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The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has charged the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to broaden its focus and target untapped sectors of the economy to widen the national tax net. His Majesty stressed the importance of equitable revenue collection while highlighting that tapping into overlooked sectors — particularly informal businesses — is critical for maximising national development. Otumfuo noted that this will help ease the burden on traditional taxpayers. “Many people do not pay tax. Devise […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has stated that expanding the tax net will mean nothing without integrity and discipline among the officers of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). Speaking during a courtesy visit by the GRA Board, Commissioners and senior management at the Manhyia Palace on August 7, 2026, His Majesty said transparency and accountability must be the foundation of all revenue collection efforts. “Expanding the tax net would yield little result if field officers […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has constituted a four-member committee to probe the stool dispute surrounding the royalty status of Nana Amoakowaa Gyampa, Mpasaaso No2 Baapanin. The committee was established during a Kumasi Traditional Council meeting on August 6, 2026. The committee is made up of Akrofromhene, Anantahene, Nkwantakesehene and Otumfuo Kyeame Amoateng. They were given a month to dig into the lineage owners of the stool to arrive at the true royals. BackgroundFollowing an order by the Asantehene for […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has constituted a four-member committee to probe the stool dispute surrounding the royalty status of Nana Amoakowaa Gyampa, Mpasaaso No2 Baapanin. The committee was established during a Kumasi Traditional Council meeting on August 6, 2026. The committee is made up of Akrofromhene, Anantahene, Nkwantakesehene and Otumfuo Kyeame Amoateng. They were given a month to dig into the lineage owners of the stool to arrive at the true royals. BackgroundFollowing an order by the Asantehene for […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has decided to resolve the lingering and longstanding misunderstanding between the Chief of Aboabogya, Nana Wiafe Akenten Amoah II, Oheneyere Birago Domfe II, and the family head Kwadwo Agyei. The decision was taken after Otumfuo heard charges levelled against the chief by the Queen and the Abusuapanin, as well as the chief’s defence during the Kumasi Traditional Council meeting on August 6, 2026. ChargesSpeaking on behalf of Oheneyere, who was […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has ruled that there is no basis to destool the Chief of Aboabogya, Nana Wiafe Akenten Amoah II, and has ordered that the matter be resolved indoors. Speaking during the Kumasi Traditional Council meeting on Thursday, August 6, 2026, Otumfuo described the dispute between the chief, Queen Oheneyere Birago Domfe II, and family head Kwadwo Agyei as “just a misunderstanding.” “After hearing the charges, they have no basis for destoolment. I will meet you, my […]
The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has reaffirmed his unflinching support for the newly inducted Vice Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Prof. Christian Agyare. The reassurance comes days after his induction as the 13th Vice Chancellor of the institution. Otumfuo stated that his doors would always be open to the VC for direction, counsel and consultation on any matter. “Don’t drag your feet in coming here. We will offer you […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has charged Chief Directors of Regional Coordinating Councils to take full responsibility for Ghana’s development, saying the success of decentralisation rests with them. Addressing the delegation at the Manhyia Palace on August 5, 2026, His Majesty acknowledged that they coordinate activities across all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) and therefore hold the key to national progress. “You are in charge of policies introduced by political leaders. Your office is […]
The Occupant of the Golden Stool, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has warned Chief Directors of Regional Coordinating Councils not to stay silent in the face of wrong decisions for fear of losing their jobs. Speaking when the delegation called on him at the Manhyia Palace on August 5, 2026, the King of the Asante Kingdom said civil servants must prioritise the interest of Ghana over personal job security. “Make sure you give sound advice to the political heads. You often […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has announced plans to visit Gonjaland to reciprocate a visit by the Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom, Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale I. The Yagbonwura, accompanied by a delegation of over 100 people, paid a courtesy call on Otumfuo at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on July 1, 2026. His entourage included Damongowura Kelly Seidu Boresa I, Mankpanwura Achode Borenyi I, Kulawwura Kotokyi Borewunche I, Kekpandewura Shaibu Baba Mumuni Kanyiti I, […]