Bawumia pays courtesy call on Asantehemaa Nana Yaa Akyaa II
The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has paid a courtesy call on the newly enstooled Asantehemaa, Nana Yaa Akyaa II, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. The visit, which took place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, was to congratulate Nana Yaa Akyaa II on her enstoolment and wish her well […]
The New Patriotic Party's Dr Mahamudu Bawumia paid a courtesy visit to Nana Yaa Akyaa II, the recently enstooled Asantehemaa, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The meeting aimed to congratulate Nana Yaa Akyaa II on her new role and offer her well wishes as she takes on her duties as the Asantehemaa.
During the visit, Bawumia also expressed his support for his political aspirations by seeking the blessings of the Asantehemaa. Following the meeting, Bawumia conveyed his congratulations to Nana Yaa Akyaa II via a message, wishing her divine strength, wisdom, and good health as she serves the people of Asanteman. He added, "May her reign be long and fruitful."
Accompanying Bawumia on the visit were over 30 Members of Parliament, NPP officials, founding party members, former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives, and loyal party supporters. Notable figures included former Suame Member of Parliament Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, Bantama MP Francis Asenso-Boakye, Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei, and Second Deputy Speaker Andrew Amoako Asiama.
This visit occurred as Nana Yaa Akyaa II embarks on her tenure as the esteemed Asantehemaa, a significant traditional leadership position within the Asante Kingdom.
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