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The event, which would take place at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, was to coincide with the Asante Calendar's special traditional Sunday and would be one of the highlights of the litany of activities marking the enthronement of the king, 20 years ago.
The president will also hold a special state banquet in honor of Otumfuo Osei Tutu on April 26, the exact date on which the king was enthroned.
Other dignitaries, namely the Speaker of the Ghanaian Parliament, the President of the Supreme Court, former President John Dramani Mahama and other notables of the world, were also invited to participate in the celebrations.
Mr. Kofi Badu, Asantehene's Chief of Staff, at a press conference held on Sunday at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, announced that various activities including: football matches, an international investor forum and a host of Other social and traditional events would begin on Wednesday, March 27, and end on May 12, with a golf tournament.
On Wednesday, March 27, Otumfuo will begin the program itself with the performance of the Atano rites, which will be followed by traditional representations of the Atano priests at the Manhyia Palace.
The unveiling of the Otumfuo statue and turf cutting for the second phases of the Kejetia Central Market Redevelopment Project and the grbad cut for Phase 2 of the project, May 2, would also occupy a central place. Photo exhibition of Otumfuo's achievements in the areas of education, health and other social sectors would also be outdated.
A Thanksgiving celebration is scheduled for May 6 to mark the King's 69th birthday. It will be followed by a meeting with Ashanti's professional staff, as well as a summit and banquet on Asanteman's development.
The planning committee has banned funerals to show respect to the king and to create a serene atmosphere for the celebrations.
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