The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has arrived in Cape Coast as the esteemed Special Guest of Honour for the 2024 Oguaa Fetu Afahye.
The historic visit was met with excitement and joy by residents, who came out in their numbers.
The Asantehene and his entourage were warmly welcomed at the Emintsimadze Palace by the Oguaamanhen, Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II.
Amidst singing, dancing and drumming, the king was presented with a bouquet of roses of flowers.
He subsequently shook hands with Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II coupled with a warm embrace, attracting loud cheers from the elated residents.
This year’s Fetu Afahye festivities are expected to be exceptionally grand.
The Asantehene’s historic debut in Oguaa is expected to bring a distinctive ambience, showcasing his role as a custodian of tradition and a symbol of unity and resilience.
His stature and influence as the spiritual and cultural leader of the Asante Kingdom will bring immense significance to the occasion, about culture.
The joint participation of Asanteman and Oguaaman also serves as a testament to the harmonious relationships among Ghana’s diverse ethnic groups and the mutual respect between traditional authorities.
The visit to Oguaa comes after he honoured the Homowo durbar of the Ga State on Sunday, June 9, 2024.
Watch the scenes from Otumfuo’s arrival in the video above:
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