The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, marked the 9th Akwasidae festival in grand splendour on Sunday, December 21, in the Ashanti Region, drawing chiefs, dignitaries, and citizens to the Manhyia Palace for a display of the rich Asante cultural heritage.
The Akwasidae festival, held every six weeks, is a significant event in the Asante calendar, dedicated to honoring the ancestors and celebrating the unity and history of the Asante Kingdom. The 9th Akwasidae of the year was marked with customary rituals, drumming, dancing, and homage-paying by chiefs from across the region.
As chiefs in full regalia paid homage to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the palace grounds came alive with the sounds of traditional drums, xylophones, and ceremonial horns.
The colourful display of the Asante kingdom’s regalia, including intricately woven kente clothes, gold ornaments, and ceremonial umbrellas, highlighted the enduring cultural pride of the people.
The 9th Akwasidae celebration concluded with prayers for peace, prosperity, and continued progress in the Ashanti Region, reinforcing the Asantehene’s role as a unifying figure and custodian of Asante heritage.
