Akufo-Addo joins Asantehene to mark its 20th anniversary

General News of Monday, April 22, 2019

Source: gbcghanaonline.com

2019-04-22

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo Addo is expected to join Otumfuo Osei Tutu on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of his coronation as Asantehene.

The great durbar that will witness a cultural extravaganza will gather thousands of Asante and sympathizers from around the world, converging on Dwabrem of Manhyia Palace to share the joy and glory of this anniversary. Otumfuo Osei Tutu rode on the golden stool on April 26, 1999.

That day, Barima Kwaku Dua, as it was then called, held in his right hand the sword of Busumuru and, with his kuntunkuni (black cloth), swore under the oath of Asante d & # 39; To be loyal to his people.

The program should begin at noon, but all other leaders attending the ceremony will sit before the arrival of the celebrant, Otumfuo Osei Tutu.

The celebration would be incomplete without a look at the occupation of the throne over the years.

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, known in private life as Nana Barima Kwaku Dua, became the occupant of the golden stool, on the death of Otumfuo Opoku Ware II in 1999.

By name, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is a direct successor to the founder of the Ashanti Empire, Otumfuo Osei Tutu 1.

Osei Tutu II, born May 6, 1950, is the 16th Asantehene, traditional leader of the Ashanti Kingdom in Ghana since April 26, 1999.