Retired Deputy Commissioner of Police, Dr. Frank Hukporti, has been officially enstooled as Togbi Addo IX, the Fiaga of the Klikor Traditional Area. The historic event, held in the Ketu South Municipality, marks a new era for the people of Klikor as they welcome a leader who carries both the disciplined weight of a high-ranking security officer and the intellectual prestige of a world-renowned academic.
Togbi Addo IX succeeds the late Togbiga Addo VIII, whose long and peaceful reign set a high standard for leadership in the region. The transition to the new Fiaga has been met with widespread optimism, largely due to Dr. Hukporti’s distinguished background. Before ascending the stool, he served with distinction as the Director of Bands for the Ghana Police Service. During his tenure, he was credited with professionalizing and modernizing the Police Band, overseeing significant infrastructure improvements and elevating the group’s musical performances to international standards.
His achievements, however, extend far beyond the parade grounds. Togbi Addo IX is a scholar of high standing, holding a PhD in Music with a specialization in Ethnomusicology from the University of Bayreuth in Germany. This academic journey allowed him to explore the intersection of African traditional music and global performance styles, a passion he later shared as a part-time lecturer at the University of Ghana. His unique ability to synthesize traditional Ghanaian sounds with formal martial music has earned him respect in both academic and security circles across West Africa.
As he takes up his new role, the Fiaga has expressed a deep-seated commitment to community development and the nurturing of local talent. He intends to leverage his vast experience in public service to foster emerging talent within the Klikor Traditional Area, particularly in education and the arts. His leadership is expected to focus on a “development-first” agenda, ensuring that the youth of Klikor have the resources and mentorship needed to succeed in a modern economy while remaining rooted in their cultural identity.
The enstoolment ceremony drew a diverse crowd of dignitaries, including senior police officials, representatives from the House of Chiefs, and members of the academic community. The consensus among those present was that Klikor has gained a leader who is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between ancient tradition and contemporary progress. With a reign characterized by discipline, scholarship, and a profound love for his heritage, Togbi Addo IX stands as a symbol of hope for the socio-economic elevation of his people.
The installation of Togbi Addo IX represents more than just a change in leadership; it is the arrival of a sophisticated, multi-disciplinary visionary on the Klikor Stool. By combining his police-honed sense of order with his doctoral-level understanding of culture, the new Fiaga is poised to lead the Klikor Traditional Area into a period of unprecedented growth and cultural revitalization.