The Paramount Chief of the Chiana Traditional Area, Pe Dintudini Adiali Ayagitam III, popularly known as the Chiana Pio, on Saturday joined the bereaved family of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to mourn the passing of their beloved mother at a solemn funeral ceremony held in Navrongo, in the Upper East Region.
The Chiana Pio, who also serves as President of the Upper East Regional House of Chiefs and a Member of the Council of State, arrived at the funeral grounds with a distinguished entourage of traditional rulers, elders, and palace officials, underscoring the deep respect and solidarity of traditional leadership with the bereaved family during their moment of grief.
Clad in traditional mourning attire, the Paramount Chief paid his respects to the family and offered words of comfort, urging them to take solace in the impactful life lived by the deceased. He emphasized the importance of unity, compassion, and communal support during periods of loss, values deeply rooted in Ghanaian tradition.
The presence of the Chiana Pio highlighted the strong bond between traditional authorities and public service institutions, reflecting mutual respect and shared commitment to national development. His participation also symbolized the collective mourning of the Upper East Region’s traditional leadership with one of its own, whose service at the national level has brought pride to the region.
The funeral ceremony attracted a cross-section of dignitaries, including chiefs, public officials, family members, friends, and sympathizers from across the country. Tributes were paid in honor of the deceased, celebrating her life, legacy, and contributions to her family and community.
Mourners described the visit by the Chiana Pio as a powerful gesture of empathy and leadership, noting that such acts reinforce social cohesion and the enduring role of traditional institutions in Ghana’s social and cultural life.
Source: Bluewaves Radio 93.7mhz|Maurice Duncan
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