Gundonaa Samata Abudu: Biography, Facts and Career
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Gundonaa Hajia Samata Abudu is the Paramount woman Chief of the Dagbon traditional area in the Northern Region of Ghana. All women Chiefs in that area are subordinate to her. She heads the Gundogu skin, the female equivalent of the Yendi skin, which is headed by the Yaa-Naa. The Gundonaa is the only Chief, be it male or female, who is able to veto the Yaa-Naa's word. She is assisted in her duties by the Kpatunaa, a female Chief of the Kpatuya clan. The position of Gundonaa can only be occupied by a daughter of a Yaa-Naa. Gundonaa Hajia Samata Abudu is also the granddaughter of Kachegu Naa who was the daughter and eldest surviving child of Naa Gbewaa (the founder of the Dagbon Kingdom), and became the King of Dagbon after he died. She is a member of the Abudu household and royal family.
Quick facts about Gundonaa Samata Abudu
- Full name: Gundonaa Samata Abudu
- Born: 1926-03-09
- Nationality: Ghana
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q105298642
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Who is Gundonaa Samata Abudu?
Gundonaa Hajia Samata Abudu is the Paramount woman Chief of the Dagbon traditional area in the Northern Region of Ghana.
What nationality is Gundonaa Samata Abudu?
Gundonaa Samata Abudu is Ghana.
When was Gundonaa Samata Abudu born?
Gundonaa Samata Abudu was born on 1926-03-09.
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