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  1. May 2026
  2. Parliamentary chieftaincy committee seeks Otumfuo's guidance on disputes

    1. Joy Online

      He made the remarks on Tuesday, May 13, 2026, when the Parliamentary Select Committee on Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs paid a courtesy call on him at the Manhyia Palace.

      House of Chiefs cannot install chiefs – Otumfuo warns against politicising chieftaincy
    2. Joy Online

      The Parliamentary Select Committee on Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has paid a courtesy call on Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia Palace to seek his advice and support in addressing the growing number of chieftaincy disputes across the country.

      Chieftaincy committee seeks Otumfuo’s support to resolve rising chieftaincy disputes
  3. Daily Guide

    Eric Kwesi Ofori, to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, during a courtesy call at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.

    GCU Introduces New VC To Asantehene
  4. Joy Online

    Management disclosed the development during a courtesy call on the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.

    Garden City University set to build Ghana’s first private university teaching hospital
  5. The Chronicle

    Large number of people, including students, yesterday thronged the premises of Manhyia Palace, the seat of the Overlord of Ashanti Kingdom, to participate in the free registration and renewal onto the National Health Insurance Scheme.

    NHIA honours Otumfuo with free registration of subscribers at Manhyia
  6. Joy Online

    In line with tradition, the Asantehene will undergo soul consecration at the Manhyia Palace.

    Asantehene @ 76: How Otumfuo celebrates his birthday
  7. Joy Online

    During a high-level meeting at the Manhyia Palace, the Asantehene, who is worried about the delays, believes any attempt to halt the project will cause financial loss to the country.

    Complete Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal to create jobs – Asantehene urges gov’t
  8. The Chronicle

    General Mosquito presents a souvenir to the King The Ashanti Overlord gave the admonition when a delegation from the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), led by the Board Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, called on him at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.

    Otumfuo Charges GPHA Board: Complete Boankra Project!  …To Avoid Waste Of Public Funds
  9. Joy Online

    The event, held at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development Through Royal Vision,’ had the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Madam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, as the Special Guest of Honour Ms.

    Asantehene honours Angela List
  10. Joy Online

    The event, which was held at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, under the theme “Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development Through Royal Vision”, had the Commonwealth Secretary General, Madam Ayorkor Botchwey, as the Special Guest of Honour.

    Asantehene honours outstanding Ghanaian female entrepreneur Angela List

Friday 5 June

  1. GJA honours journalists and public figures for press freedom

    The Ghana Journalists Association will recognise Ambassador Gina Blay, veteran journalists, and other distinguished media practitioners and public figures for their contributions to press freedom and media development, as part of World Press Freedom Day celebrations in Accra.

    5 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana expands Kumasi operations, reports 36.7% loan growth

    Access Bank Ghana conducted a five-day strategic visit to Kumasi in May 2026, reaffirming its commitment to expanding operations and supporting businesses. The bank recorded significant growth in 2025, including total assets of GH¢19.0 billion and a 36.7 per cent increase in its loan book to GH¢5.06 billion.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 1 June

  1. NHIS registers 1.48 million in Ashanti's inaugural King's Month campaign

    The Ashanti Regional Directorate of the National Health Insurance Authority registered and renewed membership for 1.48 million people during its first "King's Month" campaign in May 2026, comprising 51,976 new subscribers and 1,432,198 renewals. The initiative, held in honour of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has been adopted as an annual programme to be observed every May.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Ghana Sports Fund aims to boost economy through development initiatives

    The Administrator of Ghana's Sports Fund, Dr David Wuaku, says the Fund aims to support sports development initiatives capable of creating jobs, improving infrastructure, and contributing to the national economy, with a goal of making sports a line item in Ghana's GDP.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Benjamin Kwaku Boakye nominated as Agona Omanhene-elect

    Benjamin Kwaku Boakye has been nominated to occupy the Okomfo Anokye Amoampon Stool as Omanhene of Agona Traditional Area and was formally presented to the Asantehene. He will undergo customary oath-swearing ceremonies before his installation, succeeding the late Omanhene Nana Frimpong Anokye Ababio, who died in 2022.

