Oheneba Kwame Kyeretwie: Otumfuo's Son Admitted to Wesleyan University in US to Study Astronomy

• Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's son, Oheneba Kwame Kyeretwie, graduated from DPS International on Saturday, June 21, 2025
• Seeking a career in astronomy, Kwame Kyeretwie is set to pursue further studies at Wesleyan University in the US
• Kyeretwie's graduation and the announcement of his admission to the US university have excited his admirers

Oheneba Nana Kwame Kyeretwie Osei Tutu, son of the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, will pursue further education in the US after graduating from high school.

Kwame Kyeretwie, the youngest of Otumfuo's children with his wife, Lady Julia, has reportedly been admitted to Wesleyan University in the US to pursue undergraduate studies in astronomy.

The social media platform Asante Nation announced the young man's admission while celebrating his graduation.

The post suggested that Kyeretwie's choice to study abroad was based on the fact that his choice of programme is not offered by any university in Ghana.

"Currently, there is no public university in Ghana that offers Astronomy as a program. Traditional universities are now getting involved academically, but don’t yet offer full degrees in astronomy. KNUST (Kumasi) hosted the first national Astronomy & Space Science Conference in November 2023, signalling growing student interest," the post explained.

See Asante Nation's post below:

While YEN.com.gh cannot independently verify the reported admission of Kwame Kyeretwie to Wesleyan University, a check on his graduating class' Instagram page confirms his interest in pursuing astronomy as his major.

Otumfuo's son graduates from DPS in style

Oheneba Kwame Kyeretwie graduated from the Delhi Public School (DPS) International in Tema on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

The graduation ceremony became a grand occasion as Kyeretwie's father, mother, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, sister Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem, and other prominent people graced the ceremony.

Otumfuo's entourage arrived in Accra on the private jet and moved to the ceremony in a convoy of luxurious vehicles while Kyeretwie rode in a Rolls-Royce for his graduation.

The head prefect of his school, Otumfuo's son, delivered a speech at the graduation to much applause from those present.

In his speech, he urged his fellow graduates to be mindful of where they have been and where they are going. He also thanked his parents for their support.

"I want to thank my mother and my father, my first and primary support system. The two individuals have contributed to who I am today since my first day in the school. [They are] the people whose words and actions echo in my mind, the main examples when I need reference, the main confidence when I need guidance. I'm so thankful to have had you as my first guides throughout this journey," he said to applause in the auditorium.

Watch Kwame Kyeretwie's speech below:

Reactions to Otumfuo's son's graduation and admission

Oheneba Kwame Kyeretwie's graduation and the announcement of his admission to the US university have sparked massive congratulations for him online. YEN.com.gh gathered some of the messages below.

Franco Anokye said:

"Astronomy is the study of stars and heavenly bodies. Congratulations 👏 on your academic success. Asanteman and Ghana is looking forward to seeing you climb the academic ladder excellently."

Chelsea Nana Agyei-sikapa said:

"I knew he was not going to continue in Gh …Go and spread the gospel of Asanteman to the whole ewiase..greatness awaits you my prince."

Jonathan Adutwum said:

"Oheneba, our Prince, go and soar higher and make Asanteman proud. We are all supporting you with prayers.Go and take what belongs to you✌️💤"

Agnes Darboh said:

"Congratulations, Prince Nana Kwame. May our almighty God bless you and give you long life and good health, Amen 🙏 ❤️."

Faad Jery Mohammed said:

"Can we have a king and at the same time a President in Ghana? Because I think this young man fits that portfolio."

Background on Wesleyan University and it's Astronomy program

Wesleyan University was established in 1831 in Middletown, Connecticut, and has one of the oldest and most distinctive liberal arts astronomy programs in the U.S. When astronomy was first introduced as part of the Wesleyan curriculum, Professor Augustus William Smith paired it with mathematics. In 1836, when the college acquired the largest telescope in America, a 6″ telescope, it was part of astronomy education. The Van Vleck Observatory has a 20″ refractor telescope and a modern 24″ Perkins reflector telescope and opened in 1915 as a facility for teaching and research. The Van Vleck Observatory was dedicated on July 5, 1916.

The astronomy program with a six-faculty team offers both BA and combined BA/MS options. Students engage directly in research in fields such as star formation, exoplanets, X-ray astronomy, and work with data from major facilities like ALMA, Hubble, and Chandra X-ray Observatory. They will observe with Wesleyan's telescopes and may travel to partner observatories, including Kitt Peak. Many students are accepted into leading graduate programs or to work in academia, technology, or other sectors after their undergraduate studies.

In regard to Ghanaian graduates, there is nothing in the public sphere indicating any prominent Ghanaian attended Wesleyan's astronomy program. Once again, the department profiles and news archives do not seem to mention Ghanaian students specifically, and per searches, there seemed to be no alumni.

Otumfuo's son dazzles at DPS 2025 prom

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Kwame Kyeretwie had attended the DPS International Ghana's 2025 prom and leavers' dinner event.

The handsome young man made a grand entrance at the event in a Rolls-Royce Cullinan alongside his beautiful date.

Otumfuo's son's appearance at the prom and leavers' dinner triggered mixed reactions from Ghanaians on social media

Source: YEN.com.gh