The Paramount Chief of Asante Mampong (Mamponghene), Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, is reportedly dead.
According to a report by myjoyonline.com, the Mampong Traditional Council and the Bretuo Dynasty have officially informed the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, of the death of Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, at the Manhyia Palace.
There had been unconfirmed reports of the death of the paramount chief over the past few days.
The official announcement of his death to the Asantehene is in line with Asante tradition and marks the end of an era for one of the most respected traditional leaders in the country.
