Asantehemaa Honours Otumfuo with Grand Visit and Gifts on His 75th Birthday

In a regal show of tradition and affection, Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III paid a royal visit to Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia Palace to celebrate his 75th birthday. The visit marked a significant cultural moment, as the Queenmother of the Ashanti Kingdom presented heartfelt gifts and participated in the ceremonial birthday celebration for the revered monarch.

The Queenmother arrived with a dignified entourage of elders, maidens, and courtiers, bearing a truckload of symbolic gifts, including foodstuffs and items of cultural importance. The visit was crowned with the cutting of a large birthday cake, symbolizing unity and longevity in the Ashanti royal household.

Otumfuo, who turned 75 on May, 2025, had recently returned from a month-long trip abroad. His arrival was met with a jubilant welcome at the Prempeh International Airport, where crowds gathered to witness his iconic Adowa dance—an expressive gesture of gratitude and strength.

Upon his return, the King first visited the residence of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, paying his respects before officially resuming his royal duties at the Manhyia Palace. The warm exchange between the Asantehene and Asantehemaa underscored their enduring bond and the deep-rooted customs of the Ashanti royal lineage.

Ghanaians online joined in the celebration, showering Otumfuo with messages of goodwill, blessings, and admiration for his leadership and legacy.