Okomfo Akuatia Shares Why She Gave Up Her Music Ambitions To Become a Priestess, Video Causes Stir

• A new video of a popular traditional priestess who attended the Asantehemaa’s funeral has gone viral
• Akuatia shared details on when she became a priestess and opened up about her ambitions before being chosen for the role
• Netizens who took to the comment section of the video have shared varied opinions on the disclosures made by the traditional priestess

Okomfo Akuatia, who rose to instant fame after capturing the attention of many with her rare appearance at Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III's four-day funeral (Dote Yie) in Kumasi, has finally spoken up.

The 23-year-old, whose real name is Nana Afia Sika, in an interview with GHPage TV, indicated that her father was initially against the idea of her becoming a traditional priestess after she became possessed at the age of four.

She explained that her father's resistance stemmed mainly from plans for her to relocate abroad.

The young traditional priestess also confessed that she, too, was initially reluctant to embrace the role, adding that her lifelong dream was to become a professional singer in the future.

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“It got to a point where they tried to ensure I was not made a traditional priestess. Due to this, the deity worked against my mother’s finances as a form of punishment. When I was possessed by the deity, I was initially against it because I was good at singing and hoped to grow up to become a musician.”

When asked by the interviewer about her intention to settle down one day and start a family, Okomfo Akuatia disclosed that marriage was not part of her plans.

She, however, added that in the event she decided to marry, Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II would have to be made aware, so a specific rite could be performed.

Akuatia was among many traditional priests and priestesses who attended the four-day Dote Yie of the Asantehemaa to pay their last respects.

Notable among them at the event included Kwaku Bonsam.

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At the time of writing the report, the video had racked in over 5,000 likes and 2,000 comments.

Watch the interview below:

Reactions to Akuatia's abandoned music ambition discloure

Social media users who thronged the comment section of the video were left in awe, with many praising her.

Yaw Dwarkwaa stated:

"Speak to a pastor my dear sister."

Forex-oracle commented:

“This young lady is going through a lot… God, I surrender this beautiful soul under your guidance.”

Obaanyarko stated:

“She has never been in the church before. Parents, please let’s pray for our kids and let them know God from an early age.”

Dr C.J reacted:

“So none of Osei Tutu's children is possessed by any bosom spirit. Yesu is watching over everything oo yooo.”

JAY MUSIC added:

“This generation and confidence paa de3. Akua Tia sef has never been interviewed before. But this era, wo yɛ dɛn yɛbɛ interview.”

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Kwaku Bonsam stopped from greeting Otumfuo

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Ghanaian spiritual leader Nana Kwaku Bonsam could not hide his frustration over an incident that happened during the Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III's four-day funeral.

This came after he was stopped from greeting the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

Speaking in an interview, he expressed his disappointment, blaming a security officer who stopped him when it was his turn to greet Otumfuo.

Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh