Constitution of the Fante Confederacy

( 1871 ) Commentary by Ezekiel Walker, University of Central Florida

“We, the undersigned kings and chiefs of Fanti, have taken into consideration the deplorable state of our peoples and subjects,… and … we are of opinion that unity and concord among ourselves would conduce to our mutual well-being, and promote and advance the social and political condition of our peoples and subjects, who are in a state of degradation, without the means of education and of carrying on proper industry.” - Preamble
“That it be the object of the Confederation: To promote friendly intercourse between all the kings and chiefs of Fanti, and to unite them for offensive and defensive purposes against their common enemy.” - Article 8
“That it be the duty of the Ministry and Executive Council: …To hear, try and determine all important appeal cases brought before it by the under-secretary, option being allowed to any party or parties dissatisfied with the decision thereof to appeal to the British Courts.” - Article 38

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