Kumasi: President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday joined Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, and the Asanteman, to mourn the Asantehemaa Nana Ama Konadu Yiadom III, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. The President signed a book of condolence opened in honour of the late Asantehemaa.
According to Ghana News Agency, President Mahama in his tribute expressed the collective grief of the nation. He stated, "On behalf of the Government and People of Ghana, we extend our sincere condolences to his Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and the entire Asante Kingdom on the passing of descendant of Nana Yaa Asantewaa our dear Queen Mother Nana Konadu Yiadom." He emphasized the unity in grief and solidarity with the chiefs and people of Ashanti.
The tribute coincided with the conclusion of the four-day funeral rites for the late Asantehemaa, which commenced on Monday, September 15. The funeral drew a number of dignitaries, including former President John Agyekum Kufuor, former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia and his wife, Samira Bawumia, as well as former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings.
