The Denkyira Kingdom has recognized the immense efforts by some indigenes for their contributions towards the successful journey of the 25th King of Denkyira Kingdom, the late Ɔdɛɛfoɔ Boa Amponsem III to the ancestral world.
Notable amongst them is Mr. Dominic Kofi Konadu, a Staff of the University of Cape Coast and currently the Programmes Manager at the Campus Broadcasting Services Centre.
Mr. Konadu was the head of Media and Publicity for the burial ceremony of the late King of Denkyira.
He was given a citation which was signed by the Denkyirahemaa Nana Ama Ayensua Saara III and read in part, “…so I chose two words; “intimations” to show how much I love you and “Appreciation” to show my heart felt. Thanks to you for what you have done for me. I am telling you these from the windows pane of my uncle’s inner chamber where he used to sleep.”
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The Denkyirahemaa, presenting the citation, also thanked him for his invaluable and dedicated service to Denkyiraman and urged the youth of the Kingdom to learn from him especially his selfless dedication the Kingdom.
Other Awardees
Other personalities awarded included Nana Dr. Essiem Kwakotan, Sanaahene of the Denkyira Traditional Area who was the chairman of the planning committee, Nana Gyekye Anim, Denkyira Abakomhene among others.
“I wish to remind you that your names have been written in indelible gold and the Oldman is beating his chest as he shows your names to his pears and his maker for blessings,” according to the Denkyirahemaa.
She also prayed for the “blessings from the Almighty God, our gods and the ancestor who basked in the euphoria and now ready to bless you all…God bless you all and replace all that you lost in the bid”
Appreciation to Denkyiraman
Nana Ama Ayensu Saara II also expressed her profound appreciation to the general public for their overwhelming support shown to her family during the burial of the 25th King of Denkyira Kingdom, Ɔdɛɛfoɔ Boa Amponsem III.
“Although various challenges such as COVID-19, family litigations and indifferences, an oft-postponed timetable among others, somewhat hampered the preparations for “the Funeral of the Century,” as she termed it, she emphasized that the event was a success as a result of the general public’s efforts,” she said.
BURIAL
Ɔdɛɛfoɔ Boa Amponsem III’s body had laid in state at the royal palace in Dunkwa-on-Offin and Jukwa from 24th April to 30th April.
As a result, thousands of indigenes and Ghanaians from far and near all gathered to pay their last respect to the deceased King.
Notable among the attendees included President Nana Akufo- Addo, other politicians as well as traditional leader all graced the occasion.
Although the last funeral rites was a sad occasion, it was colorful due to the rich display of the Denkyira culture and traditions.
BOA AMPONSEM III
The late Ɔdɛɛfoɔ Boa Amponsem III was privately know as John Amofa Appiah and he was born on 11 November, 1923.
He was the Denkyiraman’s 25th king, reigning for 60 years until his death in December 2015.
He is the oldest ruler in Denkyiraman’s history since 1500, with a reign of 60 years.
Before his death, he served in various capacities and these include, the vice-president and later, president of the national house of chiefs, president of Ghana cooperative council, member of state council just to name a few.
SOURCE: ATLFMNEWS
