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22 Nov

Asantehene Receives More 19th-Century Gold Ornaments And Regalia

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The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is set to receive 28 additional gold ornaments and regalia, dating back to 19th-century creations by royal artisans of the Asante Court and others. The official presentation will take place this weekend at a mini durbar at the Manhyia Palace, coinciding with the centenary anniversary of the return from exile in the Seychelles of his grand-uncle, Nana Agyeman Prempeh I. The durbar will also be held in honour of the visiting President of the Republic of Seychelles, His Excellency Wavel Ramkalawan. Originally part of the Collection of African Gold at AngloGold Ashanti in South…

17 Oct

Otumfuo’s Endorsement of Bawumia Shows Akans Have Accepted Bawumia- Chairman Wontumi

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Ashanti regional chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, has praised Otumfuo Osei Tutu's endorsement of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, saying it's a testament to Bawumia's visionary leadership and implementation of great ideas. Speaking on Movement TV/ Wontumi Radio with Kwaku Dawuro, Chairman Wontumi noted that Otumfuo didn't call Bawumia "my son" lightly, but rather because of his impressive track record and commitment to serving Ghana. Wontumi also took a swipe at former President Mahama, describing him as myopic and lacking vision. In contrast, he noted that the Ashantis have always had a special place for visionary leaders,…

12 Sep

Kofi Kinaata Turns Social Media ‘Upside Down’ After Otumfuo’s Validation

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Highlife musician Kofi Kinaata has been continuously expressing his excitement on social media following a commendation from the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. Earlier, during the General Conference of the Ghana Bar Association, Kofi Kinaata was mentioned and extolled in Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's speech. The Asantehene highlighted the importance of appreciating Ghana by quoting the phrase 'Obi nya way3' from Kinaata’s hit song ‘Susuka.’ He emphasised that despite various challenges, many countries aspire to be like Ghana, and he encouraged citizens to reflect on Kinaata’s insightful lyrics. Kofi Kinaata has since described the recognition as surreal and has shared his excitement…

10 Sep

‘Sometimes, Listen To The Wisdom Of Kofi Kinaata’ – Otumfuo Tells Ghanaians

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Ghanaian highlife musician Kofi Kinaata has been mentioned in the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's speech at the General Conference of the Ghana Bar Association. During his address, the Asantehene used the phrase 'Obi nya way3' from Kofi Kinaata’s hit song ‘Susuka’ to emphasise the importance of appreciating Ghana. He highlighted that despite various challenges, many countries aspire to be like Ghana, and he encouraged citizens to reflect on Kofi Kinaata’s insightful lyrics. He stated that the wisdom of musicians like Kofi Kinaata is extraordinary. The Asantehene remarked, “I can think of many countries that look up to Ghana and wish…

12 Jun

Asantehene Expresses His Confidence In Dr. Bawumia’s Ability To Lead Ghana Forward

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The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has praised Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s humility. During their meeting at the Manhyia Palace today, as the flagbearer of NPP wraps up his 3-day tour of the Ashanti region, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, offered words of wisdom and encouragement to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. He praised Dr. Bawumia’s humility, saying, ‘You haven’t changed, you’re still humble. Continue to be humble and show respect and honor to all Ghanaians.’ Otumfuo urged Dr. Bawumia to patiently explain his vision to the people, trusting that they will respond positively. The Asantehene expressed his confidence in…

29 Jan

VIDEO: Chairman Wontumi Greets Otumfuo Before Granting Interview On TV/Radio

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The Ashanti regional Chairman for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, has revered the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, before opening up for an interview on Movement TV and Wontumi Radio. Mr. Bernard Antwi-Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi has made it a ritual to always praise his overlord before speaking on issues and he demonstrated this act again last Saturday. “My greetings goes out to Otumfuo, the overlord of Ashanti region”, were the remarks of Chairman Wontumi to show how dear the King is to him. VIDEO below… https://youtu.be/jS0a3C7_ViQ

24 Jan

Temper Justice With Mercy- GM of Wontumi TV Pleads With Manhyia Palace (VIDEO)

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The management of Wontumi Multimedia has rendered an unqualified apology to traditional leaders in the Ashanti Region. The apology is over the recent conduct of lawyer Maurice Ampaw on an episode of his Mmra Ne Abrabo Mu Nsem programme aired on Wontumi TV. Speaking on Movement TV, the General Manager, Kofi Agyei told Kwaku Dawuro there's no way management of the channel would deliberately provide the platform to denigrate the traditional rulers of Ashanti region. "We are pleading that Manhyia tempers justice with mercy. As we speak, the show is currently off-air", he said. Video below... https://youtu.be/rolfyENrbg8

18 May

Otumfuo, King Charles III To Collaborate To Reclaim Lands Destroyed By Galamsey

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The Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II says he will be collaborating with King Charles III of the United Kingdom to reclaim lands that have been destroyed by illegal mining activities in Ghana. The Asantehene disclosed this at the launch of the 2023 edition of the Green Ghana Day held in Kumasi today, Wednesday, 17 May 2023. He said he had a discussion with King Charles III when he attended his coronation in London about land reclamation in Ghana. During the private discussion, Otumfuo said, King Charles III accepted to collaborate with him to reclaim lands destroyed by galamsey activities in the country.…

09 May

Comedian Drags Nigerian Kings Using Otumfuo’s Attendance At Charles III Coronation

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A Nigerian comedian has taken on royals across Africa's most populous nation mocking their loud absence at the May 6 coronation ceremony of King Charles III at Westminister Abbey. Known in Nigeria's comedy circles as Pararan, the operator of Pararan Mock News said it was telling that Otumfuo, who he described as King of Ghana, had been invited when no Nigerian king made it to the ceremony. "Where are the Nigerian kings who won't allow us to breathe, throwing their weight around and disturbing public peace without being useful to their people? "All they know is to claim to have…

03 May

Otumfuo Celebrates 3rd Akwasidae (VIDEO)

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The Akwasidae festival memorializes the time that the Ashanti Golden Stool was magically brought down from heaven. The festival is celebrated once every six weeks on a Sunday. Every paramount chief in Asanteman (Ashanti Kingdom) observes the Akwasidae in his own jurisdiction, however, the main event is held at the Manhyia Palace, in Kumasi. There, the Asantehene sits in state for his subjects and other visitors to pay him homage.