The Manhyia Palace in Kumasi was a hub of joy and celebration on May 7, 2025, as the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, welcomed his cherished granddaughter, Amma Prempeh, in a commemorative convocation on his 75th birthday.

It is, however, noteworthy to state that the birthday of the Asantehene fell on May 6, but was openly celebrated on a traditionally significant day (Awukudae), which fell on May 7.

“Awukudae which falls on the mid of the 40-day month on the traditional Ashanti calendar is set aside to serve the Asantehene,” Nana Akurogu Ameyaw Santamire II, Asantehene’s Kentehene, told GhanaWeb in an exclusive interview on May, 9, 2025.

Amidst the vibrant gathering of royal family members, a particularly touching moment unfolded with the surprise arrival of his beloved granddaughter, Amma Prempeh, who is also a distinguished BBC journalist and the producer of Ghana's first Kente culture story documentary - "The Importance of Kente to Ghanaians and Black Africans."

Amma Prempeh's visit, timed to coincide with the traditional Awukudae observance, was a heartfelt homage to the revered monarch of the Ashantis.

"Grandpa wasn't expecting me in Ghana, so he was very happy and surprised about my visit," shared an excited Amma Prempeh.

Her visit culminated in a formal presentation of a unique commemorative gift – a $25,000 Jeffrey Okyere Agyei’s Sankofa Kente artwork - which is a picture of the artwork which was framed with one of Amma Prempeh’s award, ‘Yaa Asantewaa Women of Valor’.

The colourful gathering also offered Amma Prempeh the opportunity to brief the Asantehene on her widely acclaimed documentary about the royal fabric, 'Kente,' which has been screened across the Americas and Europe.

Her detailed presentation earned the delighted applause of her beloved grandfather, showcasing the Asantehene’s pride in her accomplishments.

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