HC Deb 14 July 1937 vol 326 cc1246-7
42. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is aware that the Odikro of Akwatia has died in exile; whether he has information respecting the cause of death; and whether the report of the decease of this chief of the Asamangkese division is causing any unrest in the Gold Coast?

Mr. Ormsby-Gore

I understand that the Odikro of Akwatia died on 29th May, but I have no information as to the cause of his death. I am not aware that unrest has arisen in consequence of the death of the Odikro.

Mr. Sorensen

Can the right hon. Gentleman make inquiries respecting the decease of this gentleman?

Mr. Ormsby-Gore

I cannot undertake to make inquiries into the cause of death of every native in West Africa.