The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has paid a formal visit to the palace of the newly enstooled Asantehemaa, Her Majesty Nana Yaa Akyiaa II, to officially welcome her following her ascension to the revered stool.

Videos sighted by GhanaWeb on July 10, 2026, show the Asantehene arriving at the palace in the company of traditional leaders and members of his entourage, where he was received with cheers from a large crowd.

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The highlight of the visit was the warm exchange between the two monarchs. Otumfuo embraced the Asantehemaa upon meeting her, and the pair shared a brief conversation that left the Queen Mother beaming with smiles.

The videos also captured the Asantehene greeting and shaking hands with the maidens serving the Asantehemaa before proceeding with the customary visit.

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The visit has been widely praised by admirers, who described it as a reflection of the close bond between the Asantehene and the Asantehemaa that reinforces the unity, continuity, and strength of the traditional leadership of the Asante Kingdom under the Golden Stool.

Watch the videos below:

His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II warmly welcomed Asantehemaa Nana Yaa Akyaa II in a beautiful display of royal tradition and respect.

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Following today’s Kumasi Traditional Council meeting, His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II paid a visit to the Palace of Her Majesty Asantehemaa Nana Yaa Akyiaa II to formally welcome her following her enstoolment.

The visit reflected the deep bond between the Asantehene and the… pic.twitter.com/eJ0cUxWbfX

— The Asante Nation (@Asante_nation) July 9, 2026