Pe Ditundini Adiali Ayagitam III, the Paramount Chief of Chiana, has been elected as the region’s representative to Ghana’s Council of State.
The election took place on February 11, 2025, at the Upper East Regional House of Chiefs in Bolgatanga.
Pe Ditundini Adiali Ayagitam III, also known in private life as Thomas More Ditundini Adiali, has been the Chiana Pio since his enskinment on January 5, 2011.
The Council of State serves as an advisory body to the President of Ghana, providing counsel on national issues and contributing to the country’s governance.
The election of Pe Ditundini Adiali Ayagitam III is expected to bring valuable insights from the Upper East Region to the national stage.
The Electoral Commission supervised the election process, ensuring transparency and fairness.
The results were announced shortly after the votes were tallied, confirming Pe Ditundini Adiali Ayagitam III’s victory.
This election underscores the importance of traditional leadership in Ghana’s political framework, highlighting the role of chiefs in bridging local governance and national policy.