President Mahama is seen here exchanging pleasantries with the Asantehene
President John Dramani Mahama shared a moment of mutual respect and camaraderie with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, during the customary and traditional burial rites of the late Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II.
The moment, which was captured in a viral video on X, showed a brief exchange of pleasantries between the two distinguished figures during the Dɔte Yie on Monday, June 9, 2025.
The funeral rites commenced on Friday, June 7, 2025, with the widowhood rite, known as Adwaredeɛ, which involved the presentation of articles on behalf of the Omanhene’s widow, Oheneyere Gyimah Kesse, to the Bretuo Royal Family.
The first two days of the Dɔte Yie saw leading political figures in the country, including former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, and traditional rulers from across the country, paying their last respects to the late occupant of the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom.
Daasebre Osei Bonsu, who was born on December 31, 1939, passed away at age 86 after reigning for 26 years as Mamponghene. His passing marked the end of a distinguished era of leadership within the Asante traditional hierarchy.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, graced the final day of the funeral rites to honour the occupant of the Silver Stool of the Asanteman.
Watch the video below:
President John Dramani Mahama exchanges pleasantries with Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at Mamponghene dote yie. #theasantenation #mamponghenedoteyie
📹: Sampa Traditional Council pic.twitter.com/NgbS3MrsMU
— The Asante Nation (@Asante_nation) June 9, 2025
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