Nana Adu Domfeh Daabuo Swears Allegiance to Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as Nwamase Adomanyahene

Nana Adu Domfeh Daabuo has sworn allegiance to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as the Nwamase Adomanyahene during a meeting of the Kumasi Traditional Council. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Manhyia Palace on Thursday, October 22, 2026, marking a significant moment in the traditional governance structure of the Ashanti Kingdom.

The ceremony was held during a sitting of the Kumasi Traditional Council, the body responsible for advising the Asantehene on traditional matters and overseeing the affairs of the Kumasi Traditional Area. Nana Adu Domfeh Daabuo’s swearing of allegiance formalises his position as the Nwamase Adomanyahene and affirms his loyalty to the Asantehene as the paramount ruler of the Ashanti Kingdom.

Such ceremonies are deeply rooted in Ashanti tradition and culture, symbolising the mutual obligations between the Asantehene and his sub-chiefs. The new chief is expected to serve as a custodian of tradition, promote development in his area of jurisdiction, and support the Asantehene in the administration of the traditional area. The event was attended by other chiefs, elders, and members of the Kumasi Traditional Council.

The Manhyia Palace has been the scene of several such ceremonies in recent months as the Asantehene continues to strengthen the traditional governance structure. The installation and swearing-in of sub-chiefs are important for maintaining order and ensuring that traditional authority is properly exercised at all levels. Nana Adu Domfeh Daabuo’s new role will see him contribute to the governance of the Nwamase area under the overall authority of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

As the new Nwamase Adomanyahene takes up his duties, stakeholders in the Ashanti Region will be watching to see how he contributes to the development of his area and the preservation of Ashanti cultural heritage. The ceremony at Manhyia Palace serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of traditional institutions in Ghana’s governance and social fabric.