Ghanaian Protesters Demand Removal of Igbo Monarchy in Defense of Ghanaian Sovereignty.

Ghanaian Protesters Demand Removal of Igbo Monarchy in Defense of Ghanaian Sovereignty.

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On July 27, 2025, hundreds of Ghanaians rallied at Obra Spot in Accra, demanding the removal of Nigerian nationals—particularly targeting the Igbo community’s symbolic monarchy.

The protests, sparked by rising allegations of crime and social unrest, centered on Eze Chukwudi Ihenetu, recognized as “Eze Ndi Igbo Ghana.”

Protesters denounced his title as an affront to Ghana’s sovereignty, declaring that no foreign kingdom has the right to exist within Ghana’s borders.

The backlash stems from deep constitutional and cultural objections.

Ghanaian law does not acknowledge foreign monarchs, and the public installation of an “Igbo king” on Ghanaian soil was viewed as distasteful and disrespectful—a symbolic trespass on national dignity.

While the “Eze Ndigbo” title is meant to foster unity among the Nigerian diaspora, its royal trappings, palatial claims, and social influence were seen as provocative and excessive by local communities.

In response, traditional leaders from Nigeria’s southeast abolished the use of “Eze Ndigbo” titles outside Igbo land, introducing “Onyendu Ndigbo” instead to address growing criticism and to preserve the integrity of authentic Igbo traditions.

The protests reveal the delicate balance between diaspora identity and respect for host nation sovereignty.

Yetunde B reports for Yeyetunde’s Blog.

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