaceful resolution of disputes and encourage collaboration towards local development.