A Grand Farewell: Otumfuo, Akufo-Addo, and Thousands Bid Final Goodbye to Akyempimhene
Asante Kingdom Honors Akyempimhene Oheneba Adusei Poku for Over Four Decades of Service
- Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, President Akufo-Addo, and other dignitaries join thousands in Kumasi to mourn the late Akyempimhene
- The three-day "dote yie" ceremony pays tribute to Oheneba Adusei Poku's 42 years of dedicated service to Manhyia
- Shops in Adum closed as a mark of respect
The final rites of the late Akyempimhene, Oheneba Adusei Poku, reached a poignant conclusion as Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, President Nana Akufo-Addo, and a host of dignitaries gathered in Kumasi to pay their respects.
Alongside Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who led a New Patriotic Party delegation, former President John Agyekum Kufuor and other notable figures joined thousands in mourning the royal.
The three-day “dote yie” burial ceremony paid tribute to the late Akyempimhene, who served Manhyia for 42 years.
Shops in Kumasi’s bustling Adum district closed in honor of his legacy, underscoring his profound impact on the community.
As the final interment ceremony approaches tonight, cultural historian Teacher Sarfo Kantanka highlighted the significance of the rites, noting their role in preserving the Asante royal heritage.
Oheneba Adusei Poku’s legacy endures, a lasting tribute to his years of service. May his soul rest in peace.
