Ibrahim Mahama (in white smock) exchanging pleasantries with Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
Ghanaian business mogul, Ibrahim Mahama, accompanied his brother, President John Dramani Mahama, to the 1st Akwasidae of 2025, which was held at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
A video from the celebration showed Ibrahim, in a white smock and black trousers, being led to greet the king of Asanteman, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
Mahama, one of Ghana’s richest men, and who is known for his philanthropic works, was seen humbly walking towards the area where the Otumfuo and his kingsmen were seated.
At a point, he could be seen beaming with smiles as he waited his turn to go and greet the Asantehene.
When it got to his turn, Mahama gingerly walked towards the Otumfuo and bowed to greet him. The king received his greetings him with smiles before muttering some words to him (Mahama).
Ibrahim then stood straight and waved at Otumfuo’s kingsmen before leaving.
About the Akwasidae:
The Akwasidae Festival is a vibrant celebration held by the Ashanti people in Ghana. It occurs every six weeks on a Sunday, according to the Asante calendar.
The festival is deeply rooted in ancestral reverence and remembrance, honouring past kings and noble feats.
It is a time when the Asantehene (the king of Asante), sub-kings, and subjects come together at Manhyia in Kumasi to celebrate the Golden Stool, a symbol of the kingdom’s unity and cultural heritage.
During Akwasidae, the community engages in drumming, dancing, and singing to honour their ancestors and lesser gods, known as abosom.
It is a day of communal gathering, vibrant attire, and cultural expression that underscores the Ashanti people’s connection to their past and their ongoing cultural legacy.
Watch the video of when Ibrahim Mahama met the Asantehene below:
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