Otumfuo: Fans Alter Gospel Song's Lyrics to Worship Asantehene
- A video of a group of Ghanaians singing praises in honour of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has surfaced on social media
- The group sang a well-known gospel chorus but altered the lyrics to hail the great and mighty Asantehene
- The song choice has stoked a frenzy on social media as Ghanaians weigh in on the controversial moment
The Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has courted attention on social media after a video of him dancing at the 7th Otumfuo Invitational Golf Tournament Dinner and Awards Night surfaced online.
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The 7th Otumfuo Invitational Golf Tournament Dinner and Awards Ceremony brought together golfers, dignitaries, and special guests to honour outstanding performances.
In a video sighted by YEN.com.gh, the esteemed monarch jumped on the dancefloor amidst cheers from some participants of the golfing event in Obuasi.
The group cheered him on by singing one of Ghana's widely patronised gospel choruses. The song came with its lyrics slightly altered to include Otumfuo's reign and enviable leadership as the Asantehene.
While scores of Ghanaians fell in love with the king's dance moves, some Christian purists expressed their concerns about the type of song being used to hail Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
Video of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II dancing is below
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Reactions to Otumfuo's gesture at Obuasi event
YEN.com.gh gathered a few comments from social media users.
Oyokoba Kwame SIKADWA said:
"It's not easy for men to gather around another man and praise him like that! Men aren’t easily convinced, and for men to do this for Otumfuo shows that his power comes from above! If this isn’t from above, then nothing else is
pope_019_sports wrote:
"Interestingly, when the people are literally referring to the words in the song to him, he rather raises his hands towards the heavens and God Almighty. That’s my great King." 👑
@PTA commented:
"Who else noticed Otumfour giving the Ɔsoro yɛ wode, Asase yɛ wo de part to GOD anytime it was sang? Respect Nana piaaaaaww🤭."
pastoramoantwi noted:
"Indeed, he is the king of the Ashantis but not de king of heaven and earth, 4 de king of kings is Jesus Christ. I'm happy our African king knows de King of kings is Jesus."
Tripp Moore 🤞 remarked:
"Hmmm, Ghana is very funny. Now we are putting the chief's name to replace God. Hmmm, u guys have to be careful."
Nana Ekua Ohenewaa Sally 💞 added:
"See how I'm smiling, this man is so humble, but some Ashantis make people insult him kwa."
Otumfuo issues stern warning to Kantanka's family
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Otumfuo had issued a stern warning to Apostle Kwadwo Safo's family during their visit to the Manhyia Palace.
In a video, he cautioned the family against any unnecessary drama as they went to inform him about the Kristo Asafo Mission leader's demise.
The Asantehene's subtle warning to the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo's family has triggered varying reactions from Ghanaians on social media.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
