Otumfuo Publicly Cautions New Kwamang Chief Against Chasing After Women In His Township, Video

Otumfuo Publicly Cautions New Kwamang Chief Against Chasing After Women In His Township, Video

  • Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is trending in a video after the new Kwamang chief swore his allegiance at the Manhyia Palace
  • The Asantehene praised the young chief for his good looks, but was quick to caution him not to take advantage of that to chase after ladies in the place he rules
  • Netizens who took to the comments section of the post have shared varied opinions on the beautiful ceremony

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It was a rich display of Asante culture at the Manhyia Palace when the newly installed Kwamang chief, Nana Debra Bediako Boateng II, swore the oath of allegiance to the Asantehene on October 16, 2025.

An incident at the event, which has everyone talking, occurred when the occupant of the Golden Stool made a few remarks.

Otumfuo, Osei Tutu II, Kwamanghene, Ghana, Kumasi, Ladies
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei TuTu II advises the new young chief. Photo credit: @Opemsuo Radio/Facebook, @Abrewanana Media/Facebook
Source: Facebook

Addressing his subjects at the grounds after Nana Debra Bediako Boateng II swore his allegiance, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II first praised the new chief, touching on his appearance, where he commended him for being handsome.

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He then admonished him not to dwell on his good looks to chase after women in the Kwamang township, where he serves as their chief.

Otumfuo also gave a brief history of Kwamang and admonished the new chief to remain humble, endeavouring to serve his people.

Mamponghene's successor chosen

The Queen Mother of Asante Mampong has meanwhile named a nominee to succeed the late Mamponghemaa Daasebre Osei Bonsu II.

The newly nominated king, Nana Osei Bonsu, was officially introduced after a traditional council meeting on October 13, 2025.

The chief elect was then carried shoulder high and shown to his people

Otumfuo, Osei Tutu II, Kwamanghene, Ghana, Kumasi, Ladies
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II addresses a gathering at Manhyia. Photo credit: @Opemsuo Radio/Facebook
Source: Facebook

In line with Asante customs, Nana Osei Bonsu will be presented to the Asantehene at Manhyia Palace, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, for approval, after which the nomination process will be completed.

At the time of writing, the video had garnered over 2,000 likes and 200 comments.

Watch the video below:

Reactions to Otumfuo's Advice to the Kwamanghene

Social media users who took to the comments section of the video shared opinions on the admonition from the Asantehene to the newly installed Kwamanghene.

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De-Joy Properties commented:

"Otumfuo sees from afar, he definitely knows the guy will do ‘mmaa sem paa’."

Brempong commented:

"In 2025, this should not be happening in a golden kingdom. Please get great builders to come and build a grand open space for these kinds of meetings. Standing in the rain is not honorable at all."

Official Kojo Merciful opined:

"This man called Otumfuo is very sensible. I will worship him till the end of the world."

Solutions Added commented:

"When you swear allegiance and say nsuomuoo 3wiamuo and you want to leave the presence of Otumfuo because it's raining."

Wonderful opined:

"Ashanti doesn't joke when it comes to tradition... God bless you."


Otumfuo Informed about Daddy Lumba’s demise

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Otumfuo has officially been notified about Daddy Lumba’s demise.

The head of Daddy Lumba’s family, Kofi Owusu, visited the Manhyia Palace to officially inform the King that Daddy Lumba was no more.

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Otumfuo gave Daddy Lumba's family permission to proceed with the funeral arrangements and asked to be kept informed of the decisions made.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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Philip Boateng Kessie (Head of Human Interest Desk) Philip Boateng Kessie started writing for YEN.com.gh in 2022 and is the Head of the Human Interest desk. He has over six years of experience in journalism and graduated from the University of Cape Coast in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. Philip previously served as a reporter for Graphic Communications Group Limited (GCGL) and as a content writer for Scooper News. He has a certificate in Google News Initiative News Lab courses in Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation. Email: philip.kessie@yen.com.gh.