    20 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Access Bank management introduces new MD to Otumfuo

    Access Bank Ghana's management visited Manhyia Palace in Kumasi to introduce its Managing Director, Pearl Nkrumah, to the Asantehene. The bank plans to expand in Kumasi and invest in infrastructure, education, agriculture and industry to support development in the region.

    19 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 18 May

  1. Parliament urged chiefs to avoid partisan political alignment

    The Vice Chairman of Parliament's Select Committee on Chieftaincy, Culture and Religious Affairs has appealed to chiefs to refrain from engaging in partisan politics, warning that openly declaring support for political parties risks compromising their neutrality in settling disputes and administering justice in their traditional areas.

    18 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Eight artists awarded at Otumfuo Arts Awards ceremony

    Eight local and international artists have been honoured as Laureates at the second edition of the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Art Awards, including Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama, installation artist Yaw Owusu, painters Victor Butler and Larry Otoo, portrait artist Afia Prempeh, and international figures Leon Raddegonde, Julie Hudson and Osei Bonsu. The event was organised by the Manhyia Palace Museum in collaboration with UNESCO and Justice and Repairs to honour distinguished artists and curators for their contributions to contemporary art and cultural heritage.

    18 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 15 May

  1. Omanhene of Agogo, Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong dies at 90

    Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong, Omanhene of Agogo in Asante Akyem, has passed away at 90. He served the people of Agogo for 51 years and was a Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North from 1979 to 1981.

    15 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 14 May

  1. Asantehene pledges support for Ghana Sports Fund initiative

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has pledged full support for the Ghana Sports Fund, describing it as a critical national intervention for sports development, youth empowerment, and public health. The pledge came during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Ghana Sports Fund led by Board Chairperson Professor Koryoe Anim-Wright.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Asantehene insists House of Chiefs cannot install chiefs

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has stated that the National House of Chiefs has no authority to install chiefs, with such powers belonging exclusively to traditional councils. He cautioned against politicising chieftaincy elections and called on Parliament to clarify the specific roles of various Houses of Chiefs in matters of enstoolment and recognition.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Parliamentary chieftaincy committee seeks Otumfuo's guidance on disputes

    Ghana's Parliamentary Select Committee on Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs visited Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to seek advice on addressing rising chieftaincy disputes across the country. The Committee emphasized the need to prevent partisan politics from interfering in chieftaincy matters and discussed redirecting state resources from security interventions toward strengthening dispute resolution capacity.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Garden City University introduces new Vice Chancellor to Asantehene

    The Governing Council of Garden City University has introduced its newly appointed Vice Chancellor, Prof. Eric Kwesi Ofori, to the Asantehene during a courtesy call at Manhyia Palace. The council chairman noted the university's role in training health professionals and disclosed plans for a 100-bed teaching hospital.

    12 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Sunday 10 May

  1. Garden City University to build Ghana's first private teaching hospital

    Garden City University has broken ground on a 100-bed teaching hospital at its Kenyasi campus in the Ashanti Region, expected to be completed within 18 months. The facility, the first private university teaching hospital in Ghana, aims to strengthen practical training for health professionals and expand access to quality healthcare.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 7 May

  1. NHIA registers people free at Manhyia Palace to honour Otumfuo

    The National Health Insurance Authority held a free registration and renewal exercise at Manhyia Palace in recognition of Otumfuo's contribution to health advocacy and to honour his 27th anniversary on the Golden Stool and his 76th birthday in 2026. The initiative aims to register one million people in the Ashanti Region as part of a partnership between traditional leadership and state institutions to expand healthcare coverage.

    7 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Asantehene marks 76th birthday with spiritual rites, public event later

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II turned 76 on May 6, 2026, observing the day with traditional soul consecration at Manhyia Palace rather than public celebration. A public event to mark the milestone has been scheduled for May 10, 2026.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Asantehene urges completion of Boankra Logistics Terminal for jobs

    The Asantehene says completion of the Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal is necessary for job creation across the youth and the catchment area, and warns that halting the project will cause financial loss to the government.

