File photo of a sacred black stool
Suspected thieves have stolen the sacred black stool from the Sokoban Krofrom Palace in Kumasi.
Details available indicate that the incident, which has caused tension in the area, happened when the newly installed chief and other royal family members went to the Manhyia Palace to swear an oath of allegiance.
It is reported that six heavily built men, armed with machetes and guns, broke into the palace, vandalised the metal gate, and took away the black stool and other valuables.
Efforts to stop the suspected thieves proved futile.
The men allegedly assaulted those who tried to apprehend them.
The stolen stool represents a symbol of power and tradition in Akan culture, leadership, authority, and the spiritual heritage of the royal family.
Meanwhile, the police have visited the palace and launched an investigation.
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