Paramount Chief of Gwollu reported dead

The Paramount Chief of Gwollu and former member of the Council of State, Kuoro Kuri Buktie Limann IV, has passed away.

Kuoro Abdul Rahman Kasim Baata, the Vice President of the Gwollu Traditional Council, confirmed his death to the GNA in Gwollu on Saturday.

“I wish to announce with deep sorrow the demise of the Paramount Chief of Gwollu, Kuoro Kuri Buktie Liman IV, whose sad incident took place on May 02, 2024, at about 1700 pm and he has since been buried according to custom,” he said.

The Vice President of the Gwollu Traditional Council also mentioned that details regarding the funeral would be shared at a later time.

"Typically, when a chief dies, there is often a struggle within the family to determine the next leader," the Vice President of the Gwollu Traditional Council added.

Kuoro Baata also urged the public to be mindful that this period of mourning could disrupt the family's unity.

Kuoro Buktie Limann was enstooled in 1998 following the death of his brother, Dr. Hilla Limann, and served in that position until his passing in 2024.

Kuoro Baata also advised the public to note that it could disturb the unity of the family in this period of grief.

Kuoro Buktie Limann was enskined in 1998 after the death of his brother, Dr Hilla Limann and occupied the seat until his demise in 2024.