15th Asantehemaa assumes stool as Nana Yaa Akyaa II

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Asantehemaa, Nana Yaa Akyaa II

Nana Ama Bonsu has officially assumed the Asantehemaa stool with the name Nana Yaa Akyaa II.

Reports indicate that her naming comes after undergoing the necessary traditional rites to become the 15th Asantehemaa of the Asante Kingdom.

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The information gathered disclosed that her enstoolment was completed on Monday, July 6, 2026, following a series of customary ceremonies.

Nana Yaa Akyaa II now succeeds Nana Konadu Yiadom III, who died in August 2025 after serving as Asantehemaa since 2017.

Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, in line with established traditional processes of the Asante Kingdom, chose her as the next occupant of the stool.

Nana Yaa Akyaa II now assumes the role of the traditional mother of the Asantehene.

She will be providing counsel on matters of tradition and culture while serving as the custodian of Asante customs and heritage.

The Asante queenmothers play a pivotal role in preserving the kingdom’s customs and traditions.

The Asantehemaa promotes social cohesion and advises the Asantehene on matters relating to governance, succession and community welfare.

A social media post shared by the Asante Nation stated, “His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, in consultation with the Oyoko Royal Family has today named Odehyie Nana Ama Bonsu as the new Asantehemaa, ushering in a new chapter in the leadership and traditions of Asanteman.

May her reign be blessed with wisdom, strength, and unity as she serves Asanteman and upholds the rich customs and heritage of the Golden Stool.

Ayekoo, Nana Ama Bonsu!

Long live the Asantehemaa.

Long live Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

Long live Asanteman”.

In their latest post stated, “ASANTEHEMAA NANA YAA AKYIAA II 👑

History comes full circle.

Nana Yaa Akyiaa I, the Asantehemaa who endured exile to the Seychelles alongside her son, the young Asantehene Prempeh I, Asantehemaa Nana Yaa Akyiaa II carries forward a legacy of resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering service to Asanteman. A royal name. An enduring legacy. 👑

Nana Yaa Akyiaa is back!

Meanwhile, the Asantehemaa stool dates back to the early years of the Asante Kingdom.

“Nana Nyaako Kusiamoa was the first occupant from 1701 to 1722. She was succeeded by Nana Nkatia Abamo (1722–1740) and Nana Akua Afriyie (1740–1768), followed by other notable Asantehemaa such as Nana Konadu Yiadom I (1768–1809), Nana Akosua Adoma (1809–1819), Nana Ama Serwaa (1819–1828), and Nana Yaa Dufie (1828–1836).

The lineage continued through Nana Afua Sarpon (1836–1857), Nana Afua Kobi I (1857–1884), Nana Yaa Akyaa I (1884–1917), and Nana Konadu Yiadom II (1917–1945).

More recent occupants of the stool include Nana Ama Serwaa Nyarko (1945–1977), Nana Afua Serwaa Kobi Ampem II (1977–2016), and Nana Konadu Yiadom III (2017–2025)”, reports stated.

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