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The newly promoted Commissioner of Police (COP), Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe, has credited the counsel and blessings of the Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, for his success during his short tenure as the Ashanti Regional Commander. Formerly a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP), Mr Teye-Cudjoe was assigned to the Ashanti Region in February 2025, in the stead of DCOP Frank Abrokwa. He was promoted by the Inspector General of Police last week in recognition of his dedicated service […]
A Lebanese businessman, Zein Kassab, has presented a rare gift to His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, in recognition of his remarkable role in maintaining peace and unity in Ghana, particularly his efforts in resolving the Dagbon conflict. Mr. Kassab who runs KASSAB Trading and Restaurant said he was deeply moved by Asantehene’s commitment to peace and reconciliation, which inspired him to offer the special gift as a token of gratitude. “I am here to show love and to […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has directed that the prolonged dispute at Onwe involving Abusuapanin Opuni Marfo, the Onwe Aheneyere, and the Dikro of Ahodwo be resolved without further delay. Addressing a sitting of the Kumasi Traditional Council on October 20, 2025, His Majesty stressed that the matter was not one of chieftaincy but rather about establishing the rightful ownership. He emphasised that the case had lingered for far too long and must be concluded promptly to restore peace and […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has intervened in the ongoing Atutuye Stool dispute after a committee tasked with resolving the matter was divided over the rightful royal lineage. The four-member committee’s report revealed that three members supported the claim of Opanin Sarpong, while one dissented, siding with Opanin Yaw Dwene. The other party is Opanin Antiedu. During a sitting of the Kumasi Traditional Council on October 20, 2025, His Majesty questioned inconsistencies in the genealogical accounts presented by both factions. […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has adjourned deliberations on the Atutuye Stool dispute, citing unresolved genealogical inconsistencies. “When we talk about royalty and peace, we must ask who gave birth to whom,” Asantehene stated. “It is not about who reigned – is everyone who rules a royal? We should ask: who is his mother, who is his grandmother, and how many children came from that line?” “Hold on with this case. I will call all sides and tell you your […]
The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, appended an iconic signature to end the second day of the burial rites of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, Asantehemaa. Some minutes before the gathering at the Dwabrem grounds of the Manhyia Palace came to an end on September 16, 2025, a heavy downpour set in. The royal Kete performers of the Palace took to the fore in the rain, flowing rhythmically with the tune of the fontomfrom as it echoed […]
The remains of the Queen of the Asante Kingdom, Her Majesty Nana Konadu Yiadom III, have been laid in repose as her burial rites, known in the local dialect as “Dɔte Yie,” commence. Her body will remain on display at Manhyia Palace for the next four days, beginning today, September 15, 2025, as Asanteman mourns the 14th Queen, who reigned for the past eight years. It follows the performance of the required rites on Sunday night to make way for […]
The Manhyia Palace has announced a ban on all funerals across Asanteman on Thursday, August 21, 2025, as part of the one-week observation for the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III. The directive is in line with tradition, allowing the Asante Kingdom to mourn the Queen, who passed away recently. The one-week observation will be marked with customary rites at the Manhyia Palace. “Manhyia Palace announces for the information of the general public that there will be a ban on […]
Though Asanteman mourns the passing of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, memories of her grace, warmth, and devotion to the Kingdom continue to surface. One cherished moment unfolded on May 6, 2025, when the late Asantehemaa made a rare royal visit to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to mark his 75th birthday. Accompanied by an entourage of royals, courtiers, and traditional authorities, she arrived at the Manhyia Palace in regal splendour to honour the occasion. The Asantehene, dressed in a […]
As Asanteman mourns the passing of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, many are recalling the countless ways she demonstrated her compassion, leadership, and deep sense of responsibility towards her people. One of the most memorable examples came on February 16, 2022, when Ghana’s First Lady, Rebecca Akufo-Addo, described her generosity with the Akan proverb, “ɔbaatan na nim neɛ ne mma bɛdi” — “A mother’s love is far reaching.” This came after the Asantehemaa paid the medical bills of patients at the […]
