The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has announced that the burial service of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, will be held from September 14 to 18, 2025.
According to Otumfuo Kyeame Baffour Kantankrankyi, spokesperson for the Asantehene, a nighttime curfew has been imposed to facilitate the burial rites.
The announcement marks a significant step in the mourning process for the Ashanti Kingdom, which has been paying its respects to the late queen mother since her passing on August 7, 2025.
Nana Konadu Yiadom III reigned as Asantehemaa for eight years, earning widespread respect for her wisdom, humility, and commitment to preserving Ashanti customs and traditions.
The one-week observance of the late Asantehemaa was held on August 21, 2025, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, attracting thousands of mourners, including royals, chiefs, government officials, and traditional priests and priestesses.
The palace and its environs were filled with traditional drums, dirges, and music, complemented by performances from dancers and cultural troupes.
The burial service is expected to draw large crowds, with security personnel deployed to maintain order and ensure a smooth ceremony.
The Asantehene’s directive prohibiting nighttime movement aims to create a conducive environment for the rites, which will be conducted according to Ashanti customs and traditions.
The Ashanti Kingdom mourns the loss of a respected queen mother who played a key role in advising the Asantehene and supporting women and children. She will be remembered for her compassion, service, and philanthropy, particularly in maternal and child health.
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