He stated that cemeteries are the designated and proper places for burial, stressing that individuals should not assume that owning land gives them the right to bury their loved ones on it. He further indicated that all district assemblies within Akyem Abuakwa will be formally notified, noting that chiefs are the custodians of the land and, therefore, assemblies cannot grant permits for burials in private homes. Okyehene declares Alhaji Sanusi as legitimate chief of Akyem Kyebi Zongo“From now on, no one should bury their relatives in private homes. It goes against Akyeman customary rules to bury relatives at home. The Okyehene, Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin, has outlawed private burials conducted at homes and on personal lands, stressing that such practices contravene the customs and traditions of his jurisdiction.

Source: GhanaWeb March 28, 2026 15:43 UTC