Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is Asantehene
The Manhyia Palace has announced that the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has scheduled November 30 and December 1, 2025, for what is expected to be the concluding session of his mediation in the protracted Bawku chieftaincy conflict in the Upper East Region.
The information was shared in a statement signed by the Chief of Staff Kofi Badu on Monday, November 10, 2025.
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‘Manhyia Palace is pleased to announce that His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has scheduled two days, November 30 and December 1, 2025, for what is expected to be the concluding session of his mediation in the Bawku chieftaincy conflict”, it noted.
The Asantehene also commended both sides for their approach to the mediation process so far.
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“His Majesty praises both sides for their positive approach to the mediation so far and appeals to all concerned to avoid any actions likely to affect the progress towards a lasting solution to the Bawku conflict”, it added.
The Asantehene has been leading the mediation efforts aimed at restoring peace and unity in Bawku, a town that has endured long-standing chieftaincy tensions.
Read the statement below:
Manhyia Palace announces November 30 and December 1 for expected conclusion of Bawku mediation.#manhyiapalace pic.twitter.com/jMARJyG1WN
— Manhyia Palace (@ManhyiaPalace) November 10, 2025
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