His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, has extended warm birthday greetings to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, on his 76th birthday, praising his leadership as one that “continues to command respect across Africa.” In a personal message to the Asantehene, the Nigerian traditional ruler recalled the recent visit he and his wife made to Kumasi, expressing deep appreciation for the gracious hospitality extended to them at Manhyia Palace. “Your reign continues to command respect across Africa for its wisdom, stability, and steadfast commitment to the preservation of heritage and the advancement of society,” Ogiame Atuwatse III wrote.…
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The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has presented Mr. Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD), Director of the Diaspora Affairs Office, with an appreciation plaque for his work on the recent 27th coronation anniversary events. The plaque recognises KOD’s contribution to the successful organisation of the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball, a historic gala that celebrated Otumfuo as a “Pillar of Peace” on the 27th anniversary of his ascension to the Golden Stool. The grand event was a multi-stakeholder collaboration involving the E ON 3 Group, Manhyia Palace, the Diaspora Affairs Office, KGL Group, and other partners. Role KOD’s office played a key…
In a historic move celebrating exemplary leadership, Mr. Alex Dadey, Executive Chairman of the KGL Group, is leading the presentations of the Otumfuo commemorative gold coin, medal, and bar to world leaders, the African diaspora, and the international community. The honour reflects Otumfuo’s deep recognition of Mr. Dadey’s unwavering support for Asanteman’s development and the Asantehene’s peace initiatives. A renowned philanthropist and extraordinary business leader, Mr. Dadey has long championed the Otumfuo peace process, leveraging his global connections with world leaders to amplify the Asante Kingdom’s message of stability and unity. Leadership His leadership extends far beyond commerce. Through the…
It is no accident that Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has received high praise from Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. As the first African woman to hold this role, she is a source of pride for Ghana. Otumfuo’s tribute to her at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball became a highlight of the evening. “We are honoured to have our special guest of honour, Ghana’s newest contribution to international public service, Her Excellency Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey,” he said. Lineage of global Ghanaians Otumfuo added: “Shirley follows in a distinguished line of illustrious Ghanaians who have helped shape the international order since…
The Otumfuo Peace Concert is scheduled for December 2026 in Accra. The concert is being jointly organised by E ON 3 Group in collaboration with Manhyia Palace, the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Presidency, the Commonwealth Secretariat, KGL Group, and Multi Bank-Dubai. It is designed as a flagship initiative under the Asantehene’s long-standing peace advocacy agenda, aimed at promoting national unity, social harmony, and peaceful coexistence among all Ghanaians. Expectations While specific details regarding the venue, lineup, and ticketing are yet to be released, sources close to the organisers indicate that the concert will bring together renowned Ghanaian and international…
Today, May 6, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the 16th Asantehene, celebrates his 76th birthday, a milestone that in Asante tradition marks wisdom, longevity, and deepened responsibility. Falling on his kra da (birth day of the week), the day holds profound cultural significance, marked by purification rites. For more than three-quarters of a century, Otumfuo has witnessed Ghana’s transformation from independence to modern democracy. For 27 of those years as Asantehene, he has redefined royal leadership for the 21st century. His guiding words: “Our ancestors fought gallantly. Today, it is not the strength of the gun that determines a person’s future…
In the regal glow of a Ghanaian evening, where heritage and statecraft intertwine, the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball unfolded as a powerful tribute to enduring peace. The night belonged to His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, celebrated as a Pillar of Peace, a steadfast architect of stability whose influence has rippled far beyond the Asante Kingdom. In a profound gesture of reciprocal honour, the monarch conferred the Otumfuo Commemorative Medal upon a distinguished group of individuals whose quiet, relentless work has shaped national development and harmony. The Thunder captures the elegance of that evening and, more importantly, turns its…
The Otumfuo Commemorative Artworks, which were created to honour Otumfuo during his 27th anniversary on the Golden Stool, come in 14‑ounce and 27‑ounce gold versions. The artworks, which were unveiled and auctioned at the Manhyia Palace, where the Asantehene was conferred with the honour “Pillar of Peace”, are powerful symbols of his remarkable legacy of peacebuilding. The 27‑ounce artwork was auctioned for GH¢1.5 million and purchased by Nick Danso Adjei, Executive Chairman of Ghana Link Network Services Ltd. The first of the 14‑ounce artworks was given to Otumfuo. During the auction for the remaining pieces, four individuals purchased them. They…
His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on parties involved in the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Europe to lay down their arms and embrace peace, stressing that global peace is essential. “From Kyiv to Tehran, Tel Aviv to Beirut, we plead for peace to prevail,” he said. Speaking at the Executive Dinner Ball held in his honour as a ‘Pillar of Peace’ to mark his 27th coronation anniversary, the king noted that Ghana’s own peace cannot be fully realised without peace in those regions. “Peace is indivisible. It cannot be preserved or protected in isolation. In…
President John Dramani Mahama has declared that the reign of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has greatly benefited Ghana and made the nation stronger. Describing the Asantehene as a national figure, the President noted that his impact on peace and development extends far beyond Asanteman. President Mahama made these remarks in a message delivered on his behalf by a Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball. According to President Mahama, the Asantehene has not only upheld the legacy of the Ashanti Kingdom but has also expanded it in ways that benefit the…