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The Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has directed the Asante Mamponghemaa, Nana Agyakoma Difie II, to organise the burial of the late Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, in the next few weeks. Otumfuo has directed that the one-week observation of the second-in-command of Asanteman, should be organised next Monday, May …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is set to resume mediation efforts between the two factions involved in the ongoing Bawku conflict on Monday, April 28. This follows assurance by President John Mahama that the peace process led by the Asantehene would continue as part of national efforts to restore …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has called for a review of Ghana’s Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, suggesting that families who can afford it should contribute to the cost. Speaking during a courtesy call by the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, Otumfuo proposed a mixed-support system similar to …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has destooled Nana Amofa Twumasi II, chief of Mpasaaso No.2 in the Ashanti region, over multiple allegations, including his involvement in illegal mining activities. Other allegations include his questionable royal lineage, and a lack of oversight and accountability to his community and traditional leaders. …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has taken delivery of 28 gold artefacts and regalia originally crafted by royal artisans of the 19th-century Asante Court. The presentation took place during a mini durbar at the Manhyia Palace, coinciding with the centenary commemoration of the return from exile of Otumfuo’s grand-uncle, …

During Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s historic visit to Cape Coast for the Fetu Festival, a memorable moment unfolded involving a young boy who had impressed the king with his welcome dance. The boy, affectionately known as Chief Justice, had performed a traditional dance holding a red Asafo flag inscribed …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has issued a stern warning to chiefs involved in unlawful activities such as land guards and illegal mining. Speaking at the first Asanteman Council meeting following the Silver Jubilee celebrations at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, the Asantehene emphasized his commitment to maintaining order …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has expressed concern over the intense desire of many individuals to become Members of Parliament. During a visit from the Speaker of Parliament, Alban S.K. Bagbin, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on Sunday, June 30, 2024, the Asantehene questioned the reasons behind the …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has generously donated GH₵500,000 to support the education of underprivileged Ga Dangbes. The announcement was made during a grand durbar held in his honor by the Ga State, led by the Ga Mantse, Nii Teiko Tsuru II. “I want to donate an amount of …

The office of the Ga Mantse has announced a historic visit by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, scheduled for Sunday, June 9, 2024. This visit marks the first time an Asante monarch will officially visit the Ga state, signifying a strengthening of ties between the Ga and Asante peoples. …