Oheneba Afriyie Addo
Title of Office
Benkumhene, Atebubu Traditional Area
Stool Name: Oheneba Afriyie Addo
Private Name: Martin Gyan
Traditional Status: Divisional Chief, Atebubu Traditional Area
Date of Enstoolment: 21 October 2024
National House of Chiefs Serial Number:
Profession: Teacher
Qualification: Bachelor of Education in Basic Education
Biographical Profile
Oheneba Afriyie Addo, known privately as Mr. Martin Gyan, is the Benkumhene of the Atebubu Traditional Area. He is a distinguished educator with over twenty-three years of active teaching experience, marked by dedication to academic excellence, inclusiveness, and community-focused leadership. He currently serves as Headteacher of Owusu Asare Junior High School,
where he is recognized for advancing student performance, strengthening teaching standards, and supporting staff capacity-building.
Nana’s academic journey reflects progressive professional development. He obtained his Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination qualification in 1994, followed by a Teacher’s Certificate A in 2002. He later completed a Diploma in Basic Education in July 2011 and earned his Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Cape Coast on 23 June 2014.
In the course of his career, Nana has taught in several schools across Atebubu, contributing to human development and youth formation. His teaching experience includes:
- Owusu Asare Primary School (2002–2006)
• D/A Junior High School (2006–2010)
• Presbyterian Junior High School (2010–2017)
• Mem Junior High School (2017)
Following his excellent service at Mem JHS, he was appointed Headteacher of Owusu Asare Junior High School in 2018, where he continues to serve.
Nana is married and blessed with four children. Beyond his professional responsibilities, he occupies the revered stool with the name Oheneba Afriyie Addo, serving as Benkumhene of the Atebubu Traditional Council. His leadership reflects humility, fairness, educational advocacy, and a deep commitment to the welfare and progress of Atebubuman.