By Francis Kobena Tandoh
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and Asanteman will hold a ceremony on Thursday to observe the one-week funeral for the late Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III.
The solemn ceremony is expected to attract royals, chiefs, government officials, and mourners from across the country as Asanteman unites to honor the memory of the late Queen Mother.
Nana Konadu Yiadom III, born in 1927, was the 14th Asantehemaa of the Ashanti Kingdom. She was the elder sister of the Ashanti King, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and was enstooled as Queen Mother in 2017 following the passing of her predecessor, Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II.
During her reign, Nana Konadu Yiadom III was widely respected for her wisdom, humility, and commitment to preserving Ashanti customs and traditions. She played a key role in advising the Asantehene, supporting women and children in Asanteman, and upholding the cultural heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom.
As Asantehemaa, she was the spiritual mother of the Ashanti nation and custodian of royal succession, with an influential role in the enstoolment of chiefs, including the Asantehene. Her reign strengthened unity within the Ashanti Kingdom and deepened respect for traditional leadership.
The Asantehene announced her death in a meeting at the Manhyia Palace on August 11 this year. According to the Asantehene, the Queen Mother joined her ancestors on August 7 after eight years of reign. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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