    5 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Otumfuo urges GPHA to complete Boankra port project urgently

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on the Mahama government and stakeholders to ensure completion of the Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal to avoid wasting public funds and maintain investor confidence in Ghana's infrastructure capabilities. He expressed concern that project neglect could erode investor trust and undermine employment and investment opportunities.

    5 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 4 May

  1. Asantehene honours mining entrepreneur Angela List

    The CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, Angela List, was honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment, receiving a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures for contributions to national security and socio-economic advancement.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Asantehene honours mining entrepreneur Angela List with gold coin

    The CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, Angela List, was honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment, receiving a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures. List dedicated the award to her more than 3,000 workers across mining companies operating in Ghana, Niger, Mali and Liberia.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Asantehene honours mining CEO Angela List at enstoolment ceremony

    Angela List, CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, has been honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment. She received a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures for contributions to socio-economic advancement.

    4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Sunday 3 May

  1. Asantehene praises KGL Group as model Ghanaian enterprise

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II hailed KGL Group and its Executive Chairman Alex Apau Dadey as an exemplary indigenous Ghanaian enterprise during a coronation anniversary dinner in Kumasi, citing the company's completion of a mental health facility at KNUST's medical school and its payment of GHc 153 million in taxes this year.

    3 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Warri Queen praises Asantehene at 27th anniversary celebration

    The Queen of Warri Kingdom, Ivie Atuwatse III, attended the 27th Coronation Anniversary of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at Manhyia Palace, where she praised his leadership and cultural preservation. Ogiame Atuwatse III also received the Pillar of Peace Award for his commitment to unity and cultural preservation.

    29 April 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 28 April

  1. President Mahama hails Asantehene's 27 years of leadership

    President John Dramani Mahama has described Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a national asset whose peace mediation skills have helped restore peace in Dagbon and Bawku over his 27-year reign. Mahama praised the Asantehene's sacrifice of time, energy and resources in service to the nation.

    28 April 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Prophet Uche receives Otumfuo Gold Medal for peace work

    Prophet Eric Boahen Uche, founder of Reign House Chapel International, has been honoured with the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal in recognition of his commitment to peace, unity and global development. The award was presented at a high-profile international dinner at Manhyia Palace as part of the 27th anniversary celebrations of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II on the Golden Stool.

    28 April 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Otumfuo honours Prophet Uche at coronation anniversary event

    Prophet Eric Boahen Uche, General Overseer of Reign House Chapel, received the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal at a Diaspora engagement event marking Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's 27th coronation anniversary, held at Manhyia Palace and organised by E ON 3 Group in collaboration with the Diaspora Affairs Office.

    28 April 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 27 April

  1. Mahama shares tolerance and dialogue values with Asantehene

    Deputy Chief of Staff Nana Oye Bampoe Addo said President Mahama shares values of tolerance, dialogue and inclusion with Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, representing the President at the Asantehene's 27th anniversary celebration in Kumasi. She highlighted that the President believes democracy must create space for all citizens, including those with opposing opinions.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Asantehene honours McDan with gold medal for business contributions

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has awarded business magnate Daniel McKorley the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal in recognition of his contributions to business, job creation and community development. The honour was presented at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball held at Manhyia Palace as part of celebrations marking the Asantehene's 27th coronation anniversary.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Asantehene marks 27 years, urges unity amid partisan politics

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, marked his 27th enstoolment anniversary at Manhyia Palace, warning that the adversarial nature of politics threatens Ghana's civility and brotherliness. He presented commemorative gold coins to President Mahama and former Presidents Kufuor and Akufo-Addo, as well as former Vice-President Bawumia, recognizing their contributions to the nation's peace architecture.

    27 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Sunday 26 April

  1. Otumfuo commends KGL Group's Alex Daddey for Ghana development

    Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II praised Alex Appau Daddey and KGL Group as an outstanding Ghanaian enterprise, highlighting the company's construction of a mental health facility, payment of GH₵153 million in taxes this year, and sponsorship support. Otumfuo also commended other Ghanaian businesses including Sir Sam Jonah's for contributing to national development across various sectors.

    26 April 2026 · Joy Online

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