Also known as: Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II · Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II · Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene · His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II · Asantehene Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II · His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II · Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene · the Asantehene · His Royal Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II · King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II · His Royal Majesty King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II — Asantehene who advocates for maternal healthcare, infrastructure investment, and cultural heritage preservation in Ghana.
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has commended Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Ashanti Regional Police Command and the IGP’s Special Operations Team (SOT) for what he described as their commitment to fighting crime and improving security across the c …
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie and other dignitaries at the event in Manhyia Palace THE CHIEF Justice, His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has lauded traditional leaders for the invaluable roles that they have played over the years to maintain peace, law a …
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, received a delegation from the Dagbon Traditional Council, which formally informed him of the passing of Ya-Na Abukari II, the Overlord of Dagbon. …
… The Chief Justice made the remarks in Kumasi at a lecture held under the distinguished patronage of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as part of activities marking the 150th anniversary of the Supreme Court of Ghana. …
… Speaking in Kumasi at a lecture held under the distinguished patronage of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as part of activities marking the 150th anniversary of the Supreme Court of Ghana, the Chief Justice said the two institutions remain united by a shared commitment to j …
The Ashanti Car Dealers Association has appealed to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to intervene in what they describe as the unfair treatment by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) of its members operating along the roadside from Ahodwo Roundabout to Santasi Roundabout. …
The Ashanti Car Dealers Association has appealed to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to intervene in what they describe as the unfair treatment by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) of its members operating along the roadside from Ahodwo Roundabout to Santasi Roundabout. …
… The appeal was made during the 150th Anniversary Lecture Series of the Supreme Court, held at the Manhyia Palace under the auspices of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene. …
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has reaffirmed that under Ashanti customary law, allodial ownership of land in Asanteman is vested exclusively in the stools and held in trust for the Golden Stool, insisting that no family or individual can claim allodial title to land in th …
Amma Prempeh, a Ghanaian journalist and Kente Ambassador, has called for Ghana to move beyond celebrating kente's recent international visibility and invest in infrastructure to support growing demand. She argues that while high-profile events like an international wedding and a royal celebration in Washington have boosted kente's profile globally, the country's production capacity—particularly among weavers at Bonwire in the Ashanti Region—may not be sufficient for large international orders.
Amma Prempeh, a Ghanaian journalist and Kente Ambassador, has called for Ghana to move beyond celebrating kente's recent international visibility and invest in infrastructure to support growing demand. She argues that while high-profile events like an international wedding and a royal celebration in Washington have boosted kente's profile globally, the country's production capacity—particularly among weavers at Bonwire in the Ashanti Region—may not be sufficient for large international orders.
The Ghana Journalists Association's Ashanti Regional chapter has launched the 2025 Ashanti GJA Excellence Awards, open to all media practitioners in the region for works published or broadcast during 2025. The awards include two divisions covering eight news categories plus special honours for veteran journalists and the regional journalist of the year.
The Asantehemaa, Nana Yaa Akyaa II, welcomed the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, following his return from the United States, where he attended the 6th Akwasidae Festival at Bowie State University in Maryland that brought together traditional leaders, royals and members of the Ghanaian diaspora. Thousands of Kumasi residents lined principal streets dressed in traditional Asante colours to give the Asantehene a rousing welcome.
Residents of Kumasi lined the principal streets to give Otumfuo Osei Tutu II a rousing welcome following his return from the United States, where he attended high-profile engagements including the Akwasidae celebration. Security was deployed to manage traffic as crowds dressed in traditional Asante colours waved flags and cheered.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, told Howard University students that relegating African culture to entertainment undermines development and governance. Culture encompasses language, morality, law, spirituality and political philosophy—not merely dance, food and ceremony—and defines how societies understand identity and life's key moments.
The 6th Akwasidae USA Festival was held at Bowie State University in Maryland, featuring the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, displays of Bonwire Kente, and performances blending Ghanaian and foreign music. The event drew royals, dignitaries, and members of the Ghanaian diaspora to celebrate Asante heritage and tradition.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore and his wife joined Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and members of the Ghanaian community in the United States for an Akwasidae celebration at Bowie State University. The event celebrated Asante cultural heritage with hundreds of Ghanaian community members from across the United States participating in traditional observances that honour ancestors, the Asantehene, and the Golden Stool.
Denise Owusu-Ansah, a Ghanaian artist based in the United States, has presented a multiple-view portrait painting of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. The artwork was unveiled in the United States and described as a creative tribute blending innovation with cultural reverence; the Asantehene's response was marked by multiple blessings.
President Mahama, speaking at the Africa Business Investment Summit in Washington, D.C., reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to positioning itself as a strategic investment destination and gateway to Africa, emphasizing the country's economic transformation agenda anchored on macroeconomic stability, productive capacity, and job creation.
The Hollywood and Africa Prestigious Awards will hold its 10th anniversary celebration from October 7 to 9, 2026, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. The event will include an African Showcase, Creator's Night, and King's Night, serving as a cultural and economic bridge to project Ghana's heritage globally.
