Tag Archives: OTUMFUO

Video: When Otumfuo took the royal oath

On February 25, 1999, his immediate predecessor and “senior brother” Otumfuo Opoku Ware II died. Barima Kwaku Duah was selected to succeed Otumfuo Opoku Ware II. The overwhelming support and universal acclaim he enjoyed from the chiefs and people of the kingdom cemented his choice as the next Asantehene. Consequently, …

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All set for Akwasidae K3se3 marking Asantehene’s 20th anniversary

Kumasi is set to witness a cultural extravaganza on Sunday, April 21, when the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, marks the 20th anniversary of his coronation with a grand durbar on Akwasidae k3se3. The occasion will be the high point of the anniversary and thousands of Asantes and well-wishers from …

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Forget about Akufo-Addo; he can’t develop Asanteman – Richard Ofori Agyemang

Former Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Obuasi and a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Richard Ofori Agyemang says it is better for Ashantis to focus on how they can lend their full support to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to develop their Kingdom than relying on the New …

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You are to advise us, not to overtake us – Otumfuo warns Queen mothers

The Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu has warned queen mothers in Ashanti Kingdom against the formation of associations that are intended to undermine the authority of chiefs. He said he has observed recent developments where queen mothers form associations and then travel to Accra to meet government officials for validation. Addressing …

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