Nana Durowaa Effah Guakro
Title of Office
Apagyahemaa, Atebubu Traditional Area
Stool Name: Nana Durowaa Effah Guakro
Private Name: Linda Asamoah
Date of Enstoolment: 3 November 2025
Traditional Status: Sub-Divisional Queenmother
Profession: Nurse (Midwife)
Academic Qualification: Registered Midwife [Degree Nurse]
Biographical Profile
Nana Durowaa Effah Guakro, is known in private life as Linda Asamoah, and currently serves as the Apagyahemaa of Atebubu Traditional Area. She hails from the Ekoɔna clan and originates from Mem in the Atebubu Traditional Area. She is the daughter of the late Mr. Kwabena Effah of Panta and Ms. Janet Owusu of Mem, both natives of Atebubu. Her enstoolment marks a significant historical moment, as she is
the first to occupy the Apagyahemaa stool within the traditional governance structure of Atebubu. By this, she becomes the pioneer custodian and representative of this newly established royal office. Nana Durowaa is married to Mr. Michael Osei Akuoko, and they are blessed with a daughter.
She had her early education at the SDA Primary School in Atebubu, continued at Angel Educational Complex in Kumasi, and completed her basic education at Christian Preparatory School, also in Kumasi. She proceeded to T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School. Her professional journey began at Premier Nurses’ Training College, after which she continued to S.D.A. Nursing and Midwifery Training College, qualifying as a registered midwife. She currently serves actively in her profession.
Although Nana Durowaa has lived much of her life outside Atebubu, she embodies humility, calmness and a soft-spoken character. Her assumption of the Apagyahemaa role positions her to inspire young women, promote community dignity, and uphold the values entrusted to her stool.
Her personal journey reflects growth, service and responsibility, and her leadership promises to contribute meaningfully to the cultural, social and developmental advancement of Atebubuman.