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 …
Read More »Otumfuo Destools Mpasaasohene Over Galamsey And Other Offences
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. …
Read More »Asantehene Receives 28 More 19th Century Looted Artefacts And Regalia
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, …
Read More »How A Young Boy Asked Asantehene To Hold His Flag While He Visited The washroom [Watch]
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 …
Read More »Video: Asantehene Vows To Destool Chiefs Involved In Illegal Mining, Using Land Guards
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 …
Read More »Video: Why Does Everyone Want To Be An MP? – Asantehene Asks Speaker Bagbin
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 …
Read More »Video: Asantehene Donates GH₵500,000 As Seed Money For The Ga Educational Fund.
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 …
Read More »Asantehene To Make Historic Visit To Ga State On June 9
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. …
Read More »You Have Been A Symbol Of Unity And Progress – President Akufo-Addo Hails Asantehene
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has hailed Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, acknowledging him as a leader who has consistently worked towards promoting peace, reconciliation, and national unity. The President highlighted Otumfuo’s successful efforts in fostering dialogue in situations of conflict, which has garnered him widespread admiration both within Ghana …
Read More »Ignore The Bogus Post About Mahama’s Nonattendance At Asantehene’s Birthday – Aide
Joyce Bawah Mogtari, a special aide to former President John Mahama, has denied a false post that said Mr. Mahama was not invited to Asantehene’s birthday celebration. Speaking on the matter, she clarified that the post in her name was not authentic. and emphasised that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) …
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