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His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is dismayed that Ghana’s youth are preoccupied with seeking opportunities abroad, rather than utilising their skills to develop their homeland. With the same level of cognitive ability, the Asantehene observes, students from developed countries set their minds on making inventions that take over the world and make them millionaires overnight while Ghanaians tend to be fixated on landing menial job opportunities in developed countries. Speaking on the theme “Championing the nation’s future” at the […]
It is the firm belief of the Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, that Ghana’s future resides in what the youth make it. According to the King, a better future can only be realized at home and through creative and innovative youth. “The answer lies in the mind. There is no future anywhere better than where you are. The future is HOME and in your minds to create. It is in your minds to create and innovate […]
At the fifth Awukudae mini durbar at the Manhyia Palace on June 18, 2025, the King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, made a brief remark about the visit of the iNgwenyama of Eswatini, His Majesty Mswati III. This occurred when officials from Aliska Business Advisory and Research presented six newly created Adinkra symbols, inspired by His Majesty’s 26-year reign. Welcoming the symbolic creations, His Majesty scheduled a meeting with the team for Friday to discuss designing a […]
The Asante Kotoko SC has presented its 10th FA Cup trophy to its Life Patron, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. A delegation including the Interim Management Committee (IMC), coaches, management, players, supporters, and former players made the presentation to the King of the Asante Kingdom at the Manhyia Palace on June 18, 2025. Presenting it, the Chairman of the IMC, Nana Apinkra Akwasi Awuah, said Kotoko started the season with an aspiration to win two titles; however, grave mistakes cost them […]
Six new Adinkra symbols reflecting the rulership of the 16th Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, have been created by Aliska Business Advisory and Research. Of the six, only one is named, the King was told at the Manhyia Palace on June 18, 2025, during the fifth Awukudae Festival. Three officials from the institution identified as Lauren Asiedu, Kumi Agyemang and Kwame Agyemang officially made the presentation to the King. According to Mr. Agyemang, the development of […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has shared the hurdle he went through to become a golfer 26 years ago after his brother-in-law ushered him into the sport. According to His Majesty, it was just a few months into his reign and the custodians at the Manhyia Palace tried to restrain him from playing due apprehensions about his safety and security. “Twenty-six years ago, when I first went to the golf course, a brother-in-law of mine […]
The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has committed to making golf one of the leading sports in Ghana. As it stands, football is the West African country’s favourite sport. However, the King intends to change the narrative, putting efforts into advocacy for golf. Speaking at a Dinner and Dance event to culminate the Telecel 68th Asantehene Open Golf Championship on June 14, 2025, His Majesty said his advocacy had begun in his home, where he is […]
As a way of attracting interest and increasing farming prospects across the country, the King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has proposed a review of the payment mode for lands meant for agricultural projects. On a win-win level, the King proposed that these pieces of land be allotted based on equity stake rather than cash. This method was deployed in the olden days, and His Majesty says it could be adopted in the government’s quest to make […]
The Occupant of the Golden Stool, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Monday afternoon, was captured consumed by grief as he watched his second-in-command, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, lying in repose. The King left the Manhyia Palace at noon and was in the Traditional Area in about an hour for the final day sacraments of the late traditional ruler on June 9, 2025. In a solemn procession, Otumfuo made his way to the Amaniampong Silver Stool Palace in a palanquin, dressed […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has departed the Manhyia Palace for Asante Mampong. The convoy set off at noon on Monday. His Majesty’s presence will conclude the three-day burial rites locally known as Dɔte Yie. The final day sacraments today will make way for the burial of the late Paramount Chief, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, on June 9, 2025. The remains of the late occupant of the Silver Stool have been in repose for the […]
