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The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has discouraged the use of brute force by the Ghana Police Service in the discharge of its duties. His Majesty reminded them to prioritise professionalism and the integrity of the Service. “Your duty is not to beat people. Your duty is to make sure that you educate and make sure of a peaceful atmosphere,” His Majesty said while addressing the Police Management Board on January 6, 2026, in Accra. The […]
The Occupant of the Golden Stool, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has chided senior police officers for the chronic upscale in lobbying for the police chief position. His Majesty says he is credibly informed of the attempts to politicise the appointment of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP). The Asantehene intimated during a visit to the Police Headquarters that some officers ignore laid-down processes, resorting to political tactics such as lobbying to earn positions. The King condemned the act, saying it would […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has identified that undue interference by some police officers in chieftaincy disputes tends to exacerbate issues. The Monarch observes that some officers involve themselves in these issues, taking sides and thereby stoking tensions. Otumfuo noted that these kinds of disputes pass through traditionally laid down processes to be resolved amicably. “We are resolving Chieftaincy issues where we look at the lineage of people. Whether you have money or not, you should hail from the appropriate […]
The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Christian Yohuno, has hailed the conflict resolution skills of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, eulogising the Asantehene as “the King Solomon of our time.” Reflecting on the impact, he said the exceptional skills had left a lasting impact on the national security fabric. “Allow me to describe you as the King Solomon of our time. Your wisdom, patience and moral authority have brought calm where tensions once prevailed and unity where division threatened our peace,” he […]
In the spirit of Christ’s love, the King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, hosted a celebration particularly for staff, courtiers and subjects. The event happened at the Afia Kobi Park at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on December 25, 2025. Present at the occasion were Nananom; Kumasi Mayor Richard Ofori Agyeman-Boadi who represented the Ashanti Regional Minister; former Ashanti Regional Minister Simon Osei Mensah; Former Kumasi Mayor Sam Pyne; New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary Justin Kodua […]
Traditional authorities have capitalised on the Christmas festive season to honour the King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. Chiefs, queens, various Divisions and traditional priests offered their substances in a show of appreciation for the Monarch. Their offerings ranged from sheep to drinks, cash, and other items. Among the traditional leaders were Offinsohene, Tanosohene, Terchirehene, Ejurahene, Bantamahene, Denyaasehene, Agonahemaa, Ejisuhemaa, and Goasohemaa. The King reserved December 25, 2025, to mark Christmas with Nananom, his people and staff, […]
The Occupant of the Golden Stool, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has defended the culture, customs and traditions of Asanteman against any form of legislative interference. His Majesty is determined to push back at any attempt that contravenes his customary practices. Otumfuo made this known on December 19, 2025, during the last sitting of the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs while reacting to proposals from the National House of Chiefs to amend the Chieftaincy Act, 2008 (Act 759) to establish a […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has thrown light on the authority of queens and their role in decision-making within his realm. Otumfuo noted that their authority, derived from the age-old customs of the kingdom, has been guarded and maintained through the ages, withstanding external pressures and influences. His Majesty said they wield enormous authority as well as the great honour and respect from their chiefs and people. “The authority given to our Queens by our […]
The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has intimated that the proposed inclusion of queens in the House of Chiefs to have a say in decision-making processes goes against his customs and traditions. His Majesty, in a speech on December 19, 2025, during a meeting of the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs noted that he will resist every effort to change the Asante custom. “You can’t change my culture. I am Asantehene. With power, I founded Asante. […]
The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has denounced attempts by some officials and assignees of the National Council of Chiefs to circumvent traditions and guidelines to give traditional authority to some persons. Otumfuo, while addressing the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs on December 19, 2025, stressed that the Statutory Provisions for the Houses of Chiefs do empower it to enstool a chief. “This House doesn’t enstool or create a sub -chief or paramount chief. No Regional […]