Mamprusi people

In Ghana, the Mamprusis live mainly in Nalerigu, Gambaga, Walewale, and their surrounding towns and villages in the North East Region.

[citation needed] The Mamprusi claim to eldership is based on Cognatic Primogeniture, where succession is through the oldest male child.

[6] The story of the Mamprusi monarchy traces its origin to a great warrior named Tohazie.

Tohazie's grandson Naa Gbanwaah settled in Pusiga and established Mamprugu.

The Mamprusi began converting to Islam in the 17th century due to the influence of Dyula merchants.