Kufuor Joins Otumfuo To Mourn, Attends Asantehemaa’s 1-Week Observance, Video
- Former President John Kufuor, despite his health challenges, attended the one-week observance for the late Asantehemaa
- Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh also showed solidarity at the event, honouring the late Nana Konadu Yiadom II’s memory
- Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, officially announced Nana Konadu’s passing at a recent Asanteman Council meeting
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor and Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh were seen arriving at the Manhyia Palace for the one-week observance of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom II.
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In a video spotted by YEN.com.gh, the 86-year-old former President Kufuor was seen arriving at the event in a wheelchair, prompting concerns and tributes from Ghanaians.
Despite his health challenges, the former leader was present to honour the memory of the late Asantehemaa, a revered figure in the Ashanti Kingdom.
Dr Opoku Prempeh, the vice-presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party for the 2024 elections, also attended the event to show respect and solidarity with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and the Ashanti people.
YEN.com.gh had reported that the Asante monarch had officially announced the passing of Nana Konadu at an Asanteman Council meeting at the Manhyia Palace on August 11, 2025.
Watch the video of former President Kufuor arriving at the Manhyia Palace below:
Appiah Stadium reacts to Asantehemaa's death
Meanwhile, controversial political commentator Appiah Stadium has reacted to the passing of Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III.
In an emotional interview with a Ghanaian media outlet, he rebuked a journalist for not wearing appropriate attire.
The staunch NDC supporter emphasised the need for respect and attire that matched the somber mood at the Manhyia Palace.
Appiah Stadium expressed his condolences to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and the Ashanti Kingdom, calling the queen mother's death a significant loss for Ghana and the world.
Who was Nana Konadu Yiadom III?
The 98-year-old Nana Konadu Yiadom III, who reigned for eight years, died on Thursday, August 7, 2025. She was born in 1927.
Her father was known as Opanin Kofi Fofie, popularly known as Koofie or Keewuo, a carpenter by profession from Besease near Atimatim in Kumasi.
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Nana Konadu Yiadom III, at the age of 90, took over the throne from Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II in 2017.
Nana Konadu Yiadom III was the elder sister of Otumfuo Osei Tutu and the daughter of Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II, who sadly passed away at age 109 on November 15, 2016.
She reigned as Asantehemaa for 39 years and news of her passing has sparked nationwide mourning.
Nana Konadu Yiadom III celebrates Otumfuo’s birthday
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that three months ago, Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III had visited Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia Palace to mark his 75th birthday.
The queen mother presented gifts and joined in the celebration, which included cutting a large cake in honour of the revered king, who had just returned from abroad to a big welcome.
Source: YEN.com.gh
