Official Statements from Royal House of Sefwi Obeng-Mim
Recognitions of the Royal House
2024 The Ministry of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Accra, Ghana. Ref. N.oNSGS:383. VUL 105/SH. Date. 0 7-0 3-2024. This is to confirm that Oheneba Nana Kwame Obeng II (privately known as Ofosuhene Dacosta) is the Chief of Sefwi Obeng-Mim, Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Area, Western North Region, Republic of Ghana. Under the Chieftaincy Act, Nana, as a Divisional Chief, has the power to confer traditional and customary titles as authorized by the Paramount Chief of Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Area to facilitate the development of communities within Sefwi Obeng-Mim. SAMUEL YEBOAH-MENKAH HEAD OF THE CHIEFTAINCY DIRECTORATE
Chancellery Appointments
- Special Envoy Philip Edward Leo Africa Bonn, Cav. OSSML, ADC, MA (Cantab) FRSA, Adviser in Education, Health, and Environment, 7 April 2022 to 4 Feb 2027 (renewable).
The Asafo of the Royal House of Sefwi Obeng-Mim Appointments
- NKOSUOHENE (International Divisional Chief of Development): H.H. Nkosuahene Nana Kofi Ntori II (Privately known as Dr. Lewis Luk)
- ASAFOHENE (Sub-Chief for Asafo division): H.H. Nana Kwasi Somafo I of Jersey, Asafohene for Scotland, and the Channel Islands (Privately known as Special Envoy "Somafo "Philip Edward Leo Africa Bonn)
9 August 2026
Royal Statement on the Renewal of the Honors and Service System of Sefwi Obeng-Mim
Issued by the Royal House of Sefwi Obeng-Mim, Under the Paramountcy of Sefwi Wiawso
The Royal House of Sefwi Obeng-Mim announces that Oheneba Nana Kwame Obeng II, Mimhene of Sefwi Obeng-Mim and Divisional Chief under the Paramountcy of Sefwi Wiawso, has approved the renewal and reorganization of the House’s system of honors, titles, and service institutions.
This renewal reflects the growth of the Royal House and its work through the Oheneba Foundation, as well as the increasing relationships of Sefwi Obeng-Mim with partners, institutions, governments, and friends throughout the world. As this work has expanded beyond Ghana, it has become increasingly important that the House's public language and structures clearly reflect the customary traditions from which its authority and meaning arise.
The approved reforms therefore reaffirm Akan custom as the primary authority governing titles, responsibilities, and service within the Royal House. The service bodies of Sefwi Obeng-Mim are properly understood within the historic Akan Asafo tradition, in which honor is inseparable from responsibility to the community. Membership and recognition signify trust, service, stewardship, and commitment to the well-being of the people rather than personal rank or elevation.
Accordingly, the House will no longer present its honors as equivalents of European systems of knighthood, nobility, or chivalric decoration. English-language terminology will instead be used to explain Akan institutions faithfully and understandably to an international audience while preserving their indigenous character.
The approved structure recognizes the Royal Order of Golden Fire Dog Asafo as a civic honor devoted to guardianship, ethical discipline, mediation, and communal integrity; the Royal Order of Obeng II as a House honor concerned with lineage responsibility, social care, mentorship, and communal memory; and the Royal Name Honors (Abusua Dignities) as a customary framework through which recognition is joined to continuing obligation and service to the Sefwi Obeng-Mim Stool Land.
The reforms also establish greater clarity concerning Akan titles and forms of address. Traditional titles will be understood according to their proper customary functions, while English descriptions will be used only where necessary for international understanding. No English rendering is to imply European nobility, diplomatic authority, sovereignty, or another status not conferred by Akan custom or Ghanaian chieftaincy practice.
The Royal House particularly wishes to affirm those who have previously received honors, titles, or appointments under earlier English-language frameworks. Their service was given and received in good faith and remains valued. No person is diminished, censured, or repudiated by these reforms. Previous recognitions are now understood within the clarified framework of Asafo and House service, preserving the dignity of what has been given while more faithfully expressing its customary meaning.
This renewal is therefore not a rejection of the past. It is the maturation of a growing institution and an affirmation that the future of Sefwi Obeng-Mim must remain firmly rooted in the authority of the Stool, the traditions of the Akan people, the Paramountcy of Sefwi Wiawso, and the constitutional and customary chieftaincy framework of the Republic of Ghana.
Through these reforms, the Royal House seeks to present itself to Ghana and to the wider world with greater clarity, cultural confidence, accountability, and integrity. Honor within Sefwi Obeng-Mim is not merely something bestowed. It is a call to service. It joins the recipient to the continuing work of strengthening the Stool Land, caring for its people, preserving its heritage, and contributing to the flourishing of generations yet to come.
By the approval and authority of
Oheneba Nana Kwame Obeng II
Mimhene of Sefwi Obeng-Mim
Divisional Chief under the Paramountcy of Sefwi Wiawso
31 July 2023
The Royal House of Sefwi Obeng-Mim is not opposed to entering into friendship agreements with other recognized and established local or international Royal houses or confraternities. However, We believe friendship agreements should not just be an exchange of certificates and medals. We do not need medals to decorate our clothes. Friendship agreements should have an impact on our communities and the people. For any House that desires an active and mutually beneficial friendship with us, our doors are wide open.
