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Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
Asantehene, King of the Ashanti Kingdom
About Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II became the 16th Asantehene on 26 April 1999, succeeding his relative Opoku Ware II as custodian of the Golden Stool. He led the Committee of Eminent Chiefs whose work helped restore peace in Dagbon in 2019.
Early life
He was born Nana Barima Kwaku Duah in Kumasi on 6 May 1950, the youngest of five children of Asantehemaa Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II. His father, Nana Kwame Boakye-Dankwa, came from Kentinkyere. His schooling took him to Osei Kyeretwie in Kumasi and to Sefwi-Wiawso, then studied accounting at the Institute of Professional Studies in Accra. Before taking the stool he worked in accounting and management in the United Kingdom.
Reign
His reign has focused on strengthening traditional governance, peacebuilding and development. His Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation supports education, health and youth programmes, and he is Chancellor of KNUST. He marked the 20th and 25th anniversaries of his enstoolment in 2019 and 2024. His honours include the Archbishop of Canterbury's Cross of St Augustine (2022), a Pillar of Peace award for the Dagbon mediation (2020) and honorary doctorates from the Polytechnic of North London and the University of Cape Coast.
Frequently asked questions about Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
What is Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's net worth?
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has an estimated net worth of Significant royal holdings.
How old is Otumfuo Osei Tutu II?
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is 76 years old, born May 6, 1950.
What is Otumfuo Osei Tutu II known for?
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is a Asantehene, King of the Ashanti Kingdom.
Who is Otumfuo Osei Tutu II married to?
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is married to Lady Julia Osei Tutu.
Does Otumfuo Osei Tutu II have children?
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's children: Several.
What is Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's nationality?
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is Ghanaian.
Where did Otumfuo Osei Tutu II study?
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II studied at Osei Kyeretwie Secondary School Institute of Professional Studies: Accounting.
Personal Information
- Full Name
- Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
- Date of Birth
- 6 May 1950
- Nationality
- Ghanaian
- Region
- Ashanti
- Spouse
- Lady Julia Osei Tutu
- Children
- Several
Education
- Osei Kyeretwie Secondary School
- Institute of Professional Studies: Accounting
Awards & Achievements
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Sources & References
- "Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II". Wikipedia.
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