Agogohene Nana Akuoko Sarpong’s funeral to take place from November 24 to 26

The final funeral rites for the late Agogohene, Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong will take from from November 24 to 26.

President John Dramani Mahama, former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and other dignitaries are expected to attend.

According to an official announcement by the Agogo Traditional Council, the three-day funeral, traditionally known as Dotie Yie, will take place from November 24 to 26, 2026, at the Kyei and Ofori Krobron Stool Palace at Agogo in Asante Akyem.

The funeral is expected to attract a large gathering of traditional rulers, political leaders, government officials, religious authorities, security personnel, diplomats and other stakeholders to pay their last respects to the late traditional ruler.

Thursday, November 26, the final day of the observances, is expected to attract the Asantehene and other prominent members of the Asanteman, alongside the President, former Presidents, ministers of state and other senior government officials.

The announcement, signed by Nana Kwame Nti, Krontihene of the Agogo Traditional Council outlines a three-day programme with designated periods for various groups and institutions to pay their respects.

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On Tuesday, November 24, religious bodies, clergy, the Muslim community, churches, diplomats, the Council of State, political parties, the Municipal Assembly, heads of departments, corporate institutions, non-governmental organisations, private unions, associations and members of the general public are expected to participate.

Wednesday, November 25, will be dedicated to the National and Regional Houses of Chiefs, security agencies in Asante Akyem North, the Ghana Armed Forces, Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Immigration Service, state-owned enterprises, educational institutions, old students' associations and the general public.

The final day's programme will bring the funeral observances to a close with the expected participation of the Asantehene and other senior traditional authorities, alongside the country's political leadership and distinguished guests.

The first two days will have morning sessions from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and afternoon sessions from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. On Thursday, the morning session will run from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., while the afternoon session will end at 5:00 p.m.

Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong is being honoured for his years of service to Asanteman and Ghana. The Agogo Traditional Council described his life as one dedicated to the service of the traditional area and the nation.

The Council has urged prospective visitors and dignitaries to make the necessary arrangements ahead of the funeral, with all official RSVPs to be channelled through designated representatives.