We make friendship agreements with purpose and for the common good. We do not sell honors or titles, and we do not enter agreements so another is “recognized” as a noble or Royal house.
HRH Oheneba Nana Kwame Obeng II
7 April 2022
To all and singular to whom these presents shall come,
On behalf of His Royal Highness Oheneba Nana Kwame Obeng II, Chief and Head of the Royal House of Sefwi Obeng-Mim, Divisional Chief of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Area, and on behalf of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council and the Paramount King, the Omanhene, His Majesty Katakyie Kwasi Bumagama II, peace and blessings to you.
H.R.H. Obeng II and H.M. Bumagama II, on this day, commission H.E. Cav. Gr. Cr. Philip Edward Leo Africa Bonn, Cav. OSSML, ADC, MA (Cantab) FRSA, Freeman of the City of London, and a United Nations IGO Special Envoy, to be the personal delegate of these Royal Houses and sovereign chiefs of Ghana for the purpose of advancing the development initiatives, projects, and programs in the stool lands under their care, particularly in five key areas: Education, Health, Water and Sanitation, Agriculture, and Infrastructure.
Furthermore, H.R.H. and H.M. encourage H.E. Bonn to lead visits to the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Area, meet with H.M. Katakyie Kwasi Bumagama II, and visit the Obeng-Mim stool lands. The Sefwi Wiawso stool lands include the Ghanaian national forest containing the sacred Tree of God (Nyame Dua) and the Ancestral Hole of the Aduana people (of which the Sefwi are part). H.R.H Obeng II looks forward to hosting people at the Royal Guest House in Wiawso, as well as introducing people to the cocoa farmers and groves. The people are eager to share their joys and concerns, especially in light of world economics, climate change, food insecurity, and the role of Africa and Ghana in these global issues.
For more information, see: https://cambridge.academia.edu/PhilipBonn
27 April 2021
Disavowal of Website and Misuse/Defamation of Name and Image
Furthermore, see the 26 September 2020 Statement below.
26 September 2020
On Use of the Royal Name, Likeness, and Images Related to the Royal House and Obeng II:
Whereas, the Royal House of Sefwi Obeng-Mim does have in place recognition & friendship agreements with other Royal Houses, such as with H.M. the Omukama (King) of the Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara (Uganda);
Whereas, H.R.H. Obeng II is a patron of organizations and societies by Royal Warrant, or through aforementioned public recognition & friendship agreements with other Royal Houses, which are announced on the Royal House Website and the official social media channels;
Whereas, although "Constitutionally Recognized Traditional Kingdom,” H.R.H. and the Royal House are still guided by the customs of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council and the Republic of Ghana overall;
Whereas, the Royal House has realized numerous ways of internet exploitation, and the bombardment of questionable international relations being forged, such as claims of patronage by H.M. to various orders and organizations;
On Friendship Agreements:
The Royal House of Sefwi Obeng Mim does have in place recognition & friendship agreements with other Royal Houses. The Royal House will not cancel these due to issues between some Royal Houses not 'recognizing' Royal Houses with whom we are friends. However, as per "Traditional Akan Royal Custom (Protocol)", the recognition and friendship agreements DO NOT reflect an official treaty amongst Royal Houses or Kingdoms; being only inaugurated through an official (Face-to-Face) Royal visit.
We have realized numerous ways of internet exploitation, and the bombardment of questionable international relations being forged. Although we are a "Constitutionally Recognized Traditional Kingdom", we are still guided by the customs of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Council and the Republic of Ghana overall.
The Royal Order of the Golden Fire Dog:
The Royal Order of the Golden Fire Dog is an ancillary benevolent organization, a distinct honor bestowed upon deserving persons globally at the discretion of the Supreme Grand Council and the pleasure of its Supreme Grand Master et al. As such, no "Rank" of honor can be purchased. Any honor that can be so purchased means nothing. Many interested parties appear before us, seeking means to nobility, and for this, we must deny entrance. We will never sell our Order but will reward deserving individuals at the pleasure of His Majesty.
The Royal Order of the Golden Fire Dog is such for benevolence to the peoples of the Sefwi Obeng Mim Traditional Kingdom first, and secondly, to those of deserving need worldwide.
The current process of selection is by nomination, with admission based on merit and vetting of past demonstrable charitable work, occupational achievement, and educational background. University degrees from the United States and abroad must be from a duly authorized accrediting organization. A passage fee is sometimes required of a successful applicant, consistent with passage fees in many Orders, including some Orders by currently reigning sovereigns. Applicants with financial capacity but without demonstrable merit that meets admission criteria have been and will continue to be denied admission.
We truly respect others to whom respect is deserved; however, please do not make this the choice to seek nomination based on personal desires or gain of recognition. True benevolence and selflessness are the basis for all actions upon which we embark. We respect you, and in return, we ask for your respect for our choices.
God bless Africa,
God bless our homeland Ghana,
God bless the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Area and Paramountcy,
God bless the Royal House of Sefwi Obeng Mim and Her people,
God bless those who are our friends.
God Bless Us ALL!