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Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey

Also known as: Her Excellency, Honorable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey · Madam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey · Mrs. Botchwey · Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey · Honorable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey

Commonwealth official who expressed concern over migrant attacks in member states and proposed partnership with International Organization for Migration.

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  1. May 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has expressed concern over recent violent attacks against migrants from Commonwealth countries in some member states.

    Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey condemns attacks on migrants in member countries
  3. 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
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    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.

    Asantehene honours Angela List
  5. Joy Online

    Speaking before a distinguished audience that included former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey and the Olu of Warri, the Asantehene used his address to hold up KGL as a model

    “An Incredible Ghanaian Enterprise”: Asantehene hails KGL Group at coronation ball
  6. April 2026
  7. Daily Guide

    It also held a special moment of recognition for Her Excellency, Honorable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, in honour of her lifelong service and global impact.

    Warri Queen Eulogises Otumfuo’s Leadership
  8. Daily Guide

    Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations, in her remarks, highly praised the Asantehene for being a global icon for peace and unity during the last 27 years.

    Mahama Extols Otumfuo Over 27 Years Reign
  9. The Chronicle

    Among the dignitaries present was Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, who served as Special Guest of Honour.

    Otumfuo Honours Prophet Uche
  10. The Chronicle

    The other honourees included the leader of The New Force, Kwame Bediako; Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey; CEO of KGL Group, Alex Appau Dadey; Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin; and the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno.

    Otumfuo honours national leaders to mark 27th anniversary of enstoolment
  11. Joy Online

    Other honourees included former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Nana Kwame Bediako, leader of The New Force, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Alex Apau Dadey, Speaker Alban Bagbin, and Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno.

    Asantehene honours Prophet Uche with gold coin at 27th anniversary gala
  12. Joy Online

    Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, attended as Special Guest of Honour, reflecting the growing global recognition of the Asantehene’s role in peacebuilding.

    The world needs “leaders like Otumfuo” – Sam Jonah

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Commonwealth Secretary-General condemns migrant attacks in member states

    Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey expressed concern over violent attacks against migrants from Commonwealth countries, citing recent incidents in South Africa as particularly worrying. She said the Commonwealth plans to partner with the International Organization for Migration to help member states manage migration issues and support labour mobility.

    5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

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 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. 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. Asantehene honours national leaders on 27th enstoolment anniversary

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II marked the 27th anniversary of his enstoolment on the Golden Stool by honouring national leaders and prominent figures for their contributions to peace and stability. President John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Akufo-Addo were among awardees presented with commemorative gold coins for their roles in peacebuilding and national development.

    27 April 2026 · The Chronicle

Sunday 26 April

  1. Asantehene honours Prophet Uche at 27th anniversary gala

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, presented Prophet Eric Uche Boahen, founder of Reign House Chapel, with a commemorative gold coin at a World Meets in Ghana Executive Gala held at Manhyia Palace on April 24, 2026, recognising his contributions to spiritual development, youth empowerment, and community transformation. The event celebrated the monarch's 27th anniversary on the throne and brought together political, traditional, religious, and business figures.

    26 April 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 25 April

  1. Sam Jonah praises Asantehene's leadership model for global peace

    Sam Jonah, Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, has commended Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's leadership at a 27th anniversary gala in Kumasi, describing his commitment to dialogue and mediation as a credible alternative to confrontation-driven global politics and a model the world should emulate.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online

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