The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has publicly praised the role of his wife, Lady Julia, in his reign, noting her unwavering desire for his success.
According to him, she has proven to be a formidable force behind him, being an understanding and supportive life partner.
Speaking about her during his Thanksgiving Service at the Manhyia Palace, His Majesty urged the over thousand clergymen present to factor his wife in their prayers.
“My wife has been a formidable force behind me till now please pray for her. She is not troublesome, she is not selfish and she is selfless. Her prayer is to see me succeed. Please pray for her for me because she is behind me.”
Otumfuo also thanked Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III whom he said always prays for him.
His Majesty counts himself lucky and blessed to have met his elder sisters-many of whom are now deceased- who gifted him ageless and priceless gift of their counsel as well as the unity of all the royals in his realm.
His biggest appreciation was directed at his courtiers, who according to him, have served him faithfully.
“My courtiers are very important to me. I thank them so much. Courtiers make Asantehene a Monarch. They walk barefoot on heated ground. I have long instructed that sandals be made for them in carrying out their duties. Indeed the sandals were made but they refused to wear it stating they will continue to walk on barefoot because they can’t wear foot wears when I am wearing one. This shows how much they love me. They serve me faithfully. The clergymen should remember my courtiers in prayers as they are important to me.”
He finally appreciated his children and grandchildren for their much-needed assistance.
As part of his 25th enstoolment anniversary, Otumfuo held a non-denominational a thanksgivinig service at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on Friday, April 26, 2024.
The event held at the Dwabrem grounds of the Palace witnessed offerings of prayers, worship, praises, a sermon, musical performances by renowned gospel artistes and a speech by the King.
Clergymen who participated included Most Rev Dr Paul Kwabena Boafo, Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana; Most Rev Peter Kwesi Sarpong, Catholic Archbishop Emeritus; Most Rev Gabriel Justice Anokye, Catholic Archbishop of Kumasi; and Most Rev Cyril Kobina Ben-Smith, Anglican Bishop of Asante Mampomg and Archbishop of Ghana and the Church of the Province of West Africa.
Also present were Most Rev Prof Daniel Sarfo, Anglican Archbishop Emeritus; Most Rev Prof Emmanuel Asante, Past Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church of Ghana; Rev Dr Seth Frimpong Coleman, AE Zion Church; Rev Samuel Yeboah, Ashanti Presbytery Chairperson of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana; RT Rev Stephen Owusu, Kumasi Diocese Archbishop; and RT Rev Nu-Ben Abubeker, Past Kumasi Diocesan Methodist Bishop.
Denominations that were present included the Church of Pentecost, Power Chapel Worldwide, Anglican Church, Faith Convention, Methodist Church Ghana, Deeper Life Bible Church, Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Christ Apostolic Church International, Seventh Day Adventist, Spirit Life Community, International Central Gospel Church, Assemblies of God Ghana, Church of Christ Spiritual Movement, Resurrection Power and Living Bread Ministries, and Embassy of Life Chapel.
Source: Manhyia Palace
