Musician and media personality Blakk Rasta has criticized Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the king of the Ashanti Kingdom, for publicly wearing a Freemason suit. He contends that such attire is inappropriate for the king’s status and role, arguing that Otumfuo should adhere to traditional dress to maintain the kingdom’s reputation.
Blakk Rasta believes that, despite the Asantehene’s long-standing membership in the Freemasons, it is more suitable for him to wear traditional attire while letting other members don Freemason suits.
He suggested that Otumfuo’s advisors should counsel him against wearing non-traditional attire at public events.
“Why should you dress in a suit, let alone a Freemason suit? You being the king of the Ashanti kingdom is not a joke. Freemasonry is a powerful ancient entity. Do we know what it means to say you would dress in a Freemason suit? I think it’s a disgrace,” Blakk Rasta said during the UrbanBlend show on 3FM.
His comments followed Otumfuo’s revelation that he had been a Freemason for 25 years, coinciding with his tenure on the Golden Stool.
On May 25, 2024, Freemasons from across Ghana and beyond gathered to honor Otumfuo’s 25th anniversary as Asantehene and his membership in the fraternity.
During the event, Otumfuo, known in the Grand Lodge as Most Worshipful Bro Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, reflected on his association with Freemasonry.
“Twenty-five years ago, my initiation into Freemasonry took place. Joining any society or club naturally leads one to contemplate the potential benefits or limitations,” he stated.
Freemasonry, with its roots in the stonemason guilds of the 16th and 17th centuries, is known for its rituals, symbols, and emphasis on moral and ethical teachings.
Despite facing criticisms and suspicions regarding its secrecy and influence, supporters argue that it promotes personal development, ethical behavior, and charitable work.
Rasta of all people, considers himself worthy of advising Otumfour on what to wear?
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