Anxiety Grips Asanteman as Otumfuo Calls Urgent Council Meeting

A sense of anxiety looms over Asanteman as chiefs prepare for an urgent meeting called by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

A statement from the Manhyia Palace, dated August 7, 2025, announced that the Asanteman Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 11, 2025.

Initially, the King had planned to travel to the United Kingdom on August 9; however, this trip appears to have been postponed in light of the meeting.

The statement emphasized that attendance at the meeting is mandatory, and all Nananom are expected to be present without exception.