Ghana Turns 69: Otumfuo Attends Independence Day Event With Luxury Rolls-Royce, Video Evokes Joy
- The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has raised eyebrows at the 69th Independence Anniversary Celebration in South Africa
- The Asante king attended the event in a Rolls-Royce and was given a welcome befitting his status as occupant of the Golden Stool
- Back in Ghana, meanwhile, the 2026 Independence Day parade was held at the Jubilee House for its second year in succession
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Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the 16th king of the Asante Kingdom, warmed hearts at Ghana's 69th Independence Day celebration in South Africa on March 6, 2026.
The event, which was held at the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria, was well attended by dignitaries and other personalities as Ghana marked 69 years of independence.
Source: UGC
An adorable moment, sighted by YEN.com.gh on the Facebook page of Meye Asanteni, captured Otumfuo’s majestic arrival at the commission, where he received a royal welcome befitting his status as king.
He arrived at the event in an expensive Rolls-Royce and was welcomed by personnel of the Ghana High Commission.
Other chiefs present included Nana Essumegyamanhene, Nana Bebrehene, Oheneba Asampɔnhene, and Otumfuo Oyokohene.
On arrival, the Asante king exchanged pleasantries with some individuals before being ushered into the high commission building.
Watch the Facebook video of Otumfuo's arrival:
Ghana's 69th Independence Day event
The theme for the 69th Independence Day anniversary, as described by President John Mahama, is 'Building Prosperity, Restoring Hope'.
In the build-up to the celebration, a wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park to honour Ghana’s founding President, Kwame Nkrumah, and other independence heroes.
The 69th Independence Anniversary Parade was held at the forecourt of the Jubilee House on March 6, 2026, marking the second consecutive year the national parade took place at the seat of government.
According to the government, the event cost GH¢1.5 million, compared to an estimated GH¢15 million had it been organised at Black Star Square (Independence Square).
Source: Facebook
Bawumia delivers Independence Day message
The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, in his Independence Day message, called on Ghanaians to work together to build a country of opportunity and hope.
In a Facebook post, Dr Bawumia stated that national progress would require a collective commitment from citizens to contribute to the country’s development and prosperity.
“Happy 69th Independence Day to my fellow Ghanaians. With a collective resolve, let’s build a Ghana of opportunity and hope for all citizens,” he stated.
Dr Bawumia called for unity and cooperation in his message, as the country continues its efforts to strengthen development and finances, and expand opportunities for its people.
Funny Face draws crowd at Jubilee House
In a related development, YEN.com.gh reported that Funny Face had all eyes on him when he attended the country's 68th Independence Day celebration at the Jubilee House.
A video showed the comedian arriving at the grounds and interacting with guests before being approached by a female police officer who engaged him in a brief discussion.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
