Mikki Osei Berko: Master Richard Opens After Reports of Dispute Surrounding His Chieftaincy

• Ghanaian actor Master Richard has finally spoken after reports emerged that there was a purported dispute surrounding his chieftaincy title
• The comedian was enstooled as an acting chief in Adamorobe on April 24, 2026, with the name Nana Osei Boakye Yiadom II conferred on him
• Master Richard's recent lamentation on social media has triggered massive concerns on social media, with many Ghanaians reacting

Mikki Osei Berko, also known as Master Richard and Dada Boat, has reacted to his purported chieftaincy dispute.

On April 24, 2026, Master Richard was enstooled as an acting chief with the stool name Nana Osei Boakye Yiadom II conferred on him.

In a viral video believed to be from the coronation, the Ghanaian actor, who featured in a lot of movies, was seen in his traditional wear called “fugu”, paired with his shorts.

Two individuals believed to be the leaders of Adamorobe held the hands of Mikki Osei Boakye and made him sit on the stool three times, during which a powder was poured on him, as tradition may demand. The scenes from the event caught the attention of many on social media, with some sending congratulatory messages to him.

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The Instagram video of Master Richard being enstooled is below;

High Court stops Master Richard's chief installation

On May 4, 2026, reports emerged that the actor had been embroiled in a controversy following his enstoolment.

A letter from the Koforidua High Court that popped up indicated that the legal house had barred the installation and outdooring of Master Richard and one other as chiefs for Adamorobe.

The application was filed by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), with the respondents being Gyasenehene Kwame Adu Amadu Ayeh, Kwame Takyi, Richard Mikki Osei Berko, Douglas Amoako Danquah and Samuel Akwesi Bio.

According to a report by Ghanaweb, the injunction is a result of a chieftaincy dispute involving a rival claimant, identified as Douglas Amoako.

Master Richard breaks silence on chieftaincy dispute

In a TikTok Live session in the early hours of May 8, 2026, Master Richard opened up about the supposed dispute, confirming earlier reports.

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However, he alleged that his life was in danger due to his rival claimant, adding that he was ready to fight for the position.

Dada Boat also detailed some controversies he claimed involved the Ghana Police Service, calling on the IGP to take action.

The YouTube video of Master Richard speaking about the Chieftaincy despite is below:

Reactions to Master Richard's chieftaincy dispute

YEN.com.gh compiled social media comments after Master Richard opened up about his supposed Chieftaincy dispute.

Ewerian wrote:

"Hw3, they shouldn't start ooo...we don't want any second version of Bawko and Sissala."

Sammy wrote:

"Where Ghana is heading is very dangerous because what is this"

Frank wrote:

"Is it that some people value positions and titles than their sanity, safety and peace of mind? What at all do the benefit in these positions? Anaa I’m ignorant?"

Hamis wrote:

"They should give the chieftaincy to Kubala Kubala he can handle it well."

Kuami Eugene enstooled as chief

Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that the popular Ghanaian musician, Kuami Eugene, was enstooled as the youth chief of Tepa in the Ashanti Region.

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The highlife artist was performing on stage when a group of people believed to have been sent by Tepa leaders stormed the stage to put a traditional Kente on him.

With surprise written all over his face, Kuami Eugene remained calm while they dressed him. The crowd clapped and chanted his name.

Source: YEN.com.gh