Nana Ama Bonsu Enstooled as 15th Asantehemaa, Nana Yaa Akyaa II

Nana Ama Bonsu assumes stool name Nana Yaa Akyaa II after enstoolment as Asantehemaa

Nana Ama Bonsu has officially assumed the stool name Nana Yaa Akyaa II following her enstoolment as the 15th Asantehemaa of the Asante Kingdom. The enstoolment and customary rites were performed on Monday, July 6, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the succession process after she was introduced to and accepted by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as the next Queen Mother of Asanteman. Nana Yaa Akyaa II succeeds the late Nana Konadu Yiadom III, who passed away in August 2025 after...

By Caleb Ahinakwah