The Asante Kingdom will lay to rest Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, the late Mamponghene and Krontihene of Asanteman, in a four-day royal funeral from June 6-9, 2025.
The final rites on June 9 will feature Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II honoring his longtime deputy, who passed away in April at age 85.
Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, born Saint Oswald Gyimah-Kessie, ascended the Silver Stool in 1996, ending two decades of Mampong chieftaincy disputes.
His 1999 regency ensured a smooth transition to the current Asantehene’s reign. Beyond traditional leadership, the late chief served as KNUST Registrar for nearly a decade, championed education for needy students, and led anti-galamsey efforts in his jurisdiction.
The funeral ceremonies will celebrate a leader who balanced tradition with modernization, leaving lasting development legacies in sanitation, education, and regional governance.
