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Asantehene climaxes Silver Jubilee anniversary
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II on the Golden Stool
Scores of people from all walks of life flocked the Dwabrem durbar ground of the Manhyia Palace as the 25th anniversary of the reign of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II came to a climax.
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, his Vice, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia and wife Samira were among the top dignitaries that graced the occasion which coincided with the third Akwasidae festival on the Akan calendar.
Also in attendance were former President, John Agyekum Kufour and Dr. Keith Christopher Rowley, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago who was the Special Guest of Honour plus a retinue of chiefs that paid homage to the Asantehene.
On full display were the rich cultures and traditions of the visiting chiefs that thrilled guests with their entries spiced with cultural dances and songs.
There were delegations from La Cote d’Ivoire, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Togo and Morocco.
Political parties were also represented.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu was born on May 6, 1950 and was the youngest of five children of the late queen mother of Asantemhemaa, Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II.
He was known in private life as Barima Kwaku Duah; he ascended the Golden Stool, the symbol of the spiritual power of the Asante Kingdom as the 16th Asantehene in direct succession to Opemsuo, Osei Tutu, the founder of the Asanteman, on April 26, 1999.
President Nana Akufo-Addo commended the Asantehene for his exemplary leadership.
The Asantehene called on the political parties and Ghanaians in general to be alert and not take anything for granted as the country geared up for another elections.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Kumasi
The Heartfelt Philanthropy Network and fellows of Elevate Africa Fellowship have visited the Street Academy in Accra to support its efforts to improve the welfare and development of children.
The visit formed part of efforts by the organisations to give back to the community and promote opportunities for children through education, healthcare and other social support programmes.
Ms Yvonne Abba-Opoku, Founder and Director of the Heartfelt Philanthropy Network, said the organisation had supported the Street Academy since 2019 because of its commitment to serving vulnerable children. Read More.
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Alberta Afia Asomaniwa Akoto, popularly known as “Landlady,” has declared her intention to contest as the Parliamentary Candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Okaikwei North Constituency.
In a statement shared on Friday, Ms. Akoto said Okaikwei North has been her home for more than 40 years, where she has lived among the people, shared in their joys and challenges, and built lasting connections with the community.
“I am in the race because I believe our community deserves dedicated service, a listening ear and a strong voice. I am ready to work with you, listen to your concerns and help build a brighter future for Okaikwei North,” she said.
“Dear Okaikwei North, your girl is here one of your own, ready to serve,” she added.
Ms. Akoto said service is not just a responsibility but a commitment to the people and the community they call home.
Having dedicated herself to serving and supporting the people of the constituency, she said she wishes to continue the journey of service with renewed commitment, greater dedication and a stronger vision.
Her vision, she noted, is to build on the progress made, listen to the concerns of the people, empower the youth, support women, create opportunities and champion development that benefits every community in the constituency.
“I believe that together, we can build a stronger, more prosperous and inclusive Okaikwei North,” she added.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
