The final funeral rites of the late Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, the occupant of the revered Silver Stool, started on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
The funeral rites, which are known locally as 'Dote Yie', will go on for three days, ending on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Saturday's rites saw a number of traditional rulers of Asanteman, including Kwahumanhene Daasebre Akuamoah Boateng III, Mamponghene Abrempong, Effiduasehene Nana Adu Ameyaw II, and Ejurahene Barima Osei Hwedie II, all showing up to pay their solemn tributes to the late Mamponghene.
Also present at the event were royals from Eswatini, who were representing King Mswati III.
