The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, was visibly moved to tears during the final rites for the late Akyempimhene, Oheneba Adusei Poku, on November 18.
The solemn moment underscored the deep bond between the king and his departed kinsman.
In a video shared by The Asante Nation, the Asantehene struggled to contain his grief as he sat on a palanquin. Despite his tears, he honoured the occasion by dancing gracefully, his movements met with cheers from his people, who rallied to offer emotional support.
At one point, Otumfuo was handed a black cloth by his subjects, which he used to wipe away his tears, highlighting the profound sense of loss felt by the Asanteman royal household.
The funeral drew several prominent figures, including President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, and other high-ranking officials, reflecting the significance of Oheneba Adusei Poku’s position.
The late Akyempimhene, who was the son of the 15th Asantehene, Otumfuo Opoku Ware II, played a vital role within Asanteman. He was the eldest of five children and the only male child of his lineage.