All educational institutions in the Kumasi Metropolis will close on Thursday, September 18, 2025, in observance of the final funeral rites of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III.
In addition to schools, offices, banks, and other financial institutions will also shut down on the day. All commercial activities are to cease, with shops instructed to remain closed across the city.
These directives were part of a detailed funeral schedule released by Nana Effah Appenteng, Chairman of the Funeral Planning Committee, during a media briefing on Friday. The rites are scheduled to run from Monday, September 14 to Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Funeral Schedule & Key Events
- Filing past of the Queen Mother will take place:
- Monday to Wednesday: 5:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday: 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
- Otumfuo Osei Tutu II will sit in state from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Mon-Wed)
- Burial service: Thursday at 3:00 p.m. at Dwabrem, Manhyia Palace
Mourners are expected to show utmost respect and dignity, especially when filing past the body. Women are forbidden from wearing headgear or jewelry, in line with tradition.
Strict Cultural Protocols Enforced
Nana Appenteng issued a strong caution to the public:
- Remain indoors on the night of Thursday, as the Queen Mother’s body will be moved to the Bantama Mausoleum, then to Breman Mausoleum for burial.
- Photography and videography during the filing past are strictly prohibited and will attract severe consequences if ignored.
- Media personnel must obtain official accreditation to access designated areas. Unauthorized individuals will be denied entry.
To ensure smooth coordination, large screens will be placed around Manhyia Palace so mourners can view proceedings without overcrowding the grounds.
Kumasi Prepares to Honour the Queen Mother
The atmosphere in Kumasi is one of solemn preparation. Residents are actively getting ready to participate in this historic royal funeral. Black and red funeral drapes now adorn major public spaces, traffic intersections, and roundabouts, signaling the city’s deep mourning and reverence for the late Queen Mother.
