The High Commission in Ghana has on behalf of the UK government has congratulated the newly coronated Ya Naa of the Dagbon state in the Northern Region.

The coronation ceremony of Ya Na Abubakari Mahama II as Overlord of Dagbon was held on Friday, 25 January 2019, after kingmakers had completed consultation and nominations following the burials of two late Overlords of Dagbon.

In a Facebook post, the UK High Commission in Ghana said: "Today we were pleased to represent the UK at the investiture of His Royal Highness Yaa Naa Abukari II.

"We wish him and the people of Dagbon peace and prosperity for many years to come".