Tag Archives: coronation

See the list of high-powered delegation that attended Akufo-Addo’s sister’s coronation

A sister of the President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, was recently made the Abrewatia of Benkum Kyeame Abusua of Akropong-Akuapem in the Eastern Region of Ghana. Marigold Nana Abena Oye Akufo-Addo’s ceremony, although was a small gathering, was attended by a tall list of some high-powered dignitaries. With the …

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Chief shoots niece during coronation at Amosima in Central Region

The Safohen of Amosima in the Abura Asebu Kwamankese District of the Central Region is in the grips of the police for shooting his niece, a 40-year-old during the coronation of Ebusuapanin at Amosima The suspect chief as tradition demands during such events fired the gun but mistakenly shot his …

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Youngest queen mother in Ghana dies one year after her coronation

The Queen Mother of Adum Banso, a small community in the Ashanti Region, Obaahenmaa Yaa Manu I, has reportedly died. Obaahenmaa Yaa Manu I, who is said to be the youngest queen mother in Ghana, was installed in July 2022. The late queen mother is believed to be in her …

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Papua New Guinea minister quits over luxury Coronation trip controversy

Papua New Guinea’s foreign minister has quit after a controversy over spending on the country’s official delegation at King Charles III’s coronation. Justin Tkatchenko travelled with his daughter Savannah, who posted a TikTok showing her first-class plane journey and shopping spree in Singapore. On Wednesday, he branded her critics “primitive …

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Why Otumfuo had Asanteman flag on Charles III’s coronation flyer – Historian explains

A historian has explained why Otumfuo Osei Tutu II could not use the Ghana flag during his recent engagement in the United Kingdom where he attended the coronation ceremony of King Charles III. Professor Sarfo Kantanka in an interview with Kumasi-based Opensuo Radio explained that the Asantehene was invited in …

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Comedian drags Nigerian kings using Otumfuo’s attendance at Charles III coronation

A Nigerian comedian has taken on royals across Africa’s most populous nation mocking their loud absence at the May 6 coronation ceremony of King Charles III at Westminister Abbey. Known in Nigeria’s comedy circles as Pararan, the operator of Pararan Mock News said it was telling that Otumfuo, who he …

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Watch Tiwa Savage’s performs at King Charles III coronation concert

Nigerian female music star, Tiwa Savage, performed at the coronation concert of King Charles III at the Windsor Castle on Sunday evening. The coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla was held on Saturday at the Westminster Abbey, with lots of world leaders, royals and diplomats in attendance. Tiwa …

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Meet Nana Kusi Apea I – Otumfuo’s rep at 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II

The bond between the Ashanti and British kingdoms dates centuries back and has in recent years been butressed by visits by monarchs on both sides. The most recent visit is of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s official invitation to the coronation of King Charles III on May 6, 2023. The …

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[WATCH]: Inside the Coronation Theatre: Where King Charles III will be crowned

  Today’s Coronation Service for King Charles III will take place in the ‘Coronation Theatre’ at the heart of Westminster Abbey. Here are the key elements of the stage for the first coronation in almost 70 years – as shared by the Royal Family 1 – The Coronation Chair The …

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Nigeria’s Tiwa Savage to perform at coronation of King Charles III

Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has been billed to perform as part of the coronation of King Charles III. The coronation and subsequent official ascension of King Charles III on Saturday, May 6, 2023, comes after the passing of the British monarch’s mother Queen Elizabeth II. The historical event will …

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