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Sanaahene is the title given to the royal treasurer. The title Sa-hene, is used primarily in Ghana and is given to a traditional ruler who is considered capable of leading the warring groups of the area. The Sa-hene is mandated to aid the paramount chief of an area in the performance of his duty. In the Central Region of Ghana, the Sa-hene has oversight over the Asafo group. [1]

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