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May 5, 2025
In the Effutu tradition, the Osahen is the Chief Warrior of the State.
There are two Asafo (warrior) groups in Effutu: the Tuafo and the Dentsefo. The Osahen is the overall head and serves as the link between these two Asafo Companies and the Paramount Chief (Oma Odefe) of the Effutu State. He plays the role of a unifier, overseeing all matters involving the two groups and ensuring harmony within the Effutu State. He is responsible for arbitrations, the welfare of the Asafo Companies, and maintaining order.
Beyond his role as Chief Warrior, the Osahen performs key ceremonial duties. When the King is being outdoored or departing from the palace, it is the Osahen who ensures that everything is in order and formally sees the King off. However, Osahen himself does not join the public procession; he remains in the palace while the Asafo Companies come to pay homage to him.
The Osahen title is not a chieftaincy title but a unique traditional designation in Effutu State. As the Chief Warrior, Osahen also sits in Council. When he is present, neither of the two Asafo leaders may speak directly, everything must be communicated through him to the Paramount Chief.
It is worth noting that for 300 years, the “Osahen” title has not been conferred on anybody, so Effutu had been without an Osahen for over 300 years, until its recent conferment on Osahen Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin.
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