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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool

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A group of adowa dancers entertaining guests

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.

A chief and his entourage arriving at the durbar ground
A musketeer leads his battalion to the durbar ground
A traditional dancer treats guests to the Adowa dance
Asante customs and traditions were on full display
Bearers of some of Asanteman relics arrive at the ceremonial ground
BoG Governor Johnson Asiama (right) and Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister were in attendance
Lady Julia acknowledges cheers from guests

Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.

Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.

Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.

One of the traditional warriors in full regalia
Some traditional authorities arrive at the venue
The queen mothers were present to celebrate with Otumfuo
Wife of Otumfuo, Lady Julia interacts with a guest at the function
Mr Frank Amoakohene welcomes General Mosquito to the durbar
Mr Johnson Asiedu Nketia, alias General Mosquito in his traditional regalia
Okaikwei Central Constituency Member of Parliament, Patrick Yaw Boamah was among the august guests that attended the ceremony

The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.

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He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.

The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.

By Spectator Reporter

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