Tema: Ms. Ebi Bright, the Tema Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE), has paid a courtesy visit to the Tema Traditional Council, giving the assurance that she will uphold and promote the culture of the people of Tema. The MCE’s visit to the council marks a significant step in her term of office, as the traditional council, before her nomination, called on President John Dramani Mahama to nominate a Tema native to occupy the position.

According to Ghana News Agency, Ms. Bright stated that meeting the council has put her at rest as the MCE, noting that she perfectly understood why the council wanted an indigenous person, as they have their fears of what would happen to their traditions and customs. She emphasized her Ga-Dangme heritage, affirming her commitment to honor and respect the stool, and stressed that Tema’s identity is about its culture and traditions.

Ms. Bright further explained that the public and residents must recognize that Tema is under the Tema Stool, and she intends to highlight the influence of the stool in every social aspect. She addressed misinformation, clarifying that the council’s request for an indigene was not a rejection of her as the MCE and expressed her determination to foster a strong relationship with the council.

Nii Amarh Somponu II, the Tema Shipi and Stool Secretary, stated that the people of Tema do not hold personal grudges against Ms. Bright. He acknowledged the advocacy for an indigenous MCE, a cause ongoing since 2000, and assured that the council would cooperate with Ms. Bright to help her succeed.

Nii Adjetey Agbo II, the Mankralo and Acting President of the Tema Traditional Council, expressed hope that the MCE would fulfill her promises to the council and the people of Tema, committing to collaborate and communicate challenges to her.