Mampong is the second most powerful paramountcy in Asanteman, and its occupant, the Mamponghene, holds the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom.
The Silver Stool, distinct from the Golden Stool, signifies the Mamponghene's responsibility to act on behalf of the Asantehene in critical matters of custom and governance, particularly in the Asantehene's absence.
Historian and lawyer, Yaw Anokye Frimong, has given the historical antecedent that led to the paramount chief of Mampong becoming the second most powerful person in Asanteman.
Speaking in an interview on Max TV, the historian said that Mampong became the holder of the Silver Stool of Asanteman due to the role its ancient paramount chief played in a war with the powerful people of Denkyira. "When the Asantes were going to fight the Denkyiras, Okomfo Anokye told them that there is no way they (the Asantes) are going to win… He (Okomfo Anokye) said that he had to perform a miracle which required the sacrifice of three people.