The clearing of the 200-kilometre Accra-Kumasi expressway's right-of-way is nearly finished with less than 20 kilometres remaining, Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza announced. Once completed, actual construction works will commence immediately.
Roads Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza says less than 20 kilometres of clearing work remains before the Accra-Kumasi Expressway connects to Kumasi, with contractor Kofi Job Construction Limited back on site making progress toward completion.
Ghana's Roads and Highways Minister says less than 20 kilometres of clearing work remains on the Accra-Kumasi Expressway project before it reaches Kumasi and links with the Kumasi Ring Road. The flagship project aims to improve connectivity between Ghana's two largest cities and boost economic activity along the corridor.
Ghana's maternal mortality ratio has improved from 943 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 234 in 2023, but remains above the WHO benchmark of fewer than 70 deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030. President Mahama's government has made reducing maternal mortality a national priority, viewing preventable pregnancy and childbirth complications as a critical health challenge.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has endorsed REFFA, a film festival and awards programme founded by Ghanaian producer and actress Selassie Ibrahim, designed to bridge producers and consumers while reviving the film industry through cross-border collaborations with Nigeria's Nollywood.
President Mahama has expressed hope that Bawku will regain its position as a major commercial hub if peace is sustained, noting that the cessation of conflict has created an opportunity for residents and businesses to return. He commended traditional rulers and residents for contributing to the prevailing peace and said restoration of peace is critical to rebuilding confidence and attracting professionals and businesses back to the area.
Professor Nick Ossei-Gerning, a consultant cardiologist, has been installed as the new Effiduasehene, succeeding the late Nana Adu Ameyaw who died in January 2026 after a 35-year reign. The 61-year-old chief took the oath of allegiance at an installation ceremony in the Ashanti region.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has called for urgent and pragmatic measures to reduce maternal deaths in Ghana, describing the loss of women during childbirth as unacceptable in the 21st century. He urged health workers to demonstrate commitment in providing maternal healthcare and called on pregnant women to attend antenatal clinics regularly and adhere to medical advice.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called for renewed efforts to secure funding to complete the Boankra Integrated Inland Port, warning that further delays could expose the state to significant financial losses. The Ghana Shippers' Authority delegation sought his continued advocacy for government commitment to complete at least the first phase and make it operational.
Ghanaian musician Kojo Antwi presented copies of his memoir to Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and pledged to launch his next album at Manhyia Palace. The memoir, Mr Music Man: The Journey, chronicles his life and decades-long career in Ghana's entertainment industry.
The Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation has donated 600 mattresses to Sefwi Wiawso Senior High School, the Asantehene's alma mater, to furnish a dormitory and improve welfare for boarding students. The foundation said the gesture demonstrates the Asantehene's commitment to promoting quality education in Ghana.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on the Ghana Revenue Authority to intensify public education on tax obligations and extend engagement to informal workers such as artisans, masons, hairdressers, and barbers to expand the revenue base and support national development.
Ghana's Revenue Authority is implementing certified electronic fiscal devices (EFDs) at retail points of sale to automatically record transactions, calculate VAT, and report to the GRA in real-time, aiming to close a compliance gap currently at approximately 40%. The GRA mobilised over 80 million cedis in the first half of the year with an end-of-year target of over 170 million cedis.
The Ghana Revenue Authority reports that deployment of its Publican AI system has boosted customs revenue to GH¢6.1 billion in July 2026, up from an average of about GH¢4 billion monthly before full implementation in April 2026. Commissioner-General Anthony Sarpong said the increase represents an additional GH¢2.1 billion in July and reflects customs reforms aimed at improving valuation of imported goods.
The Asantehene has called on the Ghana Revenue Authority to intensify efforts to bring informal sector workers and businesses into the tax system to increase domestic revenue. He suggested that informal sector groups such as hairdressers, mechanics and drivers could be encouraged to form cooperatives to make integration into the tax system easier.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has told Chief Directors of Regional Coordinating Councils that the success of Ghana's decentralisation policy depends on them, as they coordinate Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies and must translate government policies into visible improvements in water, electricity, and roads for citizens.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has amicably settled land disputes among five communities in the Kwabre enclave of Ashanti region, demarcating boundaries using natural landmarks including rivers and trees. The ruling was made at a Kumasi Traditional Council meeting, with affected chiefs accepting the verdict.
A visitor to Toronto found Ghanaian cultural influence throughout the city, particularly following Ghana's World Cup match victory against Panama at the Toronto stadium. The newly inaugurated Sankofa Square, unveiled by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II before the opening match, was witnessed by over 5,000 people including Canadian dignitaries and Ghanaians in the diaspora, celebrating Ghanaian heritage.
The Chief of Staff, representing President Mahama at the investiture of KNUST's 13th Vice-Chancellor, reaffirmed government commitment to strengthening collaboration with the university to advance research, innovation and entrepreneurship that translate into practical solutions, job creation, and improvements to Ghanaian livelihoods.