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The Manhyia Palace in Kumasi was abuzz with activity on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, as the second day of the funeral rites for the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, got underway with great fanfare and adherence to traditional customs.
Thousands of mourners from across Ghana and beyond flocked to the palace to pay their respects to the revered queen mother, who passed away earlier this year at the age of 98.
The funeral rites, which began on Monday, September 15, and will continue until Thursday, September 18, feature a series of traditional rituals and cultural displays that showcase the rich heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom.
On Tuesday, the judiciary, security agencies, financial institutions, and state agencies were among the groups that paid their respects to the late Asantehemaa.
These groups followed the schedule outlined by the funeral planning committee, which allocated specific days for different institutions and groups to attend the funeral rites.
The palace was filled with dignitaries, traditional leaders, and ordinary citizens, all united in their grief and respect for the late Asantehemaa. Chiefs and queen mothers took turns performing customary rites in her honor, while cultural displays, drumming, and the pouring of libation continued as part of the traditional rituals.
The presence of high-profile delegations added to the significance of the occasion, with security heightened around the palace to ensure order and safety.
The funeral rites for Nana Konadu Yiadom III are a testament to the enduring traditions of the Ashanti Kingdom. The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has emphasized the importance of preserving the sanctity of the royal rites, and the funeral planning committee has made arrangements to ensure that the occasion is observed with the dignity and reverence it deserves.
The final rites will culminate on Thursday, September 18, with a burial service at the Breman Royal Mausoleum.
To accommodate the large number of mourners expected, the funeral planning committee has made arrangements for public parking at designated areas and restricted access to the palace. The committee has also urged residents to cooperate fully with the directives and to accord the occasion the dignity and reverence it deserves. With the Asantehene leading the solemn burial rites, the funeral of Nana Konadu Yiadom III promises to be a memorable and significant occasion in the history of the Ashanti Kingdom.
